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Chinese Lantern Festival
Join us for the inaugural Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival as Bellingrath Gardens & Home transforms into a breathtaking display of light and artistry. As night falls, the Gardens will turn into a luminous dreamscape, where 41 towering, handcrafted light sculptures glow with vibrant colors, lighting the landscape with interactive artistry and imagination. Visitors will journey through the estate, where each glowing display tells a story through plants, animals, and fantastical creatures, blending ancient tradition with modern innovation. Many displays invite interaction—dance with vibrant figures, play games, and immerse yourself in the fun. Purchase Daily Tickets or Flex Passes. What to Expect As you explore, you’ll find endless opportunities for photos and laughter with awe-inspiring moments that will stay with you long after the night ends. Bring your whole family, invite your friends, and be part of this extraordinary festival—because some experiences are too wonderful to miss. Plan Your Visit Date: April 17 – June 15, 2025 | Thursday – Sunday | Open Easter and Memorial Day Time: 5:00 – 10:00 PM We are encouraging guests to purchase tickets online in advance. Limited on-site ticket sales will be available, but an additional $8 per ticket charge will apply for purchases at the door. Flex tickets, valid for any show night, can be purchased for an extra $10 per ticket fee. Children 4 and under will be charged $2. General admission tickets and Lantern Festival tickets are sold separately—there is no combined ticket option. Bellingrath Gardens will close from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Thursday through Sunday during the Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival, with the last general admission ticket sold at 3:00 PM. General admission tickets for daytime entry and Lantern Festival tickets for the evening are sold separately. Please note that there is no combined ticket option available. The Magnolia Café is open nightly from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Musical Bingo at deMaiz Taco Cantina!
Musical Bingo at deMaiz Taco Cantina!
Join us this Tuesday for a fun and unique twist on your usual bingo night! We're bringing the beats to the patio at deMaiz Taco Cantina from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. FREE to play + family-friendly! Bring the kids and let's have some fun! Fun prizes for Bingo winners, and of course, lots of laughs along the way! How it works: Instead of numbers, you'll mark off the songs you hear! Jessie will be your fabulous host, playing all kinds of music – from throwbacks to the latest hits – and your job is to match the tunes on your bingo card. It's all about the rhythm and the good vibes! Enjoy Taco Tuesday, refreshing drinks, and a whole lot of fun. Bring your friends, make it a night out, and let's see who will be the ultimate bingo champion! When: Tuesday, 6-9 PM Where: deMaiz Taco Cantina (Patio) Don't miss out – it's going to be a blast!
Brandon Styles Variety Show
Brandon Styles Variety Show
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!
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Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
It’s one of the coast’s favorite events—and it’s coming back to OWA May 1-3! Don’t miss the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival’s three-day-long line-up of live entertainment & events. Each day of the festival offers kids’ activities, lawn games, arts & crafts vendors, synchronized K9 shows and more. Live entertainment keeps the excitement going each day, including the legendary Tip Tops Saturday night, May 3rd. Weather permitting, each evening will also feature a hot air balloon glow plus tethered rides (tickets available for purchase on-site). How to make your visit even better? Tropic Falls is offering an event-exclusive Twilight Ticket at a $10 savings May 1-3! Get your tickets here: visitowa.com/plan-your-visit/tickets
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin’ going on! Ages 0-5
Listen & Learn Storytime
Listen & Learn Storytime
Let’s Listen and Learn with fun stories and songs! Storytime has many benefits for children such as promoting early literacy, language development, help develop concentration, social skills, communication skills, and encourages their imagination and creativity. Join us in the Storytime room at West Regional for fun stories and songs. Ideal for ages 3-5 years. For more information, please call (251)340-8571 or email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org.
Brown Bag by the Bay Concert Series
Brown Bag by the Bay Concert Series
Join us for one of Daphne's favorite events, Brown Bag by the Bay Concert Series. Grab your lunch and meet us by the bay each Thursday 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM in April and May. Line-up coming soon!
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Arty Party
Arty Party
Join us in the Youth Programming Room as we experiment with different types of craft materials and let our inner artists shine! Bring your friends and celebrate the end of the week by doing art together or meet new friends while exploring the world of creativity and imagination. This program is best suited for ages 6 - 11.
Beginner Guitar Lessons (Free)
Beginner Guitar Lessons (Free)
Sign up at Semmes for Guitar Lesson! Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, Please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please call 251-494-4935 or email Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.
