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Fair Food Week
Week-long event featuring amazing fair foods, great vibes, happy times, 30 merch vendors, and music & games on Saturday.
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Boat Show on the Bay
Get ready for an exciting weekend at Boat Show on the Bay from April 4-6, 2025, at the USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile, AL! This family-friendly event features live music, over 100 vendors, food trucks, and boats of all kinds. Bring the whole family—pets are welcome too, and coolers are allowed (no glass).
Food Truck Friday in Semmes
Join us for a variety of great Food Trucks in the park on Fridays! Follow the events for updates on the trucks coming, their menus, and any entertainment we may have. Inflatable fun is sponsored by South Alabama Inflatables.
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Freedom House Car Show
Bring your ride and join us for an awesome day! This is a family friendly event. All vehicle types are welcome!Door prizesFoodSilent auction50/50 Split the PotGames and more!
Reenactment of the Battle of Fort Blakeley
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Price: $10 adults, $5 kids ages 6-12, kids under 6 free. Veterans $5. Pay at gate (Tickets for cruises include general admission to the reenactment) The Spanish Fort Masonic Lodge will be on site with pulled pork sandwiches, chips, and drinks throughout the day.
2025 Spring Fling
The 2025 Spring Fling, held at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale, Alabama, will host 100+ vendors from all around the south! Shop with crafters, bakers, boutiques, direct sales, and many unique vendors to help you find the perfect gift for someone special. Be sure to grab some food from our food vendors at the outside portion of our market. We also give complimentary shopping bags to our first 100 customers!Baldwin County Boss Babes love to give back to our community. We are requesting a door donation for entry to benefit the South Baldwin Scouting Association
Abba Shrine Antique & Craft Show
Saturday show time 9-5Sunday show time 10-4Snack bar availableFor Vendor info please contact Elsie Davis 251-895-3821 Admission $4, with credit card $5
The Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny will be at the Bass Pro Shop in Spanish Fort from 10-4! Free 4 x 6 PhotoPackages Available
18th Annual Wilmer Hall Pancake Breakfast
18th Annual Wilmer Hall Pancake Breakfast
Join us on the front lawn of Wilmer Hall (3811 Old Shell Rd.) on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 7 - 10 AM for pancakes, music by the Excelsior Band, appearances by USA Cheerleaders and Football Players, the Easter Bunny and MORE! All benefits go to Wilmer Hall. Keep checking back here for further updates!
Steps for Inclusion 5K
Steps for Inclusion 5K
Support Arc of the Gulf Coast on April 5th and join the 5K walk, roll or fun run at OWA! Proceeds benefit the special needs community, raising funds for important programs like Community Engagement, Summer Camps, Employment Services, Residential Housing and more. Bring your family and friends for this day of fun, fresh air and community support! Register early online to receive a FREE t-shirt!
Bunny Hop 5k + Fun Run presented by Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club
Bunny Hop 5k + Fun Run presented by Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club
Hop over + join in on the fun while benefiting a great cause. The Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club is hosting the 14th annual Bunny Hop 5K + Fun Run in memory of Ann Reese Grote. Proceeds will benefit the Ann Reese Grote Memorial Scholarship, which is given to a graduating senior at Gulf Shores High School and Orange Beach High School who is committed to service within their community. See you… here! Where Main Street, Wharf Parkway Date Saturday, April 5 Time 8:30 am Event Schedule Packet pick-up will be between 7 am and 8 am the morning of the race 5K begins at 8:30 am + Fun Run immediately after Cost 5K: $30 Race Fee Fun Run: $25 Race Fee Other Remembering Anne Reese's Facebook Page
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Malbis Spring Market
Join us at our Spring event for Malbis Market on Sunday, April 6th. We will be showcasing over 50 local vendors! This is a FREE family friendly event. Come out to the beautiful Historic Malbis Nursery and shop local! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oyster City Market
Oyster City Market
Join us at Oyster City Brewing Company on Sunday April 6th, from 1-5PM for an afternoon of shopping, sipping, and supporting local makers! Our Oyster City Vendor Market brings together a fantastic lineup of local artists, crafters, and small businesses, offering everything from handmade goods to unique finds. Enjoy a cold beer while you browse, meet the talented vendors behind the products, and soak in the vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or just want to treat yourself, there’s something for everyone! Great Beer | Local Vendors | Good Vibes Food Trucks:Semmes House of PizzaPS Taco Mark your calendar and bring your friends—this is a market you won’t want to miss!
