Things To Do With Kids This Weekend in Mobile and Baldwin County | September 18-20
Looking for kid-friendly things to do this weekend in Mobile and Baldwin County? You’re in the right place! Every week, MOB Moms rounds up local events, festivals, free activities, kids’ events, live entertainment, and family fun happening throughout Mobile, Dauphin Island, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and across the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Whether you’re looking for something free to do with the kids, a fun local event, an outdoor adventure, or an easy way to make the most of your weekend, we’ve done the searching for you.
Here’s what’s happening around Mobile and Baldwin County this weekend!
MOB Moms Tip: Event details can change, so be sure to verify dates, times, admission, and other information with the event links provided before heading out.
$5 FUN FRIDAYS
September 18 | Dick’s House of Sport- Mobile 1390 Tingle Circle West B-3, Mobile | All Day
Details Enjoy a climb on our rock wall for only $5 every Friday! Perfect for climbers of all skill levels. Come climb, have fun, and kick off your weekend at DICK’S House of Sport.
Cost: 5.00
Guided Pier Walk
September 18 | Gulf State Park Pier | 9a-10a
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier. Explore the Pier’s rich history, learn about local conservation efforts, and discover the diverse marine life and bird species that call this area home. This program is great for all ages! Registration: Registration is preferred but not required. https://reserve.alapark.com/register/guided-pier-walk-GSP Know Before You Go: Location: Gulf State Park Pier, 20800 East Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores, AL 36542 The parking fee is $15 and is valid at all State Park paid parking areas for the remainder of the day. Overnight park guests may park for free with existing parking pass.
Cost: 15.00 (for parking)
BLOOM’s Apple Orchard Themed Play Session + Mommy & Me Apple Pie Baking Workshop with BLOOM Play Studio
September 18 | Bloom Play Studio | 9:30a-11:30a
Join us for a special Apple Orchard themed play session featuring fun fall themed sensory & messy play experiences designed to engage your mobile infants, toddlers and preschool aged children through engaging and hands-on fun! Explore inside our Montessori studio and on our beautiful outdoor play patio while your little one engages with specially curated activities plus a delicious BLOOM-led Mommy & Me Apple Pie baking class that includes a mini take-home pie and morning snack! *ages 1+
Family Bingo
September 18 | Foley Community Library 230 E. Orange Ave., Foley, AL, United States | 5:30p
Event Details Family Bingo! Friday, September 18th 5:30 PM Foley Community Library, Canopy Hall Registration Required Get ready for a fun-filled evening of Bingo excitement! Join us for a lively game night where luck meets laughter and everyone has a chance to win! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, Bingo is easy to learn and fun for all. Bring your friends or come make new ones as you enjoy multiple rounds of play in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Spots are limited, so be sure to register to save your seat!
Cost: FREE
Butter Together Moms Night In with The Coastal Moms Collective
September 18 | The Collective House 15781 Silverhill House, Silverhill, Alabama | 6p-8p
Join us for a mom’s night in with light snacks, drinks, and crafts! Dress in your fave butter yellow outfit!
Cost: 20.00/pp
Pack Wars
September 18 | Dick’s House of Sport- Mobile 1390 Tingle Circle West B-3, Mobile | 6p
Pack Wars – 9/18 at 6:00pm Join us at House of Sport Mobile for a Free Pack Wars Competition, a fun trading card competition where we provide the cards and each participant opens a sealed pack to compete using the cards they pull. Pack Wars is a fun way to test your luck, meet fellow collectors, and battle for prizes and bragging rights. Open to all ages! Link to sign-up: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/scheduling/f/9034af5d-860d-42e7-a3ed-cf1617f34935?s=1647
Game Day on the Green at Portside
September 19 | Portside on Main (The Wharf) | All Day
About Ready to kick off your weekend with an unbeatable blend of football action and family fun? Join us for Gameday on The Green at Portside on Main, where every Saturday transforms our green space into the ultimate college football watch party! Come early, stay late, and make every Saturday a touchdown for fun. See you… on The Green! VIEWING SCHEDULE: Saturday, September 5: Alabama vs E Carolina @ 11 am Baylor vs Auburn @ 2:30 pm Clemson vs LSU @ 6:30 pm *schedule of games is subject to change Where Portside on Main Date Saturday, September 19 Upcoming Events Time 11 am Cost FREE Other From the first kickoff at 11am, we’ve got every big college game on our giant outdoor screens. Never miss a single down, touchdown, or jaw-dropping play! Bring your crew—kids, friends, and family alike. The Green is your home turf, with plenty of space to spread out and soak in the excitement! Show off your skills between plays! Enjoy classic games like cornhole or challenge your family to Connect 4, giant Jenga, and more—all set up right on the grass.
