WZEW EEO Public File Report

WZEW, WNSP, WZEW HD 2 (96.5 The Crab) & WZEW HD 3 (92.5 The Soul) ISSUES and PROGRAMMING TO ADDRESS THOSE ISSUES, 4th Quarter, 2025

The following are the issues of public importance identified by radio stations, WNSP, WZEW-FM, WZEW HD 2, and WZEW HD 3 in the 4th Quarter of 2025 for Mobile, Fairhope and the surrounding service area:

1) The improvement and protection of the environment in Mobile and Baldwin counties along with Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

2) The need for funding and support of the Child Advocacy Center for victims of sexual and physical abuse within the Mobile/Fairhope area.

3) The need for volunteer action to support programs and services for non-profit agencies within the service area.

4) Support for, and education about, the arts and the role they play in our community.

WZEW-FM offers extended airtime to legitimate public service groups through our liberal offering of airtime to legitimate public service groups. Included in the 4th quarter were the American Heart Association, the Child Advocacy Center, the Lagniappe, Boys and Girls Club, USA Woman’s & Children’s of Alabama, the Lagniappe, LifeSouth Community Bloodcenters, Lifelines Counseling Services, Mobile Arts Council, Mobile Baykeeper, the South West Mobile Are Chamber of Commerce, USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital, Breast Cancer Awareness, Playhouse in the Park , and The Joe Jefferson Playhouse. All the PSA’s that aired on WZEW are listed under the Community Round Table and 251 Now section directly below.

Public News/Lagniappe

WZEW has dedicated time to supporting news efforts in partnership with the Lagniappe weekly newspaper to cover stories of public interest that go uncovered due to the area’s lack of a daily newspaper.

Bras Across the Causeway

WZEW-FM sponsored and promoted the Bras Across the Causeway run and fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness and Victims at USS Battleship Park to benefit local patients currently battling the disease. WZEW personality Matt Mc Coy provided PA, music, and emcee duties. The event raised over $80,000 which went directly to patients at USA’s Providence Hospital and others in Mobile and Baldwin Counties currently battling breast cancer.

Child Advocacy Center

WZEW-FM sponsored and promoted the Child Advocacy Center’s “Holiday Cheer for Children” event. WZEW-FM promoted the event on air and made an appearance at the “Holiday Cheer” event. 92 ZEW personality Matt Mc Coy co-hosted the event and helped auction off items to raise money for the CAC. Comment from Director of Communications, Elaine Henderson:

Thank you and 92ZEW for being a sponsor of the 2025 Downtown Cajun Cook Off! Thank you to our cooking teams, volunteers, sponsors and all who attended the Downtown Cajun Cook Off for helping raise $63,700 to help fund free services at the Child Advocacy Center . We had 2,281 come thru the gate!

Elaine Henderson

Director of the Office of Communications and Development

Child Advocacy Center, Mobile, Alabama

Ph. 251-432-1101

Cell. 251-490-8860

ehenderson@cacmobile.org

The Arts in our Community

WZEW-FM is a proud sponsor of the Arts in Mobile & Baldwin Counties. This includes The Joe Jefferson Playhouse, Playhouse in the Park , Mobile Arts Council, Loda Art Walk/Arts Alive!, The Mobile Opera & Symphony and Ballet and many others. Times of shows, and tickets to the events were given each week leading up to the weekend performances. Gene Murrell also participated in and helped judge the Annual Walter Trumbauer Festival, which has provided quality training and performance opportunities for Alabama theatre students at the high school level since 1940. The festival consists of 33 individual events, a one-act play festival, a studio theatre play festival, and group events —all for 9th through 12th grades. Students receive critiques from qualified theatre practitioners. The Awards ceremony celebrates the best of the best. The two top one-act productions advance to the SETC High School Competition.The students attending the state festival have qualified from one of seven district festivals held throughout the state on November 2, 2024. Funded in part by a grant from the Alabama State Council of the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts.

Southwest Mobile County Chamber Business Expo

WZEW-FM, WNSP, 96.5 The Crab and 92.5 The Soul participated in the SouthWest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, promoting area businesses and the avenues we have available for their businesses to get their message and services out to the public.

University of South Alabama’s Communication Career Day

92 ZEW and WNSP sent three personalities to this event held on The University of South Alabama’s campus. Each personality met with students to discuss radio job opportunities and answer questions on how radio works. They also signed up two new interns for the Spring to come learn in person at the Sound of Mobile Studios.

92 ZEW’s Community Round Table & 251 NOW

WZEW-FM, HD2 96.5 The Crab, and HD3 92.5 The Soul, and 1055 WNSP-FM began dedicating Sundays from 7AM-8AM to new public programming, airing two shows Radio Health Journal and Viewpoints. For 30+ years Radio Health Journal has been bringing listeners useful, verifiable information they can trust and rely on in the fields of health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine & public policy. Viewpoints report each week on social issues, the environment, history, food – you name it. Could the plague resurface with climate change? Candid stories on topics you should know.

10/5/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: FROM ‘SKIBIDI’ TO ‘UNALIVE’: HOW SOCIAL MEDIA SHAPES OUR SENTENCES Time: 1:47 Duration: 8:14 Synopsis: Slang words like “Rizz” and “Unalive” aren’t just passing fads but reveal how social media algorithms are shaping the way we talk. Linguist Adam Aleksic explains how slang spreads, why emojis are still so popular and how technology is accelerating the pace of language change. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Adam Aleksic, linguist, author of Algospeak: How Social Media is Transforming the Future of Language Compliancy issues: Aging, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Culture, Entertainment, History, Language, Linguistics, Media, Social Media, Technology, Youthhood Links for more info: Algospeak Book Adam Aleksic Instagram SEGMENT 2: LOST AT SEA: A STORY OF SURVIVAL AND THE SCIENCE OF RESILIENCE Time: 12:04 Duration: 8:35 Synopsis: After four months adrift in the Pacific Ocean in the 1970’s, Marilyn and Maurice Bailey’s survival hinged on their ability to stay mentally resilient. Psychologist George Bonanno and journalist Sophie Elmhirst break down why resilience doesn’t always mean sheer optimism and thick skin and what traits we can embody to feel more resilient through life’s ups and downs. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Polly Hansen Guests: George Bonanno, professor, clinical psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University, author of The End of Trauma; Sophie Elmhirst, journalist, author, A Marriage at Sea: A True Story of Love, Obsession, and Shipwreck. Compliancy issues: Communication, Exploration, History, Literature, Medical Research, Mental Health, Mental Resilience, Psychology, Relationships, Self-Growth, Self-Help, Survival Links for more info: Marriage at Sea Book The End of Trauma Book George Bonanno Columbia University Faculty Profile VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: WHY GOLD PRICES ARE SOARING TO RECORD HIGHS Time: 21:39 Duration: 2:16 Synopsis: Experts weigh in on what’s driving this recent gold rush and if it’s still a good time to invest in the commodity. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Economic Downturn, Economy, Global Markets, Investing, Personal Finance, Personal Wealth, Politics, Recession, Savings CULTURE CRASH: UNPACKING THE HYPE AROUND THE NEW MOVIE “HIM” Time: 23:55 Duration: 2:30 Synopsis: We cover if this new horror movie is worth the watch. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Entertainment, Film, Media

