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FRIDAY
SUNNY SIDE THEATER PRESENTS, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: MUSICAL- Fri. 7:00pm, Joe Jefferson Playhouse, MobileFor the first time EVER in Mobile!Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
DUELING PIANOS- Fri & SAT. 8:30PM. Electric Piano Parlor, Mobile.Join our very own Gene Murrell Friday & Saturdays at 8:30PM at Electric Piano Parlor downtown for a fun night of drinks, music, and pianos!
MUSIC BINGO- Fri 7pm-10pm. The Music Matrix. Hosted by Beth Searcy. Hear some of your favorite music and win cash and prizes. DJ Heavy T takes over after Bingo and you can dance till 2 AM!
SATURDAY:
DOUBLE TUNNEL VISION 5K- Sat 8am, Oyster City Brewing, Government St, Downtown Mobile.Participants have the opportunity to run through the Bankhead Tunnel, not once, but twice – a unique Mobile experience. Proceeds benefit the Lions Club of Mobile Charitable Foundation. INFO HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, April 16-June 21, Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore.The 2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival is an all new show filled with all new lanterns. As night falls, the Gardens glow with more than 40 towering, handcrafted light sculptures that transform the landscape into a vivid world of color and scale. Explore the Gardens after dark and discover an unforgettable night of light, energy, and wonder for all ages, with stunning photo moments at every turn. CLICK HERE
CITY OF DAPHNE MAY DAY CELEBRATION- Sat 10am-1pm, MOVED TO THE Daphne History Museum DUE TO FORECAST, Daphne.Experience the May Day magic with great food, entertainment and so much more! The day will be filled with family fun and nostalgia including: carousel, ferris wheel, inflatables, and bungees by the bay! Also crafts and kids activities, BBQ and hot dogs from Daphne Police Department, and ice cream! INFO HERE
SUNNY SIDE THEATER PRESENTS, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: MUSICAL- Sat. 2:pm, 7:00pm, Joe Jefferson Playhouse, Mobile. For the first time EVER in Mobile!Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
MAY DAY CELEBRATION- Sat 10am-2pm, Anna T. Jeanes School, Fairhope.The May 2nd celebration will encompass traditional maypole wrapping for the young and the not so young. The festivities will also include music, field games, face painting, a cake walk, a clown, popcorn, and cotton candy. Everyone is encouraged to bring a picnic and their own chairs. Free hamburgers and hot dogs will be available on a limited basis. Hosted and sponsored by Hope Community. INFO HERE
22nd Annual GULF COAST HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL- OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.UPDATE: Because of the weather, organizers have made the decision to cancel all Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival activities for Friday. Saturday morning balloon flights are also canceled. Saturday’s festival schedule will have a delayed opening at 12:00 PM (noon).This three-day celebration will once again bring colorful hot air balloons, live entertainment, family-friendly attractions, and unforgettable evening spectacles to the Gulf Coast. Among the highlights this year: Disc-Connected K9 Frisbee Dog Shows, with multiple performances throughout the weekend; and the all-new Drone Show, with hundreds of synchronized drones illuminating the night sky with choreographed light formations. Admission is free. INFO HERE
9th Annual STEAK OUT COMPETITION-Sat 6pm, St Mary’s Catholic School, Mobile.Enjoy all-you-can-eat steak samples from more than 20 local cooking teams, plus live music from Disco Lemonade. Proceeds support St. Mary’s Catholic School.
77th Annual BLESSING OF THE FLEET – Sat 10:30am-4pm; Sun 10am-3pm; St Margaret’s Catholic Church, Bayou la Batre. This fun-filled family event celebrates the town’s seafood industry heritage with a gumbo cook-off on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a boat parade and blessing from the Archbishop on Sunday at 3 p.m., along with children’s activities, arts and crafts, bayou boat tours, seafood and more on both days. INFO HERE
PUPPY PALOOZA-Sat 11am-2pm, on The Green near California Dreaming, Eastern Shore Centre, Spanish Fort.This event will feature live music, pet adoptions, a fido marketplace, doggy activities, K9 splash zone, local + retailer pop-ups, puppy palooza SWAG, giveaways, AND a dog show. Puppy Palooza benefits the Baldwin Humane Society.