The Great Bellingrath Harvest
September 19 | Bellingrath Gardens & Home | 8a-5p
Celebrate the beauty of fall during The Great Bellingrath Harvest, a seasonal showcase filled with festive displays, family fun, and unforgettable garden experiences happening September 19 – November 8, 2026! Fall Plant Market (September 18–20) Shop a vibrant selection of plants and garden merchandise in front of the Café and Gift Shop. Horticulture experts will be on hand to help you find the perfect additions for your landscape. NatureNauts STEM Day (September 19) Enjoy a morning of hands-on STEM fun and outdoor discovery with interactive exhibits and activities. Scarecrows in the Gardens (September 26- November 1) Wander the pathways and explore whimsical scarecrow displays created by local schools, businesses, and organizations. Vote for your favorite! Pumpkin Displays (September 19- late October) Snap the perfect fall photo among our charming pumpkin displays throughout the Gardens. Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee (October 24) Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume contests, crafts, games, and photo ops in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. 62nd Annual Cascading Mums (late October through November) Marvel at the nation’s largest outdoor display of cascading chrysanthemums. Thousands of vivid mums in shades of yellow, red, bronze, and lavender spill from bridges, balconies, urns, and more. Plan Your Visit Join us for The Great Bellingrath Harvest and celebrate the splendor of fall with us. Whether you’re here for a day or planning multiple visits, there’s always something to discover and enjoy. Mark your calendars and start planning your visit today! Date: September 19- November 8, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
39th Annual Coastal Cleanup
September 19 | Gulf State Park Pavilion | 8a-12p
Join us for the 39th Annual Coastal Cleanup and help Gulf State Park keep the trash out of the splash! Meet park staff at the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion to sign in and collect your supplies. The event runs from 8am to 12pm. Some volunteers might be asked to assist at other beach access points. Parking is free for all volunteers. After gathering trash, return to the Beach Pavilion to weigh your collection, return your equipment, and receive your complimentary shirt and hotdog voucher. This program is great for all ages! Registration: Registration is preferred but notrequired. https://reserve.alapark.com/register/39th-annual-coastal-cleanup Know Before You Go: Location: 22250 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 We look forward to seeing everyone! If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Tuttle at 251-948-7275 ext 62093.
Free Yoga Class at Dick’s House of Sport
September 19 | Dick’s House of Sport- Mobile 1390 Tingle Circle West B-3, Mobile | 9a
Free Yoga Class – 9/19 at 9:00am Find your flow at House of Sport! Join Yogi LaSarah for a complimentary 30-minute yoga session designed to help you stretch, strengthen, and recharge. All experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own mat. Link to sign-up: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/scheduling/f/fcc2a3c7-15d3-4395-9918-f7516207e085?s=1647
Little Tikes Jump
September 19 | Pump it Up Mobile | 9a-10:30a
Looking for a fun, safe, and exciting way to burn off energy? Bring your little one to Little Tikes Jump, a special open jump designed just for younger children! They’ll enjoy exclusive access to our giant inflatable arenas where they can bounce, slide, climb, and explore at their own pace in a kid-friendly environment. What’s Included: Unlimited fun on our huge interactive inflatables A magical Bubble Experience for extra laughter and imagination A snack and drink included with every admission Active play that helps build confidence, coordination, and social skills A comfortable place for parents to relax while the kids play Perfect for playdates, making new friends, or simply getting out of the house for some active fun! Designed exclusively for children ages 6 and under Only $13 + tax per child Spots fill quickly, so reserve your tickets today and let your little one jump, laugh, and make unforgettable memories! OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS – Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time
Cost: $13 + tax per child
NatureNauts STEM Day
September 19 | Bellingrath Gardens & Home | 9a-1p
