29th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS- 5pm-9pm nightly, Fri Nov 29th through Sun Jan 5th (Closed Dec.25 & Jan.1), Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore
Wander through a dazzling 65-acre Garden estate adorned with thousands of lights. The Bellingrath Home adds to the ambiance with holiday finery and poinsettias. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR- Tues 7pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre
Acclaimed for their command of jazz vernacular, vocalist Sydney McSweeney and vocalist and trumpeter Byron Stripling join the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra for a swinging evening of classic standards from Gershwin, Berlin and friends. CLICK HERE
MOONPIE NOON YEAR’S EVE DROP FOR KIDS- Tue (Dec 31) 11am-1pm, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile
We’ll be celebrating early for the kids! Bounce houses, a mini-resolution wall, NYE crafts, MoonPie treats and a second line march to see the MoonPie drop at noon! CLICK HERE
HAPPY NOON YEAR- Tues (Dec 31st) 9:30am-2pm, Exploreum Science Center, Downtown Mobile
Ring in the New Year with a Jurassic journey into the exciting world of science! From Dino DNA labs to explosive chemistry experiments, join in a dino bash of engaging demonstrations and hands-on STEM challenges for the whole family. We will have the traditional Noon Years countdown celebration and a volcanic eruption in the Prehistoric Courtyard! CLICK HERE
KIDS CONFETTI DROP- Tues (Dec 31) 10am-2pm, The Wharf, Orange Beach
Families can kick off the celebrations early with the annual Kids Confetti Drop, perfect for little ones who may not make it to midnight. Featuring an array of engaging activities, this event ensures hours of fun for the whole family. The colorful confetti cannons will go off at noon, providing the perfect opportunity for kids to ring in the new year their way. CLICK HERE
MOONPIE OVER MOBILE- Tues (Dec 31) 6:30pm- midnight, Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel Courtyard to Main Stage, Downtown Mobile
Don't miss the cutting of the world's largest MoonPie and bring your umbrella for the Second Line Parade. Ring in the New Year with headliner Clint Black and the MoonPie drop at midnight! CLICK HERE
REELIN’ IN THE NEW YEAR- Tues (Dec 31) 5pm- Midnight, The Wharf, Orange Beach
Let’s bid adieu to 2024 in the grandest of style with live bands, family friendly activities AND adult-centered fun all rounding off at midnight with The Park Band, the New Year Countdown marlin drop and a fireworks finale! CLICK HERE
FAIRHOPE NEW YEAR’S EVE STREET PARTY- Tues (Dec 31) 8:30pm- 12:30am, Downtown Fairhope
The festivities will start with a live performance by 80's rock band, U.S. Band at the corner of Fairhope Avenue and Church Street. Come enjoy live music and children's activities including face painting and balloon animals, and games. As the night progresses, visitors can look forward to the much-anticipated ball drop and fireworks show at midnight. CLICK HERE
KAZOO’S ROCKIN’ N.Y.E. PARTY- Tues (Dec 31) 5pm-8pm, Blue Wahoos Stadium, Pensacola
The family-friendly event will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and feature inflatables, playing field access, ballpark concessions, a photo booth area, and more. The event will culminate in a fireworks show over Pensacola Bay to celebrate the new year. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA BEACH NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS- Wed 12 midnight- 12:15am, Pensacola Beach
The largest NYE Fireworks display on our Gulf Coast, at Midnight on Pensacola Beach Soundside. Welcome the New Year 2025! Bring your family and friends, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and make it a night to remember! CLICK HERE
FLORA-BAMA POLAR BEAR DIP- Wed (Jan 1), 12 noon, Flora-Bama Lounge, Perdido Key
After celebrating New Year's Eve at the Flora-Bama there is only one way to start the new year .... by taking a plunge into the Gulf of Mexico with a few thousand of your friends. Take a dip in the Gulf of Mexico at high noon. Those who fully submerge will get a free draft beer and a free New Year's lunch of ham, black-eyed peas, greens and cornbread. CLICK HERE
ICE SKATING RINK- November 15 - January 20, Main Street at the Wharf, Orange Beach
Grab a pair of skates and glide, spin or fall into the season on real ice! CLICK HERE
PUBLIC SKATE ZONE- Nov 27- Dec 31, Pensacola Bay Center
Pensacola Bay Center hosts public ice skating sessions from October through April. All public skate sessions last one hour. Sessions typically occur on the weekends and after Ice Flyers Home games. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA ICE FLYERS CARS JERSEY NIGHT- Fri 7:05pm, Pensacola Bay Center
Get ready to rev your engines and join the Pensacola Ice Flyers for an electrifying Cars Theme Night! Watch as your favorite Ice Flyers rock jerseys showcasing Lightning McQueen, Mater, and other iconic Cars characters! With themed experiences and special intermission activities, this night is sure to be a pit stop you won’t want to miss. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA MARDI GRAS KICK OFF CELEBRATION- Sat 5pm, Seville Quarter, Downtown Pensacola
Festivities begin inside Seville Quarter. Then after opening ceremonies, a Second Line Processional of Royalty will walk the float route and bless the floats parked along Jefferson Street. At the conclusion of the night, the Community's King Cake will be cut on the Artel steps. This event is FREE and open to the public. CLICK HERE
12th NIGHT KICKOFF CELEBRATION and RSA TOWER LIGHTING- Sun 4pm-9pm, Braided River Brewing Co., Downtown Mobile
Countdown to sunset and Ribbon Cutting with Chief Slac. Watch the RSA Tower get lit up in purple and gold, our Mardi Gras colors. Enjoy King Cakes and a special Blowhouse Brass Band stage concert. CLICK HERE
BILOXI 12th NIGHT CELEBRATION- Sun 5pm-8pm, Biloxi City Hall
Kick off Carnival season on the Gulf Coast! Beginning at 5, coastal krewe royalty will parade through downtown to City Hall where they will ceremoniously illuminate the building in Carnival colors followed by the presentation of the 2025 flag bearers for Gulf Coast Carnival Association. Afterwards, we invite everyone to enjoy live music, merriment, and local foods - maybe even king cake! CLICK HERE
BEE GEES NOW: THE PREMIERE BEE GEES TRIBUTE- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley
This show is a celebration of the iconic music and timeless charisma of the legendary Bee Gees. From the soulful hits like How Deep Is Your Love to the dance floor anthems like Stayin’ Alive and Night Fever, this tribute will transport you back to the golden age of the 70s. CLICK HERE
FREE FIRST SUNDAY+ ORIGAMI POP-UP- Sun 1pm-5pm, History Museum of Mobile, Downtown Mobile
Visit any time from 1:00pm - 5:00pm and enjoy free admission into the History Museum of Mobile and Colonial Fort Conde. Plus free Origami Pop Up Activity. FREE performance by Emerald Coast Okinawa Drummers at 1:30pm and FREE martial arts performance at 2:30pm. CLICK HERE
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