10/12/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: THE WIDENING DIVIDE IN POLITICS, LOVE AND LIFE Time: 1:47 Duration: 8:48 Synopsis: From politics to dating to ideas of what success looks like, young men and women are increasingly on opposite sides. This week – We’re joined by two experts who trace the divide back to social media, shifting power dynamics, and cultural change. Both also raise some key questions about how this generational split will reshape current norms. Host: Gary Price Producer: Grace Galante Guests: Corey Seemiller, Gen Z researcher, professor, leadership studies, Wright State University; Richard Nennstiel, sociologist, researcher, University of Bern Compliancy issues: Communications, Culture, Marriage, Political Ideology, Politics, Public Opinion, Relationships, Social Media, Society, Youth Issues Links for more info: Corey Seemiller Website Richard Nennstiel Website NBC News Gen Z Poll Deloitte Gen Z & Millennial Breakdown SEGMENT 2: WHY A LOUISIANA LIBRARIAN BECAME A NATIONAL TARGET Time: 12:37 Duration: 7:44 Synopsis: After middle school librarian Amanda Jones voiced her opposition to book banning at a local Louisiana school board meeting, she began receiving thousands of death threats. We cover both perspectives behind the book banning debate and talk to Jones about the challenges she’s faced over the past few years and explore what drives her to keep advocating for her cause. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Polly Hansen Guests: Amanda Jones, author, That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America Compliancy issues: Career, Censorship, Democracy, Education, Free Speech, Government, Literature, Politics Links for more info: That Librarian Book on Amazon Amanda Jones Instagram The Librarians Documentary The Rise of Book Bans in America VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: IN REMEMBRANCE: HONORING SCIENTIST & ADVOCATE JANE GOODALL Time: 21:21 Duration: 2:09 Synopsis: We honor Goodall’s many contributions and the great legacy she leaves behind. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Business, Health, Health Policy, Inflation, Medical Access, Medication Affordability, Personal Finance, Pharmaceutical Industry, Politics CULTURE CRASH: THE EVOLUTION OF LEONARDO DICAPRIO & HIS LATEST FILM ROLE Time: 23:30 Duration: 2:57 Synopsis: DiCaprio’s latest role in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” shows just how far he’s come over the years. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Film, Media

10/19/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: WHY YOU’RE ALWAYS BUSY BUT NEVER FULLY CAUGHT UP Time: 1:47 Duration: 7:32 Synopsis: On average, its estimated that the typical worker receives one email every six minutes. This constant stream of emails and instant messages throughout the day continuously pulls people away from their main tasks and leads to workout burnout. Computer science and communication expert, Cal Newport joins us to break down the main issues and possible solutions. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Cal Newport, professor, computer science, Georgetown University, author, World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload Compliancy issues: Artificial Intelligence, Burnout, Communication, Focus, Health, Mental Health, Personal Boundaries, Privacy, Productivity, Technology, Workplace Culture Links for more info: A World Without Email by Cal Newport Cal Newport Georgetown Faculty Profile Cal Newport YouTube Page Tips on Cutting Down Email & Boosting Productivity – Business Insider SEGMENT 2: AN AGENT, A PSYCHIC AND THE HUNT FOR JUSTICE Time: 11:21 Duration: 9:39 Synopsis: When FBI agent Robert Hilland ran out of leads on a cold case, he turned to an unlikely source: psychic John Edwards. What started as skepticism became a decades-long partnership that helped solve some of the country’s most confounding crimes. Their story blurs the line between intuition, evidence, and the unknown. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Polly Hansen Guests: Robert Hilland, retired FBI agent, co-author, Chasing Evil: Shocking Crimes, Supernatural Forces, and an FBI Agent’s Search for Hope and Justice Compliancy issues: Career, Crime, Criminal Justice, History, Law Enforcement, Literature, Psychic Studies, Psychology, Spirituality Links for more info: Chasing Evil Book John Edward Instagram VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: PFIZER, POLITICS AND THE PRICE OF TREATMENT Time: 22:00 Duration: 2:02 Synopsis: The plan proposes selling medications directly to consumers online at prices up to 50 percent lower. But with limited details and eligibility, questions remain about whether this move will bring real relief or is just a political stunt. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Affordability, Aging, Corporate Greed, Drug Prices, Government, Health, Inflation, Personal Finance, Pharmaceutical Industry, Politics, Prescription Medicine CULTURE CRASH: THE YEAR’S BEST STEPHEN KING ADAPTATION? Time: 24:02 Duration: 2:24 Synopsis: Blending dystopian horror with raw emotion, the film captures King’s chilling vision of survival in a world gone wrong. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Film, Horror, Media

