Date and time July 2 · 4pm - August 3 · 5pm CDT Location The Haunted Book Shop 9 S. Joachim St. Mobile, AL 36602 About this event Where’s Waldo? In Mobile, of course! Celebrating its twelfth anniversary in July 2024, Find Waldo Local begins July 1st and ends on July 31st. Can you find where Waldo is hanging out this year? To join in the hide-and-seek fun, simply pick up a “Find Waldo Local in Mobile!” stamp card at The Haunted Book Shop located at 9 S Joachim St then search for Waldo at participating businesses around downtown Mobile. With each miniature Waldo they spot, searchers get their card stamped or signed by the participating shop. Eagle-eyed hunters can also look for Waldo’s special 2024 gold medal hidden inside our store! Make sure to turn in your stamp card to The Haunted Book Shop by July 31 because collecting store stamps or signatures at twenty or more businesses will entitle super-seekers entry into a grand-prize drawing for Waldo books and other prizes on August 3rd at 5pm.  All participants are welcome to attend the celebration party to celebrate the icon known simply as WALDO. Pick up your stamp card today and HAPPY HUNTING!

2024 will be the 50th Anniversary of the Annual Grand Bay Watermelon Festival!!! The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival is held at Odd Fellows Festival Park, located behind the GBAA ball field at: 10327 Taylor F. Harper Blvd., Grand Bay, AL.  Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 1022, Grand Bay, AL  36541, and we can be contacted at: 251-865-3456. The 50th Annual Grand Bay Watermelon Festival, will be held from 3 pm to 7 pm on July 3, 2024 and full day on July 4th from 10 am to 6 pm.  On the 3rd, our preview day, we don’t charge for parking and we will have Arts & Crafts vendors, rides, food vendors, and entertainment, (but no watermelon yet).  On the 4th, admission is only $5 per vehicle, and in addition to our Arts & Crafts vendors, rides, food vendors and entertainment, we will also have the Pretty Baby Contest, Car Show (information below), games, and all the free, sliced, ice cold, sweet Grand Bay watermelon you can eat.  We thank our Sponsors who are helping with the cost of the children’s rides.  So far, we have sponsors to cover our inflatables, swings, and bungee jump.  We are still looking for sponsors for our Pony rides.  We will also have a spectacular fireworks show at dusk.  May God bless you and our Country!

Join us for 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐔𝐌  every Thursday night, 6 - 8 PM for special extended hours & free Admission! Join us for the 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐊𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐎𝐅𝐅, this Thursday, June 20th 2024! The Daphne History Museum is located at 405 Dryer Avenue.For additional information, call the Museum at 251-620-2600

Get Ready for an Independence Day Extravaganza brought to you by the City of Mobile!   Come and be a part of an exciting day at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park! Enjoy a day filled with lively music, engaging games, entertaining activities, delightful face painting, and a breathtaking fireworks display at 9 PM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bring your friends and family for a day of fun and excitement!   Date: July 4th Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Location: USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park   Live music performances by: Symone French & The Trouille Troupe | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Get Sideways | 7:45 PM- 9:00 PM   FIREWORKS BEGIN AT 9 PM SHARP!   Parking is available for $5 for cars and $30 for RVs, CASH ONLY.   By attending this event, you agree to be photographed. Please bring your own chairs. No glass bottles or weapons allowed.   Are you a Food Vendor, Market Vendor, or Non-Profit Vendor looking for booth opportunities at this event? Find out more information by CLICKING HERE! If you need more information, please get in touch with MPRDEvents@cityofmobile.org.

Join us for a family friendly movie night! Free Popcorn and Snowcones Movie starts at 7pm! July 5th, Lego Movie July 12, Flushed Away July 19, Kung Fu Panda

Join us for an evening adventure into some of the secluded reaches of the lower Delta as we look for alligators and other nocturnal Delta wildlife. Prices $15 Adults Ages 13+ $10 Kids Ages 6-12 Free Small Child Ages 5 and under

Visit any time from 1 - 5 p.m. and enjoy free admission into the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Conde.

Visit any time from 1:00 pm - 5:00pm and enjoy free admission into the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Conde! Also on Free Sunday: Colonial Fort Condé presents The Capture of Captain James Willing! Join us for this free 1-hour event in the Fort Courtyard at 2:00pm. In celebration of Independence Day, we invite guests to partake in a unique historical reenactment about Mobile during the Revolutionary War. Learn about how one man put his life on the line to try to bring the American cause to the people of British-occupied Mobile. Admission is free!

