Pirates & Princesses Breakfast Adventure Show!
The Hangout Gulf ShoresPirates & Princesses Breakfast Adventure at The Hangout Set sail for a magical morning your whole family will never forget! Join us for an all-you-can-eat breakfast dance party at The Hangout’s World-Famous Pirates & Princesses Live Adventure Show All-You-Can-Eat Family-Style Breakfast Live Interactive Show + Dance Party Treasure hunts & unforgettable moments Photo opportunities with characters Additional Menu Options (available for purchase):French Toast, Pancakes, Fruit Plates, plus Bloody Marys & Mimosas for adults Event Details:• Doors Open: 8:45 AM• Seating Times:8:45 AM (for 9:00 AM show)9:45 AM (for 10:00 AM show)• Show Start Times:9:15 AM & 10:15 AM• Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in Pricing (per person – includes show + breakfast):• Adults: $19.99• Children (6–12): $9.99• Children 5 & Under: FREE Dress the part! Come in your favorite pirate or princess outfit and be ready to dance, play, and join the adventure. Reservations are highly recommended — save your table today!
$5 Summer Museum Admission
The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico 155 S Water St, Mobile, AlabamaEnjoy Big Adventures this Summer for a small price! The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf is opening its doors wide for a limited-time summer experience you won’t want to miss. Dive into hands-on exhibits Explore interactive maritime history Discover stories of the Gulf like never before Special Summer Admission: Just $5 (Now through August 31!) Bring the family, bring your curiosity, and step aboard for an unforgettable journey through the Gulf’s maritime history.
Summer Fun at The Wharf Orange Beach!
The Wharf - Orange BeachMovie Mondays Bring your crew to Portside on Main for Movie Monday presented by Liquid Life, a free outdoor screening series that’s serving up sunshine, cinema, and summer fun all season long. Each week from June 1 through July 27, catch a classic family flick under the stars. Settle in for a night of laughs, nostalgia, and big-screen memories where the smell of salt is in the air.. Make The Wharf your Monday movie destination this summer—because great films, family time, and coastal nights are the perfect combo. FREE to attend Event Schedule Movie will begin at 6:30 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Monday, June 1st – The Parent Trap Monday, June 8th – The Little Rascals Monday, June 15th – Dennis the Menace Monday, June 22nd – Free Willy Monday, June 29th – Remember the Titans Monday, July 6th – Angels in the Outfield Monday, July 13th – Sing 2 Monday, July 20th – Clifford the Big Red Dog Monday, July 27th – Migration Tuesdays -Sunset Sounds at Portside Join us every Tuesday for Sunset Sounds at Portside, where live music meets waterfront vibes! Enjoy an evening of great tunes featuring face painting, the Reptile Bus, Cornhole boards, giant Jenga + so much more. You don't want to miss the stunning sunset views from the beautiful green space. Grab a drink, relax with friends, and let the music set the mood. FREE + Parking (some activities cost 5-10.00) Event Schedule Kids’ Activities: 5:30-8:30 pm The Destinations Live: 5:30-8:30 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Wednesdays-Pepsi Summer Adventure Attention, Scouts! Gather your patrol and embark on an epic summer adventure every Wednesday at The Wharf. Your mission? To navigate the great Pepsi Summer Adventure Quest! Start your journey by reporting to the Pepsi Outpost, where you'll receive your official adventure map. Then, set out on a thrilling scavenger hunt, following the trail to uncover hidden waypoints and complete your quest. Once you've checked off every challenge, return to Base Camp where "X" marks the spot to claim your well-earned reward! After your adventure, stick around to enjoy music from DJ Matt, and witness the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. Ready your maps and sharpen your skills—it’s time to blaze the trail for a great cause. Check-in is located at the Pepsi tent in Palms Plaza. For the first 500 children to complete the hunt, The Wharf’s Anchor Campaign will make a special $5 donation in the child’s honor to the Alabama Credit Union’s Secret Meals for Hungry Children program, helping provide meals to kids in need. We appreciate your support! FREE + Parking (some activities cost 5-10.00) Adventure Quest: 6-9 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Thursdays-Beats + Bubbles Get ready for a bubbly good time because Thursdays are about to be Poppin’. Come early and enjoy entertainment from DJ Matt, camel rides, cornhole games, reptile bus, face painting + more! Dance to the beats, dive into kid-friendly fun, and splash around the Bubble Truck because things are about to get poppin’ all season long! FREE admission + parking; some activities cost $5-10 Event Schedule Kids’ Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm Bubble Truck: 6:30-8:30 pm / Last 30 min - GLOW Bubbles SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Shrek the Musical at the Beau Rivage Theatre
Beau Rivage Theatre Biloxi, MSShrek the Musical is bringing fairytale fun to the Beau Rivage Theatre in Biloxi from June 11–July 2! Join Shrek, Donkey, Princess Fiona, and all your favorite characters for a family-friendly musical adventure filled with laughs, friendship, and heart. Tickets start at $25, with family four-pack options available. Performances run Tuesday–Sunday (dark Mondays) with evening and select matinee shows.
