Lawn & Leisure Expo – OWA

OWA Parks & Resort

Spring is in the air, and Lawn & Leisure at Downtown OWA is your go-to event for outdoor living and recreation! On March 29th and 30th, explore a variety of local vendors showcasing the best in landscaping, gardening, camping, and more. Whether you’re looking to refresh your backyard, discover the latest in outdoor gear, or get inspired by the season ahead, this expo has something for everyone! Support local businesses, discover new ways to elevate your space, and kick spring off in style at Lawn & Leisure at Downtown OWA! Apply to be a vendor today! Schedule of Events Saturday, March 29th 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Vendor Expo throughout Downtown OWA, OWA Island, and the Festival Grounds 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Kids activities throughout Downtown OWA 11:30 am – 12:15 pm, 12:45 – 1:30 pm: Grilling and Gardening demos on the Island Stage 3:30 – 5:00 pm: Live music on the Island Stage Sunday, March 30th 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Vendor Expo throughout Downtown OWA, OWA Island, and the Festival Grounds 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Kids activities throughout Downtown OWA 11:30 am – 12:30 pm, 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Demos on the Island Stage 2:00 – 3:30 pm: Live music on the Island Stage

March 2025 Elberta German Sausage Festival

Elberta Town Park

The March 2025 Elberta German Sausage Festival will be held on March 29, 2025 at 8AM at the Elberta Town Park. All proceeds benefit the Elberta Volunteer Fire Department and other local non-profit organizations. We will have around 200 arts and crafts vendors, food, live music throughout the day, and so much more. Admission is FREE. We accept cash or debit/credit. We look forward to seeing you!

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Bubbles & Brunch 0.5k 2025

Blue Gill Restaurant

About the Event Join us on March 29, 2025, at Bluegill for a morning of bubbles, brunch, and making a BIG impact! Get ready for the most fun (and shortest) race of your life! The Bubbles & Brunch 0.5K is a family-friendly event where participants of all ages will dash, stroll, or dance their way through a bubbly 0.5K course—just half a kilometer! Along the way, racers will be showered in clouds of floating bubbles, making for a magical and laughter-filled experience. But the fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! After your “grueling” race, celebrate with a brunch party, featuring delicious food, refreshing champagne and other drinks (for those 21+), and plenty of entertainment for the whole family. Whether you’re racing in costume, pushing a stroller, or just coming for the bubbles and brunch, this event is all about having fun while supporting a great cause. Join us for a morning of bubbles, brunch, and big impact—because giving back has never been this fun! What You Get: ✅ Brunch & two drink tickets (for 21+) ✅ Live music & family-friendly fun ✅ A race bib & bragging rights for completing the toughest 0.5K ever! Pricing: 🎟 $30 for ages 21+ (includes brunch & two drink tickets) 🎟 $15 for ages 11-20 🎟 $10 for ages 4-10 🎟 Free for ages 3 and under *prices increase by $10 day of Together, we can create life-changing mentoring opportunities for kids in our community. Every step (all 984 of them!) helps us make a difference. See you at the start line (and the brunch table)! 🎉 Don’t Miss Out – Sign Up Now!

Touch a Truck 2025

The Grounds

Bring the kids out to let them explore and learn all about their favorite type of truck!

Princess and the Frog- Mobile Ballet

Saenger Theatre

Mobile Ballet is excited to be bringing THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG back to the Saenger stage on March 29 & 30! Guest artists KAYLIN WILSON and KRIS NOBLES will perform along with the Mobile Ballet Company, with SYMONE FRENCH singing live! Katia Garza’s unique adaptation of The Princess and the Frog is created just for Mobile, with breathtaking choreography and visuals. The story follows a hardworking young waitress named Tiana who is an aspiring chef and dreams of opening her own restaurant. Her dream takes a little detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into a frog by an evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana, turning her into a frog as well. They adventure through Mobile Bay seeking help to break the spell, finding new friends along the way. Bring your family and friends and experience this beloved tale brought to life, with dance, music, and song coming together for a magical performance! Venue:Saenger Theatre, Mobile Performances:Saturday, March 29 at 7:00pmSunday, March 30 at 2:00pm Tickets:$25 - $69Discounts available for Child/Student/65+/MilitaryGroup rates available for groups of 10 or more (call for info) Visit www.MobileBallet.org to purchase tickets (Mobile Ballet tickets are not sold through the Saenger box office)

Brandon Styles Variety Show

OWA Parks & Resort

A 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!