10/26/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: CAN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE REPLACE YOUR THERAPIST? Time: 1:47 Duration: 10:14 Synopsis: As artificial intelligence moves deeper into mental health spaces, chatbots are starting to mimic real therapy conversations. We explore where these tools can help, where they fall short, and how some states are already beginning to regulate their use in therapeutic settings. Host: Gary Price Producer: Grace Galante Guests: Jonathan Alpert, psychotherapist, author, Therapy Nation; Jodi Halpern, professor, bioethics & medical humanities, University of California, Berkeley Compliancy issues: Artificial Intelligence, Career, Communication, Health, Mental Health, Online Safety, Psychology, Public Health, Technology, Therapy Links for more info: Jonathon Alpert Instagram Jodi Halpern UC Berkeley Faculty Profile 988 Suicide Crisis Hotline Suicidal Crisis Support Lookup Page – International Assocation for Suicide Prevention Dangers of AI in Therapeutic Care – Stanford University Article SEGMENT 2: KNITTING, QUILTING & THE ART OF STARTING OVER Time: 14:03 Duration: 6:55 Synopsis: For some, healing begins with a single stitch. From a young woman rebuilding her life through knitting to a man wrongfully imprisoned who stayed resilient by quilting, this story weaves together the power of art and building community through passion projects. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Polly Hansen Guests: Nicole Nehrig, clinical psychologist, author, With Her Own Hands: Women Weaving Their Stories; Gary Tyler, author, Stitching Freedom: A True Story of Injustice, Defiance, and Hope in Angola Prison Compliancy issues: Art, Career, Community, Creativity, Domestic Abuse, Health, Imagination, Incarceration, Mental Health, Poverty, Psychology, Relationships, Resilience, Women’s Rights Links for more info: Gary Tyler Artist Page at the Library Street Collective Gary Tyler Page at the Nat’l Museum of African Amer. History & Culture Smithsonian Magazine Article on Gary Tyler’s Wrongful Imprisonment & Artistry With Her Own Hands by Nicole Nehrig Easy Beginner Sewing Projects – Better Homes & Gardens VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: WHERE HALLOWEEN REALLY COMES FROM Time: 21:58 Duration: 2:26 Synopsis: This segment traces how a Celtic ritual honoring the dead slowly transformed into a family friendly holiday that’s celebrated by millions of Americans each year. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Culture, Customs, Halloween, History, Religion, Superstitions, Traditions CULTURE CRASH: IN DEFENSE: BEING PROUD OF THE MUSIC GENRE EVERYONE LOVES TO HATE Time: 24:24 Duration: 2:03 Synopsis: We argue why pop – and the artists behind it – deserve more respect. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Media, Music, Youth Issues

11/2/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: FOUR CENTURIES OF NEW YORKERS WHO SHAPED THE CITY Time: 1:47 Duration: 7:06 Synopsis: Across 400 years, New York City has drawn ambitious dreamers, risk-takers, and reformers who helped define not only the metropolis but an entire nation. From early settlers to civil rights trailblazers, we highlight some of the stories of ordinary people whose actions built the vibrant, diverse and progressive landscape that is New York today. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Sam Roberts, urban affairs correspondent, The New York Times, author, The New Yorkers: 31 Remarkable People, 400 Years, and the Untold Biography of the World’s Greatest City Compliancy issues: American History, Business, Civil Rights, Culture, Development, Economic Growth, Equality, Innovation, Urban Living Links for more info: The New Yorkers by Sam Roberts – Amazon 31 New Yorkers Who You Should Know – NYT Article SEGMENT 2: THE SCIENCE AND LIMITS OF CRIMINAL PROFILING Time: 10:56 Duration: 9:53 Synopsis: Criminal profiling sits at the crossroads of science, psychology, and storytelling, but how much of it really works and why is there so much public fascination around these killers? We trace its origins from the hunt for Jack the Ripper during the 19th century in London to the data-driven age of artificial intelligence policing. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Rachel Corbett, investigative journalist, author, The Monsters We Make: Murder, Obsession, and the Rise of Criminal Profiling Compliancy issues: Criminal Psychology, Criminal Science, Forensics, Government, Law Enforcement, Media, Politics, Psychology, Public Safety, Sensationalism Links for more info: Rachel Corbett Website Rachel Corbett Instagram Monsters We Make by Rachel Corbett – Amazon Jack the Ripper Case – Psychology Today Article Criminal Profiling & DNA Forensics in the Gilgo Beach Killer Case 2023 VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE’S ENERGY PROBLEM: WHY MORE CONSUMERS ARE FOOTING THE BILL Time: 21:49 Duration: 1:58 Synopsis: The explosive growth of artificial intelligence is fueling a surge in electricity use, straining local power grids and driving up costs across the country. As data centers multiply, experts warn that this growth may soon outpace the grid’s capacity to keep up. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Artificial Intelligence, Business, Consumer News, Economics, Inflation, Personal Finance, Public Utilities, Technology CULTURE CRASH: WHY “DEADBEAT” MARKS A NEW ERA FOR MUSICIAN TAME IMPALA Time: 23:47 Duration: 2:41 Synopsis: Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker returns with a new album that trades psychedelic introspection for a brighter, club-ready sound. We review his latest drop this week on Culture Crash. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Media, Music, Youth Issues

11/9/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: CLUES, CATEGORIES & CONSISTENCY: LOOKING BACK ON TV’S SMARTEST SURVIVOR Time: 1:47 Duration: 10:28 Synopsis: For 60 years, Jeopardy! has remained a constant in American television by blending intellect, competition, and charm. This week – we revisit the game show’s evolution, the lasting influence of Alex Trebek and how new host Ken Jennings is keeping the legacy alive while adapting to modern audience. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Robert Thompson, professor of television & popular culture, Syracuse University; Daniella Regencia, attorney, former Jeopardy! contestant. Compliancy issues: Business, Career, Celebrity Culture, Culture, Entertainment, Entertainment Industry, History, Intelligence, Legacy, Technology, Trivia Links for more info: Robert Thompson Syracuse Faculty Page Danielle Regencia Mullen & Henzel Attorneys at Law Profile Alex Trebek Jeopardy Legacy SEGMENT 2: THE REAL GEORGE WASHINGTON: WHAT HISTORY BOOKS LEAVE OUT Time: 14:17 Duration: 6:53 Synopsis: We think we know George Washington – the hero, the general, the face on the dollar bill. But behind the legend was a man navigating deep flaws, hard choices and the fragile beginnings of a nation unlike anything else. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Alexis Coe, author, You Never Forget Your First: A Biography of George Washington. Compliancy issues: Government, History, Leadership, Politics, Presidency, Presidential History, Revolution, War Links for more info: Alexis Coe Book VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: FEWER BIRTHS, SMALLER FUTURE: WHY THE HUMAN POPULATION IS SHRINKING Time: 24:27 Duration: 1:59 Synopsis: The new film, “Blue Moon” features actor Ethan Hawke in th Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Census, Culture, Demographics, Economy, Employment, Global Issues, Lifestyle, Population, Trends CULTURE CRASH: RICHARD LINKLATER FINDS MAGIC IN STILLNESS WITH “BLUE MOON” Time: 22:10 Duration: 2:17 Synopsis: From the U.S. to South Korea, fertility rates are hitting record lows. We break down what’s driving the global baby bust and why it matters. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Film, Media, Psychology.

