HANK WILLIAMS JR with special guest THE NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND- Sat 6:30pm, The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, CLICK HERE
AFRICATOWN BRIDGE CHALLENGE 5K and FUN RUN- Sat 7:30am, 645 Shelby St, Mobile
View Historic Africatown, the Mobile River, Port of Mobile, Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, and the City of Mobile from 350-feet-high as you run or walk your way across the 7,291-foot-long bridge on the certified 5k course. There will also be a 1-mile course that takes participants from Shelby Street to the foot of the bridge and back. Then stay for refreshments and to learn about Africatown history. CLICK HERE
FLORA-BAMA FISHING RODEO- Fri 12:00am -Rodeo opens; Sat 7pm- Rodeo closes; Sun 11am, Awards; Flora-Bama Yacht Club Beach, Perdido Key
The Flora-Bama’s family friendly fishing rodeo is here for its 11th year. No boat? No problem. There is no boat required for entry and the rodeo is open to those of all ages and levels of experience. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Veterans of Foreign Wars. CLICK HERE
CHILDREN’S CUP REGATTA- Sat 9am (Registration); 12:30pm (Races begin), Fairhope Yacht Club
The 14th annual Children’s Cup Regatta sets sail on Saturday to benefit patients from the Alabama Gulf Coast treated at Children’s of Alabama. Sailing enthusiasts and friends in Mobile and Baldwin counties are invited to enjoy a day of sailboat racing, along with a children’s area, live music, silent auction and more. CLICK HERE
SEA TURTLE BABY SHOWER - Sat 9am-12noon, Casino Beach @ the traffic light, Pensacola Beach
Learn about the beach's sea turtles, meet a mermaid, turtle crafts, turtle activity books, and take the sea turtle oath! Sponsored by Gulf Coast Turtle Watch. CLICK HERE
PADDLE IN THE PARK- Sat 10am-1pm, Langan Municipal Park, Mobile
Make plans to join the Mobile Parks & Recreation Department for a day of fun on the water to kick off the lake restoration project at Langan Park! Enjoy free kayaking and canoeing, hands-on STREAM activities for kids, and learn about the science behind lake dredging through fun, interactive stations. Pack a picnic or grab a bite to eat from local food trucks while you relax by the water. You do not want to miss this family-friendly celebration of nature, learning, and community. CLICK HERE
WORLD OCEAN DAY CELEBRATION- Sun 12noon-3pm, Perdido Key Community Center
This open-house style event is designed to bring the community together to celebrate World Ocean Day and highlight the amazing work of the environmental and conservation groups in our area. It's a chance for people of all ages to connect, explore, and learn about the efforts being made to protect our oceans, wildlife, and natural resources. This is a free, family-friendly event. CLICK HERE
MUSTACHE THE BAND - Fri 8:30pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile CLICK HERE
5th Annual BILOXI BLUES EXTRAVAGANZA- Sat 7pm, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi
The 5th annual Biloxi Blues Extravaganza features Sir Charles Farewell Tour, Roi Anthony, Willie Clayton, Sweet Lysa, OB Bucanna, TK Soul, Cupid and David Sylvester. CLICK HERE
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER: Box of Rox - Fri 7pm-9pm, Jernigan’s Landing, Downtown Milton
The City of Milton is putting on 11 concerts through June 13th, with a variety of music from local favorites to national touring bands. Blankets, chairs, and coolers are welcome. No glass containers are allowed. CLICK HERE
AIN’T TOO PROUD- THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS- Wed/Thurs 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre
Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Part of the Broadway in Pensacola series. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA BLUE WAHOOS BASEBALL vs COLUMBUS CLINGSTONES- Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat 6:05pm, Sun 4:05pm, Blue Wahoos Stadium, Downtown Pensacola
Promotions include Mullet Thursday, Giveaway Friday, Fireworks Saturday, and Military/Family Sunday. CLICK HERE
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TURKEY CALLING CONTEST- Fri/Sat 8am, Mobile Convention Center, Downtown Mobile
Many of the country’s top turkey callers are eagerly awaiting the chance to show off their talents at the Mobile Convention Center. The World Championship Turkey Calling Contest has long-time ties to the city of Mobile. The inaugural event was held in Mobile in 1940 at the Battle House Hotel when Mr. Fred T. Stimpson, the current mayor's grandfather, took home top honors. CLICK HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, Apr 17-Jun 15, Open Easter and Memorial Day, Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore
During this Spring night-time event, the Gardens will be transformed into a dazzling showcase of light, color, and culture. As evening falls, the estate will become a radiant dreamscape featuring 41 towering, handcrafted light sculptures, each glowing with vivid hues and artistic detail. 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. CLICK HERE
MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am- 12noon (April 26- June 28), Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. The City of Mobile is proud to support the community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. CLICK HERE
PALAFOX MARKET- Sat 9am-2pm, TWO LOCATIONS: Martin Luther King Jr Plaza and Plaza Ferdinand, Pensacola
Join us every Saturday, rain or shine for farm-fresh produce, plants, flowers, baked goods, hand-crafted works of art, sculpture, fresh tea and coffee, delicious food and spices, hand-blown glass, ceramics and much more at the event that was named Florida's Best Farmers Market by Southern Living magazine. CLICK HERE
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