Kick off the season with the lighting of the Fairhope trees! Join us for this magical evening filled with lights, music, and joy for the whole family. 5:30 p.m.  

Ho Ho Happy Holidays! Santa returns to his magical home at Eastern Shore Centre beginning Friday, November 22nd! Santa’s Whimsical Wonderland is located on the stage area on The Green near California Dreaming.  Visits with Santa will be held Monday-Saturday 10 AM-7 PM and Sunday 12-6 PM Both families and pets are invited to visit Santa! No appointment necessary. For more information, please visit our website easternshorecentre.com

Operating annually since 1983, the Mobile International Festival has become the longest running festival on the Gulf Coast. We believe our success can be attributed to, in part, our dedication to educating students and the general public about the immense diversity that exists in our community, city, state, and country. ​ The festival provides the atmosphere of world travel, giving the opportunities to meet people from over 70 countries face-to-face, speak different languages, sample some delicious food, learn geography, history, art, social studies, music, science, and, above all, be inspired by our beautiful world and its people. The most important aspect of the Mobile International Festival is our ability to allow students to experience and learn about social acceptance, cultural differences, and unity. It is a place where we celebrate our differences and rejoice in our unity; it is a place where all belong and our differences are celebrated.

An enchanting evening of Christmas music welcoming in the Christmas Season. Delicious refreshments will be served during intermission along with a Split the Pot Raffle. Tickets are available at the Summerdale Town Hall, Summerdale United Bank, Giles Wilson and Underwood LLC, Summerdale Public Library and Eventbrite. Please call 251-989-2011 for more information.   5:30 p.m.

About Ho Ho Holiday photo time with Santa at The Wharf on weekends from November 15 - Christmas Eve. HE’S REALLY HERE. The Jolly Claus has checked his list already — twice, actually — so make sure you are on your best behavior when you snap a frame-worthy photo. Children can also bring their wish list letters to give to him or write one in his village. Event Schedule Open weekends only. Special holiday hours apply. Regular Hours Friday: 3–6 pm Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm Sunday: Noon – 6 pm Special Hours December 21-23: 10 am – 6 pm December 24 (Christmas Eve): 10 am – 2 pm

Pictures with The Grinch.No appointment needed.$8 per printed picture.Packages available.1 picture minimum   Starting at 11:00 a.m.

*Be sure to note the holiday schedule for this event!*   Let us bring winter to you! Grab a pair of skates and glide, spin or fall into the season on real ice from November 15 - January 20. Skate on Tuesdays through December 10 for Skate 5, Give 5 and a $5 donation will be made in your honor for Toys for Tots. Bring an empty 20oz Pepsi product + receive $1 off at the Ice Rink! Event Schedule November 15-24: Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm Sunday: Noon - 8 pm November 25-27 + 29-30 (Thanksgiving Break): 10 am – 10 pm November 28 (Thanksgiving Day): CLOSED December 1-December 22: Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm Sunday: Noon - 8 pm December 23: 10 am - 10 pm December 24 (Christmas Eve): 12-4 pm December 25 (Christmas Day): CLOSED December 26-28: 10 am – 10 pm December 29: Sunday: Noon - 8 pm December 30: 10 am - 10 pm December 31 (New Year’s Eve): 10 am – Midnight January 1-4: 10 am – 10 pm January 5-19: Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm Sunday: Noon - 8 pm January 20: 10 am - 10 pm Concessions by Kilwins: Click here to view the full menu Other All skaters are required to complete a waiver before coasting on blades along the Gulf Coast with us. Sign the e-waiver before you arrive to save time in line. Thank you to all of our sponsors for their generous support of the ice rink. Presenting Sponsor: Pepsi Gold Sponsors: City of Orange Beach Sawgrass Bronze Sponsors: Baldwin EMC Wharf Rental Management GS&OB Tourism Speed Skater: Beebe’s Pest Control Hub International Support Skater: Hancock Whitney The Island Church LOOK Dental & Vision Spectrum Resorts Springhill Suites YoHo Rum & Tacos B&T Marine

Ho Ho Holiday photo time with Santa at The Wharf on weekends from November 15 - Christmas Eve. HE’S REALLY HERE. The Jolly Claus has checked his list already — twice, actually — so make sure you are on your best behavior when you snap a frame-worthy photo. Children can also bring their wish list letters to give to him or write one in his village   Where The Wharf Store, Suite D118 | next to the Boat Bar Date Sunday, November 24 Time 12 pm - 6 pm Event Schedule Open weekends only. Special holiday hours apply. Regular Hours Friday: 3–6 pm Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm Sunday: Noon – 6 pm Special Hours December 21-23: 10 am – 6 pm December 24 (Christmas Eve): 10 am – 2 pm Other Various photo packages available.

Join us for our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on Monday, November 25th 5:30-7:30! Experience the magic of the holiday season as we gather to light up our beautifully decorated tree. Enjoy festive music, warm refreshments, food trucks, and activities for the whole family. This joyful event marks the start of the holiday celebrations, so bring your loved ones and share in the spirit of the season. Don’t miss the special guest appearance from Santa, and be sure to capture the moment as we illuminate the night! Attendees will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite tree in the “Tinsel Takedown” Christmas Tree Decorating Contest. Each guest will receive one free ticket to cast their vote. There will be additional tickets available for $1.00 per ticket. Proceeds from the competition will benefit the Chamber’s Christmas Giveback Campaign.