We’re celebrating the monarch butterfly’s migration with our first-ever Welcome Back Monarchs event!  Join us for a morning of education about monarch migration and native pollinator gardens. Take home a native milkweed plant or seed for your garden at home! Together, we can protect monarch butterflies and essential native plant species.  The event will begin in the Foley Civic Center with a presentation from Carmen Flammini, Alabama Cooperative Extension System Agent. Following the presentation, we’ll migrate to the Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden next door for guided tours and a milkweed plant giveaway. Foley Public Library will host crafts and activities for kids at the Civic Center and outside at the Garden.  Water and snacks will be provided. See you there!  May 9, 2026 9 - 10 a.m. Foley Civic Center 407 E Laurel Ave, Foley, AL Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden 413 E Laurel Ave, Foley, AL

This Saturday, May 9th, from 9am to 3pm, please come join us at the shop for a Family Day at The Blacksmith Experience! Free Admission! RAIN or SHINE!!! (This will be in a covered area) - Knife-making Competition featuring several local knife makers and several former Forged In Fire Contestants! Raffle tickets will be available to enter to win one of the blades being made that day!- Meet the owners of Majestic Forge and have an opportunity to check out a couple of their forges!- Come make something unique with one of our instructors/helpers that will be on hand. For a donation to our non-profit, Forging A Difference, you can make a necklace pendant, split cross, hook, or even a horseshoe knife!- Free lunch being provided by the Sgt Foster L Harrington Detachment, Marine Corps League! Location: 25421 Hwy 181, Daphne, AL 36526Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026Time: 9am to 3pmCost: Free! But we are asking for donations to make one of the projects and to have an opportunity to win one of the knives being made that day!Purpose: To raise money and awareness for the Non-Profit, Forging A Difference. We use blacksmithing and knife-making as a way to serve those who serve.Contact: Jerry Gardner, 251.525.6274

Join us for the 54th annual arts and crafts event, raising funds for local scholarships! This Mother's Day weekend, explore over 80 exhibitors from the southeast region selling original works. Enjoy a free children's activity area and delicious food trucks.

The time is here! Our Mother’s Day Tea Party is officially LIVE, and we are only offering 15 tickets for this special event! Enjoy a magical experience featuring Princess Tiana, Cinderella, and Ariel with one-on-one interaction for a full 90 minutes We’ll be serving petit fours, scones, and of course… tea!  $105 per ticket (includes 1 adult + 1 child) Ticket is secured by payment only I will announce once we are SOLD OUT!  Location: Collective Studio1102 Dauphin St. Venmo: @Taylorludlam We encourage all littles to come dressed as their favorite princess for the full experience 

All ages are welcome for some fun activities... the kids will be able to plant a seed, make a craft, play with sensory bin stations, and pet a couple small goats!

 Vendors of all types are welcome, it's family friendly, welcoming atmosphere and a great opportunity to connect with the community. A wide variety of vendors such as food, clothing, and art. This is a great way to get to know and support your local small businesses, non-profits and artists.

Join us each month for a family friendly and affordable fun craft! Each month the project will change and be an exciting crafting adventure. So, mark your calendars to come to 1260 Dauphin the Second Saturday of each month. No reservations necessary, just come and be ready to create! Also happening is our Second Saturday vendors market. Meet and support local artists, jam and honey makers and so much more!

Join us Saturday, May 9th at 10:30 am in the library community for a special storytime! All ages welcome!

 Exciting News!  Join us in welcoming Tristan Nicaud and his backyard bug buddies on Saturday, May 2, at 1pm!  Tristan is not just your average bug enthusiast – he's a local young entrepreneur with a knack for exploring and documenting the wonders of our world!  As the author of "The Photobook Guide for the Southern Backyard" and its adorable coloring companion, available exclusively at Fantasy Island Toys, Tristan brings a unique perspective to backyard critter identification.  But that's not all – Tristan's passion extends to his YouTube channel, "Tristan Science," where he shares mesmerizing close-up videos of the creatures featured in his books!  By day, Tristan is a Process Engineer at Segers Aerospace Corporation, but his entrepreneurial spirit doesn't stop there. He's also the proud owner of Baldwin Drone Services, specializing in aerial photography for construction projects, real estate ventures, and more across Baldwin County.  When he's not busy with work or buzzing around with his drone, you'll find Tristan soaking in the beauty of Magnolia Springs, kayaking along the Fish River, and capturing the essence of Baldwin County through his photography.  Don't miss your chance to meet Tristan and learn more about his fascinating adventures with backyard bugs! See you there!  This event is free and open to all at 1pm at Fantasy Island Toys.