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Kids Play Day (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
Free family fun! Join us for the Gulf Coast Suzuki Kids' Play Day on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at McGill Field, located at the corner of Catherine Street and Old Shell Road in Mobile, Alabama. This completely free community event is packed with activities for all ages. Event Highlights:-Interactive Activity Stations: Kids can engage in hands-on STEM challenges, art projects, and more, fostering creativity and learning.-Touch-A-Truck Experience: Children can explore fire trucks, police cars, construction vehicles, and more, meeting the professionals who operate them.-Nerf Gun Battle Zone: An action-packed area where kids can test their aim and enjoy friendly competition.-Vendor Marketplace: Parents can browse a curated selection of local artisans, boutique vendors, and specialty retailers, perfect for finding unique gifts.-Food Trucks & Treats: Enjoy a variety of delicious options from local food vendors, offering something for every palate. All activities are completely free, and everyone is welcome! Food and retail purchases will be available for those who’d like to enjoy snacks, meals, or shopping during the event. This event is open to the public, so bring your family, invite your friends, and make a morning of it! For more information or inquiries about hosting an activity, becoming a vendor, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at steakout@stmarymobile.org. Don't miss out on this fun-filled morning designed for the whole family!
Tanner Williams May Day Festival
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Tanner Williams Civic & Historical Society hosts the Annual Tanner Williams May Day Festival the first Saturday of May at Tanner Williams Community Park. Enjoy the traditional May Pole Dance, the crowning of the May Day Court and Little Mister & Miss Tanner Williams, local vendors, fresh-off-the-grill foods at the concession stand, kids activities, and more! Admission is FREE! Please send us a message if you are interested in adding to our event by being a vendor, volunteering, bringing a vintage car or tractor, providing kids activities, or entering your child in May Queen and King (K5-5th grade)/Little Mr. & Miss Tanner Williams (4 and under) See less
Semmes Heritage Day
We can't wait for Heritage Day in Semmes. The event will include Heritage Park's open house, historical demonstrations, cake walks, plant sales, may pole dances, entertainment, seed planting for Arbor Day, and plenty of old fashioned fun.
Tacos & Tequila Festival
The TACOS & TEQUILA FESTIVAL brings you2 Days of Family FUN with FREE ENTRY & PARKINGMay 3rd (10am - 6pm) & May 4th (10am - 5pm)19477 Fairground Road, Robertsdale, AL 36567-FOOD TRUCKS with a variety of TACOS & regular menu items.-Beer -Wine -TEQUILA - Mixed Drinks - Only $6 Each-Unique Artists & Crafters - Large Variety of Snacks-FUN Contests throughout the day for $CASH$-Huge kid zone -Petting Zoo - Pony Rides-The BEST Live Music ALL Day!Bring A Chair - Brink a BlanketBrink a pop-up tent! Stay All Day!-Yard Games to include Corn Hole!-No outside food or drinksFor More Info Visit: www.beachlifeevents.comFollow the Event Page for the latest Announcements.https://www.facebook.com/events/edit/1153053276166543
Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! This spring/summer, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from April 26 through June 28. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon. Learn more and register to become a vendor at www.cityofmobile.org/events!
Chess Club for All Ages at Parkway
Chess Club for All Ages at Parkway
Whether you're brand new to the game, need a refresher, or just want to talk about how to win checkmate, come hang out with us at Parkway.
Mad Science
Mad Science
We have fun down to a science! Bring your Child or Teen to the Moorer Branch to explore science with fun and wacky crafts! We’ll be conducting all sorts of experiments. This is suitable for ages 8-14.
Chess Club for All Ages at Parkway
Chess Club for All Ages at Parkway
Learn chess for all ages! Whether you're brand new to the game, need a refresher, or just want to talk about how to win checkmate, come hang out with us at Parkway.
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Free First Sunday at the History Museum of Mobile & Colonial Fort Conde
Visit any time from 1 - 5 p.m. and enjoy free admission into the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Conde! On view: Painted Paged: Illuminated Manuscripts, 13th - 18th Centuries
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Free Build – Activity Room
Free Build – Activity Room
All ages. Our Activity Room will be open and stocked with Lincoln logs, blocks, LEGOs, and more. This is unstructured free play and exploration. Parents are required to directly supervise their children and help clean up. Stop by and see what you can build!
Homeschool Teens D&D
Homeschool Teens D&D
Begin your epic adventure with Dungeons and Dragons! Join us at West in the Teens Programming Room for a Homeschool Teen-led Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Registration is required. For more information or additional way to register, please email Ms. Jennifer at jthomas2@mplonline.org or call the fiction desk at 251-340-8565.
