King Cake Off 2024

Mobile Civic Center

Who has the best King Cake on the Gulf Coast? YOU BE THE JUDGE! Join us for the 6th annual King Cake-Off on Friday, January 19, 2024, at the Mobile Civic Center Expo Hall, located in the heart of downtown Mobile. Local bakeries, eateries, and grocery stores will compete to see who has the tastiest King Cake and King Cake-Inspired Treat on the Gulf Coast. This family-friendly event will feature live music, local vendors, kids' activities, King Cake tastings, and more! You definitely don't want to miss out on this tasty, one-of-a-kind event! ​ This event, presented by PNC Bank, benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast, and all contributions will go directly to support their mission—to give our children a caring and supportive adult mentor who will guide them to success, hold them accountable, and set their lives in a direction they never thought possible. Tickets go on sale on Black Friday! Get yours before they are gone!

Kids Fishing

Meaher State Park

Join us at Meaher State Park for a fun morning of fishing with our naturalist! Bait will be provided, and we will have a few extra fishing poles for folks to use. Please bring your personal poles if you have them, as we will not have enough extras for everyone. Kids 15 and under do not need a fishing license, but anyone 16+ wishing to take part must have a freshwater fishing license. These can be purchased at www.outdooralabama.com *Be weather aware!* Any updates and changes to the event will be posted on our Facebook page. What to bring: water, snacks, sunglasses, weather appropriate clothing, and a fishing pole and tackle if you have them. Meet at our fishing pier Free for overnight guests, veterans, and children 12 and under $3 park entry fee for those over 12

Nature Art

Meaher State Park

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

Tales and Trails in the Gardens

Mobile Botanical Gardens

A literacy program for young children every Thursday morning. Reading stories and sharing activities in the Gardens - for Preschoolers and Homeschoolers. Registration required - call the office at (251)342-0555 Kickoff September 7th at 10:30AM Included in cost of admission / Free for MBG Members Sponsored by The Lilian Woolford Charitable Trust

Family Art

Mobile Museum of Art

Thursdays, October 26, November 16, December 21, January 25, February 22, & March 28 1 – 3 pm $5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session This class is for families to create together. Each month will feature a different art medium with a project tied to the MMofA collection. Parents are encouraged to stay and create with their families. Suitable for homeschool families.

Mystic Krewe of Salty Paws Pet Parade

Bienville Blvd Dauphin Island, AL 36528

The Mystic Krewe of Salty Paws hold its annual parade starting at the Water Tower on Saturday, January 27, 2024!   The Mystic Krewe of Salty Paws will hold its annual parade starting at the Water Tower on Saturday, January 27, 2024! This event is being sponsored by the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce and is a fundraiser for the Animal Rescue Foundation. The pirate theme this year will be “Mythical Creatures and Other Fantastic Beasts”. Prizes will be awarded for Best Group, Most Creative, and Best Cart. We can't wait to see all our creatures! Follow our event page for updates! Cost will be $15.00 per person and pet. Additional people in your group will be $15.00 per person. Children ages 13 and under are free to walk in the parade and all pets and children must be accompanied by an adult. No bicycles allowed, but strollers or wagons are permitted. Golf carts are allowed, but will be placed in a group by the organizers. You will be allowed to throw beads, pet toys, stuffed animals and pet treats, but NO CANDY PLEASE! A pet release and waiver will be posted and anyone registered for the event will be acknowledging the terms and conditions. Get creative, dress up yourself, pets and wagons and join us for this worthwhile cause! Check out our map with parade route, parking and spectator areas! The parade will start in front of the water tower and head north on LeMoyne, right on Chaumont, right on Key, right on Bienville and end back at the water tower. The distance is 6/10th of a mile. Registration will begin at 9:00 am. Pre-registration is encouraged but onsite registration is available! Parade begins promptly at 10:00 am. Costume contest immediately following the parade! Salty Paws Pet Parade Rules and Waiver All animal owners must follow all posted parade rules. Please remember all pets must meet all guidelines and maintain current vaccinations (Rabies with tag number, DHLPP and Bordetella). Pet Rules: 1. All animal parade walkers must be pre-registered on the Eventbrite page or registered day of event on site. Each person in the parade must have an armband to participate. 2. Children accompanying pet owners must be supervised. 3. All pets must remain on a leash at all times and owner must remain with pet. 4. Aggressive dogs and female dogs in heat are not allowed. Owners must remove dogs from the event at the first sign of aggressive behavior. 5. Owners must dispose of waste properly in the designated on-site containers. 6. Only beads, animal toys and animal treats may be thrown during the parade. No candy!7. Owners are liable for any injury or damage caused by their pet and are fully responsible for their pet's actions. 8. We want this to be a fun event with many more to follow and we look forward to meeting your beloved pets! By entering this event, you are indicating that you have read and understand the rules of this pet parade/event. You will not hold any person or organization responsible for the actions of your pet. You are liable for all damage and/or injury caused by your animal. There is no rain date for this event. Your registration fee is considered a donation to the Animal Rescue Foundation.