Mobile & Baldwin Co. Family Friendly Fourth of July Events
Mobile Semmes Independence Day Block Party Sunday, June 28, 2026 | City of Semmes Honor Park | 5p-9p This event will be an absolute blast and free for the community! There will be an amazing fireworks show at the end of the event (9pm), live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, fun for the kids and more! . Plan to bring your chairs! Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. This event will be block party styled right in the heart of Semmes. The location will be the green spaces near Honor Park and City Hall. Parts of Wulff Road will be closed. The City will have busses and trolleys running throughout the city in constant rotation. We are so excited to have Lost in Paradise for entertainment! Another band will be posted soon. We Love Satsuma! Sunday, June 28th, 2026 | Fred K. Wright Park | 5p Save the Date! We Love Satsuma 2026 is coming Sunday, June 28th at 5:00pm! Fireworks Night at South Coast Church Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | South Coast Church - Mobile | 6:30p Join us on July 1st at 6:30 PM for an evening of family fun, great food, and an incredible fireworks show. South Coast Church | 9050 Jeff Hamilton Rd | Mobile, AL 36695. Invite your friends and neighbors and come celebrate America’s 250th birthday with us. We can't wait to see you there! Freedom Fest 2026 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 9580 Old Hwy 43 - Creola, Al | 7p Join us for Freedom Fest 2026, a FREE community celebration hosted by Free Life Church on Wednesday, July 1, from 7:00–9:00 PM! Bring the whole family and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with fun, food, and fellowship as we celebrate the freedoms we cherish together. We'll have: FREE food for everyone, Waterslides and activities for all ages, Our Homemade Ice Cream competition & One of the largest fireworks shows in North Mobile County! Whether you're looking for a fun night out with your family, a place to connect with friends and neighbors, or simply a way to celebrate Independence Day, Freedom Fest is for you. This event is completely free and open to everyone in our community. Come early, stay late, and make memories with us as we celebrate faith, freedom, family, and community Praise Family Church West Mobile Firework Show Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Praise Family Church | 7p At Praise Family Church, we love freedom, and on July 1, we’ll be exercising our God-given American right to fill the sky with a dazzling display of insane explosions. The best part? This event is free, and everyone’s invited regardless of where (or if) they attend church. There will be water inflatables for the kids, and we’ll have food trucks on-site in case all this patriotism makes you hungry.Freedom isn’t free, but The Biggest Fireworks Show in West Mobile is. Join us on July 1, at 7pm Faith Family Freedom at Foward Church Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Forward Church (Irvington) | 5p-8p | Fireworks start at 8p Food Trucks will arrive at 5:00 PM | Service will start at 7:00 PM | Fireworks will start at 8:00 PM Saraland Fireworks Show Thursday, July 2, 2026 | Saraland High School | 6:30p Join us for an unforgettable night at Stars, Stripes, and Saraland – A Salute to 250 Years! Fireworks: 9:00 PM. Bring your family and friends and enjoy: Food trucks, Fun for all ages, Patriotic pride, Community spirit. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate 250 years of freedom with a spectacular fireworks show you won’t want to miss! Happy 250th America! Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Dauphin Island | Ceremony 11a | Fireworks 9p What better place to celebrate the July 4th holiday than right here on beautiful Dauphin Island, the Sunset Capital of Alabama! As America marks 250 years we’ll be celebrating the big day with the annual Dauphin Island Veterans Association ceremony at Water Tower Plaza at 11am. Always a patriotic event filled with red, white and blue! That evening, you’ll want to keep an eye to the sky over Middle Beach for our spectacular fireworks show which gets underway at 9pm! This year’s show is guaranteed to evoke a chorus of oohs and ahhs! If you’d like to make a tax deductible contribution in support of the 2026 fireworks show, please make checks payable to the DI Foundation. Chickasaw's 4th of July Celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 604 Dumont St. - Chickasaw, Al | 5p-9p oin us as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an evening full of family fun, food, music, market and fireworks! Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and come enjoy a patriotic celebration for all ages. This special event will feature live entertainment by Jukebox Brass Band, food vendors, kids activities, and a spectacular fireworks show to end the night! Let’s come together as a community to celebrate freedom, history, and hometown pride right here in Chickasaw! Location: Miller Park 604 Dumont ST. | Date: July 4, 2026 | Time: Grounds open at 5PM. Fireworks begin after 9pm Fourth of July Celebration: America's 250th Anniversary Saturday, July 4, 2026 | USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park | 5:30p-9:30p Join us for the City of Mobile's 4th of July Celebration, honoring America's 250th anniversary! On Saturday, July 4 from 5:30-9:30 p.m., enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, nonprofits, games, family-friendly activities, and a breathtaking fireworks show at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.Admission to the Fourth of July Celebration is free, but there are fees to park. Parking will cost $10 per car and $30 per RV (cash only). You may reserve your spot in advance starting May 4. If you purchase a presale parking ticket, you will be able to park as early as 4 p.m. on the day of the event. No parking will be allowed after 8:15 p.m. Re-entry is permitted with parking pass; however, parking availability may be limited once the lot reaches capacity. Baldwin County America 250 Celebration Friday, June 26, 2026 | Daphne Civic Center | 4p-8p Celebrate America 250 in Baldwin County! Join the Baldwin County Commission and the City of Daphne as we celebrate 250 years of American history and freedom with a FREE fun-filled, family-friendly event for all ages! Annual Independence Day Celebration Saturday, June 27, 2026 | Pioneer Park - Summerdale | 10a-9p Car Show, Vendors, Food Trucks, Inflatables, Music, Fireworks! Help us Celebrate the 250th Birthday of America! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and spend the day with us! All proceeds benefit the Summerdale Volunteer Fire Department. Independence Day Street Party Presented by The City of Orange Beach Thursday, July 2, 2026 | The Wharf - Main Street | 5:30p-9:30p Let freedom ring—and let the celebration begin! Come wave your red, white, and blue as Orange Beach goes all out for the USA’s 250th birthday at our Independence Day Street Party. There will be family friendly activities in the Entertainment District, including a special appearance from Lady Liberty + Uncle Sam! Then, as the sun dips, get ready for a show-stopping lineup of nighttime magic with the palm trees dancing in patriotic colors and a grand finale fireworks and drone show. All of the fun will be presented by the City of Orange Beach. We can’t wait… to see you here! Patriotic Bike and Pet Parade Friday, July 3, 2026 | Gulf State Park | Parade: 9a Art, Music and Food: 10a-5p Flora-Bama Freedom Run 4 Mile Run/Walk Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Flora-Bama | 8a From ribbons and bows to flags, socks & t-shirts... break out your best red, white and blue attire because we want to make this run screams AMERICA! 2026 Biggest Little 4th of July Parade Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Magnolia Springs, Alabama | 10:30a Join us for the Biggest Little 4th of July Parade in Magnolia Springs! Celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, 2026 with a morning full of hometown pride, patriotic fun, and community tradition as we also honor America’s 250th Birthday and the Town of Magnolia Springs’ 20th Anniversary! Parade begins at 10:30 AM, Starts at the end of Oak Street on Woodland Drive and travels down Oak Street to the Magnolia Springs Fire Station on Gates Avenue. Following the parade, everyone is invited to enjoy the annual Hot Dog Luncheon with watermelon and lemonade at the fire station. Star Spangled 250th Spectacular Saturday, July 4, 2026 | OWA | 2p-9p Celebrate the 4th of July the OWA way during the Star Spangled 250th Spectacular! This celebration brings Downtown OWA to life with patriotic activities, interactive experiences, live entertainment, and plenty of spots to stop, watch, and join in. Watch the 250th Independence Day Parade roll through Downtown OWA, then stick around as live music takes over OWA Island and keeps the energy going into the evening. End the night with a fireworks show that brings the celebration to a perfect close. Join us in Downtown OWA and make this 4th of July one to remember! Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Gulf State Park Pier | 9p 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝘂𝗹𝗳 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀! The City of Gulf Shores is proud to present its Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration, taking place on Saturday, July 4. This year’s event holds special significance as communities across the nation commemorate the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the United States. As America prepares to celebrate this historic milestone, Gulf Shores invites residents and visitors to gather in honor of our nation’s founding and the freedoms that have united generations of Americans. Independence Day Celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Henry George Park & Fairhope Pier | Concert 7:30p - Fireworks 9:00p Join us for Fairhope's Independence Day Celebration on July 4 as we commemorate America's 250th anniversary! Enjoy an unforgettable evening on the bluff as the Baldwin Pops performs at 7:30 p.m. with 250 musicians, followed by a spectacular fireworks show over Mobile Bay at 9:00 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, gather your family and friends, and celebrate this historic milestone with music, patriotism, and one of the best views on the Gulf Coast. July 4th Fireworks Celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Al Trione Sports Complex | 9p Get ready! Our Fourth of July Celebration is almost here! Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks show set to patriotic music! Stay tuned for the announcement of the broadcast station where residents can tune in and listen along! Don't miss out on this dazzling display - We hope to see you there!
Annual Independence Day Celebration
Pioneer Park, Summerdale AlCar Show, Vendors, Food Trucks, Inflatables, Music, Fireworks! Help us Celebrate the 250th Birthday of America! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and spend the day with us! All proceeds benefit the Summerdale Volunteer Fire Department.pio
Wheels & Reels Drive In Movie- Jumanji: The Next Level
Ladd Peebles StadiumJoin us for a free outdoor movies series that brings the classic drive-in experience to multiple locations across Mobile. Enjoy watching the movies from your vehicle or designated seating areas on June 27, July 25, and December 4. Plus, there will be food trucks! Please note that movie ratings and audience recommendations will be provided for each screening. Check out the Wheels & Reels schedule below: Saturday, June 27Jumanji: The Next Level (Rated PG-13)6-9 p.m. (Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.)Ladd-Peebles Stadium1621 Virginia Street, Mobile, AL Saturday, July 25Lilo & Stitch (2025 Live-Action) (Rated PG)6-9 p.m. (Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.)USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL Friday, December 4The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Rated PG)6-10 p.m. (Movie starts at 7 p.m.)Mobile Flea Market401 Schillinger Road N., Mobile, AL Check out other important event details below: - Parking is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Vehicles will NOT be permitted to enter after the movie begins.- Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome in the designated seating areas.- Once parked, please turn off your headlights, keep engines off during the movie, and follow staff instructions to ensure everyone has a clear view.- You may bring your own food and snacks.- Wheels & Reels Drive-In Movies are weather-dependent. In the event of severe weather or unsafe conditions, updates will be shared via City of Mobile Events’ website, text alerts, and social media channels.
Walmart 2nd Annual Car, Bike & Jeep Show
Walmart Supercenter- RobertsdaleCome join us at the end of the month for a little show at the Robertsdale Walmart- Bring a shade, canopy/ umbrella, fan, etc. -and I'll have bottle water for you.This event is hosted by Walmart and organized by Jeanie Payne- and is a benefit for the Children's Miracle Network.There are going to be awards for Best Car, Best Truck, Best Jeep, Best Motorcycle, and Miracle Network Top Choice.More info to come, so check back often.
151st Army Band Concert
Medal of Honor ParkJoin us at Medal of Honor Park for a performance by the 151st Army Band on June 28! This free concert is part of the nationwide celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The 151st Army Band performance will begin at 3 p.m. at the Bicentennial Pavilion.
Independence Day Farm Tour
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We Love Satsuma
Fred K Wright ParkJoin us for our annual We Love Satsuma celebration!Food Trucks! Vendors! Kids' Activities! Fireworks!