Chess Club at West
Chess Club at West
Event Details All ages club – beginners and experienced players welcome! Join us in the Meeting Room every Monday to learn how to play or improve your skill at the game of chess! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. No experience is necessary to join the club – just enthusiasm and good sportsmanship!
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Read & Play Storytime
Read & Play Storytime
Event Details Join us in the youth programming room to enjoy storytime with books, songs, fingerplays, and more! Stimulate your baby’s developing senses and help them build listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader. Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and making new friends. Age Group: Ages 0-5 For more information, please call 251-340-1507 or email mainyou@mplonline.org.
Good Listener’s Storytime at Parkway
Good Listener’s Storytime at Parkway
Inspiring a passion for reading! Join us for fun with stories, words that rhyme, games and crafts too! This storytime event is designed for ages 3 – 7. Children will have the opportunity to interact with others and practice social skills in a place where everyone is learning! Registration is required. To register, or for more information, please email Jade Gregory at jgregory@mplonline.org, or call her at (251) 494-4454.
Homeschool Connect
Homeschool Connect
Supporting homeschool families at West Regional Library! Homeschool families are encouraged to join us in the Meeting Room for fun and engaging monthly programs for the whole family. Ages 6-11
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Good Listener Storytime at Moorer
Good Listener Storytime at Moorer
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. Ages 0-5
Wonderful Wednesday Storytime at Theodore
Wonderful Wednesday Storytime at Theodore
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come – first served. For more information, please call (251)662-9676 or email the Theodore Oaks Circulation Desk at theocir@mplonline.org.
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin’ going on! Ages 0-5
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Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin’ going on! Ages 0-5
SFPL Storytime
SFPL Storytime
Join us Thursday mornings at 10:00AM in the Spanish Fort Public Library children's section for Storytime at the library! Thursday morning storytimes are structured for ages 2 - 5 years (Pre-K).
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Free Build
Free Build
All ages. Our Activity Room will be open and stocked with Lincoln logs, blocks, LEGOs, and more. This is unstructured free play and exploration. Parents are required to directly supervise their children and help clean up. Stop by and see what you can build!
Children’s – Free Build!
Children’s – Free Build!
If you can dream it, you can build it using building blocks during our open play Free Build program!
LODA Artwalk Celebrates National Scavenger Hunt Day
LODA Artwalk Celebrates National Scavenger Hunt Day
Come out for artwalk and check out amazing local vendors while strolling through beautiful downtown Mobile.
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Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! This spring/summer, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from April 26 through June 28. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon.
Mother’s Day Market at the Loop
Mother’s Day Market at the Loop
Pop’s Midtown presents: Our 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Market at the Loop! Celebrate moms (and local makers!) with us at midtown’s favorite spring tradition featuring: Local vendors + artists Live music by Meredith Hicks to keep it breezy Gorgeous plants for gifting (or keeping) Frosé on tap (yes please) Fresh popcorn & treats...and plenty of love for Mom! Free to attend — family-friendly, photo-worthy, & always a good time.
Mother’s Day @ the Garden Center
Mother’s Day @ the Garden Center
Join us for our 5th annual Mother’s Day Event at the Garden Center May 10th from 9am-3pm!We will have activities for the kids and sales going on!Make sure to press “interested” or “going” so you can receive notifications from the event!We can’t wait to see everyone!
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Memories with Mom
Make this Mother’s Day one to remember with a celebration full of strikes, smiles, and special moments! Mother’s Day Package – Only $13 per person! Includes: One Game of Bowling Shoe Rental $10 Bonus Arcade Card Extra Sweet Deal: Dine with us at Alley 25 and Mom gets half off her entree (some exclusions apply). We’re bringing the fun, the food, and the feels—just bring Mom and we’ll handle the rest! Whether it’s brunch, bowling, or both, we’ve got everything you need to show her how much she means to you. All Day | Sunday, May 11th Eastern Shore Lanes & Alley 25 Restaurant Let the good times roll—RSVP today and treat Mom to a day she’ll cherish forever!