Tales and Trails in the Gardens

Mobile Botanical Gardens

A literacy program for young children every Thursday morning. Reading stories and sharing activities in the Gardens - for Preschoolers and Homeschoolers. Registration required - call the office at (251)342-0555 Kickoff September 7th at 10:30AM Included in cost of admission / Free for MBG Members Sponsored by The Lilian Woolford Charitable Trust

Children’s Story Book Time

30500 AL-181 Suite 414

We are excited to announce we are starting story book time, hosted by our church for any children in the area ages 1-12, wanting to come listen ! This will be on Fridays at 2pm, starting February 2nd. We hope to see you and your littles there.

Senior Bowl Mardi Gras Player Parade

Downtown Mobile

Kick off Mardi Gras season by joining us on the parade route from the Renaissance Hotel® on Royal Street and then west on St. Francis past Bienville Square for our annual Mardi Gras player parade. Local high school marching bands, our players in their college jerseys, college mascots, local dignitaries and NFL cheerleaders will precede the Order of Inca parade!

Teen Mardi Gras Baking Night

3811 Old Shell Road

Suggested ages 13 to 18. Grab a friend and enjoy a night of fun! We will be making king cake cupcakes and Mardi Gras themed chocolate strawberries.

Hickory Ridge Subdivision Annual Kids Krewe Parade 2024

Hickory Ridge Subdivision

Hickory Ridge Subdivision in West Mobile is having their annual Kids Krewe Parade on Saturday, February 3rd at 10:00 a.m. This is a family friendly event. The parade will take place on Timberly Road. No parking will be allowed on Timberly, but there is plenty of parking along the side streets in the neighborhood. For additional information on location, where to park, etc, email us at info@themobmom.com

Puppy Gras Pet Parade

OWA Parks & Resort

No holiday celebration would be complete without our furry friends, and we invite you to bring them to the 3rd annual Puppy Gras Pet Parade on Feb. 3 through Downtown OWA! This is a family-friendly event featuring a pet parade and a costume contest on OWA Island. Pre-register for the pet parade and costume contest for only $10 on our website. Day-of registration will be offered onsite for only $15. Be sure to dress in your Mardi Gras best! Puppy Gras Parade registration guarantees you a spot in our costume contest with cash prizes given for OWA Choice, Puppy Gras King, Puppy Gras Queen, Funniest, and Most Festive!   Schedule of events 1-2pm – Day-of Parade & Costume Contest Registration 2- 2:15 PM– Parade Lineup on OWA Island sidewalk 2:30pm – Parade Starts 3pm – Costume Contest Begins 4pm – Costume Contest Judging 4:30pm – Awards Ceremony Individual registration is required for all participating dogs. Responsible pet parents accompanying the dogs may participate for free.

Mystic Mutts of Revelry Parade 2024

Downtown Fairhope

MMOR 2024 King & Queen Drawing Enter your furry four-legged friend for a chance to be crowned King or Queen of MMOR 2024! You can enter the drawing for just $5 per ticket – the more tickets you purchase, the more chances your pet has to win! The deadline to enter for the Royal drawing is 5pm on January 29th. The King and Queen will have their royal portraits taken at the Haven by Ono Pet Photography. All sales are final and winners must be present for photoshoot to be eligible. You will accompany your King or Queen, in a custom-made Royal float - designed and built by the famous Blain Kern Studios in New Orleans - for the MMOR parade! Bring your throws and make the most of your pet's royal status - it's SO much fun! Don't miss the opportunity for you & your pet to roll in style and be introduced to the MMOR crowd. Purchase your tickets today!

