• Mobile Mystics Family Fun Day

    Dauphin Island West End Beach

    Join us for the Mobile Mystics Beach Family Fun Day at Dauphin Island! Bring your kids, pack your sunscreen, and enjoy a wonderful day of family time at the beach.

  • Coastal Tailgate Cook-Off Challenge

    The Wharf

    About Calling all foodies, sports fans, and culinary masters: The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber is excited to announce the return of our Coastal Tailgate Cook-Off Challenge presented by Columbia Southern University. This is not your ordinary cook-off, it's a high-energy, game day atmosphere where attendees can sample a variety of mouth-watering foods from some of the best culinary teams + individuals around. Tailgating teams will compete for a coveted golden ticket to the World Food Championships in Indiana and people’s choice awards in several categories. This event will serve as a ​​fundraiser for the CABC Foundation, which supports education efforts in the Coastal Alabama area. Where Marina Lawn Date Saturday, August 22 Time 12 pm - 3 pm Cost General Admission with 10 Tasting Tickets: $20 | Competitor Fee: $100 | Children 5 and under admitted free

  • Kids Free Build

    Foley Community Library 230 E. Orange Ave., Foley, AL, United States

    Age Group: Children, Toddlers, Big Kids Program Description Event Details 🧱✨ Kids Free Build 🏗️ Drop in and let your imagination lead the way! Kids can build, design, and create using LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, marble runs, and more. Each week is a chance to experiment, explore, and have fun with open-ended building play. 📅 Saturdays 🕑 2:00–3:00 PM 📍 Kids Activity Room: Maker Meadow

  • Community Safety Day

    OWA Parks & Resort

    Community Safety Day is coming to Downtown OWA on August 22nd, and it’s all about celebrating the people and organizations that keep our community safe and strong! Spend the day meeting local first responders from across the area, watching K-9 training demonstrations, and enjoying a live DJ on OWA Island. Don’t miss the Heroes Hunger Games, where first responders go head-to-head in friendly competition. Join us for a fun, feel-good day for families, friends, and neighbors to come together and show appreciation for the heroes among us! Calling all first responders! Register your department for the Heroes Hunger Games, a fast-paced challenge where teams race to finish a sub sandwich, milkshake, pretzel, and large soda before suiting up in full gear. Winning departments take home a station banner, a trophy, park tickets, and bragging rights. Spots are limited, so sign up today: https://visitowa.com/community-safety-day/.

  • Brandon Styles Variety Show- Comedy, Magic & 60 Impressions!

    OWA Parks & Resort

    Don't miss your chance to see Gulf Coast's #1 Variety Show Every Tuesday & Saturday at 7:00 pm! The Brandon Styles VARIETY SHOW is a performance by one man that you won't want to miss! Get ready to be amazed by Brandon's live performance, where he impersonates nearly 60 different famous people, from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber.This show is unique because Brandon has added just the right amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism, and audience participation to keep you entertained in a fast-paced 70-minute show! Click on BrandonStyles.com to check availability or call 251-237-3330 Ticket Pricing:Child General Admission (Ages 4-12) $25.00Adult General Admission (Ages 13+) $35.00VIP Ticket (All Ages) $49.00*Age 3 and under are free if sitting on a parents lap.

  • Raptor Recess

    Gulf State Park Nature Center

    Stop by the Nature Center between 9:00-9:30 AM  to meet one of our raptors as they soak up the sun and enjoy some fun enrichment activities! This program is great for all ages! Location: Gulf State Park Nature Center, 22120 Campground Road, Gulf Shores There is a $5 per-vehicle fee to enter the campground where the Nature Center is located. Campground and cabin guests are exempt from the gate fee. If you have any questions, please contact the Gulf State Park Nature Center at 251-948-7275 extension 62093.

  • Wee Exchange- Huge Kids Resale!