Mother’s Day Clay Extravaganza
Mother’s Day Clay Extravaganza
We are doing it again this year!!!! Come celebrate Mother’s Day with us! Due to limited space *Reservations are required* call to book your time!!May 11th10am-4pm $40 per personIn this class each guest will get to make 1 large or 2 small items on the potters wheel, with assistance. Plus pictures will be taken to help you capture the moment! Classes will take approx 1 hour (depending on group size) and your artwork will be fired and returned to you in a couple of weeks. Book your class soon, spaces are limited. Family classes will be booked hourly throughout the day. Your time slot is private for your family.This class is for all ages, no experience required. Fun for the whole family!!! Call or text to book your time slots!! 251-298-7899
Mother’s Day at Pier House on the Causeway
Mother’s Day at Pier House on the Causeway
Celebrate the moms, grandmothers, and mother figures who mean the world to you this Mother’s Day at Pier House! Complimentary mimosa or mocktail for every mom dining from our menuA special surprise to make her day unforgettable Tables are filling fast—book yours now https://bit.ly/PierHouseCauseway
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LEGO® Free Build
LEGO® Free Build
Every Monday 3:30 - 5 pm, patrons are invited to the Spanish Fort Public Library to exercise their creativity and practice their engineering skills by constructing their very own LEGO® creation. This program is limited to the amount of LEGO®base boards. Each participant must sign in at the front desk to receive their base. Bases will be passed out on a first come, first served basis beginning at 3:30PM. Completed creations are labeled with the creator name and displayed in the library for the rest of the week. All displays are taken apart and bricks are returned to the bins on Saturdays in preparation for the next program. Please do not bring in outside plastic bricks/LEGO®. Bricks/LEGO®used in this program are property of SFPL
Minecraft & Mario
Minecraft & Mario
Play Minecraft and Mario games on the Xbox and Nintendo Switch with friends. Ages 6-11 @4 p.m.-4:45 p.m.Ages 12-18 @5 p.m.-5:45 p.m. Please call, message us here on facebook, or sign up in person to register!
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$7 Open Jump at Pump it Up
$7 Open Jump at Pump it Up
Open Jump for CHEAP?? YES PLEASE! Join us for our most affordable jump at the end of your week! Only $7 + tax per child and parents are free.
The Mama Village- monthly meet ups
The Mama Village- monthly meet ups
The Mama Village is a FREE motherhood support group for mamas with babies aged 0-2.The group is facilitated by perinatal therapist Morgan Bradwell, LICSW, PMH-C of Village Therapy Collective & perinatal chiropractor Dr. Tiffany Jones, DC of Liberation Chiropractic & Wellness. We meet once a month on Fridays from 12-1pm at Redbar Espresso. Buying a coffee, smoothie, or lunch from Redbar is encouraged as a way of thanking them for freely offering us a space to meet. Pro tip - get to Redbar a few minutes early to place your order before their lunch rush! Babies welcome!! If you have a toddler, we do suggest bringing some small activities for them to play with. But of course, no judgment if you'd rather come solo and have a self-care hour without baby * Disclaimer - This group is not psychotherapy or chiropractic care, nor is it a replacement for psychotherapy or chiropractic care.
Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2
Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2
You all have made our first two installments of our Spring Movies in the Park series so phenomenal; let's keep that same energy for our third and final installment of the season! We will be at Mardi Gras Park in Downtown Mobile on Friday, May 16 for our showing of Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2, and per usual, we have a variety of pre-film entertainment and activities planned for our guests! Enjoy our interactive "Emotion Stations", each featuring activities based off of the six major emotions highlighted in the film: Joy Sadness Anger Fear Disgust And newcomer emotion, Anxiety We will also have our "Emotion Art Showcase" featuring art based on the emotions featured in the film and created by youth from local schools and art programs in the city! (Click here for more details on the art showcase: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BRHag2TuC/ ) Guests are also invited to cosplay their favorite emotion in the film, including other newcomers Embarrassment, Envy, and Ennui (Boredom)! And this is just a taste of what we are planning! More details to come so be sure to check the Discussion tab regularly for new updates! This film is one that guests of ALL ages will enjoy, so we hope to see you and your family/friends there!
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Crepe Myrtle Tail Festival 2025
2025 Spring Festival on the shores of sunny Mobile Bay, at the heart of the parkway, McNally Park! Join us for kayaking, food, fun, music and community directly following the Crepe Myrtle Trail bicycle ride by Mobile United that now begins and ends at McNally Park. Free to the public. Artists and vendors are needed! Proceeds from this event directly serve this 501(c)(3)'s mission to improve public infrastructure in the community, mitigate localized flooding in neighbors, and reduce coastal erosion through the addition of breakwaters on the Western Shores of Mobile Bay.
Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians: Cultural Festival
Saturday, May 17 | 11 am - 3 pmFree admission Join us for a meaningful cultural experience in partnership with the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Cultural Affairs Programs. This family-friendly event features live performances, cultural artifact sharing, and engaging discussions centered on Jeffrey Gibson’s Round Dancing. The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians are descendants of those who resisted relocation during the Trail of Tears, preserving their heritage as a sovereign nation of over 11,000 Tribal members—including artist Jeffrey Gibson. This presentation will explore the deep cultural influences woven into his contemporary work, highlighting its connections to Choctaw traditions. Come celebrate the richness of Choctaw culture and gain insight into the artistic inspiration behind Round Dancing
Tanner Williams Farmers Market
Join us at Tanner Williams Community Park for the monthly Tanner Williams Farmers Market! From 9am-1pm, enjoy browsing our selection of local, farm-fresh foods and handmade household goods! Held on the third Saturday of the month. Come shop locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, handmade household products, and more! Located at beautiful Tanner Williams Community Park. If you would like to participate as a vendor, please contact Paige Poiroux Wilkinson at 251-377-8809 (text or call). Vendors booths are $10 and must have the majority of their booth filled with foods or handmade household necessities
Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! This spring/summer, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from April 26 through June 28. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon.
May Day Celebration 2025
May Day Celebration 2025
Mark your calendars for one of Daphne's most beloved events! Join us Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at May Day Park for a day filled with family fun and nostalgia! Experience the May Day magic with:• Carnival rides, bungees, and inflatables!• BBQ from our Daphne Police!• Crafts and activities for the kids!• Sweet treats from Ice Cream Social Serving Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice Cream and Tap and Pour!• Face painting!• Learn how to throw a cast net from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM and much more! Did you know that Daphne's May Day celebrations date back to 1911! Let's keep this cherished tradition going in 2025!
North Baldwin Chamber Crawfish Cookoff
North Baldwin Chamber Crawfish Cookoff
Join us Saturday, May 17th, and enjoy crawfish, corn, potatoes, cold drinks, live music, and more in a team challenge cook-off competition!Bring the kids and enjoy the afternoon as this unique event is fun for the whole family. This time-honored event offers something for everyone. This is a relaxed, fun environment to kick off summer in North Baldwin..... You don't want to miss this!
Movie Night at the Pool
Movie Night at the Pool
MOANA 2 MOVIE NIGHT! Join us at the pool for a night of fun in the sun (or stars!) Come dressed in your Hawaiian best for a costume contest at 5:30 PM (winner gets a $5 snack bar credit!). May 17 | 5–9 PM | Guests Welcome for $5! Let’s make waves together—see you there!
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$7 Open Jump at Pump it Up
$7 Open Jump at Pump it Up
Open Jump for CHEAP?? YES PLEASE! Join us for our most affordable jump at the end of your week! Only $7 + tax per child and parents are free.
Sunday Sunset Concert Series
Sunday Sunset Concert Series
Join us for our SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT SERIES at Daphne's Bayfront Park! Sunday, May 18, 2025 • 6:00 - 7:30 PM"Everybody's Here" Bring your chairs, picnic snacks and your loved ones to soak in the magic of music and community under the setting sun. Don't miss out on this FREE event - see you there!
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Free Build Activity Room Fairhope Public Library
Free Build Activity Room Fairhope Public Library
All ages. Our Activity Room will be open and stocked with Lincoln logs, blocks, LEGOs, and more. This is unstructured free play and exploration. Parents are required to directly supervise their children and help clean up. Stop by and see what you can build!
Baby Story Time
Baby Story Time
Baby story time is such a sweet time for families! Join us Monday mornings at 10am for songs, books, and activities designed for our youngest patrons. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Ages 15 and under require an accompanying adult. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Lego Free Build- Spanish Fort Library
Lego Free Build- Spanish Fort Library
Every Monday 3:30 - 5 pm, patrons are invited to the Spanish Fort Public Library to exercise their creativity and practice their engineering skills by constructing their very own LEGO® creation. This program is limited to the amount of LEGO®base boards. Each participant must sign in at the front desk to receive their base. Bases will be passed out on a first come, first served basis beginning at 3:30PM. Completed creations are labeled with the creator name and displayed in the library for the rest of the week. All displays are taken apart and bricks are returned to the bins on Saturdays in preparation for the next program. Please do not bring in outside plastic bricks/LEGO®. Bricks/LEGO®used in this program are property of SFPL
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Read & Play Storytime
Read & Play Storytime
Join us in the youth programming room to enjoy storytime with books, songs, fingerplays, and more! Stimulate your baby’s developing senses and help them build listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader. Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and making new friends. This program is best suited for ages 0-3. For more information, please call 251-340-1507 or email mainyou@mplonline.org.
Toddler Story Time & Play
Toddler Story Time & Play
Toddler Story Time is a fun way to get your child learning, moving, and socializing with other toddlers! During Toddler Story Time we sing songs, read books, and play. Join us Tuesday mornings at 10am.
