Events
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Old Timey Fall Festival
Tanner Williams UMC Pumpkin PatchCarnival games, cake walk, face painting, hay rides, sack races, corn hole, and more! Come out to this free community event and celebrate the fall season!
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Christ United Pumpkin Patch Opening
Christ UnitedPumpkin Patch Opening Day Sunday, October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us Opening Day at the Patch! There will be plenty of pumpkins and mums to purchase pumpkins, and great opportunities for family photos. Kids can play in the hay maze, and corn sandbox.
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Free First Sunday
History Museum of Mobile | Colonial Fort Conde | Phoenix Fire MuseumDiscover Mobile’s history with FREE ADMISSION to three historic sites on Sunday, October 4, from 1–5 p.m.! Spend the afternoon exploring the History Museum of Mobile, Colonial Fort Condé, and Phoenix Fire Museum—each offering a unique glimpse into the people, stories, and traditions that have shaped our city. At the History Museum of Mobile, meet the Oakleigh Belles and experience Mobile’s past through engaging living history demonstrations and conversations with these interpreters. Step inside Colonial Fort Condé and explore Mobile’s colonial past. Discover the fort’s unique history and architecture while learning what life was like in Mobile during the city’s earliest years. At the Phoenix Fire Museum, explore Mobile’s firefighting heritage and enjoy special architectural tours offered throughout the afternoon. Whether you’re interested in living history, architecture, firefighting, or fascinating stories from Mobile’s past, there’s something for everyone to discover. Make a day of it and explore three of Mobile’s historic treasures—all with FREE ADMISSION!
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Delta Discovery Tour from the AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers
AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five RiversThese 90-minute excursions into the wild and scenic Mobile-Tensaw Delta--known as the "American Amazon,"--introduce visitors and residents alike to a truly astounding natural habitat. Cruises depart from the Bartram Landing at the AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers. Price: $22/adults and $15/kids ages 6-12
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Abba Shrine Trunk of Treat Indoor Event
Abba ShrineFree to the CommunityIndoor EventFree HotdogsFun and games for the kids
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53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival
101 Gulf Shores PkwyIt's food, it's art, it's music, it's Alabama's ORIGINAL beach party. All are invited to the 53rd edition of the Annual National Shrimp Festival. What started as a celebration of the local seafood industry has grown into a four day vacation destination. Since 1971 our festival has been FREE to attend, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Come out and join over 100,000 of your closest friends to see over 300+ food & art vendors along with two stages showcasing local & national entertainment acts.
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AARC Fall Festival
American Autism and Rehabilitation Center Daphne, AlabamaAARC FALL FESTIVAL 2026 Join us for an evening of fall fun at the American Autism & Rehabilitation Center’s Annual Fall Festival! Friday, October 9, 2026 4:00–6:00 PM American Autism & Rehabilitation Center | Daphne, AL Our Fall Festival is a fun, family-friendly community event created with children and individuals with special needs and their families in mind. We’re busy planning an amazing evening filled with activities, entertainment, community partners, food, and plenty of fall fun! Games & activities Fall-themed fun Touch-a-Truck Entertainment Food & treats Community resources And more surprises to come!
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Spooky Express
Graham Creek Nature PreserveBring the whole family out for our Spooky Express—a cozy, scare-free golf cart ride through our glowing Halloween light display! It’s the perfect festive evening for little ones (and anyone who prefers sweet over scary).Dates: October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Graham Creek PavilionAddress: 23460 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley ALCost: $5 per person; kids 2 & under are free. (Cash only, please!)
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Pirates of the Cursed Forest
Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US 98, Elberta, AlabamaTHE FOREST IS FULL OF SECRETS… Another character has emerged from the darkness. You may hear them before you see them. You may see them before they see you. And once they notice you… It’s already too late. $10 per person October 2–3, 9–10 & 16–17 Wagon Trail: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Family Friendly) Haunted Forest: 7:00 PM–9:00 PM Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US-98 Elberta, AL 36530
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Olde Time Days
Bicentennial ParkUPDATE! This event has been rescheduled to October 10, 2026!! Mark your calendars – Olde Time Days returns on October 3, 2026, at Bicentennial Park in Stockton! We appreciate Baldwin County Archives & History for their hard work in hosting this annual community favorite! Thank you to them and the generous sponsors and volunteers that contribute to this fun-filled day for families and visitors. Demos: Plowing, buzz sawing, peanut threshing, corn picking, grist mill, and more! Live music: The Chestangs, Unknown Bluegrass, and more! Activities: Vendors, hay and train rides, carriage rides, face painting, balloon art, carnival games, kids rides, petting zoo, and more!