Join us from 9 AM until 1 PM for NatureNauts STEM Day, a fun-filled day of hands-on learning and outdoor exploration for the whole family! Explore interactive STEM exhibits, educational activities, and exciting wildlife experiences from organizations across the Gulf Coast. Participating vendors and organizations are listed below. Historic Blakeley State Park’s Delta Explorer River Cruises – For additional ticketing, tours of the Fowl River will be offered at 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, & 12:30 pm; children 4 and under must bring their own life preservers. Plan to arrive at our River Pavilion at least 10 minutes before its departure. The Reptile Bus with Outdoors with Jay – Reptile trailer with a variety of snakes, lizards, turtles, and an opportunity for participants to touch a snake; a snake safety/reptile presentation at 10:45 am AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center – Reptile and amphibian ambassadors, a variety of mammal pelts and skull replicas, including a presentation discussing keystone and indicator species and how they influence and reflect their environment, offered at 9:15 am, 10:15 am, 11:15, and 12:15 pm. Bellingrath Gardens & Home NatureNauts™ – Hands-on activity relating to nature and the Gardens Evonik – Chemistry-focused hands-on activity Sea Scouts – Static Display, Video, Ocean Habitat Mini Reef, Offshore Safety Gear Rebuilding Together of South Alabama – Demonstration on a rain barrel. It will be a walk through on how to install on and the environmental benefits. Also, participants will be encouraged to get involved and volunteer installing rain barrels throughout the community. Mobile Bay National Estuary Program – We will provide water quality monitoring activities and education to complement the sign and WQM station on the dock. Mobile Public Library – Bookmobile on location; organizing some STEM activities Dauphin Island Sea Lab’s Marine Mammal Research Program – We will have interactive organ games where children & families can put the internal organs of dolphins and manatees in the correct spots. We will also provide take-home materials such as infographics and educational coloring sheets. Lynn Meadows Discovery Center – A child-appropriate activity focused on STEM, most likely relating to nature/the gardens to fit your space Hargrove Engineers –Their team will put together a Homopolar Motor, and participants will have the opportunity to put a kit together. Alabama Audubon – How to use binoculars. Build a bird. USCG Auxiliary – Table with info and examples of how to keep our waterways clean & how to stay safe in the water Honey of the Hill Apiary – Live observation honeybee hive. Honey tasting. Native pollinators education. National Weather Service Mobile – Interactive weather experiments & weather information Alabama Coastal Foundation – Share the Beach turtle conservation activity Alabama Marine Resources – Activity books, swag, and handouts Mobile Urban Growers – Seed starting; display of garden curriculum; free seeds University of South Alabama/Dauphin Island Sea Lab – A hands-on introduction to submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV)—the “grasses” and other plants that grow completely underwater in our coastal waters. Mobile County Public School System (MCPSS) – Participate in the Wildlife Crossing Engineering Challenge to create a wildlife crossing or bridge that could help animals safely move across a waterway or wetland habitat. Discovery Crew – To Be Announced Bishop State Community College – Computer simulations, preserved bio specimens, chemicals, flyers Mobile Local Section of the American Chemical Society – Chemical demos Food Trucks – Shaved Ice Paradise, Shux Y’all, Not Your Average Joe, Frank and Lola’s And much more! From surprise activities to hands-on nature fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Cruise tickets are available while supplies last. Mark your calendar for a day of science, nature, and family fun. Plan Your Visit Don’t miss this opportunity to also stop by the Fall Plant Market and shop a vibrant selection of plants and garden-themed merchandise. Date: September 19th Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Bellingrath Gardens & Home Purchase Tickets
6th Annual Orange Beach Freedom Festival
September 19 | The Wharf- Main Street | 9a-5p
About Join the City of Orange Beach for the 6th Annual Freedom Festival. The event will be packed full of family friendly activities including art + craft vendors, entertainment, kids activities, a fall edition of Bama Coast Cruisin’ car show, food vendors + more. See you…here! Where Main Street, Wharf Parkway, AMC Lot Date Saturday, September 19 Time 9 am – 5 pm Event Schedule Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm // Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm Art + craft vendors, food vendors, entertainment, kids activities, Bama Coast Cruisin’ car show + more Saturday only at noon | Annual Rally & Ride, a motorcycle and Jeep parade, benefitting Youth Reach Gulf Coast. Register here to participate.
