The City of Mobile Parks and Recreation Department March Mystery Pop-Up Event is hosting a car show. With a stunning collection of cars, music, shopping, bounce houses, face painters, and much more, you don't want to miss this free, family-friendly event! Date: March 9th Time: 1 pm-4 pm Location: James Seals Community Center   Car Show Participants Information: This is your opportunity to enter and show off your ride for a chance to win a prize! We will have several categories for you to choose from: Best In Show, Most Unique, Best Vintage, Best Truck, Best Modified, Best Race Car, Best Hot Rod, Most Creative, Best Paint, Best Exotic, Best Convertible, Most Original Car, Best Mustang, Best Camaro, Best GTR, Best Porsche, Best Chevy, Best Ford, Best Corvette, Best Mopar, and Best Jeep. Day Of Details: - Check-in will be from 1:00-2:00 pm - Judging will begin at 2:30 pm - Prizes will be awarded at 3:00 pm Register today, HERE! For more information, contact MPRDEvents@cityofmobile.org.

The Royal Hanneford Circus is proud to present our all new show UNDER THE BIG TOP at the Grounds Fairgrounds. Come along & enjoy an incredible circus performance for the whole family!  March 1st -10th Fri March 1 | 7:00PM Sat March 2 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 3 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Mon March 4 | 7:00 PM Tues March 5 | 7:00 PM Wed March 6 | 7:00 PM Thu March 7 | 7:00 PM Fri March 8 | 7:00 PM Sat March 9 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 10 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM  Under the Big Top! - The Grounds Fairgrounds 1035 Cody Rd N, Mobile, AL 36608  We promise to bring smiles and laughter to each and every audience with our wide variety of high-end acts and talents from all over the world. TICKETS ON SALE NOW | RoyalHannefordCircus.com/

We are a community of artists, creators, makers, and growers from the Gulf Coast area. Since 2021, we have been sharing our unique designs, hard work, and passions with the community at the beautiful South Park of Fairhope Pier

About the 2024 Festival of Flowers The award-winning Festival of Flowers will celebrate its 31st year in downtown Mobile’s Cathedral Square by proudly showcasing horticultural displays created by the Mobile area’s best teams of florists, nurseries, landscapers, designers, and artists. They will compete for bragging rights for the Festival of Flowers People's Choice Award. Enjoy live music, outdoor seminars, and select vendors that are in keeping with the Festival of Flowers tradition. Special events include ArtWalk and a Saturday morning Exotic Car Show. Let's have fun, give back to our healthcare community, celebrate the Mobile area, and watch as our most creative show off their talents! Produced by the Providence Foundation, the 2024 Festival of Flowers will inspire and nurture the gardener in all of us while raising funds to purchase advanced medical equipment for USA Health Providence Hospital. Recognized in 2021 and 2023 as Alabama Magazine’s “Best of Bama Charity Event,” the Festival of Flowers continues the tradition of delighting and educating visitors of all ages. Come celebrate with us! Schedule of Events Show Hours Friday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday March 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival of Flowers Gala* Thursday, March 7, 7 to 10 p.m. Cathedral Café Sponsored by CB Flock Research Corporation Friday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ArtWalk Friday, March 8, 6 to 9 p.m. Exotic Car Show Saturday, March 9, 9 to 11 a.m. Buds and Brews* Saturday, March 9, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Welcome All Wags Sunday, March 10, 3 to 5 p.m. *Ticketed events Learn more at usahealthsystem.com/festival-of-flowers

Grab your kites and come out to the East End Beach on March 10 for Kite Fest! Awards and prizes will be given to the highest flying kite, longest kite in flight, biggest kite, most unique, best homemade kite and a special Mayor’s choice award! Kite competitions start at Noon. However, come early because Emerald Coast Kite Flyers Club will be filling the sky with some unique & acrobatic kites! The Miss Dauphin Island young ladies will be on site to help you tye-dye your own T-shirt ($20 minimum donation) and Matt Erdman will be performing live! Shaved Ice Paradise & La Taqueria Tacos will be on site selling some delicious food & desserts.    