Semmes Independence Day Block Party
City of Semmes Honor ParkThis event will be an absolute blast and free for the community! There will be an amazing fireworks show at the end of the event (9pm), live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, fun for the kids and more! . Plan to bring your chairs! Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.This event will be block party styled right in the heart of Semmes. The location will be the green spaces near Honor Park and City Hall. Parts of Wulff Road will be closed.The City will have busses and trolleys running throughout the city in constant rotation.We are so excited to have Lost in Paradise for entertainment! Another band will be posted soon.Lost in Paradise is Music City’s premier Jimmy Buffett Tribute. Founded by Nashville music veteran, Shawn Pody, this talented band of Trop Rockers will have you changing your latitude and your attitude. Get ready to kick off your flip-flops and sing along to all your favorite Jimmy Buffett classics, like “Margaritaville,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Volcano,” “Come Monday,” “Fins,” and many more! So, what do ya say? Let’s go get LOST IN PARADISE!
The Princess Concert
Saenger TheatreThe Princess Concert at Saenger Theatre in Mobile, AL We invite you to an enchanting concert singing the magical music from Frozen, Wicked, Moana & More TICKETS ON SALE NOW princessconcert.com/Mobile Performing the magical music of:FROZEN•WICKED•KPOP DEMON HUNTERSMOANA•TAYLOR SWIFT•WIZARD OF OZBEAUTY & THE BEAST•ALADDINANASTASIA•POCAHONTAS + MANY MORE Princess Concert: a magical adventure awaits. Join us for the most enchanting concert of the year. Stunning songs from animated classics with uplifting & inspiring messages to unlock the Princess Era Breathtaking singing, West End performers, awe-inspiring aerial, incredible dancers and so much more. From Frozen, Wicked, Moana, KPOP Demon Hunters and more! A concert for all the family with memories to cherish forever This show is suitable for all ages
4th of July Open Jump at Pump it Up!
Pump it Up MobileCelebrate 4th of July at Pump It Up! with our amazing Balloon Bash!Enjoy jumping in both arenas and experience our Balloon Drop!Then enjoy some snack with lemonade while kids create some craft in our party room. PRE-SALE: $13.95 + tax per kidTICKETS: $15.50 + tax per child (Pre-sale ends June 30th at 8:00pm) 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.
52nd Annual Grand Bay Watermelon Festival
10327 Taylor F. Harper Blvd Grand Bay, AlabamaThe Grand Bay Watermelon Festival will be a day and a half of fun, located at 10327 Taylor F. Harper Blvd., Grand Bay, AL! The gates will open to the public from 3 pm until 7 pm on July 3rd. Gate entrance/parking on July 3rd is free. We will have Music, Rides, Food Vendors, and Arts & Crafts Vendors, but NO WATERMELON on the 3rd.Grand Bay Watermelon Festival Programs will also be available for purchase on July 3rd for $5, which you can show at the gate on July 4th for your vehicle admission. Festival T-shirts will also be for sale.July 4th - Gate admission is just $5 per vehicle for parking at the entrance gate. Times and groups the Gates will be open on July 4th: Vendors and Car Show entrants - from 8 am; General Public - 9:30 am. Festival Vendors (except Food Vendors) will close at 5 pm and all patrons must be out of the roadways so vendors can get back to their booths at 5 pm.We plan to have fireworks again this year at dusk. If you leave the park and come back, just show your program to get back in the gate. Otherwise, Gate admission is $5 per vehicle at the entrance gate. Parking will be around the baseball field. You will be allowed to walk up the bridge to the top of the hill in the Food Court area to visit the Food Vendors, until 7 pm., before the fireworks start at dusk.The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival is an annual family fun event with an Open Car Show, Rides, Games, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Food Vendors, entertainment, and all the free, sliced, ice cold watermelon you can eat (on July 4th only).We are looking for Sponsors that will sponsor our children's rides so that we can make them more affordable. If you, someone you know, have or know of a business that would be interested in being a Sponsor, our information is listed under Festival Forms on our website: www.grandbaywatermelonfestival.org. Other forms available there are: Craft and Commercial Vendor applications, Entertainment, Food Vendor applications, a Map of the Park, Open Car Show Registration form that you can fill out and bring with you to register your vehicle at the Festival, as well as Festival Programs for the past few years.Also, vaping/smoking is NOT allowed in the Festival area and NO PETS of any kind are allowed at the Grand Bay Watermelon Festival. Please leave them at home in the shade or air-conditioning!