Free First Sunday
Free First Sunday
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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Karaoke on the Patio with DJ MoJo!
Karaoke on the Patio with DJ MoJo!
Karaoke on the Patio at deMaiz Taco Cantina! Get ready to sing your heart out! Join us every Monday for Karaoke on the Patio, hosted by the one and only DJ MoJo! Dates: Every Monday on the Patio! Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: deMaiz Taco Cantina Food & Drink Specials: Enjoy delicious tacos, cold drinks, and a night full of great music and fun vibes! Whether you’re a karaoke pro or just want to belt out your favorite song with friends, this is your time to shine! Bring your crew, grab a mic, and let’s make Mondays the best night of the week. All ages welcome – fun for the whole family! No cover charge – just come ready to sing and have a good time! Tag your karaoke squad and mark your calendars – you don’t want to miss it!
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Musical Bingo at deMaiz Taco Cantina!
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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Run Club @ Braided River
Run Club @ Braided River
Braided River's Run Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m.! This public run club is open to all levels and ability, including walkers, marathoners, kids and even dogs. You can choose from a 5K or 1-mile route, both of which take off from the taproom at 6 p.m. Join Downtown Runners United By Beer afterward in the taproom for raffles, camaraderie and ice-cold craft beer!
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Food Truck Friday in Semmes
Join us for a variety of great Food Trucks in the park on Fridays! Follow the events for updates on the trucks coming, their menus, and any entertainment we may have. Inflatable fun is sponsored by South Alabama Inflatables.
Seagrass Village Strawberry Festival
Seagrass Village Strawberry Festival
Seagrass Village of Daphne Strawberry Festival. Sample all things strawberry!
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Baldwin County Strawberry Festival
Baldwin County Strawberry Festival
9am to 5pm Saturday & Sunday Vendors, Carnival & Free Entertainment & Admission
Daphne’s Easter Egg Dash
Daphne’s Easter Egg Dash
Join us for Daphne's annual Easter Egg Dash on Saturday, April 12, 2024 at Al Trione Sports Complex! Enjoy games, inflatables, food vendors, and music! Don't forget to bring your basket - see you there! Stayed tuned to our social media pages for more information regarding this event.
15th Mobile Chocolate Festival
15th Mobile Chocolate Festival
The 15th Annual Mobile Chocolate is a wonderful, one day family fun event! There will be vendors offering samples of their chocolate-related products as well as selling their products. Vendors vary from having chocolate-themed wares to succulent confections to jewelry to bath and body products. Also free activities featured: Children’s Area, Mobile Fixture’s “Decorate Your Apron” Booth, Cupcake Booth, Chocolate Martini tasting, Fishing Booth, and Magic Memories Photo Booth; enjoy live music, Chocolate Challenge featuring professionals, amateurs, and youth divisions, Project Yum Way where students and aspiring designers participate in a fashion display of chocolate inspired fashions made from chocolate candy wrappers, Cruise-In, and the Easter Egg Scramble!
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Karaoke on the Patio with DJ MoJo!
Karaoke on the Patio with DJ MoJo!
Karaoke on the Patio at deMaiz Taco Cantina! Get ready to sing your heart out! Join us every Monday for Karaoke on the Patio, hosted by the one and only DJ MoJo! Dates: Every Monday on the Patio! Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: deMaiz Taco Cantina Food & Drink Specials: Enjoy delicious tacos, cold drinks, and a night full of great music and fun vibes! Whether you’re a karaoke pro or just want to belt out your favorite song with friends, this is your time to shine! Bring your crew, grab a mic, and let’s make Mondays the best night of the week. All ages welcome – fun for the whole family! No cover charge – just come ready to sing and have a good time! Tag your karaoke squad and mark your calendars – you don’t want to miss it!
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Daphne Library’s Spring Break Book Bash
Daphne Library’s Spring Break Book Bash
You're invited to our Spring Break Book Bash luau on Tuesday, April 15th 2025! This event will take place at the Daphne Civic Center from 2-4 pm, and will have tons of FREE FUN for the whole family. Get ready to play games, win prizes, eat hot dogs, meet the Easter Bunny, and make crafts! But the fun doesn't stop there! We will also have special guests! Balloon artists, face painters, local author Candice Marley Conner, and more!
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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.
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!
Run Club at Braided River
Run Club at Braided River
Braided River's Run Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m.! This public run club is open to all levels and ability, including walkers, marathoners, kids and even dogs. You can choose from a 5K or 1-mile route, both of which take off from the taproom at 6 p.m. Join Downtown Runners United By Beer afterward in the taproom for raffles, camaraderie and ice-cold craft beer!