The Royal Hanneford Circus is proud to present our all new show UNDER THE BIG TOP at the Grounds Fairgrounds. Come along & enjoy an incredible circus performance for the whole family!  March 1st -10th Fri March 1 | 7:00PM Sat March 2 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 3 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Mon March 4 | 7:00 PM Tues March 5 | 7:00 PM Wed March 6 | 7:00 PM Thu March 7 | 7:00 PM Fri March 8 | 7:00 PM Sat March 9 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 10 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM  Under the Big Top! - The Grounds Fairgrounds 1035 Cody Rd N, Mobile, AL 36608  We promise to bring smiles and laughter to each and every audience with our wide variety of high-end acts and talents from all over the world. TICKETS ON SALE NOW | RoyalHannefordCircus.com/

You are invited to our brand new studio in Daphne for a fun Sunday afternoon tea that will include a short performance by Mobile Ballet dancers, storytime, raffle drawing, photo opps & more! Show options Attendees will get to interact with Mobile Ballet Company members who will be dancing in the upcoming Sleeping Beauty ballet production, see a short performance from the show, get to hear the story of Sleeping Beauty read aloud, enjoy fun themed snacks and activities, and play dress up with costume props for photo ops! Parents can participate along with their little ones, as well as try their luck at the raffle drawing for several must-have items! Children of all ages (3+) are welcome and will enjoy the event -- boys and girls! Tea Party attire, costumes and tutus welcome! Seating is limited! TICKETS $35 - children 12 and under $25 -13 years old and up (Call to purchase table of 10 at $275 - 251-342-2241)

Join us for a special Sunday Sunset Concert Series Kickoff on March 10th, 2024 at Bayfront Park! We are honored to host the first concert of the season as a tribute to the late Catt Sirten, who brought so much joy to our community through his passion for music and community events. Bring your chairs, blankets, and friends to enjoy the soulful tunes of Mobile Big Band Society as we celebrate Catt's legacy and the spirit of music that unites us all! Date : March 10th Time : 5:30PM - 7:00PM Location : Bayfront Park

Family Board Game Nights Bring the family or bring your friends (or bring both!) to SFPL on Tuesday evenings! Pull up a chair and enjoy playing one of the many board and card games we have available for use. We can't wait to see you at the library!

Little Explorers Sensory Play & Learn with Ms. Surani. Come explore sensory play through a new program for toddlers through preschool. Best for ages 3 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For questions please email librarian@cityofspanishfort.com Space is limited. Each individual child must be registered to participate.

K-6 Educator Appreciation STEM Evening at Bellingrath Gardens & Home! K-6 Educators can join us on March 14, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, for an unforgettable K-6 Educator Appreciation STEM Evening! Here's your chance to mingle with fellow educators, experience hands-on STEM activities, and explore the enchanting beauty of Bellingrath. For more information and to register no later than 1 week prior to the event, go to https://bellingrath.org/event/stem-evening/ . For additional information, email education@bellingrath.org

Join Meaher State Park's Naturalist for a fun nature based craft! We will be painting various shells that can be found locally, which you can then take home or leave with the park as a decoration!   Meet at Pavilion 3   Free for overnight guests, veterans, and children under 12 $3 park entry fee for anyone else 12 and up

The 52nd ANNUAL OUTDOOR ART SHOW presented by the Eastern Shore Art Center is Friday, March 15th through Sunday, March 17th, 10am-5pm each day. FREE admission for visitors! The festival takes place in front of the Eastern Shore Art Center along Oak Street and Section Street up to Magnolia Avenue with over 95 artist booths, live demos, music and more! For more information on shuttles, parking and more, visit us online at: https://esartcenter.org

A family friendly event where anyone can touch and ask questions about a variety of trucks and construction equipment. This event supports Rapahope and Adoption Rocks! Events starts at 10:00 a.m.

Time & Location Mar 16, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Charming Teacup , 8874 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532, USA Details: You don't want to miss this special afternoon tea at Charming Teacup as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day!  Grab your favorite girlfriends and little ladies and join us for our “Over the Rainbow" afternoon tea on Saturday, March 16th @ 11AM. Ladies of all ages will LOVE it! This includes a full afternoon tea with scones, tea sandwiches, and delectable rainbow themed desserts! Served on our beautiful three-tiers and fine china, you will be waited on hand and foot by our English nippies - you won't have to lift a finger! It's more than afternoon tea! It's a truly unforgettable experience! Each event is scheduled for an hour and a half. Very limited space, so reserve now! You will be charged a $25 non-refundable deposit to confirm your reservation.

Family Board Game Nights Bring the family or bring your friends (or bring both!) to SFPL on Tuesday evenings! Pull up a chair and enjoy playing one of the many board and card games we have available for use. We can't wait to see you at the library!

Little Explorers Sensory Play & Learn with Ms. Surani. Come explore sensory play through a new program for toddlers through preschool. Best for ages 3 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For questions please email librarian@cityofspanishfort.com Space is limited. Each individual child must be registered to participate.