THE PLANETS-Sat 7:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.The Mobile Symphony Orchestra presents The Planets, their biggest concert of the year. And they thought it would be both enlightening and fun to introduce Gustav Holst’s stupendous astrological odyssey, The Planets, by playing Hans Zimmer’s modern depictions of space travel. Music from Interstellar, Dune, Inception, and even Darkstar (from Top Gun: Maverick) sets the stage for Holst’s cosmic masterpiece in the second half.
HATITUDE TEA PARTY- Sat 2pm-4pm, Mobile Museum of Art, Langan Park.Inspired by the special exhibition Timeless Hats, this gathering honors self-taught Mobile milliner Susie Mae Pugh-Williams. Her handcrafted hats, wraps, and fascinators are more than accessories — they are “crowns” that embody a rich heritage of artistry and resilience. Enjoy tea, light refreshments, and the graceful sounds of a live harpist. INFO HERE
MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12noon (Apr 25- Jun 27), Cathedral Square, Downtown MobileStart your Saturday mornings at Market in the Park, where fresh, local, and handmade goods come together. Browse a variety of vendors offering everything from produce and seafood to baked goods, art, and unique handmade items while enjoying live music in a relaxed, community atmosphere.
WALK FOR EPILEPSY- Sat 10 am – 12pm USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile.The Walk for Epilepsy – Mobile is a FREE, family-friendly community event hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation Alabama that brings together families, friends, and supporters to raise awareness and funds for people living with epilepsy and seizures. It’s all about walking side by side, celebrating strength and connection, and showing purple pride while supporting those affected by epilepsy in South Alabama.
DUELING PIANOS- Fri & Sat. 8:30PM. Electric Piano Parlor, Mobile. Join our very own Gene Murrell Friday & now Saturdays at 8:30PM at Electric Piano Parlor downtown for a fun night of drinks, music, and pianos!
SUNDAY:
HISTORY MUSEUM FIRST FREE SUNDAY- Sun 1:00pm – 5:00pm, History Museum of Mobile, Mobile.Join the History Museum for a free admission day to explore all of the wondrous exhibits, and learn about Mobile.
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, April 16-June 21, Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore.The 2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival is an all new show filled with all new lanterns. As night falls, the Gardens glow with more than 40 towering, handcrafted light sculptures that transform the landscape into a vivid world of color and scale. Explore the Gardens after dark and discover an unforgettable night of light, energy, and wonder for all ages, with stunning photo moments at every turn. INFO HERE
LOCAL GOODNESS – Sun 4pm, Magnolia Manor, Mobile.Local Goodness is a farm-to-table celebration honoring the flavors and spirit of our region. Indulge in thoughtfully sourced cuisine and live music as we gather to support the Department of Interventional Radiology at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital. INFO HERE
CINCO DE MAYO MOBILE- Sun 2pm-9pm, Government St in front of Seville Quarter, Downtown PensacolaCelebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, dancing, cultural performances and the best Mexican food. INFO HERE
THE PLANETS-Sun 2:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.The Mobile Symphony Orchestra presents The Planets, their biggest concert of the year. And they thought it would be both enlightening and fun to introduce Gustav Holst’s stupendous astrological odyssey, The Planets, by playing Hans Zimmer’s modern depictions of space travel. Music from Interstellar, Dune, Inception, and even Darkstar (from Top Gun: Maverick) sets the stage for Holst’s cosmic masterpiece in the second half.
SUNNY SIDE THEATER PRESENTS, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: MUSICAL- Sat. 2:pm, Joe Jefferson Playhouse, Mobile.For the first time EVER in Mobile!Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