First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Fairhope
Downtown FairhopeGet down in the street with Fairhope's own FreeRadicals for a fun First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Fairhope!
Fourth of July Celebration: America’s 250th Anniversary
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial ParkJoin us for the City of Mobile's 4th of July Celebration, honoring America's 250th anniversary! On Saturday, July 4 from 5:30-9:30 p.m., enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, nonprofits, games, family-friendly activities, and a breathtaking fireworks show at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. Entertainment ScheduleDJ GeauxThe Six Piece Suits (6:30-7:30 p.m.)The Kazzettes (7:45-9 p.m.)Fireworks show (9 p.m.) Admission to the Fourth of July Celebration is free, but there are fees to park. Parking will cost $10 per car and $30 per RV (cash only). You may reserve your spot in advance starting May 4. If you purchase a presale parking ticket, you will be able to park as early as 4 p.m. on the day of the event. No parking will be allowed after 8:15 p.m. Re-entry is permitted with parking pass; however, parking availability may be limited once the lot reaches capacity. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged for seating, and don't forget to pack sunscreen and to stay hydrated! Coolers are allowed, but glass containers and alcohol are not. Please see the full list of prohibited items and activities below: - balloons, bubbles, confetti, or paper lanterns- grilling or cooking with propane or fuel on grass- weapons- alcohol- glass- skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades, and similar items- open flames, including candles- smoking or vaping in enclosed areas- sticks or poles (including selfie sticks and flag poles)- pets are not recommended due to large crowds and fireworks Restroom facilities will be located throughout the event area.
Revolutionary War Reenactment + 1976 Time Capsule Opening
Colonial Fort CondeJoin the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Condé on Sunday, July 5, 2026, for a special celebration of American history featuring a Revolutionary War reenactment and the opening of a 50-year-old time capsule. At 4:00 p.m., experience The Capture of Captain James Willing, Colonial Fort Condé's annual Independence Day living history program. Watch as interpreters bring to life the story of Captain James Willing, a Continental Navy officer whose actions brought the American Revolution to British-occupied Mobile. The program includes a full reading of the Declaration of Independence, live musket demonstrations, period clothing, and audience interaction. Then at 5:00 p.m., witness history as the 1976 Colonial Fort Condé Time Capsule is opened for the first time in 50 years. Buried during America's Bicentennial celebrations, the capsule will be opened in honor of America250 and the 50th anniversary of the reconstructed Colonial Fort Condé. Guests will be able to view the contents until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 5, 2026 4:00 p.m. – The Capture of Captain James Willing 5:00 p.m. – Opening of the 1976 Time Capsule 5:00–7:00 p.m. – Viewing of Time Capsule Contents Colonial Fort Condé150 South Royal StreetMobile, AL 36602 Free and open to the public Discover Mobile's unique role in the American Revolution and get a rare glimpse into what life—and celebration—looked like in 1976. We hope you'll join us for this special afternoon of history, community, and discovery
Protect Double D’s at the Fort (Kids’ Play Night)
Double D's Burgers Spanish Fort, ALCome out and bring boxes, water balloons, and water blasters, and let’s protect the fort! At 6 PM, we will set up and build a fort. Everyone start saving and bringing those boxes to Double D's to use for building multiple forts. At 6:20 PM, let's go! Everyone grab water balloons and have the best evening. I will have kiddie pools set up throughout the field to refill blasters or grab more balloons. After you work up an appetite, come out and grab a burger at Double D's. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy your burgers while watching a movie on the big screen, but keep your eyes ready to dodge snowballs or maybe just popcorn flying in the sky!
LODA Artwalk Celebrates National Watercolor Month
Downtown MobileOn July 10, celebrate National Watercolor Month at LODA ArtWalk with an unforgettable evening of creativity, community, and fun in the heart of Downtown Mobile! Enjoy live music, shop local artists and makers along Dauphin Street, and explore unique vendors, food trucks, and interactive experiences from 6-9 p.m. Bring the whole family to enjoy the Kids’ Zone, in partnership with Gulf Regional Early Childhood Services, with hands-on crafts and activities. Discover one-of-a-kind art and experience the vibrant energy that makes LODA ArtWalk one of Mobile’s favorite monthly traditions. Whether you're here for the music, the shopping, or the atmosphere, there's something for everyone to enjoy.