Gulf State Park’s annual Shark Week 2024 is here! Join us for five days of fun and learn all about the most famous predators of the sea! When: July 8th - 12thTime: Monday 3pm - 7pmTuesday-Friday 10am - 2pmWhere: Lake Shelby Visitor Center (20110 AL-135, Gulf Shores, AL)Daily wristbands are $3/personParking is free. Each day we’ll have a sting ray touch tank from Marine Resources, ADCNR, crafts, a selfie station, and more! MSU will be covering exciting topics related to sharks and rays and doing a dissection each day! Please visit the link below if you would like to register for your wrist band in advance. print your registration confirmation OR save it to your phone to show the attendant at the entrance.https://reserve.alapark.com/register/shark-week

Family Movie Monday every Monday in July at 2pm in the Library Community Room! 7/1 - Disney's Wish7/8 - Trolls: Band Together7/15 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem7/22 - Minions: The Rise of Gru7/29 - Clifford the Big Red Dog

Join us for a free petting zoo day at Oscar Johnson Park. Maynard Farms will be bringing animals for all to enjoy. Shaved Ice Paradise will be on site selling sno cones!

Join us for 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐔𝐌  every Thursday night, 6 - 8 PM for special extended hours & free Admission! The Daphne History Museum is located at 405 Dryer Avenue.For additional information, call the Museum at 251-620-2600

It’s time to tropic like it’s hot at Under the Sea!! Get ready to cool off in the water slide and water bouncy. Show off your skills on the surfboard simulator or have your face painted to go along with the theme. Event Schedule Kids’ Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm Bubble Truck: 6:30-8:30 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Cost FREE admission + parking; face painting, $10 Other Don’t forget a swimsuit + towel for the water activities!

Pirate & PrincessWORLD FAMOUS ADVENTURE SHOW WITH BREAKFASTEnjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast dance party at The Hangout’s World-Famous Pirates and Princesses Live Adventure Show. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast includes a platter of Biscuits & Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, & Breakfast Potatoes. For an additional charge, there will be daily specials for French toast, pancakes, fruit plates, and of course, Bloody Marys and Mimosas for the adults! The price for the All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast is:$19.99 for Adults,$8.99 for Children 6-12,& Free for Children five & under. Reservations are free, and a credit card is required to hold your reservation. You will not be charged unless you cancel without notice 48 hours in advance. Please see the complete FAQ for details at TheHangout.com

It's back! Join us for a story time each Thursday at 11:30 am in our children's section, beginning July 11th. Free event, no registration required. And join in the month-long Where's Waldo scavenger hunt while you're downtown!

LoDa ArtWalk Celebrates Sharks & National Tattoo Day! We are pleased to announce that this upcoming event will shine a spotlight on the talented creatives in our community, featuring visual artists, musical performers, and local restaurants. In addition to the tattoo-themed festivities, we encourage everyone to demonstrate their support for local artists, arts organizations, and downtown businesses at this delightful and family-friendly gathering. Date: Friday, July 12th! Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Location: Downtown Mobile   Do you have a tattoo you're proud of? Excellent! We are pleased to announce a Tattoo Competition with Six Categories! - Best Sleeve (Arm/Leg) - Best Lettering - Best Hand/Foot - Best Comic Tattoo - Best Realistic Tattoo - Most Creative Design One winner per category! Sign up on the event day from 6:00 PM-6:30 PM on Dauphin St near POST between N Warren St and S Warren St or pre-register, click HERE. Kid's Zone location: N Claiborne St. between St. Francis and Dauphin St. Enjoy shark-themed crafts, photo ops with Baby Shark, free temporary tattoos, and more!   To become a Non-Profit, register HERE. To become an Arts & Crafts vendor and participate in the Performance Zone, please get in touch with Ms. Sydney Cramer, scramer@mobilearts.org, at the Mobile Arts Council or click HERE. Follow us on social media FB @CITYOFMOBILEEVENTS @LODAARTWALK If you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us at MPRDEvents@cityofmobile.org.

𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙮 12𝙩𝙝, 5:00-7:30𝙥, bring your crew and join us as we celebrate 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙨 & 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 with live music by the 𝙎𝙢𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙮 𝙊𝙩𝙞𝙨 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙙, food by 𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣' 𝙀𝙖𝙩𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙘𝙠, and 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙯𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙯𝙖 fun with 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘧𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰𝘴𝘴  All happening at Meyer Park on Friday, July 12th It's going to be an epic night of epic proportions pitching a 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙨 & 𝙍𝙚𝙘 𝙋𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙯𝙖 For more information please call, 251-968-4420, or mmahtani@gulfshoresal.gov

