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.
FRIDAY:
JAMEY JOHNSON with special guest THEO LAWRENCE- Friday, 7pm, The Sound Amphitheater, Gautier, MS.
Country music fans can catch Jamey Johnson with special guest Theo Lawrence for a night of live music at The Sound Amphitheater. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA FIRST FRIDAYS ART WALK- Friday, 4:30pm-7:30pm, Downtown Pensacola.
Explore participating galleries, meet local artists, enjoy live music and refreshments, and discover new exhibitions throughout the evening. Complimentary trolley transportation is available and admission is free. CLICK HERE
FAIRHOPE FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK- Friday, 6pm-8pm, Downtown Fairhope.
Stroll through Downtown Fairhope for local art and music. Stop by the Eastern Shore Art Center for free admission and live music. CLICK HERE
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER: SYMPHONIC THUNDER- Friday, 7pm-9pm, Jernigan’s Landing, Milton.
The Bands on the Blackwater series brings a variety of music from local favorites to national touring bands. Blankets, chairs and coolers are welcome. CLICK HERE
SATURDAY:
BFM5K ON THE RUNWAY- Saturday, 7am registration; 8am 5K; 9am 1-Mile Fun Run, Mobile International Airport.
This isn’t your average 5K. Run or walk an actual airport runway, pass Airbus’ Final Assembly Line and experience one of the most unique race courses on the Gulf Coast. Proceeds support the Mobile Airport Authority Foundation and its work in aviation, education and community engagement. CLICK HERE
MOBILE/GULF COAST WALK & ROLL- Saturday, 9am, Coastal Cafe and Park, County Road 64, Daphne.
Join the Mobile/Gulf Coast Walk & Roll for a day of connection, community support and fun. The event gives attendees a chance to explore resources, meet others in the community and help make a difference. The event is rain or shine. CLICK HERE
COASTAL ALABAMA DOWN SYNDROME BUDDY WALK- Saturday, 10am-3pm, Loxley Municipal Park.
Come walk with the Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Buddy Walk as the community celebrates diversity, raises awareness and enjoys a day filled with connection and fun. There will be a DJ, bounce houses, face painting, special guests and more, with the walk beginning around noon. CLICK HERE
OLD TIME DAYS- Saturday, 9am-4pm, Baldwin County Bicentennial Park, Stockton.
This year’s theme, “Harvesting Our Farming Heritage,” celebrates the farmers and traditions that have shaped Baldwin County. Guests can see demonstrations of traditional farming techniques, along with an antique car and tractor show, a noon parade and live entertainment. The event is rain or shine. CLICK HERE
45TH ANNUAL MOWA CHOCTAW POW WOW- Friday and Saturday, 9am-2pm, MOWA Choctaw Pow Wow Grounds, Mt. Vernon.
The MOWA Choctaw Indians will hold their 45th Annual Pow Wow this weekend. The event is open to the public and features traditional dancing, Native jewelry and food vendors. CLICK HERE
BAHIA GRASS INVITATIONAL LAWNMOWER RACING & FAT BOY FISH FRY CONTEST- Saturday, 9am-5pm, Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds, Milton.
This family-friendly event features lawnmower racing, a fish fry contest, food, environmental education and a 4-H art show. CLICK HERE
SOUTHERN ROOTS COUNTRY FESTIVAL featuring CRAIG MORGAN- Saturday, 2:30pm-10pm, Mobile International Speedway, Irvington.
Whether you’re a fan of classic country or new Southern sounds, there’s something for everyone at Southern Roots Country Festival. Live performances include Craig Morgan, The Boykinz, Alex Key, Seckond Chaynce, Jeremy McComb’s Honky Tonk Circus and Eklektik.
GULF COAST CHALLENGE: ALABAMA A&M vs. JACKSON STATE- Saturday, 4pm, Ladd-Peebles Stadium, Mobile.
The Gulf Coast Challenge, powered by the Mobile Sports Authority, brings Alabama A&M and Jackson State to Mobile for the Ultimate HBCU Experience. The weekend also includes the Gospel Explosion Concert featuring Fred Hammond, an HBCU Fest Concert featuring Juvenile and Webbie, and the Gulf Coast Challenge Parade.
JON PARDI- Saturday, 6:30pm, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi.
Jon Pardi brings his country hits to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum for a night of live music.
SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS vs. ULM- Saturday, 6pm, Hancock Whitney Stadium, USA Campus.
The Jaguars host ULM Saturday night at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. on ESPN+.
28TH ANNUAL DAUPHIN STREET BEER FESTIVAL- Saturday, 6pm-9pm, Downtown Mobile.
Sample 40 craft brews and imports from around the globe at nine local taverns and restaurants. The event also features live entertainment and the Stein Hoisting Competition in Cathedral Square.
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC with special guest PUDDLES PITY PARTY- Saturday, 8pm, The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach.
Weird Al Yankovic brings his unique brand of music and comedy to The Wharf Amphitheater with special guest Puddles Pity Party.
SOUTH ALABAMA COMIC CON- Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm, Mobile Convention Center.
South Alabama Comic Con is a two-day celebration of entertainment and pop culture featuring celebrity guests, comic creators, artists, vendors, cosplay, gaming and more. Guests include Vicki Lawrence, Kristy McNichol and Diedrich Bader.
10TH ANNUAL DANETOBERFEST- Saturday, 11am-4pm, Seville Square, Downtown Pensacola.
This year’s theme is “Not All Heroes Wear Capes… Some Drool!” Enjoy live music, great food, vendors and plenty of Great Danes from Northwest Florida Great Dane Rescue.
PENSACOLA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: OPENING NIGHT!- Saturday, 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre.
Maestro Peter Rubardt begins his 30th season with an evening of orchestral colors, passion and drama.
SUNDAY:
2026 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S – PENSACOLA BAY AREA- Sunday, 2pm registration; 3pm ceremony and walk, Community Maritime Park, Pensacola.
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s brings advocates together to honor loved ones, support those affected by Alzheimer’s and raise money for research and local community programs.
ROMAN STREET with ANDY VARGAS- Sunday, 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre.
Roman Street with Andy Vargas comes to the Pensacola Saenger Theatre for a Sunday night performance.
COMING UP MONDAY:
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH- Monday, 6:45pm, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi.
Five Finger Death Punch brings its high-energy live show to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum.
AND DON’T FORGET…
PENSACOLA BEACH SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL- October 1-11, various locations throughout Downtown Pensacola and Pensacola Beach.
Music lovers can hear the stories behind the songs as the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival returns with performances throughout Pensacola. The festival runs October 1-4 in Historic Downtown Pensacola before returning to Pensacola Beach October 8-11.
8TH ANNUAL MOBTOWN BURGER WEEK- October 2-11, various locations throughout Mobile.
Savor the top burgers from participating local restaurants as they compete for your vote and your taste buds. A portion of each burger sold benefits Restore Mobile.
AND OF COURSE, COLLEGE FOOTBALL:
ALABAMA @ MISSISSIPPI STATE- Saturday, 11am, Starkville, ABC.
AUBURN @ TENNESSEE- Saturday, 2:30pm, Knoxville, ESPN.
FLORIDA @ MISSOURI- Saturday, 2:30pm, Columbia, ABC.
FLORIDA STATE vs. VIRGINIA- Saturday, 2:30pm, Tallahassee, ESPN2.
UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA @ ABILENE CHRISTIAN- Saturday, 7pm, Abilene, Texas.
The Weekend Rundown is brought to you by Cockeyed Charlie’s Sports Bar and the all new Wemo Club, The Music Matrix… now open daily at 4pm.