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Food Truck Friday in Semmes
Join us for a variety of great Food Trucks in the park on Fridays! Follow the events for updates on the trucks coming, their menus, and any entertainment we may have. Inflatable fun is sponsored by South Alabama Inflatables.
Stream Saturday: Forensic Science
Stream Saturday: Forensic Science
Mobile Parks and Recreation Department is proud to announce the launch of the new STREAM program, our unique take on the STEM Mobile program many of you have come to love, but featuring elements of Recreation and Art! We are debuting our program on Saturday, April 19 at the Alabama School of Math and Science, and focusing on the theme of Forensic Science. Participants in grades K-8 are invited to: Become a forensic reconstruction artist for the day! Learn how real forensic experts uncover hidden prints on everyday surfaces by collecting latent fingerprints! Discover how bloodstains help detectives reconstruct events through bloodstain analysis! Plus, meet real forensic specialists and local law enforcement as they showcase demos, displays, and tools of the trade! Registration is open for this FREE program NOW! Click on the link below to sign your future forensic scientist up today! https://mprd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail... Please note that clicking "Going" to this event does not count as registration. Be sure to register at the link above!
The Mama Village- Monthly Meet Up
The Mama Village- Monthly Meet Up
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 : Disney’s The Lion King
Movies in the Park : Disney’s The Lion King
Alright, friends, it's time to mark your calendars for our next installment of our Spring Movies in the Park ! This time we are taking the fun to Heroes Park, located at 7171 Old Military Road in Theodore, where we will be showing the live-action feature film Disney's The Lion King ! The movie will begin promptly at dusk, however, we have some great pre-movie entertainment planned for our guests! For example, in honor of The Lion KING, we will have ROYALTY in the house in the form of two youth dance teams (Mobile Royal Heat and R.O.Y.A.L. IMPRINT) who will be performing African dance! We will also have Mr. Wayne Curtis of the Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers there to provide the perfect background beats for the event! And of course, we will have free popcorn, lawn games, face-painting, and more fun activities for the kiddos! We hope that you all can make it out on Friday, April 18...tell a friend and bring a friend! This event is sure to be enjoyable for all ages!
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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.
Sunshine Kids Caribbean Carnival in the Park
Get ready for a burst of sunshine! The Gulf Coast Sunshine Kids Carnival is coming to Cathedral Square on April 19, 2025 at 11 a.m. Imagine a world of vibrant colors and joyful sounds! Kids will be dressed in their most dazzling costumes, ready to march in a spectacular parade of troupes. Click the link to sign up for participation or to become a vendor!! https://forms.gle/zJrNqT6fVA6Gs32r6 Expect: Bouncing castles that will make them soar! Games galore to test their skills and win amazing prizes! Delicious treats to satisfy every craving! Face painting that will transform them into magical creatures! And so much more! Let's create a carnival memory that will last a lifetime!
Coastie the Safety Boat at the Exploreum
Come join us on select Saturdays at 11am, for a special visit from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and their friend, Coastie, the animated robotic boat! Learn all about water safety through an interactive learning experience for the whole family. Scheduled dates (subject to change):April 19th 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.April 26thJuly 12th (Shark Week)July 26th This is free for Exploreum members or included in general admission for non-members. Pricing can be found here: https://www.exploreum.com/plan-your-visit/hours-admission/ _______________________ Coastie teaches rules about what to do and not do in a water emergency situation. For instance, Coastie teaches “Reach or Throw But Never Go In.” This message along with interaction and instruction with Coastie teaches children how to throw or reach something to a person who is in trouble in the water rather than going in to try to save him. He also teaches slogans that kids remember like “Don’t Just Pack It! Wear Your Life Jacket!” and “Always Swim With A Buddy In A Supervised Area.” This program has already educated thousands of children since it was started in 1996 and interacted with children and their parents at Boat Shows, Schools, Parades and Hospitals all over the Columbus, Ohio area. Coastie has visited other cities such as Marietta, and Dayton, Ohio, Washington DC, Chicago, and St. Louis. He has even gone to Pittsburgh 1997-1998 for the Tri City Regatta and Parade. One of Coastie’s most recent educational programs that has also become an annual event is the Defense Logistic Agency, Summer Family Fun Festival Day, in Columbus, Ohio. The interaction is always very worthwhile at this event. The bottom line for Coastie is “Education and Saving Lives” while sharing the boating and water safety message with everyone he contacts. Coastie’s Team motto is “Saving Lives Through Education”.
