Join us for the 2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival, an all new show filled with all new lanterns. As night falls, the Gardens glow with more than 40 towering, handcrafted light sculptures that transform the landscape into a vivid world of color and scale. Inspired by traditional Chinese lantern artistry and brought to life with modern design, dazzling plants, animals, and imaginative creatures illuminate every path. Interactive displays invite you to move, play, and step into the experience. Explore the Gardens after dark and discover an unforgettable night of light, energy, and wonder for all ages, with stunning photo moments at every turn.

Fort Morgan Seafood Festival is back! Join us May 9–10 (Mother’s Day Weekend) at Fort Morgan Marina for a fun-filled, family-friendly event on the water!  What to expect: Low Country Boil by Tacky Jacks & delicious food vendors Live music Arts & crafts + retail booths Food & drinks on the dock Community & nonprofit exhibitors Children’s Village with crafts & activities Fresh seafood straight off the boat Splash-for-Ca$h fundraiser Lighthouse cruises to Sand Island  11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Fort Morgan Marina – 1577 AL-180 W, Gulf Shores FREE admission!  Arrive by boat – 30 slips available!  Benefiting the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department Bring your family, your appetite, and your love for the coast, this is one event you don’t want to miss! Live Music Schedule:May 86 pm – 9 pm Les Linton (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2)May 911 am - 2 pm Clay Watson2 pm – 5 pm Lauren Murphy6 pm – 9 pm Slide Bayou (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2)May 1011 am – 2 pm Matthew Jaquette2 pm – 5pm Ryan Balthrop6 pm – 9pm Cadillac Attack (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2) #FortMorgan #SeafoodFest

Join us for the 54th annual arts and crafts event, raising funds for local scholarships! This Mother's Day weekend, explore over 80 exhibitors from the southeast region selling original works. Enjoy a free children's activity area and delicious food trucks.

 The perfect Mother's Day Celebration! Celebrate Mother’s Day in Gulf Shores the Hangout way, a full day dedicated to the ones who do it all  Photo ops to capture every memory Special gift just for Mom Hourly fun + Mother’s Day prizes Live entertainment all day Live music with Brent Varner | 5 PM–9 PM Amazing food the whole family will loveBring Mom, bring the crew, and make it a Mother’s Day she’ll never forget! Full of love, laughs, and beachside memories #TheHangout #MothersDay #GulfShoresEvents #FamilyFun #BeachsideMemories

Make a splash with Mom! Join us on Sunday, May 10 for Mother's Day! Moms get in free with the purchase of any general admission ticket. Enjoy some quality time with those most special to you and make some FIN-tastic memories! *Valid only on full price gate purchases. This is a buy one, get one free offer. Adult, child or senior full price admission required. No other discounts can be applied. Not valid on online purchases

To celebrate Mother’s Day, all moms receive FREE admission this Sunday from 9 AM–4 PM! Bring the family, stroll through the Zoo, meet your favorite animals, and enjoy a day filled with connection, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a mom, stepmom, grandmother, or a mother figure who gives from the heart—we can’t wait to celebrate YOU. Sunday, May 10, 2026 9 AM–4 PM Free admission for all moms Come make Mother’s Day wild, joyful, and full of memories at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Treat Mom to a Strike-tastic Mother’s Day at Surge Entertainment!Celebrate Mom with family fun she’ll actually enjoy! On Mother’s Day, from 11AM–4PM, Mom + 3 guests bowl FREE at Surge Entertainment!(Shoe rental not included.) Want to bring more? Add up to 2 extra guests for just $5 each, plus $4 for shoe rental. Make memories, share laughs, and enjoy quality time with Mom — the fun way

Celebrate Mother’s Day in the most meaningful (and fun!) way—with creativity, connection, and a little sparkle ✨ Join us for a special Mother’s Day experience where families come together to create beautiful art and even more beautiful memories. Whether you’re bringing Mom, Grandma, your kiddos, or your whole crew, this event is designed for all ages to enjoy side-by-side. We’ll guide you through a thoughtfully curated art project that’s both fun and beginner-friendly—no experience needed! Expect laughter, quality time, and a finished piece you’ll treasure long after the day is over. 🥂 Refreshments: Complimentary mimosa while you create for the adults and juice for the kiddos. Also available will be some sweet treats. 💛 Expect: A relaxed, joy-filled atmosphere where making memories matters most. 🖼️Create: Choose from the list of projects provided or just reserve a seat and choose when you arrive. All supplies are provided—just bring your people and your love for Mom. Feel free to school through the images for project inspiration! Spots are limited, so grab your seats early and make this Mother’s Day one to remember. 💐

