The Weekend Rundown is now brought to you by Cockeyed Charlie’s Sports Bar and the all new Wemo club, The Music Matrix
THURSDAY:
BEER BBQ BINGO- Thurs 7-8:30pm. Moe’s BBQ Daphne. Join our own Clint and Cornbread as they serve up some fun free bingo, with prizes fun, and that great Moe’s BBQ and drinks.
LINE DANCING BY LISA- Thurs 7:30pm. The Music Matrix. No experience needed. Happy hour before from 3-6pm.
BROWN BAG BY THE BAY – Thurs 11:30am -1:30pm. May Day Park, Daphne.In honor of our Catt Sirten, join us every Thursday at May Day Park from 11:30 – 1:30 PM for our Spring 2026 Brown Bag by the Bay lunchtime concert series!
COCKTAILS WITH THE CRITTERS- Thurs 6pm-9pm, Bluegill Restaurant on the Causeway, Spanish Fort. This fundraiser for the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation celebrates the sea life in our Bay and the Gulf! Enjoy an exciting evening overlooking the Mobile River Delta with delicious hors d’oeuvres from our Gulf, with live entertainment from Johnny Hayes! 21+ event. INFO HERE
BLUES TRAVELER- Thurs 7:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre,
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, 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.
FRIDAY
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!
DUELING PIANOS- Fri. 8:30PM. Electric Piano Parlor, Mobile.Join our very own Gene Murrell Friday & Saturday Nights at 8:30PM at Electric Piano Parlor for a fun night of drinks, music, and pianos!
LODA ARTWALK CELEBRATES NATIONAL DRUM MONTH- Fri 6pm-9pm, Lower Dauphin Arts District, Downtown Mobile. Celebrate National Drum Month at LODA ArtWalk with an unforgettable evening of rhythm, creativity, and community in the heart of Downtown Mobile. INFO HERE
JASON BONHAM’S LED ZEPPELIN EVENING- Fri 8pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.
WHITE TIE ROCK ENSEMBLE presents BOHEMIAN STARDUST- Fri/Sat 7pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Re-live the music of Queen and David Bowie through a powerful symphonic rock performance. INFO HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, 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.
SATURDAY:
FAIRHOPE ROTARY STEAK COOKOFF-Sat 7pm-10pm, North Bancroft Street, Fairhope. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with mouthwatering steak, fine wine, cold beer and live music under the stars. More than 30 cook teams will compete for bragging rights while serving up their best bites for you to enjoy PLUS we’ll have a chance for you to win tickets to see The Dave Matthews Band, Willie Nelson, and The Black Crowes at The Wharf Amphitheater.. INFO HERE
MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12noon (Apr 25- Jun 27), Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile.Start your Saturday mornings at Market in the Park, where fresh, local, and handmade goods come together.
FORT MORGAN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL- Sat/Sun 11am-5pm, Fort Morgan Marina. This is a fun-filled, family-friendly event on the water! Enjoy live music, arts & crafts, children’s activities, lighthouse cruises to Sand Island and more. Proceeds benefit the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department. INFO HERE
ALABAMA GULF COAST MUSIC HALL SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL- Fri/Sat, starting 12 noon each day, Alabama Gulf Coast Music Hall, Foley.The inaugural Alabama Gulf Coast Music Hall Songwriters Festival features over 60 songwriters performing in a “round” format. The event showcases local talent and industry professionals, with proceeds benefiting the Gulf Coast Musicians Medical Fund. INFO HERE
WHITE TIE ROCK ENSEMBLE presents BOHEMIAN STARDUST- Fri/Sat 7pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Re-live the music of Queen and David Bowie through a powerful symphonic rock performance. INFO HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, 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.
BELLINGRATH MOTHER’S DAY PLANT MARKET– Sat 8am-4pm.Browse a vibrant selection of plants and garden-themed merchandise, all conveniently located in the parking lot in front of the Café and Gift Shop. Members of our horticulture team will be on hand to answer your gardening questions and help you choose the perfect additions to your landscape. This is a free event. View plant list INFO HERE.
SUNDAY:
Bellingrath Mother’s Day Brunch– Sun 10am-3pm. Celebrate Mom with a relaxed and delicious à la carte Mother’s Day Brunch at the Magnolia Café featuring a comforting spread of Southern favorites.. To complement the meal, guests will enjoy coffee, tea, lemonade, and orange juice.Guests can enjoy a live performance by the Camellia Quintet at 12:30, featuring classical pieces and familiar covers.
MOBILE YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT- Sun 5:30pm, -Moved to DAVIDSON HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM because of the forecast-, Mobile. This regional youth orchestra draws students from three states and 18 schools and features the Gulf Coast’s best student musicians. This outdoor concert is FREE. CLICK HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, 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.
FORT MORGAN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL- Sat/Sun 11am-5pm, Fort Morgan Marina.This is a fun-filled, family-friendly event on the water! Enjoy live music, arts & crafts, children’s activities, lighthouse cruises to Sand Island and more. Proceeds benefit the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department. CLICK HERE