Open Studio
Pop in and create something fun from our Maker Menu! See you there! No Reservations required. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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.
Pop’s Midtown Market at the Loop
Mark your calendars and save the date for the first Pop’s Midtown Market at the Loop of the year! We are excited to offer another chance to share our space with other small businesses and local artists and musicians this year so stay tuned for all upcoming dates! Join us SATURDAY, APRIL 19TH 8-2 farmer’s market-style where you will find OUTDOOR vendors providing: PLANTS & ARTUNIQUE GIFTSLOCAL VENDORSFRESH SQUEEZED LEMONADEFOOD TRUCKS & more!! We have so many exciting vendors lined up and can’t wait to see you all again to SHOP LOCAL! If you are interested in being a vendor -e-mail pop@popsmidtown.com. ONLY Pop’s Midtown’s verified page or that email address will contact you!!!
Kites Over Mobile
Join us on April 19 and 20 to fill the sky with vibrant kites and enjoy high-flying performances at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. Plus, this year we have a special guest — the Easter Bunny! Please note that Kites Over Mobile will start at 10 a.m. on April 19 and at noon on April 20. On both days, the event will end at 5 p.m. Highlights:- Professional kite demos- Show kite display- Kite hospital- Kites for sale (or bring your own)- Face painting- Live music & DJs- Easter Bunny photo opportunity (Saturday, April 19)- Easter egg hunts (Sunday, April 20)- Food trucks Easter Egg Hunts:- Ages 1-3 hunt from 2 to 2:30 p.m.- Ages 4-6 hunt from 3 to 3:30 p.m.- Ages 7-10 hunt from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Parking cost $5 for cars and $30 for RVs.
Easter Baking Class
Easter Baking Class
Suggested ages 6 and up. What a great way to have your kid chef contribute to your Easter feast. We will baking and decorating custom cross shaped cakes.
Park Pop Up Party
Park Pop Up Party
Park Pop-Up Party – Free Bibles, Goodies, Fun & Fellowship! We’d love for you to join us at **Medal of Honor Park** on **Saturday, April 19, from 10:00-11:30 AM** for a **Park Pop-Up Party!** We’ll have **FREE Bibles & goodies**. Kids can enjoy **kite-making kits, bubble wands, and sidewalk chalk** for some creative outdoor fun. Stop by, grab a gift, and enjoy a great morning with us! We can’t wait to see you there.
April 2025 Free Walking Tour with the Excelsior Band
April 2025 Free Walking Tour with the Excelsior Band
Excelsior Band – “Music Lesson & Second Line”Members of the Excelsior Band will discuss the history of the band and what it’s like to lead a Mardi Gras parade. You’ll even get to learn a song or two and play along with the band! All tours will begin at 10 a.m. each Saturday, departing from the Visit Mobile Welcome Center (located inside the History Museum of Mobile) in Downtown Mobile Visit Mobile is pleased to announce the return of free walking tours every Saturday in April 2025. Locals and visitors are invited to explore the city and enjoy a guided tour designed to educate participants on various topics involving Mobile culture, cuisine, history and more!
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Open Studio
Pop in and create something fun from our Maker Menu! See you there! No Reservations required. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Musical Bingo at deMaiz Taco Cantina!
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!
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Open Studio
Pop in and create something fun from our Maker Menu! See you there! No Reservations required. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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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.
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!
Run Club @ Braided River | Every Thursday @ 6 p.m.
Run Club @ Braided River | Every Thursday @ 6 p.m.
Braided River's Run Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m.! This public run club is open to all levels and ability, including walkers, marathoners, kids and even dogs. You can choose from a 5K or 1-mile route, both of which take off from the taproom at 6 p.m. Join Downtown Runners United By Beer afterward in the taproom for raffles, camaraderie and ice-cold craft beer!
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Charlotte’s Web
HOW Dance, Music, Drama & Film presents Charlotte's Web.A Story of Friendship, Faith, and Miracles.Tickets are $6. Reserve your seats: 251-599-8571Friday, April 25, 2025Matinee Show at 1:30 pmEvening Show at 6:30 pmwww.how-mobile.com
Bama Coast Cruisin’
Join us for one of the Gulf Coast’s most unique car shows! O’Reilly Auto Parts and Young’s Suncoast Vacation Rentals present the 16th Annual 2025 Bama Coast Cruisin’. This event features cars of ALL types — classic, hot rods, custom models and more. The family friendly weekend will be full of eye-catching cars, fun events and entertainment, a swap meet, food and Southern hospitality.
