Labor Day Weekend Party
OWA Parks & ResortSpend your Labor Day Weekend at Downtown OWA, where three days of family fun, live music, and festive activities bring the season to a close in the best way! From hands-on crafts and interactive games to live entertainment and photo-worthy moments, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. The Labor Day Car Show has been postponed, stay tuned for the new date announcement coming soon! On Sunday, cap off your holiday weekend with an unforgettable evening of live music leading into the Labor Day Fireworks Show, lighting up the sky at 8:50 p.m! With FREE entertainment and activities for all ages, the Labor Day Weekend Celebration at OWA is the perfect way to end summer with a bang! Check out all the details below. Schedule of Events Friday, August 29th All Day: Light-up marquee letters photo op at the Tropic Falls Flowerbed and across from Gulf Coast Rep Lawn games on OWA Island 2:00-8:00pm: “When I Grow Up…” canvas wall activity at the Downtown Fountain Labor Day craft by Uniquely Clever at the Waffles R Wild Alcove Interactive Career Village on OWA Island Shotzi the Robot Photobooth roaming around Downtown OWA Inflatable football, baseball and basketball on OWA Island Quarterback blitz football toss game inflatable at the Sweet Tooth/Towne Tap Alcove Patriotic t-shirt craft at the splashpad 3:30-5:30 pm: Live Music by Ryan Balthrop on the OWA Island Stage 6:00-8:00 pm: Live Music by The New Cahoots Saturday, August 30th All Day: Light-up marquee letters photo op at the Tropic Falls Flowerbed and across from Gulf Coast Rep 12:00-4:00pm: Waterproof Facepainting at Tropic Falls | Check out all Tropic Falls ticketing options: https://visitowa.com/plan-your-visit/tickets/. 2:00-8:00pm: Interactive Career Village on OWA Island Inflatable football, baseball and basketball on the OWA Island Stage Quarterback blitz football toss game inflatable at the Sweet Tooth/Towne Tap Alcove 5:00-9:00 pm: “When I Grow Up…” canvas wall activity at the Downtown Fountain Sunday, August 31st All Day: Light-up marquee letters photo op at the Tropic Falls Flowerbed and across from Gulf Coast Rep 12:00-4:00pm: Waterproof Facepainting at Tropic Falls 2:00-8:00pm: Shotzi the Robot Photobooth roaming around Downtown OWA “When I Grow Up…” canvas wall activity at the Downtown Fountain Labor Day craft by Uniquely Clever at the Waffles R Wild Alcove Inflatable football, baseball and basketball on OWA Island Quarterback blitz football toss game inflatable at the Sweet Tooth/Towne Tap Alcove Labor Day Craft by Uniquely Clever at the Waffles R Wild Alcove 2:00-3:30pm: Live music by Jenna McClelland Band on the OWA Island Stage 5:00-9:00 pm: Interactive Career Village on OWA Island 7:00-8:50pm: Live music by Chitlin’ Switch on OWA Island 8:50-9:00 pm: Labor Day Fireworks Show | Learn more: Fireworks
Voyage Into the Tensaw Country
Holley Creek LandingLearn the story of Fort Mims! Duration 1 Hour About This one-hour excursion showcases several sites associated with the story of the Fort Mims area, including homesteads, ferry crossings, and the Old Federal Road. Very young children are allowed, but parents need to bring life vests for children under four years of age; the Coast Guard cannot guarantee the boat's life rings will fit toddlers. Sorry, no pets allowed.
Alabama River Journey (part of the event at Fort Mims)
Alabama River Journey (Part of the event at Fort Mims) Date: Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31, 2025 Time: 9:00-10:30 AM on Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31 Price: $27 for adults and $17 for kids ages 6-12 This narrated journey into area history provides a detailed overview of the Alabama River region during the early 1800s and its role in the Creek War.
Sunset Concert
Fort Gaines Historic SiteThe Sunset Concerts are held at historic Fort Gaines. Tonight's concert features Rebecca Barry & Bust. Concerts begin approximately two hours prior to sunset and close with our traditional conch sounding by "King Conch & the Fritters" (AKA Peter Tanner & concert attendees)! Admission $5 (Free for children 12 & under).