11/16/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: FROM NECK TO NERVES: WHAT EVERYDAY PAIN IS TRYING TO TELL US Time: 1:47 Duration: 7:55 Synopsis: A sore neck, stiff shoulders, or dull backache might seem small until they’re not. Orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. Rahul Shah joins us to explain how these everyday aches are signals from a body that’s out of sync, often due to tech habits, posture, and lack of movement. By understanding the body’s chain reaction, we can prevent years of chronic pain before it starts. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Dr. Rahul Shah, orthopaedic surgeon. Compliancy issues: Aging, Exercise, Health, Medicine, Pain Management, Physical Therapy, Wellness Links for more info: Rahul Shah – Premier Orthopaedic Associates ‘Tech Neck’ – Mayo Clinic Article SEGMENT 2: SLEEP LIKE A BABY? HOW OUR EARLY SLEEP HABITS SHAPE US Time: 11:45 Duration: 9:16 Synopsis: We often think of sleep as a nightly reset, but what if our lifelong rest patterns are set much earlier in life? This week – we cover how researchers are uncovering how disrupted infant sleep may alter brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Grace Galante Guests: Dr. Wendy Hall, Professor Emeritus, University of British Columbia; Dr. Graham Diering, Associate Professor of Cell Biology and Physiology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Compliancy issues: Aging, Child Development, Disease, Habits, Health, Mental Health, Parenting, Scientific Research, Sleep Hygiene, Sleep Medicine, Wellness Links for more info: Wendy Hall Faculty Page Graham Diering Faculty Page VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: FROM QUEENS TO CITY HALL: ZOHRAN MAMDANI’S UNLIKELY PATH Time: 22:01 Duration: 2:15 Synopsis: In New York, a new kind of leader is stepping in. Zohran Mamdani is younger, bolder, and has a vision that’s shaking up the status quo. What his victory reveals goes far beyond this recent mayoral election. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Affordable Housing, Democracy, Diversity, Elections, Equity, History, Housing, Local Government, Politics, Voter Rights, Young Voters CULTURE CRASH: WHY REWATCHING OUR FAVORITE FILMS NEVER GET OLD Time: 24:16 Duration: 2:10 Synopsis: Some movies like never lose their spark. We cover why we’ll never get tired of rewatching this mysterious drama. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Film, Media, Psychology.

11/23/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: I SPY DELICIOUS PIE Time: 1:47 Duration: 6:44 Synopsis: Pie has come a long way from medieval savory fare to a global dessert favorite. Pie expert Ken Haedrich dishes out simple baking tips, his pick for Thanksgiving (creamy Southern buttermilk pie), and a reminder that the crust matters but perfection doesn’t. Bottom line: all pie is good pie. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Ken Haedrich, Food writer and author of The Cookbook Pie Academy. Compliancy issues: Baking, Cooking, Culinary Arts, Cultural Heritage, History, Holiday Traditions, Parenting Links for more info: Pie Academy by Ken Haedrich Pie Recipes from the Pie Academy Easy Pie Recipes for Beginner Bakers SEGMENT 2: AMERICA’S QUIET ADDICTION: ONE MAN’S RECOVERY, ONE DOCTOR’S WARNING Time: 10:33 Duration: 10:22 Synopsis: Behind the drinks we celebrate lies a nationwide addiction crisis. A recovering alcoholic and an emergency room doctor join us this week to share how easily alcohol dependence takes hold, the long-term damaging effects of this addiction and some of the newest treatments available on the frontlines. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Christopher Najera, author of The Hard Truth! Stopping Alcohol; Dr. Corey Hazekamp, emergency medicine physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Compliancy issues: Addiction, Health Equity, Healthcare, Medicine, Mental Health, Prevention Awareness, Psychology, Public Health, Scientific Research, Substance Abuse Links for more info: The Hard Truth Website The Hard Truth! Stopping Alcohol by Christopher Najera Christopher Najera Instagram Dr. Corey Hazekamp Northwestern Medicine Faculty Page AA.org SAMHSA Helpline How to Curb Drinking During the Holidays New Treatments for Fighting Alcohol Addiction VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: INSIDE THE NEW GROCERY BUDGET SQUEEZE Time: 21:55 Duration: 1:53 Synopsis: New polling shows Americans are buying fewer extras at the grocery store, signaling a growing caution that retailers and the economy can’t ignore. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Affordability, Economy, Food Access, Inflation, Personal Finance, Poverty, Public Health CULTURE CRASH: INSIDE THE TWISTY NEW THRILLER FROM THE “BREAKING BAD” CREATOR Time: 23:48 Duration: 2:39 Synopsis: American screenwriter Vince Gilligan is back with a new mystery series. We give our review this week on Culture Crash. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Media, Science Fiction, TV.

11/30/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: SHUTDOWN FALLOUT: THE FAMILIES LEFT WAITING FOR HELP Time: 1:47 Duration: 8:39 Synopsis: When the government shut down for 43 days this past October and November, tens of millions of Americans suddenly found the support they rely on slipping out of reach. The disruption revealed just how vulnerable SNAP recipients are when politics stalls and the system falters. We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Jessica Bollinger, case manager, homeless shelter, North Carolina; Gina Plato-Niño, SNAP Director, Food Research & Action Center. Compliancy issues: Food Stamps, Government, Hunger, Nutrition, Parenting, Politics, Poverty, Public Health, Public Service Links for more info: SNAP Info – USDA Website Food Research & Action Center – What We Do Find Food Through Feeding America Directory Changes Coming to SNAP – The Hill Expanded Work Requirements for SNAP Qualification – FOX News SEGMENT 2: THE PET BOOM THAT NEVER REALLY ENDED Time: 12:28 Duration: 8:39 Synopsis: America’s love for pets has grown into a cultural shift that reshapes how we live and spend. What began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Mark Cushing, founder, CEO, Animal Policy Group, author, Pet Nation; Dan Rubenstein, founder, CEO, PUPS Pet Club, Chicago. Compliancy issues: Culture, Parenting, Personal Finance, Pet Ownership, Relationships, Social Norms, Veterinary Science Links for more info: Mark Cushing Website Pups Pet Club – Dan Rubenstein & Our Story Pet Population Growth – American Veterinary Medical Association The Most Popular Pets in America – Pet Food Industry Most Popular Dog Breeds in the U.S. – American Kennel Club VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: THE HIDDEN COST OF THRIFTING TODAY Time: 22:07 Duration: 2:17 Synopsis: Thrifting is often seen as an eco-friendly alternative to fast fashion, but the reality is more complicated. As donations surge and low-quality clothing floods secondhand shops, even resale stores are struggling to keep pace with the waste cycle. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Affordability, Economy, Food Access, Inflation, Personal Finance, Poverty, Public Health CULTURE CRASH: JENNIFER LAWRENCE AND ROBERT PATTINSON LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM Time: 24:24 Duration: 2:03 Synopsis: We review the new drama film “Die My Love” which has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. The movie stars Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Media, Science Fiction, TV