Princess and the Frog- Mobile Ballet

Saenger Theatre

Mobile Ballet is excited to be bringing THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG back to the Saenger stage on March 29 & 30! Guest artists KAYLIN WILSON and KRIS NOBLES will perform along with the Mobile Ballet Company, with SYMONE FRENCH singing live! Katia Garza’s unique adaptation of The Princess and the Frog is created just for Mobile, with breathtaking choreography and visuals. The story follows a hardworking young waitress named Tiana who is an aspiring chef and dreams of opening her own restaurant. Her dream takes a little detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into a frog by an evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana, turning her into a frog as well. They adventure through Mobile Bay seeking help to break the spell, finding new friends along the way. Bring your family and friends and experience this beloved tale brought to life, with dance, music, and song coming together for a magical performance! Venue:Saenger Theatre, Mobile Performances:Saturday, March 29 at 7:00pmSunday, March 30 at 2:00pm Tickets:$25 - $69Discounts available for Child/Student/65+/MilitaryGroup rates available for groups of 10 or more (call for info) Visit www.MobileBallet.org to purchase tickets (Mobile Ballet tickets are not sold through the Saenger box office)

Fair Food Week

318 Azalea Road - Mobile, Alabama

Week-long event featuring amazing fair foods, great vibes, happy times, 30 merch vendors, and music & games on Saturday.

Food Truck Friday in Semmes

4100 Wulff Rd East - Semmes

Join us for a variety of great Food Trucks in the park on Fridays! Follow the events for updates on the trucks coming, their menus, and any entertainment we may have. Inflatable fun is sponsored by South Alabama Inflatables.

Boat Show on the Bay

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Get ready for an exciting weekend at Boat Show on the Bay from April 4-6, 2025, at the USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile, AL! This family-friendly event features live music, over 100 vendors, food trucks, and boats of all kinds. Bring the whole family—pets are welcome too, and coolers are allowed (no glass).

Reenactment of the Battle of Fort Blakeley

Blakeley State Park

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Price: $10 adults, $5 kids ages 6-12, kids under 6 free. Veterans $5. Pay at gate   (Tickets for cruises include general admission to the reenactment) The Spanish Fort Masonic Lodge will be on site with pulled pork sandwiches, chips, and drinks throughout the day.

2025 Spring Fling

Baldwin County Coliseum

The 2025 Spring Fling, held at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale, Alabama, will host 100+ vendors from all around the south! Shop with crafters, bakers, boutiques, direct sales, and many unique vendors to help you find the perfect gift for someone special. Be sure to grab some food from our food vendors at the outside portion of our market. We also give complimentary shopping bags to our first 100 customers!Baldwin County Boss Babes love to give back to our community. We are requesting a door donation for entry to benefit the South Baldwin Scouting Association

Freedom House Car Show

14440 Tanner Williams Road

Bring your ride and join us for an awesome day! This is a family friendly event. All vehicle types are welcome!Door prizesFoodSilent auction50/50 Split the PotGames and more!  

Abba Shrine Antique & Craft Show

Abba Shrine

Saturday show time 9-5Sunday show time 10-4Snack bar availableFor Vendor info please contact Elsie Davis 251-895-3821 Admission $4, with credit card $5

18th Annual Wilmer Hall Pancake Breakfast

Wilmer Hall

Join us on the front lawn of Wilmer Hall (3811 Old Shell Rd.) on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 7 - 10 AM for pancakes, music by the Excelsior Band, appearances by USA Cheerleaders and Football Players, the Easter Bunny and MORE! All benefits go to Wilmer Hall. Keep checking back here for further updates!

Steps for Inclusion 5K

OWA Parks & Resort

Support Arc of the Gulf Coast on April 5th and join the 5K walk, roll or fun run at OWA! Proceeds benefit the special needs community, raising funds for important programs like Community Engagement, Summer Camps, Employment Services, Residential Housing and more. Bring your family and friends for this day of fun, fresh air and community support! Register early online to receive a FREE t-shirt!

Breakfast With the Easter Bunny

Bellingrath Gardens & Home

Join us for “Bellingrath’s Breakfast with the Easter Bunny” on Saturday, April 5! This fun family event will be held in the café with two seating times: 8:30-9:30 AM and 10:00-11:00 AM. Enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs, fruit, and OJ or coffee for just $10.95 per person (children and adults). The Easter Bunny will be there for photos, making it a memorable experience for everyone! *Please note, admission to the Gardens is separate.