10th Annual Community Heritage Festival
Robert L. Hope Community CenterJoin us at the Hope Community Center for a powerful celebration of heritage, history, and hope as we honor 10 years of unity and cultural pride during the Africatown Heritage Festival! This year’s festival takes place on Labor Day Weekend—a tribute to the generations of labor and resilience that built this community from the ground up. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!Live Performances by Local Artists This Sunday starting at1pm! Africatown Kids Korner – Art, Crafts, Games & More Senior Reflection Tent – Honoring Ancestors Free Food, Drinks, Free Gifts Informational Vendors • Family Fun • Community Love Let’s uplift the past, empower the present, and inspire the future—together. #Africatown #Prichard #mobilealabama
Light Up Labor Day
The Wharf- Main StreetAbout Come out for a celebration full of color with DJ Matt. There will be tunes, games + FIREWORKS! Then, stick around for the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience show to follow. See you… here! Where Main Street Date Sunday, August 31 Time 6 pm - 9 pm Event Schedule 5-9 pm: Funky Lampshades Live at Portside 6-9 pm: DJ on Main Street 8:45 pm: Fireworks 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm: SPECTRA Laser Light Experience Cost FREE admission + parking
Labor Day Weekend Fireworks
OWA Parks & ResortWrap up your weekend at Downtown OWA with a spectacular Labor Day Fireworks Show! On Sunday, August 31st, head to Downtown OWA for live entertainment, great food, and family-friendly activities, all leading to a fireworks display that lights up the night sky. The show begins at 8:50 pm, so come early, find your favorite viewing spot, and enjoy the atmosphere as we celebrate the holiday weekend with an unforgettable show. Whether you’re making memories with the family or capping off a day of fun, the Labor Day Fireworks show is the perfect way to end your night!
Little Tikes Jump
Pump it Up MobileDate : Monday Sep 1, 2025 Time : 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Status : Space is available! Details : You and your child(ren) ages 6 & under are invited. Play on our giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables. Little Tikes Jump Features: Bubbles - for interactive play and imagination. Fun Snack - a fun snack and drinks are now included in our Little Tikes Jump. We hope to incorporate some FUN-EXERCISE & Healthy Snacking. $13 + tax per child OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS - Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time
Open Jump
Pump it Up MobileDate : Monday Sep 1, 2025 Time : 11:20 AM - 1:40 PM Status : Space is available! Details : Come play on our giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables during Pump It Up Family Jump Time! These Open Jumps are open to all ages. Book for only $11.00 + tax per child -Socks are required- OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS - Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time See less
Cookie Fun Open Jump
Pump it Up MobileCookie Fun Open Jump Date : Monday Sep 1, 2025 Time : 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM Details : - Join us for this NEW! "Cookie Fun" Open Jump! - Get ready for an action-packed adventure your kids won’t stop talking about! They’ll jump, bounce, and burn off some energy for a full hour and 10 minutes, all while grooving to their favorite tunes! 🎶 But the fun doesn’t stop there, after all that jumping, they’ll get to indulge in a delicious chocolate chip cookie and refreshing drinks 🍪🥤. Plus, they’ll have time to get creative, coloring awesome drawings and letting their imaginations run wild! 🎨✨ This is the ultimate playdate you don’t want to miss. Book now! and give your kids a day full of fun and memories! 🙌 PRICE: $13.00 + tax per kid All ages welcome! Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time.
Brandon Styles Variety Show
OWA Parks & ResortA family-friendly, impression, comedy and magic show! Discover the many faces of Brandon Styles in this year-round Variety Show. Impressions from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber, with 60 additional impressions in between! Sprinkled with just the right amount of comedy and magic to make this a great entertainment hour for all ages. Brandon Styles LIVE at OWA is a classy show that has something for the whole family! Brandon will awe you during his live performance of nearly 60 different celebrity singing & speaking impressions. To make this show unlike any other in the world, he has incorporated the perfect amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism and audience participation in this fast-paced 60 minute show!
Market in Green Park
Green Park Dauphin IslandStop by Green Park every Thursday from 9am-5pm and every second Saturday from 9am-3pm to see what the island has to offer! This event provides an outlet for local farmers, crafters, and island businesses to promote their products, rentals, services, and more. If you would like to be part of the market please email mgodwin@townofdauphinisland.org.
First Friday Artwalk
Eastern Shore Art CenterEastern Shore Art Center Hosts First Friday Art Walk! Event sponsored by Klarman + Day General Contractors and Walcott Adams Verneuille Architecture | Interiors. Live music inside by Cathy Brumback. Free admission. Donations welcomed. Refreshments served! May not be suitable for young kids, but all are welcome.
Open Jump- $10 Special Price at Pump It Up Mobile
Pump it Up MobileGet that energy out with a discounted price! Enjoy jumping for 2 HOURS and 20 MINUTES for only $10 + tax per child. PARENTS ALWAYS FREE. Socks required for jumping. Save time by reserving your child's space online
Ice Cream Jump at Pump it Up
Pump it Up MobileIce Cream Jump! Date : Friday Sep 5, 2025 Time : 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Details : Stay cool, jump with us for 1 hour and 10 minutes, Get wiggles out, and enjoy a cold, smooth and tasty ice cream, Don't forget your toppings!! $13 + tax per child. Price includes ice cream + toppings for the kids! All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time.