12/7/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: NINE YEARS OLD & ONLINE: THE NEW REALITY OF TECH USE Time: 1:49 Duration: 8:43 Synopsis: Kids are stepping into the online world earlier than ever, often before parents have mapped out the rules. We look at what changes when the average nine-year-old gets a smartphone, and the small, practical choices that can keep the experience safe without every day turning into a power struggle for parents. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Catherine Pearlman, licensed clinical social worker, author, First Phone: A Child’s Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety and Etiquette. Compliancy issues: Bullying, Child Development, Child Safety, Cybersecurity, Education, Mental Health, Online Safety, Parenting, Privacy, Social Media, Technology Links for more info: Kid Tech Use Statistics & Info – Pew Research Center Building Healthy Media Use Habits for Kids SEGMENT 2: THE HIDDEN FORCES BEHIND MODERN BREAKUPS Time: 12:34 Duration: 8:35 Synopsis: Breakups now unfold in a world where politics, feeds, and public opinion quietly shape how couples drift apart. And with so much of life happening online, those moments don’t stay private for long. Often, friends, followers and even strangers can influence how people interpret what happened and how they should feel about it. We cover how these subtle pressures make break up’s feel even harder these days. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Dr. Mary Lamia, clinical Psychologist, therapist. Compliancy issues: Communication, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Love, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships, Self-Help, Social Media, Social Norms Links for more info: Mary Lamia Website Holiday Breakups – Refinery 29 Article 5 Ways to Keep Your Relationship Strong During the Holidays VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: THE TINY CLUES THAT EXPOSE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOOTAGE Time: 22:09 Duration: 2:02 Synopsis: AI-generated videos now look startlingly real, but small inconsistencies in movement, lighting and context can still give them away. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Artificial Intelligence, Media, Privacy, Public Perception, Public Safety, Sensationalism, Technology CULTURE CRASH: TWO “SUCCESSION” CO-STARS, TWO NEW THRILLERS Time: 24:11:00 Duration: 2:15 Synopsis: Two Succession standouts, Sarah Snook and Matthew Macfadyen, return in new streaming thrillers. We cover if the new releases are worth your time this holiday season. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Media, TV

12/14/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: SAVING CORAL REEFS: WHY THESE ANIMALS MATTER MORE THAN WE THINK Time: 1:48 Duration: 9:13 Synopsis: Coral reefs are home to 25 percent of all marine life – approximately 800,000 species. But these vibrant, colorful landscapes are more than just a home for aquatic life. Coral reefs are animals themselves. Two ocean experts join us to share some interesting facts about these unique creatures and why people should care about their declining existence. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Helen Fox, conservation science director, Coral Reef Alliance; Juli Berwald, ocean expert, author, Life on the Rocks: Building a Future for Coral Reefs. Compliancy issues: Biodiversity, Climate Change, Endangered Species, Ocean Conservation, Pollution, Research, Science Links for more info: Life on the Rocks – Juli Berwald NOAA Article SEGMENT 2: LIBRARIES ON THE LINE: HOW FUNDING CUTS ARE AFFECTING LOCAL LIBRARIES Time: 13:03 Duration: 8:33 Synopsis: There are more than 125,000 library branches across the country. For many smaller, rural towns, these locations aren’t just a place to get books but are a lifeline for countless other resources. Following an executive order that would reduce funding – which has since been overturned – libraries need support now more than ever. Our experts explain how these funds are used to enhance local communities and civil participation. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri, Grace Galante Guests: Kate Laughlin, executive director, Association for Rural and Small Libraries; Sam Helmick, president, American Library Association Compliancy issues: Aging, Career, Community, Government, Government Funding, Health, Internet, Library Science, Mental Health, Politics, Public Health, Public Utilities, Technology Links for more info: Helmick ALA Profile ALA instagram Laughlin ARSL profile Laughlin LinkedIn VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: EVERYTHING YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT MOUNT RUSHMORE Time: 22:36 Duration: 2:19 Synopsis: We dive into the 14-year project – from early concepts to the symbolism represented in the finished product. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: American History, Art, Historical Figures, History, Public Safety, Geology, Workforce CULTURE CRASH: TRAIN DREAMS IS NETFLIX’S NEWEST CINEMATIC MASTERPIECE Time: 24:55 Duration: 1:33 Synopsis: The 2025 drama brings stunning videography and emotional storytelling to streaming giant, Netflix. We review what you’ll love about this film and why Netflix may not be the best option for the optimal viewing experience. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Drama, Media, TV