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Fall Brawl Festival
2700 Newman Road - Mobile, AlMARK your calendars, if you’re looking for a festival for October here it is! Bring the family for some fun and you can even come grab some Christmas gifts for the holidays and shop our small local business. Support the community and have fun while doing it!! We can’t wait to see you there!!
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Creepy Crawlers at the ESC
Environmental Studies CenterJoin the Environmental Studies Center and and REACH for a Saturday of fun with some amazing, creepy, crawling critters!Children (and adults) in costume get a special treat!Admission: $3 per person – children 2 and under are freeSaturday, October 10th from 10 am until 2 pm
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First Fairhope’s Fall Festival
Street's Hwy 98, Fairhope, AlabamaNeed a pumpkin? Want to have a fun time with your family? Come join us for a great fundraiser!! Buy a pumpkin and help fund someone share their faith with someone. This fundraiser is for Missions.
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Trail Ride Turn Up
Langan ParkTRAIL RIDE TURN UP Breakthrough Teens is bringing the fall fun to Langan Park! Join us for an evening of live music, food trucks, vendors and line dancing. Grab your friends and come enjoy the night with us. Registration encouraged but not required.
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Greek Fest Mobile
50 S. An Street, Mobile, AlThe Mobile Greek Community first hosted Greek Night in 1962 and from there our current Festival has grown. We are happy this year to be all together at our cashless Festival - OLI MAZI! Come and join us on October 15-17 (Thursday, Friday, & Saturday) from 11am - 9pm. Take Away at CURB-SIDE SERVICE from 10am - 7pm.
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Haunted Trail on Freaky Creek
Eslava Creek Resort 1363 East Riviera Dr, Mobile, AL, United StatesCome to Eslava Creek Resort to experience the Haunted Trail and Freaky Creek!! Guided tours for the following dates: October 15th-18th October 22nd-25th Trail opens from 6pm to 10pm each night! Adults- $20 suggested donation and Kids- $10 Kids only allowed before 8pm. Eslava Creek Resort
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Primal Fear at OWA
OWA Parks & ResortThis Halloween season, step into Primal Fear, OWA’s most terrifying immersive attraction, where your deepest fears become your reality. Open select nights September 25–26 and October 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, and 19–31, 2026, Primal Fear takes guests on a psychological journey through a maze designed to awaken humanity’s most instinctive fears. From claustrophobic passageways and unsettling distortions to the chilling sensation of being watched or hunted, every room is crafted to keep you questioning what waits around the next corner. As the darkness closes in, you’ll quickly discover that the greatest terror isn’t what you can see—it’s what your mind creates. Every sound, shadow, and unexpected encounter is designed to blur the line between imagination and reality, delivering an experience that lingers long after you’ve escaped 6p-12a
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Pirates of the Cursed Forest
Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US 98, Elberta, AlabamaTHE FOREST IS FULL OF SECRETS… Another character has emerged from the darkness. You may hear them before you see them. You may see them before they see you. And once they notice you… It’s already too late. $10 per person October 2–3, 9–10 & 16–17 Wagon Trail: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Family Friendly) Haunted Forest: 7:00 PM–9:00 PM Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US-98 Elberta, AL 36530
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LODA ArtWalk Celebrates Halloween
Downtown MobileThis October, celebrate Halloween with a frightfully fun evening of creativity, community, and fun in the heart of Downtown Mobile! Show off your costume and enjoy live performances, shop local artists and makers along Dauphin Street, and explore unique vendors, food trucks, and interactive experiences from 6-9 p.m. on October 16, 2026. Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on crafts, face painting, and other activities at the Kids’ Zone. DJ JWalk and Once Upon a Time Friends will also be in Cathedral Square. 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.
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Spooky Express
Graham Creek Nature PreserveBring the whole family out for our Spooky Express—a cozy, scare-free golf cart ride through our glowing Halloween light display! It’s the perfect festive evening for little ones (and anyone who prefers sweet over scary).Dates: October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: Graham Creek PavilionAddress: 23460 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley ALCost: $5 per person; kids 2 & under are free. (Cash only, please!)
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