    Abba Shrine

    Largest Consignment Sale on the Gulf Coast!Snag an EARLY ACCESS ticket!All you have to do is consign 12 or more items! EasyRegistration link Wee Exchange

  • Downtown Run Club @ Braided River

    Braided River Brewing Co Mobile, Alabama

    Braided River's Run Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m.! This public run club is open to all levels and ability, including walkers, marathoners, kids and even dogs. You can choose from a 5K or 1-mile route, both of which take off from the taproom at 6 p.m. Join Downtown Runners United By Beer afterward in the taproom for food, raffles, camaraderie and ice-cold craft beer!

  • Vintage Market Days of Mobile

    Greater Gulf State Fair Grounds

    Vintage Market Days® is an upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings, and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in creative venues.

  • Music Class + Indoor Play

    Winnie's Play Cafe - Mobile 6366 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile

    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 Winnie's Play Cafe | Indoor Activities for Children and Toddlers | Mobile, Alabama

  • 9th Annual Elaine Rowe Memorial – Kid’s Day Out Fishing Tournament!

    Dauphin Island Marina

    It's that time again for our 9th Annual Elaine Rowe Memorial - Kid's Day Out Fishing Tournament! We are so excited and blessed to be able to bring this tournament back again for the 9th year. As usual, we will put our everything into this tournament to bring the experience you have come to love and be a part of! Can't wait to see all of our repeat YOUNG ANGLERS!

  • Game Day on the Green

    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! VIEWING SCHEDULE: Saturday, August 29:  North Carolina vs TCU @ 11 am NC State vs Virginia @ 2:30 pm Texas A&M vs Mercer @ 6 pm *schedule of games is subject to change Where Portside on Main Date - Saturday, August 29 Time - 11 am Cost - FREE Other From the first kickoff at 11am, we've got every big college game on our giant outdoor screens. Never miss a single down, touchdown, or jaw-dropping play! 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! Show off your skills between plays! Enjoy classic games like cornhole or challenge your family to Connect 4, giant Jenga, and more—all set up right on the grass.

  • Mobile Convention Center Mobile, Alabama

    Dinosaur Adventure with be at the Mobile Convention Center for one weekend only, August 29 & 30, 2026. The experience features life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, hands-on fossil digs, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and interactive raptor training sessions designed for young children. What to expect: • Life-sized, moving animatronic dinosaurs • Hands-on fossil digging and raptor training • Dinosaur rides and themed bounce houses • Baby dinosaur meet-and-greet and face painting “Families can expect an action-packed weekend with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs and hands-on experiences designed to create unforgettable memories,” said Sanjay Syal, CEO. General admission tickets are $25 for adults and $35 for children, with VIP experiences available. For full ticket details please visit www.dinosauradventure.com and select your city. Event Schedule: Saturday, August 29, 2026 : 9:00am – 8:00pm Sunday, August 30, 2026 : 9:00am – 7:00pm Location: Mobile Convention Center 1 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602 About Dinosaur Adventure: Dinosaur Adventure is a nationally touring family event featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, hands-on activities, and immersive environments for families with young children. Media Contact: Steve Rajtar | Steve@ppgshows.com | 651-504-2000

  • 40th Annual Fort Mims Reenactment & Living History

    Fort Mims State Historic Site 1813 Fort Mims Road Stockton, AL 36579

    August 29th, 2026 - August 30th, 20269:00am-3:00pm daily Stockton During the commemorative event set for August 29-30, 2026, volunteers will dress in period clothing to re-enact the Battle of Burnt Corn followed by the Battle of Fort Mims. You can witness living history as well as enjoy period music, arts, crafts, covered wagons, tomahawk throwing, blacksmithing, concessions, dancing and 1800s cooking demonstrations. Visit fortmims.org and "LIKE" us on Facebook. The event is held annually on the last weekend of August.

