Events

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 | 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

Join us Saturday, October 17, from 7:00 AM–12:00 PM for a neighborhood-wide yard sale with plenty of great finds and hidden treasures! Hickory Ridge – located off Hillcrest, near Medal of Honor Park Come early, shop around, and find some great deals!

Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday from October 10 through November 14 at Market in the Park! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept Senior Farmer's Market Nutritional Program (SFMNP) benefits. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop. Leashed pets are welcome, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet. The market typically operates rain-or-shine unless severe weather or hazardous conditions occur.

Gather up your family, bring your friends, and come enjoy a fun-filled day in Magnolia Springs with live music, good food, activities, and plenty of fun for all ages! And while you’re enjoying the day, you’ll also be helping us support the amazing firefighters who serve our community

BIG RIGS ARE COMING!  Get ready for a BIG day of fun! Come explore the BIG equipment that helps keep Foley running!  Tractors, backhoes, bucket trucks, live music, a petting zoo, coffee truck, Kona Ice & MORE!   October 17th | 9:00–11:00 AM 315 East Jessamine Ave, Foley, AL 36535 PLEASE NOTE: This event will NOT be held at the library. It will be in the field behind the old library at 315 East Jessamine Ave.  This is a FREE family-friendly event, so bring the kids and come check out the BIG rigs! 

Celebrate Halloween with the animals at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. BOO at the ZOOSaturday, October 17, 20269:00 am - 12:00 pm A day full of scare-free fun, trick-or-treating, activities, and meet-and-greets with your favorite animal ambassadors. PRICING/TICKETS: Boo at the Zoo is INCLUDED with regular Zoo admission! Purchase tickets online at www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org or at the door on the day of the event. Zoo Members and children 2 years and younger are FREE! Membership cards must be shown at the entrance.

Get ready for a frightfully fun twist on our annual Halloween celebration! Bring the whole family for a day packed with science, surprises, and spooky fun. Monsterkins – First 100 kids through the door get a free Monsterkin plush. Spooky Science Demos – Hair-raising experiments and spooky science throughout the day, including our popular Pumpkin Explosion! Animal Tales: Exotic Animal Encounters – Meet amazing creatures up close! Face Painting – Transform into your favorite ghoul or goblin. Holly Jolly Snow Cones – Cool treats available for purchase. Haunted Bookshop – Spooky story time and vendor table. Costume Contest Come dressed to impress for our Halloween Costume Contest! Whether you’re creepy, creative, funny, or downright adorable, we want to see what you’ve got. Contestants can sign up in the Atrium at the beginning of the event in one of four categories: 6 & Under, Ages 7–12, Ages 13–17, and Family/Group. Our Exploreum judges will select three finalists from each category, but the final decision is up to YOU! Finalists will be announced in the Atrium after the Great Pumpkin Explosion then, the crowd will vote for their favorite with plenty of claps, cheers, and screams. The contestant with the loudest crowd reaction in each category will take home a prize! Which could include a family membership, admission tickets, or a gift certificate from the gift shop. So grab your costumes, bring your best Halloween spirit, and get ready to make some noise for your favorites! Special Feature: Monsters University Showtimes: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. (Advance tickets encouraged – seating is limited! Tickets are non-refundable/non-transferable.) Come dressed in your favorite family-friendly spooky attire and join us for a monstrously good time. $12 for Non Members/Free for Members Theater seating is limited, get your tickets today!

Soar into hero mode with the Firefighting Plane workshop, sponsored by First Alert! Kids will build and decorate a rescue plane ready to take on imaginary missions. This project inspires bravery, creativity, and hands-on learning through high-flying fun.

Bring your family for a day of pumpkin fun at the Christ United Pumpkin Patch. We will have food trucks, a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, pumpkin decorating and much more. We hope to see you there!

Our annual National Pumpkin Day Celebration!! Enjoy the Patch activities plus:Local VendorsPumpkin Carving ContestFace Painting More details to come!

Join the ESC and REACH for a Saturday of fun with some amazing, creepy, crawling critters!Children (and adults) in costume get a special treat!Creepy Crawler Wildlife Show at 12:00Admission: $3 per person – children 2 and under are freeSaturday, October 17th10 am – 2 pm6101 Girby Road Mobile, AL251-221-5000

Get ready for a Halloween celebration with an underwater twist! Join us at the Alabama Aquarium on October 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a fun-filled day of creepy creatures, spooky science, hands-on activities, and plenty of prizes! Dissections, Games, Critter encounters, Spooky science fun! Costumes encouraged – bring your best family-friendly spooky look and join us for a monstrously good time!

Alabama Archaeology Day Free & open to the public with fun for all ages! Celebrate Alabama Archaeology with us with fun things to try that include atlatl throwing, living history, lab activities, yaupon holly tea-tasting, & more! When: 10am - 3pm, Sat. Oct. 17 Where: University of South Alabama Archaeology Museum6050 USA Drive South, Mobile, AL 36688

 POP’S MIDTOWN 6TH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY FALL FESTIVAL & BLOCK PARTY  Mobile, get ready - our biggest fall celebration of the year is back! Join us Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM–6 PM for a full day of family fun in the Heart of Mobile. Admission is FREE, there are no lines to enter, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever!  Here’s what’s waiting for you:  Exotic Petting Zoo Giant Inflatable Park Face Painting & Kids’ Carnival Games ALL-NEW Corn Room - yes, an entire room! Brand-new viral-themed photo spots Live Music & Entertainment Special Character Appearances Frozen Apple Cider & Fall Treats Food Trucks & Local Vendor Market The Best Little Pumpkin Patch in Alabama…and plenty more surprises!  NEW THIS YEAR: We’re trading individual attraction tickets for easy-to-use wristbands! Wristbands will be available for purchase for carnival games and participating attractions. Come explore our pumpkin patch, find your favorite fall photo spot, enjoy the entertainment, and make a full day of it with the people you love. Pop’s Midtown Pumpkin Patch - your fall family tradition 7 years strong!  Saturday, October 17 10 AM–6 PM FREE admission | Attraction wristbands available for purchase  Pop’s Midtown Garden Center2103 Airport Blvd.Midtown Mobile, AL 36606