12/21/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: THE ONE-HUNDED YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF MOUNT RUSHMORE Time: 1:48 Duration: 8:19 Synopsis: It’s one of the most photographed landmarks in America, but behind the four stone faces lies a story of abandoned visions, a sculptor with a controversial legacy and a mountain long sacred to Native Americans. A century after the project was approved, we have a conversation about the landmark’s lesser-known history and who gets to shape the story of America. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri, Polly Hansen Guests: Matthew Davis, author, A Biography of a Mountain: The Making and Meaning of Mount Rushmore Compliancy issues: American History, Art, Culture, Government, Literature, National Landmarks, Native American History, Patriotism, Politics, Racism, Segregation Links for more info: A Biography of a Mountain by Matthew Davis Why Mount Rushmore – Matthew Davis Website Mount Rushmore National Memorial – National Park Service Native Americans & Mount Rushmore – PBS SEGMENT 2: THE HUMAN COST OF INFLATION: ONE MOTHER’S VIEW FROM THE FINANCIAL EDGE Time: 12:10 Duration: 8:49 Synopsis: Christina Kuhn’s life is a daily race against rising prices, stagnant wages and the constant fear that one unexpected expense could cause her family to lose everything. In this intimate portrait of a Michigan family stretched to their limit, we explore what it really feels like to live without a safety net in today’s economy. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Christina Kuhn, Michigan resident, mother Compliancy issues: Affordability, Economy, Government, Inflation, Mental Health, Parenting, Poverty, Public Health Links for more info: How to Receive Federal Financial Assistance Getting Help Through 211 America’s Affordability Crisis – Time Magazine Americans’ Emergency Fund – Federal Reserve VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: THE HOLIDAY LEFTOVER MISTAKES MANY OF US MAKE Time: 22:00 Duration: 2:25 Synopsis: Holiday food safety can feel like a guessing game. Everyone has an opinion, and most of us are just hoping we’re making the right call. We break down the simple rules that can keep your fridge (and your family) out of the danger zone during this busy time of year. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Cooking, Food Safety, Food Waste, Health, Holiday Gathering, Hosting CULTURE CRASH: IS KING SORROW WORTH READING? INSIDE JOE HILL’S NEWEST NOVEL Time: 24:25 Duration: 2:02 Synopsis: With King Sorrow, Joe Hill turns a simple mistake into a decades-long nightmare. Here’s why his newest horror title might be his most gripping yet. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Culture, Literature, Media

12/28/2025 Executive Producer: Amirah Zaveri Production Manager: Jason Dickey SEGMENT 1: THE HIDDEN LABOR GAP IN MODERN FAMILIES Time: 1:48 Duration: 7:17 Synopsis: Even as dual-income households become more of the norm across America, women often still shoulder more of the work at home. We explore why this imbalance persists and what real equity moving forward could look like. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Kate Mangino, gender expert, author of Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home. Compliancy issues: Gender Issues, Career, Gender Equality, Parenting, Relationships, Psychology, Equality, Stress, Culture, Sociology, Unpaid Labor Links for more info: How Gender Equity Begins at Home – Harvard Business Review Kate Mangino – Instagram Kate Mangino Website Why Women Do the Household Worrying – The New York Times SEGMENT 2: LOCKED OUT OF WORK: WOMEN, CRIMINAL RECORDS & THE WILL TO REBUILD Time: 11:08 Duration: 10:04 Synopsis: A criminal record can follow someone for years, or even decades, by chronically limiting job options and career paths at every turn. As Illinois moves forward with a new Clean Slate law, we examine how these barriers shape lives nationwide, disproportionately affect formerly incarcerated women and what record-clearing policies could change for the tens of millions of Americans stuck in limbo. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Guests: Chanell Burnette, writer, advocate, former prisoner; Marlon Chamberlain, founder, executive director, Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, former prisoner; Colette Payne, director, Reclamation Project, Women’s Justice Institute, former prisoner. Compliancy issues: Incarceration, Career, Law Enforcement, Economy, Poverty, Law, Government, Equal Opportunity Links for more info: Clean Slate Initiative – Live Free Illinois Women’s Justice Institute Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments What is the Clean Slate Act? – Forbes Chanell Burnette – Writer Profile at Prison Journalism Project Marlon Chamberlain – Instagram Profile Safer Foundation – Nonprofit Helping with Re-Entry Into Society The Redemption Project – Helping Former Prisoners Find Employers & Mentors VIEWPOINTS EXPLAINED: A GLOBAL THREAT THAT’S SLOWLY FADING Time: 22:12 Duration: 2:11 Synopsis: This week, as we focus on highlighting more positive news, we cover how one global problem is moving in the right direction – and how this positive change didn’t happen by accident, but required global cooperation. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Compliancy issues: Climate Change, Climate Progress, Science, Global Policy, Global Initiatives, News, Media, Industrial Waste CULTURE CRASH: GUILLERMO DEL TORO FINALLY MEETS “FRANKENSTEIN” Time: 24:23 Duration: 2:02 Synopsis: Acclaimed Mexican filmmaker and director Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited “Frankenstein” arrives at last. We review the new film now streaming on Netflix. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Compliancy issues: Media, Culture, Literature, Film, Art

92 ZEW’S ON AIR WEEKEND RUNDOWN

Each week, 92 ZEW reads on air information about special events and

local happenings within the community providing its listeners with information about these events they may want to contribute or take part in. The following are a list of events that were promoted and announced to the general public.

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 10/2-10/5

WEDNESDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Wed Phil & Foster 7pm

THURSDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Matthew Jacquette 6:30pm

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 too!

CASH BACK: A JOHNNY & JUNE CARTER CASH TRIBUTE- Thurs 7:30pm, OWA

Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley, CLICK HERE

MOBILE ARTS COUNCIL 13th Annual THROWDOWN- Thurs 6pm-9pm, National

Maritime Museum of the Gulf, Downtown Mobile. Join the Mobile Arts Council as they

throw it back to the ’70s for the 13th Throwdown live art competition. The Throwdown

features five local artists competing in a fast-paced, 90-minute challenge using only

supplies from a shared table—and a surprise mystery box. Each artist’s completed work

will be auctioned live at the end of the evening, offering you a unique opportunity to buy

original artwork created before your eyes. CLICK HERE

CATT’S BROWN BAG FREE CONCERT SERIES- Thurs 11am-1:30pm. May Day

Park Daphne. Harrison McInnis in the free concert series started by our own Catt

Sirten. Thursday's act is Eden and Raul.

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy

the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants,

homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails,

snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face

painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri Cam Lewis 7:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Fri Sugarcane Jane 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Al McNab & Jeff Funk 6-9pm/ Stan Foster Four- Daphne 6-9pm.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK- Fri 6pm-8pm, Downtown Fairhope. Visit local merchants in Downtown Fairhope as they stay open late and highlight the art community. Also, new

exhibits and live music at the Eastern Shore Art Center. Free admission. CLICK HERE

GULF COAST CHALLENGE- Events begin Thursday, prior to the game on Saturday–

4pm Kickoff; Ladd Peebles Stadium, Mobile. The Gulf Coast Challenge Powered by the

Mobile Sports Authority presents two Historically Black Colleges and Universities in a

classic showdown. The game features the Tigers of Jackson State University vs. the

Bulldogs of Alabama A&M University. Festivities include:

Friday, 6pm, HBCU Fest Concert Featuring Lil Scrappy & Ying Yang Twins at Ladd

Saturday 10am, Gulf Coast Challenge Parade – starts at Warren St. & Congress St.

