• 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival

    101 Gulf Shores Pkwy

     It'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.

    Free
  • AARC Fall Festival

    American Autism and Rehabilitation Center Daphne, Alabama

    AARC 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!

    Free
  • Spooky Express

    Graham Creek Nature Preserve

    Bring 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!)

    $5
  • Pirates of the Cursed Forest

    Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US 98, Elberta, Alabama

    THE 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

    $10
  • Olde Time Days

    Bicentennial Park

    UPDATE! 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!

    Free
  • Fall Brawl Festival

    2700 Newman Road - Mobile, Al

    MARK 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!!

  • Creepy Crawlers at the ESC

    Environmental Studies Center

    Join 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

    $3
  • First Fairhope’s Fall Festival

    Street's Hwy 98, Fairhope, Alabama

    Need 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.

  • Trail Ride Turn Up

    Langan Park

    TRAIL 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.

  • Greek Fest Mobile

    50 S. An Street, Mobile, Al

    The 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.

  • Haunted Trail on Freaky Creek

    Eslava Creek Resort 1363 East Riviera Dr, Mobile, AL, United States

    Come 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

  • Primal Fear at OWA

    OWA Parks & Resort

    This 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

  • Pirates of the Cursed Forest

    Baldwin County Heritage Museum 25521 US 98, Elberta, Alabama

    THE 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

    $10
  • LODA ArtWalk Celebrates Halloween

    Downtown Mobile

    This 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.

  • Spooky Express

    Graham Creek Nature Preserve

    Bring 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!)

    $5
  • South Bay Nightmare Haunted House

    7385 Highway 188 - Coden, Alabama

    Located at the southern tip of Mobile County, South Bay Nightmare has been delivering scares for 7 years. Entirely volunteer-run, our haunted house is a labor of love, created to give back to the community. Every eerie room—from creepy dolls to ghostly apparitions—is designed to thrill and terrify, all while supporting outreach missions and events at the Coastal Response Center.

  • Haunted Hangout

    Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

    Spooky season is calling! Join the Breakthrough Teens for a Teen Halloween Party at the Exploreum Science Center. Grab your friends, dress up as your favorite Halloween character and get ready for a night of food, fun, and frights.

  • Haunted Hangout | Teen Halloween Party

    Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

    Haunted Hangout | Teen Halloween Party | FREE It's spooky season! Breakthrough Teens is throwing a Haunted Hangout, and you're invited! Grab your friends, put together your favorite Halloween costume and join us for a night of Halloween fun at the Exploreum Science Center. Come dressed as your favorite Halloween character and get ready for an evening of fun, frights and plenty of spooky vibes. Event DetailsFriday, October 167:30 to 9:30 p.m.Registration required LocationExploreum Science Center65 Government St.Mobile, AL

  • Game Day on The Green at Portside

    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, October 17: Florida vs Texas @ 11 am Alabama vs Tennessee @ 2:30 pm Notre Dame vs BYU @ 6:30 pm *schedule of games is subject to change

  • Frunk or Treat

    Porsche Mobile- 1533 E. I-65 Road South

    FRUNK or TREAT at Porsche Mobile! Who needs a trunk when you have a frunk? We’re putting a Porsche twist on Halloween—and you’re invited! Bring the kids, gather your family and friends, and stop by for candy and a little showroom fun. From the youngest trick-or-treaters to lifelong Porsche enthusiasts, everyone is welcome! Make us a sweet stop on your Saturday