Cost FREE admission + parking; Some activities cost.
Story Time & Craft with Kiara the Therapy Dog
September 19 | Foley Community Library 230 E. Orange Ave., Foley, AL, United States | 10a
Event Details Join us for a special Story Time with Kiara, our friendly therapy dog! Come sing songs, enjoy a story, and create a fun craft alongside Kiara in a warm and welcoming environment. This program is perfect for children who love animals and stories. Saturday 10:00 AM Story Time: Children’s Story Grove Craft: Maker Meadow We can’t wait to see you there for this paws-itively fun story time!
Cost: FREE
Kid’s Day: Young Entrepreneur Showcase
September 19 | The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico 155 S Water St, Mobile, Alabama | 10a-2p
Join us to empower our youngest business minds to run their own small business on September 19! Youth ages 5-17 are invited to showcase their creativity at the Young Entrepreneur Showcase by selling handmade products, offering professional services, or sharing their business ideas at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf. Plus, participants ages 14-17 can compete in a pitch competition for a chance to win prizes! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you may also enjoy live music, face painting, shopping and fun activities for all ages. Click here to register for the Young Entrepreneur Showcase. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Young Entrepreneur Showcase In order to have a booth at the showcase, participants ages 5-17 must be able to Set up and manage their booth. Answer customer questions. Take/fulfill orders and accept payment. Participants are allowed to sell handmade items, baked goods, art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, services, or other youth-led business ideas pending approval through the registration process. They are also welcome to advertise their business and set up promotional displays. Participants are NOT allowed to sell fresh foods that need to be kept cold/hot or made on site, pets, items sold for their parents, or promote fundraisers. Participants must be actively involved in making or sourcing their products.
Dog Days at MBG
September 19 | Mobile Botanical Gardens | 10a-2p
The Mobile Botanical Gardens is excited to present a new Garden event: Dog Days! This one-day event celebrates dogs and their humans with dog-related vendors, pet adoptions, informative talks, activities and more.
Cost: Dog Days is included with general admission and free for MBG Garden members.
Donuts & Bubble Bash Jump!
September 19 | Pump it Up Mobile | 11:55a-1:25p
Donuts & Bubble Bash Jump! Date : Saturday Sep 19, 2026 Time : 11:55 AM – 1:25 PM Status : Space is available! Details : Treat your kids to a sweet day of fun at Pump It Up! Kids will enjoy 70 minutes of bouncing in our giant inflatable arenas, dance and play through our exciting Bubble Experience, enjoy a delicious donut, and choose a fun temporary tattoo to complete their adventure. It’s the perfect combination of active play, sweet treats, bubbly fun, and a cool surprise they’ll love. Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! What’s Included: 70 minutes of jumping Bubble Experience One delicious donut per child One fun temporary tattoo per child
Cost: $13.00 + tax per kid All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time
Art of the Paw
September 19 | Eastern Shore Art Center | 12p-4p
Join us for “Art of the Paw” on September 19, 2026! Eastern Shore Art Center invites the community to engage in creativity and education as we celebrate our furry friends! Guests will enjoy interactive booths, a pop-up art exhibit, art projects, and more. Open to ALL AGES. Free admission! Event Details: Adoption event with Baldwin Humane Society Educational Vendors with Hollywood Feed and Thompson Animal Hospital Make-and-Take art projects Live Pet Portraits – Bring a photograph of your pet! Pop-up Art Exhibit with mini cat or dog themed artworks Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Cost: Free admission
Switch Open Play
September 19 | Foley Community Library 230 E. Orange Ave., Foley, AL, United States | 1:30p-4:30p