Tuesday Time Out Storytime
Tuesday Time Out Storytime
Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination!
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Good Listener Storytime at Moorer
Good Listener Storytime at Moorer
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning.
Tales & Tunes with Mrs. Tori
Tales & Tunes with Mrs. Tori
Let’s listen while moving & grooving in our fun storytime! Join Mrs. Tori for an interactive session of storytelling, singing, and using egg shakers or scarves. We will also be making a craft. Ideal for ages 0-12.
Wonderful Wednesday Storytime at Theodore
Wonderful Wednesday Storytime at Theodore
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come – first served. For more information, please call (251)662-9676 or email the Theodore Oaks Circulation Desk at theocir@mplonline.org.
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Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin’ going on!
SFPL Storytime
SFPL Storytime
Join us Thursday mornings at 10:00AM in the Spanish Fort Public Library children's section for Storytime at the library! Thursday morning storytimes are structured for ages 2 - 5 years (Pre-K).
Summer Reading Kickoff
Summer Reading Kickoff
Get ready to color our world this summer at the Daphne Public Library! At our grand Summer Reading Kick-Off, you will be able to pick up your Summer Reading goodie bag full of reading materials, enjoy hot dogs, and watch live entertainment performed by the Wow Factor Science Show! Free family fun for ALL AGES!
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Memorial Day Weekend
Come celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at OWA Parks & Resort! We're honoring our nation’s heroes and kicking off summer with three days of star-spangled fun, family-friendly activities, and exciting entertainment. Starting Friday, May 23, guests can enjoy a bubble truck party, patriotic kids activities including a historical scavenger hunt, lawn games, and more. Coca-Cola will also be on site for a special Share a Coke activation—get a personalized Coke while supplies last! Uncle Sam will also be roaming Downtown for memorable photo ops! On Saturday, enjoy patriotic kids crafts, the Star Spangled Acrobatic Show by Luminary Entertainment, and live music on the Island Stage featuring Howling Grace and Edgewood Heavy. The evening ends with a patriotic fireworks show at 8:50 Ppm! Wrap up the weekend on Sunday with a Boat Making Contest, more games and inflatables, and a special Dive-In Movie Night* at Tropic Falls’ Big Water Bay featuring Stuart Little—float in the wave pool while you watch! Whether you’re from around the corner or just in town for the weekend, OWA is the place to be for Memorial Day fun, family memories, and summer vibes. * A General Admission ticket is required to watch the movie in Tropic Falls. Purchase your Tropic Falls General Admission Tickets here: https://visitowa.com/tickets Schedule of Events Friday, May 23· 2-5 pm – Bubble Truck in Downtown OWA· 2-until – Share a Coke! Grab your personalized Coke can at the Splashpad while supplies last.· 2-8 pm – Free Kids activities throughout Downtown OWA· 2-8 pm – Uncle Sam Meet & Greet photo ops in Downtown OWA Saturday, May 24· 2-3:30 pm – Luminary Entertainment Star Spangled Show at the Native Treasures Alcove.· 2-4:30 pm – Free Kids Crafts in Downtown OWA.· 3-4:30 pm – Live Music from The BIG Reveal on OWA Island· 5-6:30 pm – Live Music from Howling Grace Band on OWA Island· 7-8:50 pm – Live Music from Edgewood Heavy on OWA Island· 8:50-9 pm – Fireworks viewable throughout the property Sunday, May 25· 2-5 pm – Free Kids Activities at the Downtown OWA· 2-6 pm – Lawn Games on the Island· 2-6 pm – 40ft Patriot Challenge Obstacle Course at the Native Treasures Alcove· 5pm-until – Dive-in Movie night* at Big Water Bay. Guests can enjoy Stuart Little (1999 | PG).