  • Eastern Shore Kids Market

    Fairhope Civic Center

    Join us at the Fairhope Civic Center for Eastern Shore Kid’s Market Fall/Winter Sale! We are a pop-up kid’s consignment sale offering all things new-juniors! Clothing, toys, shoes, room decor, sports gear, dance, costumes, maternity needs and so much more! Today, Friday, August 28th is our 25% OFF day!We are open until 6pm! If the tag is marked for discount it’s now on sale! Come out and support your local mamas while scoring amazing deals! PUBLIC SHOPPING: FREE ENTRYThursday, August 27 | 8 AM–8 PMFriday, August 28 | 8 AM–6 PM | Many items 25% OFFSaturday, August 29 | 8 AM–12 PM | Many items 50% OFF  Fairhope Civic Center161 N. Section St.Fairhope, AL 36532

  • Alligator Adventures

    Gulf State Park Nature Center

    This exciting program offers a close-up look at young gators while exploring how they thrive in the wild, from hatching to adulthood, and the remarkable adaptations that have helped them survive for millions of years. This program is best suited ages 6+. Registration: Registration is required. Children 4 and under are free. https://reserve.alapark.com/register/alligator-adventures-GSP Know Before You Go: Location: Gulf State Park Nature Center, 22120 Campground Road, Gulf Shores Must show registration receipt to gate attendant to get free entry into the campground where the nature center is located. If you have any questions, please contact the Gulf State Park Nature Center at 251-948-7275 extension 62093.

  • Arthur Ashe Kids Day

    Lyons Park Tennis Center

    Fourth Annual Arthur Ashe Kids Day Kids Day is back at the Lyons Park Tennis Center! Join Mobile Parks and Recreation and the Mobile Tennis Center for a morning celebrating tennis, creativity and the lasting legacy of Arthur Ashe. Young tennis fans can enjoy tennis activities, test their knowledge with trivia, and show off their creativity through the Arthur Ashe Kids Day Essay and Art Contests. Event DetailsSaturday, August 2910 AM to 12 PMLyons Park Tennis Center Register here-> https://app.courtreserve.com/.../8756/JTGINCE8756484... There is still time to enter the essay and art contests! Submissions are due Thursday, August 27 at 5 PM. Bring the family, enjoy the morning and help us celebrate the legacy of Arthur Ashe through tennis, art and education.

  • Squeeze the Day- Kids Day & Lemonade Wars

    McKenzie Farm Market Fairhope

    Lemonade stands are made!! The trucks are coming!! Now, all we need is all of our friends to join us for the best Kids Day EVER!! This Saturday, August 29th, 10-12 at 17558 Greeno Rd., Fairhope. Free fun for all!!

  • HARRY POTTER DAY at Foley Community Library

    Foley Community Library 230 E. Orange Ave., Foley, AL, United States

     HARRY POTTER DAY IS COMING TO FOLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY!  Grab your robes, hop on your broomstick, and get ready for a magical day at Hogwarts!  Join us Saturday, August 29th from 10:00 AM–12:30 PM for a day packed with Harry Potter fun!  Meet Norman the Owl from the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Enjoy professional Harry Potter-themed photography Watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in the Great Hall Learn the art of Tea Blending & Elderberry Elixirs Write a letter in our Owlery Explore Diagon Alley with crafts, vendors & games Enjoy some delicious Butterbeer Complete the House Scavenger Hunt and compete for the House Cup! And that’s just the beginning!   Saturday, August 29 10:00 AM–12:30 PM Foley Community Library Bring the whole family and come spend the day at Hogwarts!   Visit us: foleylibrary.org Check out upcoming programs: foleylibrary.librarycalendar.com

  • Lowes Kids Workshop- MrBeast Swarm Twister Workshop

    Lowes Home Improvement (Locations Vary)

    Build a mini roller-coaster for your Swarm! Twists, turns, loops—who will scream the loudest as they race the track of fun? Every Kit Includes: Wooden Builder Toy Instructions Exclusive Badge Swarm Join us instore for a NEW MrBeast Workshop featuring exclusive Builder Toys. Spots are limited so register and pay for your Kit now to secure your spot. Pre-purchased kits can only be picked up on August 29th, the day of the workshop.