Join local artist, Shoshana Brand, on May 16 for a hands-on Nature Journaling workshop! Geared towards individuals and families alike (ages 11 and up), the workshop will be conducted outdoors in the beautiful Gardens and concentrate on movement in space, nature observation, and documentation. In this workshop, students will become explorer artists and will use a variety of artistic tools to create a deep connection with nature, art, and themselves. Bring your colored pencils and comfortable shoes, and fall in love with nature through unique and fun exercises throughout our Garden. The nature journal is included in the price, a great item to keep with you for all your future outdoor activities. Participants are asked to bring their own drawing supplies (pencils, pencil colors, erasers, etc.) Register now! Spots are limited!https://tinyurl.com/29fdr47m

Gulf State Park is hosting its first ever Venture Out event on May 15-17. This three-day festival will feature a variety of nature and outdoor-focused activities, workshops, and tours throughout the park and along the Backcountry Trail. The family-friendly event is a collaboration between Gulf State Park, the Gulf Coast Eco-Center, Valor Hospitality, the City of Gulf Shores, and the City of Orange Beach.   Event schedule can be found here: venture out schedule (6).pdf

Every Friday at 10am we will provide a 45 minute music class and one hour of play time for you and your child. $20 per child•$10 for any additional child You can sign up today at Educational Classes & CHOOSE Act Classes - Winnie's Play Cafe | Mobile, AL

The Mama Village is a FREE group for moms of kiddos aged 0-2! Hosted by perinatal therapist Morgan Bradwell, LICSW, PMH-C of Village Therapy Collective & Dr. Tiffany Jones, DC of Liberation Chiropractic, attendees can expect casual conversations about the ups & downs of motherhood with other mamas who are kind, encouraging, nonjudgmental, & supportive. Babies are welcome to join, or you can have a self-care hour to yourself — whatever you need 

Daphne East Elementary PTO Presents 2nd Annual Family Fun Event! Bring the whole family out for a night of fun, laughter, and memories! Location: Daphne East Elementary Date: May 15, 2026 Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM ⸻ Featuring: • Inflatables & Carnival Rides from Eastern Shore Inflatables • DJ Jeremy + 360 Photo Booth • Delicious Food Trucks ⸻ Food Trucks Include: • That’s My Dogg • Kona Ice • Slice of Fire Pizza • Donut NV • Travelin Tom’s • Lucky Cow ⸻ Fun for ALL ages — you don’t want to miss it!

his is a General Admission (GA) show. The gates open at 4 PM, music starts at 5 PM, bring your own seating, enjoy food from a food truck (or bring your own) and support local music while you enjoy a relaxing evening at The Halstead Amphitheater. Official tickets from the Live At Five Eventbrite are the only guaranteed way to enter the show. A portion of every show supports local music via the Jacob Hall Memorial Music Grant. Learn more on our website: GRANT | Live at Five

Friday nights at The Hitch just keep getting better!  This Friday, May 15th from 5PM-8PM, come hungry and bring the whole family out for an awesome lineup of food trucks:  Frank N Lolas Not Your Average Joe La Taqueria La Fruteria Great food, cold drinks, and a fun night at The Hitch Food Truck & Container Park! 3535 Snow Rd • Semmes, AL Tag your crew and let us know what truck you’re trying first! **Weather Permitting

 Summer Movie Nights – The Incredibles Enjoy free, family-friendly movies under the stars at parks across Mobile County! Each Friday evening, a different park hosts a movie—perfect for relaxing outdoors and exploring local favorites.  Friday, May 15, 2026 Movie begins at 8:00 PM Escatawpa Hollow Park & Campground15551 Moffett Road, Wilmer, AL 36587 Free admission  Feature Film: The Incredibles Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to find a great spot. Presented by Mobile County Parks.