Saturday at noon, Tailgate Concert Featuring Cupid at Ladd. CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA vs VANDERBILT- Sat Tuscaloosa, ABC and on 92.1 FM your home for the

Alabama Crimson Tide. Pregame coverage begins at 11:30am, and kickoff is at 2:30pm.

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS @ TROY – Sat 6pm, Troy AL, ESPN+

FLORIDA vs TEXAS- Sat 2:30pm, Gainesville, ESPN

FLORIDA STATE vs MIAMI – Sat 6:30pm, Tallahassee, ABC

EVENTS & MUSIC

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Sat Blackwater Brass Reunion Show 7:30pm

DAUPHIN STREET BEER FESTIVAL- Sat 6pm-9pm, LoDa Entertainment District,

Downtown Mobile. Get ready to explore a wide variety of unique beers at this year’s

festival—from IPAs and microbrews to stouts and ciders. Twelve venues across the

LoDa entertainment district will be pouring 48 different tastings, all included with your

ticket. Purchase a ticket at BeerFestMobile.com while they last. CLICK HERE

BFM 5K ON THE RUNWAY- Sat 8am (5K); 9am (Fun Run), Mobile International Airport, Broad Street and 6th Street (Brookley), Mobile. Experience the thrill of running on the runway at the BFM 5K on the Runway at Mobile International Airport. It’s probably the fastest and straightest course you’ll ever run! Proceeds support the Mobile Airport Authority Foundation's charitable initiatives that uplift the local community.

ROMAN STREET – Sat 7:30pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

EXPLOREUM AFTER HOURS: DIRTY DANCING- Sat 6pm, Exploreum Science

Center, Downtown Mobile. Each 21+ movie night is packed with interactive

entertainment, including: Live science demos that bring movie magic to life. Local

art/maker markets featuring unique arts and more. Food trucks serving up delicious eats

from locally owned and operated favorites. CLICK HERE

SUNDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Sun Abe Partridge & Camm Lewis 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Troi Atkinson. 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 10/8-10/12

WEDNESDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Wed Phil & Foster with Symone French 7pm.

THRILLER NIGHTS IN LIGHTS – Mon-Sun Oct 3-31st. 5-9pm. Festival Center. Built in a haunted house style indoor venue minus all the scary. THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL AGES! Make your way through the halls of Nights in Lights and experience the immersive light displays synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. Conveniently located off Airport. Blvd in the Festival Centre behind Olive Garden (Former Jo-Ann Fabric location) SCARY 100% FUN INFO HERE

THURSDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Matthew Jacquette 6:30pm

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 Twenty One Pilots Tickets too!

CATT’S BROWN BAG FREE CONCERT SERIES- Thurs 11am-1:30pm. May Day.Park Daphne. Ryan Balthrop is the free concert performer,an event started by our own Catt Sirten.

7th ANNUAL GRILLED CHEESE MELTDOWN- Thurs 5pm-7:30pm, Cathedral Square,Downtown Mobile. It’s the cheesiest night in Downtown Mobile! Up to 20 creative cooking teams—split into Non-Restaurant and Restaurant categories—will serve up their most delicious and inventive spins on everyone’s favorite cheesy sandwich. Th eevent is dedicated to revitalizing downtown retail and our own Matt McCoy will DJ the event too. CLICK HERE

DOWNTOWN GET DOWN- Thurs 5pm-10pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile.Enjoy live music from Fat Lincoln, cornhole tournament, cocktails, and the opportunity to support your local community. This annual fundraiser will benefit the Hargrove Foundation, which supports initiatives in education, health and human services, arts, culture, and youth sports. CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants, homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails, snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri Justin Howard Band 7:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Fri The Red Field 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Charles E. Wilson Duo 6-9pm-Mobile/ Blind Dog Mike Duo- Daphne 6. 9pm.

LODA ARTWALK CELEBRATES HALLOWEEN – Fri 6pm-9pm, Lower Dauphin Arts District, Downtown Mobile.LODA ArtWalk is a free monthly event that showcases Mobile’s visual, performing, and culinary arts community. This months theme isHalloween. Explore local vendors, live music, and captivating art. Plus,visit the Kids Zone to make crafts, get your face painted, and more. CLICK HERE

CRUISIN’ THE COAST- going on through Sunday, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, and various venues along the Mississippi Coast. Thousands of classic cars converge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for an entire week every October with rock &; roll, sock hops, swap meets and headline entertainment all along the Gulf Coast. CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA @ MISSOURI – Sat 11am, Columbia MO, ABC, and on 92.1 FM your home for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Pregame coverage begins at 8 am, and kickoff is at 11am. AUBURN vs GEORGIA- Sat 6:30pm, Auburn, ABC

FLORIDA @ TEXAS A&M- Sat 6pm, College Station TX, ESPN

LSU vs SOUTH CAROLINA – Sat 6:45pm, Death Valley, ESPN

FLORIDA STATE vs PITT – Sat 11am, Tallahassee, ESPN

EVENTS & MUSIC

BRAS ACROSS THE CAUSEWAY 5K FUN RUN- Sat 6am-11am. Battleship Park. Bras Across the CAUSEway helps change the trajectory of patients' lives while they struggle through breast cancer, the rigorous treatment and daily life. Co – Founded by our own Matt McCoy, the registration starts at 7 am, and the race begins at 8:15am. INFO HERE

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. CLICK HERE

11th Annual DAUPHIN ISLAND ART TRAIL- Sat 9am-4pm, Cadillac Square Park, Dauphin Island. Instead of the scavenger-hunt across the Island, this year all 80 artists and vendors will be set up under the trees at Cadillac Square Park. The Art Trail includes juried arts, crafts, literary arts, culinary arts – and food trucks! Free parking and trolley. Sponsored by the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce. CLICK HERE

MOBILE LATIN FEST- Sat 2pm-9pm, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile.Enjoy FREE. family-friendly fun for all ages. There will be live music, authentic Latin cuisine, live cultural performances, artisan vendors, arts and crafts, games, and more. The City of Mobile is proud to partner with the Hispanic American Business Association of the Gulf Coast to host this festival. CLICK HERE

MOVIE ON THE RANGE- HOCUS POCUS- Sat 5pm. Azalea City Golf Course. a family- friendly Halloween celebration at the beautiful Azalea City Golf Course for Movie on the Range! They;ll be showing the classic Halloween favorite Hocus Pocus on a big outdoor screen as the sun sets. This community event is free to attend and open to all ages.Free popcorn will be handed out while supplies last!