Festival OverviewDates: July 12th - July 14th, 2024Location: Downtown Mobile (3 Stage Areas)Genres: Indie, Country, Bluegrass, Rock, Alternative, Gospel, Soul, Funk, Jazz, Brass Band, Blues, R&B, Hip-HopTicket Price: FREE Show Times:Friday, July 12: Starting at 5 PMSaturday, July 13: Starting at 5 PMSunday, July 14: Starting at 3 PM Event Locations and Features:1. The Main Stage at Cathedral Square:Address: 300 Conti Street, Mobile, AL40+ Live performances over 3 daysKids Zone, vendors, DJs, and food trucks 2. The MOB Experience at The Temple:Address: 351 St Frances Street, Mobile, ALArtist performances, Podcast Interviews, a bar, DJs, and a photo 360 boothExtended Hours: Until 1 AM on Friday & Saturday, until 10 PM on Sunday 3. Contemporary Arts Center:Address: 301 Conti Street, Mobile, ALOpen for free tours of the exhibits

Bring a picnic lunch and join the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Condé for these fun summer activities and workshops designed for families! These programs are free for Museum Members. For non-members, the programs are included in the cost of regular admission tickets to the History Museum and Colonial Fort Condé. For more information about regular admission prices, visit https://www.historymuseumofmobile.com/visit-us/ A family membership ($95/year) includes two adults and all children in the household under 18. Not only will a membership allow you to have access to all six summer pop-in programs for free, you'll also get free admission for a year, 15% off in our gift shop, invitations to exclusive members-only opening receptions for all special exhibitions, and invitations to our annual Mardi Gras Members Watch Party! To purchase a membership online, visit https://www.historymuseumofmobile.com/membership/ or visit our reception desk at the museum. Activities may have a limited number of participants and admission will be available on a first come first served basis. Parents/guardians must remain on site during the program. Families are welcome to eat lunch in the History Museum classroom at the conclusion of the program or in the courtyard at the Fort before the program starts. See schedule below for times, locations, and details! MARDI GRAS MASK WORKSHOP | Friday, June 14 | 10am—12pm | Location: History Museum of Mobile Classroom | Join a museum educator for a short, guided tour of the museum’s Mardi Gras exhibit to learn about the history of Mardi Gras in Mobile, and then make your very own Mardi Gras Mask in the museum classroom. For ages 5 and up. MAKE BUTTER THE COLONIAL WAY | Saturday, June 29 | 1pm—3pm | Location: Colonial Fort Condé | Stop by the Fort courtyard anytime between 1pm and 3pm to learn about the types of foods eaten during colonial times and then try making butter using an authentic colonial era butter churn and tools. For ages Pre-K and up. MUMMIFICATION WORKSHOP | Friday, July 12 | 10am—12pm | Location: History Museum of Mobile Classroom | Learn about ancient beliefs about the afterlife and the ancient Egyptian art of mummification. Participants will then use a similar process to mummify an 11-inch doll provided by the museum. Space in this workshop is limited to 30 kids. For ages 7 and up. QUILL PEN WRITING | Saturday, July 20 | 1pm—3pm | Location: Colonial Fort Condé | Stop by the Fort anytime between 1pm and 3pm to see a demonstration of how people wrote during the colonial era. Then learn to make your own quill pen from a large goose feather and practice writing with it. For ages 5 (with parent or guardian help) and up. MARBLED PAPER WORKSHOP | Friday, July 26 | 10am—12pm | Location: History Museum of Mobile Classroom | Until modern times beautiful, marbled paper was often used for the endpapers of books. Learn about the history of the decorative art of marbled paper and how it is made, and then try your hand at making your own marbled paper. Warning: Making marbled paper is addictive! For ages 7 and up. COLONIAL TOYS & GAMES | Saturday, August 3 | 1pm—3pm | Location: Colonial Fort Condé | Stop by the fort courtyard anytime between 1 pm and 3pm to learn about colonial era toys, tabletop games, and lawn games, then make your own whirligig toy. For ages 5 (with parent or guardian help) and up.

Join us every second Friday from May to October, and back again in December from 6-9 pm for skate night! The skate rink entrance is located at the corner of Conception & Dauphin Street. DJ Geaux will be live for all seven events! May, July, October & December will have free skate rentals for the first 50 people. Includes roller skates, socks, and safety gear. *Roller skates or roller blades only. No Skateboards, bicycles, scooters, or hoverboards. Monthly Themes: May 10th: Cartoon & Comic June 14th: Meme July 12th: Tourist August 9th: 90’s September 13th: Movies October 11th: Halloween December 13th: Christmas For more information, please contact us by calling 251-208-1550 or emailing MPRDEvents@cityofmobile.org.