Event Details SWITCH OPEN PLAY IS HERE! Ready to game? Grab your friends and head upstairs to the Teen Game Room at Foley Community Library for Nintendo Switch Open Play! Wednesdays: 4:00–6:30 PM Thursdays: 2:30–6:30 PM Saturdays: 1:30–4:30 PM AGES 12–18 ONLY! IMPORTANT: Before participating in Switch Open Play, a Parent/Guardian Permission Form MUST be completed in person at Foley Community Library. Once the form is on file, you’re ready to play! Bring your friends, pick a game, and let the competition begin! Foley Community Library – Upstairs Teen Game Room
Pop and Jump
September 19 | Pump it Up Mobile | 1:40p-3:20p
Pop and Jump Date : Saturday Sep 19, 2026 Time : 1:40 PM – 3:20 PM Status : Space is available! Details : Pop, Snack & Create! Get ready for 70 minutes of nonstop jumping, climbing, sliding, and bouncing fun in our arenas, followed by 30 minutes in a private party room to relax and keep the fun going! Each child will enjoy delicious popcorn and a fun coloring activity to take home. Perfect for keeping kids active, creative, and entertained all in one exciting experience! $10 + tax per child Includes: • 70 Minutes of Open Jump • 30 Minutes in the Party Room • Popcorn for each child • Fun Coloring Activity Come jump, snack, color, and make unforgettable memories with us! All ages welcome! Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time.
Cost: 10.00 + tax
Brandon Styles Variety Show
September 19 | OWA Parks & Resort | 7p
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!
6th Annual Orange Beach Freedom Festival
September 20 | The Wharf- Main Street | 10a-3p
About Join the City of Orange Beach for the 6th Annual Freedom Festival. The event will be packed full of family friendly activities including art + craft vendors, entertainment, kids activities, a fall edition of Bama Coast Cruisin’ car show, food vendors + more. See you…here! Where Main Street, Wharf Parkway, AMC Lot Date Sunday, September 20 Time 10 am – 3 pm Event Schedule Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm // Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm Art + craft vendors, food vendors, entertainment, kids activities, Bama Coast Cruisin’ car show + more Saturday only at noon | Annual Rally & Ride, a motorcycle and Jeep parade, benefitting Youth Reach Gulf Coast. Register here to participate.
Cost: FREE admission + parking; Some activities cost Other To register for the Bama Coast Cruisin’ car show click here.
Delta Discovery Cruise
September 20 | Bartram Landing at the Five Rivers Delta Resource Center | 1:30p-3p
Enjoy a Wild & Scenic Tour in the American Amazon! Duration 1.5 Hours About This 90-minute excursion into the wild and scenic Mobile-Tensaw Delta–known as the “American Amazon,”–introduces visitors and residents alike to a truly astounding natural habitat. This cruise departs from the Bartram dock at the AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers. Age & Fitness Very young children are allowed, but parents need to bring life vests for children under four years of age; the Coast Guard cannot guarantee the boat’s life rings will fit toddlers. Sorry, no pets allowed. Meeting Location This cruise departs from the Bartram Landing at the the AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers, 30841 Five Rivers Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL 36527 When To Arrive Arrive at the dock at least 15 minutes prior to boarding to allow for travel time and to check-in and board. Parking Plenty of parking at dock area. Food & Drinks Guests may bring bottled water and snacks if desired Bring binoculars if desired for the best views of area wildlife
Open Jump
September 20 | Pump it Up Mobile | 2:15p-4:35p
Open Jump Date : Sunday Sep 20, 2026 Time : 2:15 PM – 4:35 PM Status : Space is available! Details : Come play on our giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables during Pump It Up Family Jump Time! These Open Jumps are open to all ages. Book for only $11.00 + tax per child -Socks are required- OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS – Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time See less
Cost: $11 + tax
Sunday Sunset Concert Series
September 20 | W. O. Lott Park Daphne, Alabama | 5:30p-7p
Sunday Sunset Concert Series Sunday, September 20, 2026 Sunday Sunset Concert Series is back for TWO fall dates at W.O. Lott Park in Olde Towne Daphne! Matthew Jacquette Band • Sunday, September 20, 2026 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM Everybody’s Here • Sunday, October 18, 2026 • 4:30 – 6:00 PM
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