MOB Moms

4th of July Open Jump at Pump it Up!
2026-07-02 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Pump it Up Mobile
Celebrate 4th of July at Pump It Up! with our amazing Balloon Bash!Enjoy jumping in both arenas and experience our Balloon Drop!Then enjoy some snack with lemonade while kids create some craft in our party room.
PRE-SALE: $13.95 + tax per kidTICKETS: $15.50 + tax per child
(Pre-sale ends June 30th at 8:00pm)
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.

52nd Annual Grand Bay Watermelon Festival
2026-07-03 15:00 - 2026-07-04 17:00 | 10327 Taylor F. Harper Blvd, Grand Bay, Alabama
The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival will be a day and a half of fun, located at 10327 Taylor F. Harper Blvd., Grand Bay, AL! The gates will open to the public from 3 pm until 7 pm on July 3rd. Gate entrance/parking on July 3rd is free. We will have Music, Rides, Food Vendors, and Arts & Crafts Vendors, but NO WATERMELON on the 3rd.Grand Bay Watermelon Festival Programs will also be available for purchase on July 3rd for $5, which you can show at the gate on July 4th for your vehicle admission. Festival T-shirts will also be for sale.July 4th – Gate admission is just $5 per vehicle for parking at the entrance gate. Times and groups the Gates will be open on July 4th: Vendors and Car Show entrants – from 8 am; General Public – 9:30 am. Festival Vendors (except Food Vendors) will close at 5 pm and all patrons must be out of the roadways so vendors can get back to their booths at 5 pm.We plan to have fireworks again this year at dusk. If you leave the park and come back, just show your program to get back in the gate. Otherwise, Gate admission is $5 per vehicle at the entrance gate. Parking will be around the baseball field. You will be allowed to walk up the bridge to the top of the hill in the Food Court area to visit the Food Vendors, until 7 pm., before the fireworks start at dusk.The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival is an annual family fun event with an Open Car Show, Rides, Games, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Food Vendors, entertainment, and all the free, sliced, ice cold watermelon you can eat (on July 4th only).We are looking for Sponsors that will sponsor our children’s rides so that we can make them more affordable. If you, someone you know, have or know of a business that would be interested in being a Sponsor, our information is listed under Festival Forms on our website: www.grandbaywatermelonfestival.org. Other forms available there are: Craft and Commercial Vendor applications, Entertainment, Food Vendor applications, a Map of the Park, Open Car Show Registration form that you can fill out and bring with you to register your vehicle at the Festival, as well as Festival Programs for the past few years.Also, vaping/smoking is NOT allowed in the Festival area and NO PETS of any kind are allowed at the Grand Bay Watermelon Festival. Please leave them at home in the shade or air-conditioning!

First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Fairhope
2026-07-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Fairhope
Get down in the street with Fairhope’s own FreeRadicals for a fun First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Fairhope!

Fourth of July Celebration: America's 250th Anniversary
2026-07-04 17:30 - 21:30 | USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
Join us for the City of Mobile’s 4th of July Celebration, honoring America’s 250th anniversary!
On Saturday, July 4 from 5:30-9:30 p.m., enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, nonprofits, games, family-friendly activities, and a breathtaking fireworks show at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.
Entertainment ScheduleDJ GeauxThe Six Piece Suits (6:30-7:30 p.m.)The Kazzettes (7:45-9 p.m.)Fireworks show (9 p.m.)
Admission to the Fourth of July Celebration is free, but there are fees to park. Parking will cost $10 per car and $30 per RV (cash only). You may reserve your spot in advance starting May 4. If you purchase a presale parking ticket, you will be able to park as early as 4 p.m. on the day of the event. No parking will be allowed after 8:15 p.m. Re-entry is permitted with parking pass; however, parking availability may be limited once the lot reaches capacity.
Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged for seating, and don’t forget to pack sunscreen and to stay hydrated! Coolers are allowed, but glass containers and alcohol are not. Please see the full list of prohibited items and activities below:
– balloons, bubbles, confetti, or paper lanterns– grilling or cooking with propane or fuel on grass– weapons– alcohol– glass– skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades, and similar items– open flames, including candles– smoking or vaping in enclosed areas– sticks or poles (including selfie sticks and flag poles)– pets are not recommended due to large crowds and fireworks
Restroom facilities will be located throughout the event area.