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2nd Annual Frand Bay Food Truck Festival & Family Fun Day
Cane Brew & Frank n Lola's invite you to join us and over 30 food trucks and craft vendors at the Second Annual Grand Bay Food Truck Festival & Family Fun Day! Featuring food and fun for all ages!Join us 6p Saturday Night for a spectacular performance by the one and only RED AND THE REVELERS We are thrilled to announce the STARS of the 2nd Annual Grand Bay Food Truck Festival & Family Fun Day Southern Bay Cruisers and Classics Car Show Saturday 5/24/25 Wags N Whiskers Pet Adoption Saturday & Sunday Food Trucks Holly Jolly SnowconesBurger BoxShucky D’s ConcessionLa TaqueriaLa FruteriaMrRooster MxLil Donut FactoryJojo’s WingsTwist SushiFrank N Lola’sCoastal SnowEiland’s CreameryM & M ConcessionsTater BinDaughtry’s ConcessionFrankie Faye’s Good Eatin’Meatbawl's FoodTruckBoogie ChicksB & T Island RootsShux Y’all Fire Roasted CornSmokin' GringosGuys GrillSemmes House of PizzaDixie DelightMamie & Pop’s Snowcones and MoreLovi’s SeafoodFood Truck FrenzyThe Shrimp Box Market Vendors Coastal CoolersLove by JMC-4 Cattle Co.Sam’s Club4 Hearts Freeze Dried SnacksK & B DelightsGranny Pryor’s Pound CakeSweet Tooth ConfectionsMK FreshiesHoney Of The HillBeads By Sam251treatsSweet Peony PrintsLife’s LemonsClary Sage ApothecaryGrand Bay Auto SupplySouth 45 DesignsShop The Season BoutiqueSo Jam DeliciousGalleria Jewelry & LoanAmerican Legion Post 250 - Wreaths Across AmericaPirates PicklesCoastal Coolers Gourmet SodaT-MobileAlchemist’s Hot SauceMisC CreationsThe Cup Cake LadyCane Brew See less
Puppy Palooza at Eastern Shore Centre
It’s time to {PAW}TY Join us on Saturday, May 24 from 11 AM – 2 PM on The Green near California Dreaming for the {first} Puppy Palooza at Eastern Shore Centre! This event will feature live music, pet adoptions, a fido marketplace, doggy activities, K9 splash zone, pop-up + retailer pop-ups, puppy palooza SWAG, giveaways, + MORE! There is something for the whole family, two legged and four legged alike! Puppy Palooza benefits our friends at the Baldwin Humane Society! Interested in being a vendor? Contact Sidney Carol at scbarnhardt@crawfordsq.com!
Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival 2025
The Caribbean Culture on the Gulf Coast will be celebrated. With the backing of the backing of Mobile Parks and Recreation, Level Up Entertainment, and the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Association, the streets of Downtown Mobile will be the scene of beautiful caribbean costumes, music, and good clean family fun. A parade through downtown will end at Mardi Gras Park, where Mobile County Parks and Recreation Department has approved the FIRST EVER Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Festival. Its a festival celebrating the culture near and dear to our hearts. So come one come all May 25th, 2025 1pm. There will be vendors, food, music, performances and good family fun!!!
Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Spring/Summer Market in the Park
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! This spring/summer, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from April 26 through June 28. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon. Learn more and register to become a vendor at www.cityofmobile.org/events!
STREAM Saturday: Kinesiology
STREAM Saturday: Kinesiology
Registration is open for our next STREAM Saturday event, happening Saturday, May 24! This time we are partnering with MPRD Fitness and the Gulf Coast Fitness Palooza to present Kinesiology: The Science of Movement ! Have you ever wondered how muscles work or why some people run faster than others? Young "STREAMers" are invited to Mardi Gras Park where they will explore how muscles and bones work together by dissecting frog specimens and uncovering the secrets of motion. They will also be able to roll up their sleeves and build their very own model arm to see biomechanics in action! Come out to learn the science behind every step, jump and stretch! Limited spots are available so be sure to sign up for this event today! https://mprd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail... *Please note that pre-registration IS required. There will be no on-site registration for this event.* The rain location will be James Seals Community Center, located at 540 Texas Street.
Doughnut and Juice Jump!
Doughnut and Juice Jump!
Visit us, get wiggles out, and enjoy your weekend! $13 + tax per child. Price includes a Krispy Kreme doughnut and a juice for the kids! All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time
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Memorial Weekend Celebration @ The Gulf
MEMORIAL WEEKEND CELEBRATION @ THE GULF Experience Memorial Day Weekend at The Gulf—where cold cocktails, Gulf Coast eats, and sunshine vibes come together for the perfect long weekend. 
Fireworks – Friday at dusk 
Aperol Sundays with Live DJ – Sunday, 5–9 PM 
All-Day Fun – Monday, 11 AM–9 PM Kick off summer with us by the water. Whether you’re here with family and friends or just looking to relax, we’ve got the Gulf Coast eats, refreshing cocktails, a live DJ, and a view to make it unforgettable. 
All ages welcome 
Full menu served daily Handcrafted cocktails + laid-back vibes 
Open-air seating, Gulf breezes & room to roam No tickets, no fuss—just good food, great views, and the energy only The Gulf can serve up. See you this weekend!