Food Truck Friday in Semmes
Join us for a variety of great Food Trucks in the park on Fridays! Follow the events for updates on the trucks coming, their menus, and any entertainment we may have. Inflatable fun is sponsored by South Alabama Inflatables.
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Coastie the Safety Boat at the Exploreum
Come join us on select Saturdays at 11am, for a special visit from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and their friend, Coastie, the animated robotic boat! Learn all about water safety through an interactive learning experience for the whole family. Scheduled dates (subject to change):April 19thApril 26th 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.July 12th (Shark Week)July 26th This is free for Exploreum members or included in general admission for non-members. Pricing can be found here: https://www.exploreum.com/plan-your-visit/hours-admission/ _______________________ Coastie teaches rules about what to do and not do in a water emergency situation. For instance, Coastie teaches “Reach or Throw But Never Go In.” This message along with interaction and instruction with Coastie teaches children how to throw or reach something to a person who is in trouble in the water rather than going in to try to save him. He also teaches slogans that kids remember like “Don’t Just Pack It! Wear Your Life Jacket!” and “Always Swim With A Buddy In A Supervised Area.” This program has already educated thousands of children since it was started in 1996 and interacted with children and their parents at Boat Shows, Schools, Parades and Hospitals all over the Columbus, Ohio area. Coastie has visited other cities such as Marietta, and Dayton, Ohio, Washington DC, Chicago, and St. Louis. He has even gone to Pittsburgh 1997-1998 for the Tri City Regatta and Parade. One of Coastie’s most recent educational programs that has also become an annual event is the Defense Logistic Agency, Summer Family Fun Festival Day, in Columbus, Ohio. The interaction is always very worthwhile at this event. The bottom line for Coastie is “Education and Saving Lives” while sharing the boating and water safety message with everyone he contacts. Coastie’s Team motto is “Saving Lives Through Education”.
Fantastical Forest Family Day
Join us in celebrating our newly designed Fantastical Forest exhibition through a day full of fun all about art and our environment! Register for a low-cost class to create your own Fantastical Shoe Box Diorama with Lucy Gafford (BYOB - Bring Your Own Box), enjoy a walk and sketch tour of our Long Leaf Pines with educators from Mobile Botanical Gardens, and meet our volunteers outside on the sculpture trail to make a nature collage. In addition to the day’s activities, general admission to the Museum will be free all day! Whether you're exploring our forests inside or out, the day will be full of creative fun for the whole family! For more information and to pre-register for building adiorama, visit our website at MobileMuseumofArt.com/Fantastical-Forest-Family
Earth Day Celebration
Join us on April 26th at Chickasabogue Park for an Earth Day Celebration! From 10 AM - 2 PM, let's come together for a day of fun and a celebration of our Earth! FREE admission to the public! There will be live music featuring the New Cahoots, food trucks, hands-on crafts, vendors, and much more! Stay tuned for more information.
Mobile’s Largest Yard Sale
Mobile's Largest Yard Sale is Saturday, April 26, 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot at The Grounds. Admission and parking for the Yard Sale is free, but you must purchase a space to sell items. Spaces are for sale at thegroundsmobile.com/yard-sale- They start at $40 for a 10-foot by 18-foot space. Listed below are the prices for spaces. Tables nor chairs will not be provided. This is a rain or shine event. NO REFUNDS. Vendor set up begins at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26. Single Vendor Space (10ft by 18ft) - $40Double Vendor Space (20ft by 18ft) - $80Triple Vendor Space (30ft by 18ft) - $120Quadruple Vendor Space (40ft by 18ft) - $160
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.
THE 15TH ANNUAL DELTA WOODS & WATERS EXPO
The City of Spanish Fort and Infirmary Health Announces THE 15TH ANNUAL DELTA WOODS & WATERS EXPO! 
SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH, 2025 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5 RIVERS DELTA RESOURCE CENTER 30945 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort, AL 36527 (Located on the Causeway) This outdoor annual event is a favorite for nature lovers along the Gulf Coast. With over 40 outdoor exhibits, attendees have numerous ways to "Discover the Delta". The 2025 lineup has something for everyone. Meet two World Champion Turkey Callers, "Mocassin Woman" & "Butterfly Woman", The Mobile Bay Keepers, and many more volunteers who work to protect our amazing local ecosystem. Discover marine life at The Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Alabama Marine Resources Touch Tank, Rapotor Shows (10am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm), Arts & Crafts, investigate a fully inhabiatalbe Boy Scout Campsite, Rod & Reel Casting, Archery, Honey Harvesting, Gardening, Yarn Making, Mural Art, Boating Skills, Net Making, Wildcrafting, Prehistoric Hunting Techniques, Beekeeping, Birding, Geological Rocks & Gems, Reptiles, Oyster Gardens, Geocaching, Invertebrate Conservation, Storytime for the little ones, The Spanish Fort Fire Rescue (ladder truck & fire safety bounce house) The Civil Air Patrol, Cultural Burns, Daphne Search & Resue, Water Safety, Outdoor Ethics, and more! The Spanish Fort Jazz Band performs at 10:30 am on the stage by Delta Hall. Food trucks will be on site. We could not host such an impactful community event without our sponsors and volunteers. Many thanks to Infirmary Systems for their TITLE SPONSORSHIP of Delta Woods & Waters Expo 2025.
Gulf Coast Regional Mustang & Mega Car Show
This event has reached classic status—now in its 45th year, the Gulf Coast Regional Mustang and Mega Car Show returns to Downtown OWA on April 26. Look forward to a full day of family-friendly fun geared to car enthusiasts of all ages. Judging begins at 10 am with cars on display in Downtown OWA. Get in on the action with carnival and lawn games plus RC car racing at OWA Island, 10 am – 3:30 pm with awards ceremony at 3:00 pm!
Market Day
Come check out all the incredible options our vendors have to offer every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. From Gulf Coast seafood to farm fresh produce to delicious baked goods to artisan crafted treasures there's something for everyone at CAFFM! If you would like to become a vendor please contact Alescia at 251-709-4469.
Lope the Loop
Lope the Loop
Mark your calendars!! Lope the Loop is coming back on Saturday, April 26, and no matter your experience level, you're invited to join us for this 3.5-mile romp! Runners, walkers, wheelchair users, cyclists, parents with children, leashed dogs, and others are welcome to participate in this fun and FREE community event, hosted by the MPRD Fitness Department, and in conjunction with the 100 Alabama Miles Challenge, which encourages Alabamians to walk, run, hike, bike, swim, paddle, ride or roll 100 miles each year. Online registration is now open! On-site registration will also be available on the day of the event, beginning at 6:00 a.m. in the parking lot of the Ice Box on Broad Street. Click on the link below to pre-register: https://mprd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail... The race will start at 8:00 a.m. Participants can join the 100 Alabama Miles Challenge by logging their miles at https://100alabamamiles.org/. Click here for a video of the inaugural Lope the Loop event in 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QbUKjhcNEE
April 2025 Free Walking Tour | Colonial Fort Conde
April 2025 Free Walking Tour | Colonial Fort Conde
Colonial Fort Condé – “Living History Tour”Visit Colonial Fort Condé and experience three demonstrations: A black powder and gun presentation where a living history interpreter describes the process and history of the firearms used during the period, a medicinal-based presentation in our Apothecary exhibit room and a colonial clothing presentation in the Tailor’s exhibit room. All tours will begin at 10 a.m. each Saturday, departing from the Visit Mobile Welcome Center (located inside the History Museum of Mobile) in Downtown Mobile. Visit Mobile is pleased to announce the return of free walking tours every Saturday in April 2025. Locals and visitors are invited to explore the city and enjoy a guided tour designed to educate participants on various topics involving Mobile culture, cuisine, history and more!
Oyster City Market
Oyster City Market
Oyster City Vendor Market– Saturday, April 26th | 1-5PM Join us at Oyster City Brewing Company on Saturday, April 26th, from 1-5PM for an afternoon of shopping, sipping, and supporting local makers! Our Oyster City Vendor Market brings together a fantastic lineup of local artists, crafters, and small businesses, offering everything from handmade goods to unique finds. Enjoy a cold beer while you browse, meet the talented vendors behind the products, and soak in the vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or just want to treat yourself, there’s something for everyone! Great Beer | Local Vendors | Good Vibes Food Trucks:TBD Mark your calendar and bring your friends—this is a market you won’t want to miss!
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Sunday Sunset Concert Series
Sunday Sunset Concert Series
Join us for our SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT SERIES at Daphne's Bayfront Park! Sunday, April 27, 2025 • 6:00 - 7:30 PM "City Rhythm Big Band" We're thrilled to have Tin-tins Rock & Roll Food Truck on site, so bring your chairs/blankets 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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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