Krewe du Kids Masquerade Street Party

OWA Parks & Resort

Let’s kickoff an epic Mardi Gras season at the Krewe du Kidz Masquerade Street party throughout Downtown OWA on February 3 from 4 to 6:30pm! From Moon Pie Bingo to mask decorating and Mardi Gras themed glitter tattoos, every corner of this carnival is full of family-friendly activities for young revelers. With this DJ-fueled dance party and stilt walker performance, this event is a jazzy good time for the whole family. Let the good times roll at Krewe de Kidz Masquerade! Schedule of Events: • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Moon Pie Bingo inside the Bohemian where guests will be able to compete in Moon Pie Bingo for a chance to win a prize! While supplies last. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Masks decorating & Gold Coin scavenger hunt take place on OWA Island. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Outside of the Bohemian, a balloon artist will be making Mardi Gras themed balloons. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Mardi Gras themed caricature drawings at OWA Island. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Mardi Gras themed glitter tattoos and hair braiding on OWA Island. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Mardi Gras themed stilt walkers and performers roam throughout Downtown OWA. • 4:00pm-6:30pm- Bubble Dance party where guests can dance the night away. • Other Activities Available in Downtown OWA include varies Photo Ops for pics! For more info: https://visitowa.com/kdk-masquerade/

Malbis Winter Market

Historic Malbis Nursery

Join us on Sunday, February 4th at the Historic Malbis Nursery for our first event of 2024! Invite your friends to this FREE event and shop with over 50 local vendors at the Malbis Winter Market! We will have food trucks and more! See you soon!

2024 Mystics of Children Mardi Gras Parade

Rosswood Subdivision

Mobile’s oldest children’s parade, the Mystics of Children, will roll on Sunday, February 4th at 2:00 pm in the Rosswood neighborhood. Bring the entire family for a fun, family-friendly and extra adorable Mardi Gras parade! If you’ve never been before, the parade follows a figure eight through the neighborhood so there isn’t a bad spot on the route. There will be NO PARKING inside the neighborhood to allow room for floats, but there is plenty of parking at Thompson Engineering on Cottage Hill. Laissez les bon temps rouler 

Toddler Time at MMoA

Mobile Museum of Art

Thursdays, December 14, January 11, February 8, March 14, April 11, May 9  10 – 11:30 a.m. $5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session Join us for single sessions of sensory-based art projects designed especially for toddlers and preschool children. Toddler time is open to children ages 1 through 5.

Tales and Trails in the Gardens

Mobile Botanical Gardens

A literacy program for young children every Thursday morning. Reading stories and sharing activities in the Gardens - for Preschoolers and Homeschoolers. Registration required - call the office at (251)342-0555 Kickoff September 7th at 10:30AM Included in cost of admission / Free for MBG Members Sponsored by The Lilian Woolford Charitable Trust

Tuki’s Friday Fun Nights

Tropic Falls

Dive into the ultimate tropical vibes at Tropics Falls with Tuki’s Friday Fun Nights starting January 5th through February 9th, every Friday from 4-9 PM! Be immersed in a tropical paradise by relaxing in Castaway Creek or taking a ride on Rollin’ Thunder. Then, sit back and grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing drink with a meal-deal special. This family-friendly event also includes the added fun of a DJ, Bubbles, Balloon Artists, and Lawn Games! Plus, any guest that attends will receive a $1 off coupon for Midway Games! Don’t forget to be on the lookout for Tuki the Toucan making surprise appearances! Are you a Tropic Falls season passholder? Come out and enjoy the exclusive designated Season Pass area inside the waterpark with a private meet & great with Tuki along with free crafts, leis & arcade play for each season passholder! Tropic Falls admission is required but catch the enjoyment with a special Twilight ticket price of $49.99++ beginning at 4pm! $2 Meal Deals Stop by one of the eateries inside Tropic Falls for $2 specials on select items Hot Dogs Pizza Slice – Only available at Grub Basket of Fries Size Soda