The Weekend Rundown is now brought to you by Cockeyed Charlie’s Sports Bar and the all new Wemo Club, The Music Matrix… now open daily at 4pm.
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MOBILE CHRISTMAS JUBILEE- Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm; Mobile Convention Center, Downtown Mobile
Kick off your holiday shopping and support your community! The Gulf Coast’s greatest holiday market features a variety of merchants from around the country under one roof for three exciting days of shopping! CLICK HERE
MERRY MIDTOWN MARKET- Fri 5:30pm-8:30pm; Sat 9am-3pm; Sun 11:30am-3pm; St Pius X Catholic Church, Mobile
Merry Midtown Market brings together a carefully curated collection of merchants, makers, artisans, and specialty retailers from across the Southeast for an unforgettable weekend of holiday shopping in Midtown Mobile. CLICK HERE
RON MEYERS CHRISTMAS CITY GIFT SHOW- Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm; Coast Convention Center, Biloxi
A TOP TWENTY TOURISM EVENT IN THE SOUTHEAST. The Christmas City Gift Show is a magical shopping experience with over 300 booths and thousands of Gifts, from fashion, jewelry, gourmet foods, and handcrafted art to the most unusual and unique gifts anywhere. CLICK HERE
ICE SKATING RINK at THE WHARF- Fri Nov 13- January 18, The Wharf, Orange Beach
Let us bring winter to you! Grab a pair of skates and glide, spin or fall into the season on real ice! Located on the corner of Main Street and Wharf Lane. CLICK HERE
MOBILE BAY WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S- Sat 9am Registration; 10am Ceremony and Walk; Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley
Join us for the Mobile Bay Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Or support Team iHeart and donate. Because in the fight against Alzheimer’s, now matters more than ever. CLICK HERE
JAILBREAK 5K & FUN RUN- Sat 8am, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile
Break the boundaries and dash to freedom in the Jail Break 5K! Participants will embark on a heart-pounding route that takes them past the historic jail, fully immersing them in the theme of a daring jail break. Honoring our law enforcement heroes and supporting the families of officers killed or seriously injured in the line of duty. CLICK HERE
BATTLESHIP 12K- Sun 7:50am, Spanish Fort Town Center; run ends at Battleship Park, Mobile
The Battleship 12K is a patriotic run to honor all who have served our country. This event thanks every man and woman who has worn the uniform– whether deployed in combat or served briefly. Runners are greeted at the Battleship by American flags and “Thank you for your service!” CLICK HERE
LODA ARTWALK CELEBRATES PICTURE BOOK MONTH- Fri 6pm-9pm, Lower Dauphin Arts District, Downtown Mobile
Enjoy live performances, shop local artists and makers along Dauphin Street, and explore unique vendors, food trucks, and interactive experiences. Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on crafts and interactive activities at the Kids’ Zone. CLICK HERE
ARTI GRAS MOBILE- Sat 10am-4pm, DeTonti Square, Downtown Mobile
Third annual fine art market featuring 44 local artists and includes an art raffle which benefits the DeTonti Square community garden. CLICK HERE
42nd Annual FRANK BROWN SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL- Thurs Nov 5- Sun Nov 15, various Gulf Coast venues including the Flora-Bama
The songs you know. The stories you haven’t heard. The Frank Brown Songwriters’ Festival is bringing more than 200 nationally acclaimed songwriters to the Florida–Alabama Gulf Coast for 11 days of live music and storytelling. Sunday, see Craig Campbell at 6:30pm (Shelby Raye at 5:30pm) at the Flora-Bama. CLICK HERE
MYSTIC DOLLYS OF FOLLY BOOT SCOOTIN’ BINGO- Sun 1pm-5pm, Crown Hall, St Louis St, Mobile
It’s an afternoon of bingo, BBQ, classic country, prizes, raffles & plenty of Dolly fun- all for a great cause. 100% of proceeds support seven local organizations inspired by Dolly’s legacy of giving: Krewe of Kindness, Asher’s Medical Supply Closet, Confetti on the Coast, Infinite Opportunities, Murphy Panther Pals, Delta Dogs & Education 4 Life @ Wilmer Hall. Grab your crew and get ready to Boot Scoot! CLICK HERE
MOBILE COUNTY PARKS FALL FESTIVAL- Sat 12noon-2pm; Bayfront Park and Escatawpa Hollow Park & Campground, Mobile
Enjoy an afternoon of seasonal fun, including live music, arts and crafts, face painting, mini-carnival games, a fall-themed photo area, food and more. The festivals offer activities for all ages and an opportunity to make lasting family memories. Admission is free. CLICK HERE
FESTA ITALIANA- Fri/Sat 11am-6pm, Fountain Park, Downtown Pensacola
Festa Italiana is a vibrant celebration of all things Italian, including food, music and family fun! Free admission. CLICK HERE
THE GREAT BARKTOBERFEST- Sun 10am-4pm, Seville Square and Fountain Park, Downtown Pensacola
When Mother Nature forced the cancellation of our two beloved annual events, Pensacola Humane Society and Northwest Florida Great Dane Rescue decided to join paws to combine Barktoberfest and Danetoberfest into one BIG, tail-wagging celebration! Features pet adoptions from area rescues, the Great Dane Strut, dog costume & trick contests, tail-wagging dog races. CLICK HERE
NOISES OFF! – Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm (Nov 12-22), Chickasaw Civic Theatre, Chickasaw
Start with backstage romance, add in an array of onstage mishaps and mix in a generous quantity of sardines. That’s the recipe for this classic farce. CLICK HERE
HANNAH McFARLAND- Fri 8pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile, CLICK HERE
TAB BENOIT with JESSE DRAYTON- Thurs 7pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort (Frank Brown Songwriters Festival), CLICK HERE; also Fri 8pm, Hard Rock Live Biloxi, CLICK HERE
NEPHEW TOMMY’S BLACK TIE HOUSE PARTY & COMEDY SHOW- Sat 7pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre, CLICK HERE
MATT MATTHEWS- Sat 8pm and 10:30pm; IP Casino Biloxi, CLICK HERE
THE STRAY CATS- Fri 8pm, Beau Rivage Biloxi, CLICK HERE
SHAAN- Sat 8pm, Beau Rivage Biloxi, CLICK HERE
FALL MARKET IN THE PARK **Last Weekend!**- Sat 7:30am-12noon, Oct 10-Nov 14, Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile
Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop. CLICK HERE
PALAFOX MARKET- Sat 9am-2pm, two locations: Martin Luther King Jr Plaza and Plaza Ferdinand, Downtown Pensacola
You’ll find the unique, the one-of-a-kind, the precious, the delicious and the off-beat at Palafox Market. Items originate directly from talented onsite vendors who grow, make, or create each item for sale. CLICK HERE
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL:
SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS vs TROY – Sat 6pm, Hancock Whitney Stadium, USA campus, Mobile, ESPN+, CLICK HERE
For South Alabama Game Day info (parking, clear bag policy, etc) CLICK HERE
ALABAMA @ VANDERBILT – Sat 11:45am, Nashville TN, SEC Network, CLICK HERE
AUBURN @ MISSISSIPPI STATE- Sat 11am, Starkville MS, ESPN2, CLICK HERE
FLORIDA @ KENTUCKY – Sat 5:15pm, Lexington KY, ESPN, CLICK HERE
FLORIDA STATE @ PITT- Fri 6pm, Pittsburgh PA, ESPN, CLICK HERE
UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA vs TARLETON STATE- Sat 2pm, Pen Air Field, Pensacola, CLICK HERE