Family Line Dancing Party
Gather Kids PlaceFamily Line Dancing Party at Gather! TGIFN! Thank God It's Family Night. :) Hop into fall with a fun family night of music & dancing! Theme: Sock hop! Fun socks encouraged! 50s inspired outfits welcomed- not required. Family Line Dancing: Join Gather's new Ballroom teacher Rachel Altman for a fun-filled family friendly line dancing lesson! Featuring classic party numbers like the: Electric slide, chicken dance, macarena & cotton eye joe! Play: Event also includes time for families to relax and bond together in our play room or lounge. Food: Grab some tacos at La Taqueria's food truck! (Food sold separately) Gather will provide some (non alcoholic) drinks. Hosted by Gather Community Center. Looking forward to seeing you there! Sincerely, Leena & Jario & Gather hosts www.facebook.com/gatherkidsplace
Family Line Dancing Party!
Gather Kids PlaceFamily Line Dancing at Gather! TGIFN! Thank God It's Family Night. Hop into fall with a fun family night of music & dancing! Theme: Sock hop! Fun socks encouraged! 50s inspired outfits welcomed- not required. **Family Line Dancing: Join Gather's new Ballroom teacher Ms. Rachel Altman for a fun-filled family friendly line dancing lesson! Featuring classic party numbers like the: Electric slide, chicken dance, macarena & cotton eye joe.** (Live Music: is postponed to a future event) Play: Event also includes time for families to relax and bond together in our play room or lounge. Food: Grab some tacos at **La Taqueria's food truck!** (Food sold separately) Gather will provide some (non alcoholic) drinks. Tickets: $20 per family (Registration goes live Thursday, Aug 7 @ 8am!)
Gameday on The Green at Portside
Portside on Main (The Wharf)Ready to kick off your weekend with an unbeatable blend of football action and family fun? Join us for Gameday on The Green at Portside on Main, where every Saturday transforms our green space into the ultimate college football watch party! Come early, stay late, and make every Saturday a touchdown for fun. See you... on The Green! Where Portside on Main Date Saturday, September 6 Time All Day Event Schedule All-Day Football Viewing From the first kickoff at 11am, we've got every big college game on our giant outdoor screen. Never miss a single down, touchdown, or jaw-dropping play! Family-Friendly Atmosphere Bring your crew—kids, friends, and family alike. The Green is your home turf, with plenty of space to spread out and soak in the excitement. Cornhole & Outdoor Games Show off your skills between plays! Enjoy classic games like cornhole or challenge your family to Connect 4—all set up right on the grass. VIEWING SCHEDULE: Thursday, September 4: Dallas Cowboys vs Philadelphia Eagles @ 7:30 pm Friday, September 5: Saturday, September 6: Sunday, September 7: Cardinals vs Saints @ Noon *schedule of games is subject to change Cost FREE Other Deals + Specials Kilwins: FREE chocolate dipped waffle cone, with the purchase of any size regular waffle cone Gulf Babe: “First Down Frose” $10 Frose all gameday long and “Bloody Mary Blitz” $5 off Bloody Mary Boards (includes 2 Bloody Mary’s and all the toppings)! Tee Off: $1.50 per wing, $4 domestic cans, $4 Michelob ultra draft, $3 off all menu cocktails, $2 off draft beer Little Sunshine by the Sea: Bring your littles and join us for some tailgating fun at the Little Sunshine Tailgaters Club! Swing by to shop the pink play of the day, pick a prize from the Touchdown Treat Bucket, snack at the Sidelines Snack Station, unwind in the Quiet Zone, and enjoy more family-friendly fun all season long!”
10th ANNUAL CAR & CRAFT SHOW
Cadillac Square Dauphin IslandThe 10th annual Dauphin Island Car & Craft show will be held in Cadillac Square on Sept. 6 from 10am-3pm. Along with Cars and Crafts, we will also have food trucks: Guys Grill & Real Fruit Creamery, live music featuring The Southern Fire Band, along with a bounce house and face panting for the kids! Crafters and car owners are encouraged to REGISTER on our website now to get the early registration discount! Each car entered will receive a raffle ticket to enter to WIN lots of prizes and gift cards! Trophies and prizes will be awarded to the favorite cars! If you are a business and would like to sponsor this event please contact Town Hall.
10th Annual DI Car and Craft Show
Cadillac Square Dauphin IslandLIVE MUSIC by the Southern Fire Band and fantastic FOOD TRUCKS featuring Guys Grill, Twist Sushi & Real Fruit Creamery!BOUNCE HOUSE, PETTING ZOO, & FACE PAINTING FOR KIDS!