Hooves & Heroes Free Family Day
Hooves & Heroes Farm Day! Join us this Memorial Day to honor the brave men and women who sacrificed for our freedom, with a family-friendly celebration of remembrance, horses, and farm fun. Time: 11am-4:00pmEvent: FREE to enter and enjoy our farm! Horse Rides $5.00/Each Maynard Family FarmsWill be setup at our event with their mobile Petting Zoo! Petting Zoo Time: 1:00 - 4:00Tickets: $5.00 Each InflatablesBucks Party Rentals$8.00 Unlimited Jump Bands MULTIPLE SHOPPING VENDORS Free Parking
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Flag Lowering Ceremony
Flag Lowering Ceremony
Join us as we pause to remember those Americans who have given their all for our country and those veterans who have now left us. There will be a flag lowering ceremony at Vietnam Memorial. The ceremony is open to the public and free to attend.
Memorial Day Flag Relay
Memorial Day Flag Relay
USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park is proud to be the last stop for the Memorial Day Flag Relay. The relay will begin in West Mobile and end on the USS Alabama. Two Flag Carriers will carry the American Flag and POW/MIA flag for 1 mile along the 25-mile route. For more information or to register for this free event, please call 251-649-1430. Spectators who wish to be at the park should plan to arrive by 10:30 a.m. and must pay $5 to park vehicles at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park.
Main Street Beats
Main Street Beats
Main Street Beats Description: We're spinning more than just up town beats every Monday night during the summer season. Grab the kiddos and come out to enjoy entertainment and dance to the rhythm of the beat with DJ Matt, experience the Reptile Bus or get your face painted all season long. Date + Time: Mondays; May 26 - July 28 | 6-9 pm Where: Main Street Cost: FREE admission + parking; some activities cost $5-10 Schedule: - DJ Matt: 6-9 pm - Reptile Bus: 6-9 pm - SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Other: May 26 - Fireworks + Bubble Truck 6:30-8:30 pm Link: Learn More (FB Event Page)
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Sunset Sounds at Portside
Sunset Sounds at Portside
Sunset Sounds at Portside Description: Join us every Tuesday for Sunset Sounds at Portside, where live music meets waterfront vibes! Enjoy an evening of great tunes featuring face painting, the Reptile Bus, Cornhole boards, giant Jenga + so much more. You don't want to miss the stunning sunset views from the beautiful green space. Grab a drink, relax with friends, and let the music set the mood. Date + Time: Tuesdays; May 27 - July 29 | 6-9 pm Where: Portside on Main Cost: FREE admission + parking; some activities cost $5-10 Schedule: - Kids' Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm - SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Link: Learn More (FB Event Page)
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Pepsi Summer Adventure
Pepsi Summer Adventure
Attention, Scouts! Gather your patrol and embark on an epic summer adventure every Wednesday at The Wharf. Your mission? To navigate the great Pepsi Summer Adventure Quest! Start your journey by reporting to the Pepsi Outpost, where you'll receive your official adventure map. Then, set out on a thrilling scavenger hunt, following the trail to uncover hidden waypoints and complete your quest. Once you've checked off every challenge, return to Base Camp where "X" marks the spot to claim your well-earned reward! After your adventure, stick around to enjoy music from DJ Matt and witness the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. Ready your maps and sharpen your skills—it’s time to blaze the trail for a great cause.
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Fairhope Farmers Market
Fairhope Farmers Market
Join us for Fairhope's Spring/Summer Farmers Market, starting April 3rd! The market will be held every Thursday afternoon from 3 PM to 6 PM behind the Fairhope Public Library. Discover a wide array of fresh produce, homemade breads, honey, locally-raised beef, and much more! There will also be face painting for the kids each week, along with exciting giveaways! Support your local farmers and small businesses by shopping at the Fairhope Farmers Market this spring! Parking: Farmers market visitors can park on Magnolia Avenue in designated spots marked “farmers market parking only.” Additional parking is available in Arts Alley! You can also call the Downtown shuttle for a ride directly to the farmers market!
Food Truck Festival @MMofA
Food Truck Festival @MMofA
Join us for a delicious evening at Mobile Museum of Art’s Food Truck Night! Free EntryEnjoy a variety of local flavors from some of the best food trucks in the area, all set against the backdrop of art and community. Bring your appetite and come hang out with us for a night of great food and good vibes!
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Splash Bash- Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Splash Bash- Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Kick off the 2025 Summer Reading Program with our annual Splash Bash! Join us for water slides, a bouncy house, splash pad, crafts, snowcones & more! All ages are welcome! Bring your swimsuit & join us for some fun!