Back to School Family Day
2026-07-11 10:00 - 13:00
Kick the end-of-summer blues at Mobile Museum of Art’s Back-to-School Family Day! Thanks to our sponsors at Spire, MMoA is hosting a free backpack giveaway for students in kindergarten and up, providing essential supplies to help everyone start the school year strong.
The rest of the morning is packed with creative fun, from hands-on family art classes and face painting to an Elements of Art Scavenger Hunt. You can also visit the Mobile Public Library Bookmobile in the circle drive or join us for a guided Stroller Tour through the Handle with Care and Aminah Robinson exhibitions. With recurring Story Time LIVE! performances and gallery activities throughout the event, there’s plenty to keep the whole family inspired.
The backpack giveaway begins at 10 am and lasts until supplies are gone. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and students must be present to collect them. One backpack per student.

MOB Puzzle Showdown
2026-07-18 08:30 - 12:00 | James Seals Community Center, 540 Texas Street
Join us for the MOB Puzzle Showdown on Saturday, July 18 starting at 8:30 a.m.! Team up with friends or make new ones as you race to solve identical puzzles for trophies, prizes, and bragging rights.
This family-friendly event features two divisions:

Youth Team (5-17) | 2-3 kids per team, adult coach optional, costs $15 per team
Adult Team (18+) | 2-4 adults per team, costs $30 per team

Each youth team will complete a 350-piece puzzle, and each adult team will complete a 500-piece puzzle. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks if you prefer.
Due to limited tables, you must register ahead of time. Walk-ins are not allowed. Click here to register starting April 10! Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

Monster Jam (Pensacola)
2026-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E Gregory St, Pensacola
Nothing compares to the one and only Monster Jam. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, big air and action-packed excitement, it’s the definition of fun for everyone! Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air. See the worlds most popular trucks like Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash and more only at Monster Jam. You can’t get this kind of wow just anywhere. Once you experience Monster Jam live, you’ll become a fan for life!
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Tue, 17 Feb 2026 at 10:00 AM
Feld Perferred Presale : Tue, 10 Feb 2026 at 10:00 AM
TM/Venue Presale : Thu, 12 Feb 2026 at 10:00 AM

28th Annual JCMF Professional Rodeo
2026-08-06 17:00 - 2026-08-08 23:00 | 19477 FAIRGROUND RD ROBERTSDALE, AL 36567
Join Us for the 28th Annual Professional Rodeo!We can’t wait to see you there!
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 28th Annual Professional Rodeo, hosted by the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation! This year, we’re bringing you an action-packed, family-friendly event filled with entertainment for all ages.
Get ready for fun for all ages at our Kid’s Corral, happening before the rodeo action kicks off! Stick around for the rodeo, and let your kids join in on the excitement with the calf scramble (for ages 6-12)! With more seating, delicious concessions, exciting vendors, and plenty of activities, there’s something for everyone.
With the arena being covered, this is a rain or shine event. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss!
Our rodeo features livestock and event management from Bo Campbell Rodeo Productions, and contestants are affiliated with the Professional Cowboy Association, ensuring a high-energy, jaw-dropping experience that you won’t want to miss. But that’s not all! We’re also bringing in a Professional Rodeo Clown to keep the crowd laughing with hilarious antics. With a perfect mix of humor for both kids and adults, the rodeo clown ensures there’s never a dull moment!
We’ve made sure to include plenty of specialty acts geared toward children, so the whole family can enjoy the day together. Whether you’re a rodeo enthusiast or new to the sport, our event promises memories to last a lifetime!
Come for the excitement, stay for the fun, and make the 28th Annual Professional Rodeo a day to remember.
Event DetailsDates:August 6-8, 2026

Summer Movie Nights - A Bug's Life
2026-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Escatawpa Hollow Park & Campground, 15551 Moffett Road, Wilmer, AL 36587
Enjoy free, family-friendly movies under the stars at parks across Mobile County! Each Friday evening, a different park hosts a movie—perfect for relaxing outdoors and exploring local favorites.
RESCHEDULED: Friday, August 14, 2026 Movie begins at 8:00 PM Escatawpa Hollow Park & Campground15551 Moffett Road, Wilmer, AL 36587 Free admission
Feature Film: A Bug’s Life
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to find a great spot.
Presented by Mobile County Parks.

53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival
2026-10-08 10:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00 | 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.