- Join us for this NEW! "Cookie Fun" Open Jump! - Get ready for an action-packed adventure your kids won’t stop talking about! They’ll jump, bounce, and burn off some energy for a full hour and 10 minutes, all while grooving to their favorite tunes! 🎶 But the fun doesn’t stop there, after all that jumping, they’ll get to indulge in a delicious chocolate chip cookie and refreshing drinks 🍪🥤. Plus, they’ll have time to get creative, coloring awesome drawings and letting their imaginations run wild! 🎨✨ This is the ultimate playdate you don’t want to miss. Book now! and give your kids a day full of fun and memories! 🙌 PRICE: $13.00 + tax per kid All ages welcome! Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time.

oin us on Saturday, May 9, 3-7 p.m., for a Mother's Day Market at Braided River Brewing! Pick up some thoughtful, hand-made gifts for the ladies in your life. Vendors at the taproom will include: Petal & Groove flower bar Birdie & Cricket Bread by Beck So Jam Delicious Candied Cloud Dyes Megan Collier Cosplay Cakes Forever Delicious food truck... and more!

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!

 The perfect Mother's Day Celebration! Celebrate Mother’s Day in Gulf Shores the Hangout way, a full day dedicated to the ones who do it all  Photo ops to capture every memory Special gift just for Mom Hourly fun + Mother’s Day prizes Live entertainment all day Live music with Brent Varner | 5 PM–9 PM Amazing food the whole family will loveBring Mom, bring the crew, and make it a Mother’s Day she’ll never forget! Full of love, laughs, and beachside memories #TheHangout #MothersDay #GulfShoresEvents #FamilyFun #BeachsideMemories

Make a splash with Mom! Join us on Sunday, May 10 for Mother's Day! Moms get in free with the purchase of any general admission ticket. Enjoy some quality time with those most special to you and make some FIN-tastic memories! *Valid only on full price gate purchases. This is a buy one, get one free offer. Adult, child or senior full price admission required. No other discounts can be applied. Not valid on online purchases

To celebrate Mother’s Day, all moms receive FREE admission this Sunday from 9 AM–4 PM! Bring the family, stroll through the Zoo, meet your favorite animals, and enjoy a day filled with connection, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a mom, stepmom, grandmother, or a mother figure who gives from the heart—we can’t wait to celebrate YOU. Sunday, May 10, 2026 9 AM–4 PM Free admission for all moms Come make Mother’s Day wild, joyful, and full of memories at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Treat Mom to a Strike-tastic Mother’s Day at Surge Entertainment!Celebrate Mom with family fun she’ll actually enjoy! On Mother’s Day, from 11AM–4PM, Mom + 3 guests bowl FREE at Surge Entertainment!(Shoe rental not included.) Want to bring more? Add up to 2 extra guests for just $5 each, plus $4 for shoe rental. Make memories, share laughs, and enjoy quality time with Mom — the fun way

Celebrate Mother’s Day in the most meaningful (and fun!) way—with creativity, connection, and a little sparkle ✨ Join us for a special Mother’s Day experience where families come together to create beautiful art and even more beautiful memories. Whether you’re bringing Mom, Grandma, your kiddos, or your whole crew, this event is designed for all ages to enjoy side-by-side. We’ll guide you through a thoughtfully curated art project that’s both fun and beginner-friendly—no experience needed! Expect laughter, quality time, and a finished piece you’ll treasure long after the day is over. 🥂 Refreshments: Complimentary mimosa while you create for the adults and juice for the kiddos. Also available will be some sweet treats. 💛 Expect: A relaxed, joy-filled atmosphere where making memories matters most. 🖼️Create: Choose from the list of projects provided or just reserve a seat and choose when you arrive. All supplies are provided—just bring your people and your love for Mom. Feel free to school through the images for project inspiration! Spots are limited, so grab your seats early and make this Mother’s Day one to remember. 💐