MOBILE SYMPHONY presents METAMORPHOSIS- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Mobile. Saenger Theatre.This concert takes its title from Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber. It ends with the monumental and triumphant Symphony No. 1 by Brahms. CLICK HERE

SUNDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Sun Andrew Duhon 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Drew Howard Duo. 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

15th Annual SOUTH ALABAMA OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK – Sun 1pm-4pm, Daphne City Hall. Join the Out of the Darkness Community Walk to raise awareness, support one another, honor and remember loved ones, and to fund critical efforts by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to protect mental health and prevent suicide. There will be resource tables, a Memory Wall, live music and a leisurely 2 mile stroll through Olde Town Daphne.

MOBILE OPERA: AFTERNOON OF STARS- Die Fledermaus- Sun 3pm. Join

Mobile Opera in Bernheim Hall of the Ben May Main Library to hear

members of the cast of the upcoming production, Die Fledermaus, perform

their favorite musical selections! Come enjoy beautiful music and meet the

stars over light refreshments following the performance. Admission is free.

MOBILE CELEBRATE NAVY’S 250TH BIRTHDAY- Sun 5:30pm, Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile.The Mobile Council of the Navy League will celebrate the Navy’s 250th Birthday this Sunday. The planned schedule of events includes a flyover by Navy aircraft, a Navy re-enlistment ceremony, entertainment, a seated banquet, birthday

cake, and traditional Navy toasts. A fireworks display will round out the evening. CLICK

HERE

BOOTS & BBQ BARN BASH- Sun 6:30pm, Moe’s Original BBQ, Downtown Alliance’s BBQ, auction, line dancing, and a night full of boot scootin' fun! Proceeds benefit Children’s of Alabama’s pediatric rheumatology clinic in Mobile. CLICK HERE

MOBILE SYMPHONY presents METAMORPHOSIS- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Mobile

Saenger Theatre.This concert takes its title from Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis

of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber. It ends with the monumental and triumphant

Symphony No. 1 by Brahms. CLICK HERE

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 10/16-10/19

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Callahan’s Irish Social Club-

Manci’s Antique Club- Fairhope Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

WEDNESDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Wed Phil & Foster 7pm

THRILLER NIGHTS IN LIGHTS – Mon-Sun Oct 3-31st. 5-9pm. Festival Center. Built in a haunted house style indoor venue minus all the scary. THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL AGES! Make your way through the halls of Nights in Lights and experience the immersive light displays synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. Conveniently located off Airport Blvd in the Festival Centre behind Olive Garden (Former Jo-Ann Fabric location) 0% SCARY 100% FUN INFO HERE

THURSDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Scott Bottrell 6:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Thurs Joe & Karl Langley 7pm

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.

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- LIVE Trivia 7-9pm

CATT’S BROWN BAG FREE CONCERT SERIES- Thurs 11am-1:30pm. May Day

Park Daphne. Cam Lewis is the free concert performer,an event started by our own

Catt Sirten.

THRILLER NIGHTS IN LIGHTS – Mon-Sun Oct 3-31st. 5-9pm. Festival Center. Built in a haunted house style indoor venue minus all the scary. THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL AGES! Make your way through the halls of Nights in Lights and experience the immersive light displays synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. Conveniently located off Airport Blvd in the Festival Centre behind Olive Garden (Former Jo-Ann Fabric location) 0% SCARY 100% FUN INFO HERE

KREWE OF KINDNESS SPINA BIFIDA AWARENESS NIGHT- Thurs 6:30pm, Mardi

Gras Park, Downtown Mobile. This is a night to celebrate the Mobile area Spina Bifida

community. The RSA Tower will be lit in teal blue and yellow for Spina Bifida Awareness Month. There will also be resources and programs available. CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy

the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants,

homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails,

snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face

painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

FAIRHOPE BREWING Mobile- Fri Red & the Revelers 8-10pm

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Fri The Dirty Fridays 6-9pm

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri Stormfolk 7:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Fri The John Hart Band 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Bronson Webb 6-9pm-Mobile/ The Tree-Oh Daphne 6-9pm.

BOYS IN THE BAND: AN ALABAMA TRIBUTE- Fri 7:30pm, OWA Theatre, OWA

Parks & Resort, Foley, CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA vs TENNESSEE – Sat 6:30pm, Tuscaloosa, ABC and on 92.1 FM your

home for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Pregame coverage begins 3:30pm, and kickoff is

at 6:30pm.

AUBURN vs MISSOURI- Sat 6:45pm, Auburn, SEC Network/ESPN

FLORIDA vs MISSISSIPPI STATE- Sat 3:15pm, Gainesville, SEC Network/ESPN

LSU vs VANDERBILT – Sat 11 am Youtube TV

FLORIDA STATE @ STANFORD – Sat 9:30pm, Palo Alto CA, ESPN

EVENTS & MUSIC

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square,

Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal

goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in

Cathedral Square. CLICK HERE

JUBILEE FESTIVAL OF ARTS- Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm; Lott Park, Olde Towne

Daphne. Enjoy a weekend filled with 100+ artists, local food vendors, live music, and the

charm of downtown Daphne. Free Kids Art and a Tailgater area. Sponsored by the

Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce. CLICK HERE

TANK OR TREAT- Sat 10am-2pm, Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab,

Dauphin Island. You can have a close encounter with some creepy, crawly critters,

compare real bones and specimens to Halloween bone decor, and check out some sea

monsters from our cabinet of curiosities. CLICK HERE

MONSTER’S BALL AT THE EXPLOREUM- Sat 9:30am-2pm, Exploreum Science

Center, Downtown Mobile. Bring the whole family for a day packed with science,

surprises, and spooky fun. Spooky Science Demos – Hair-raising experiments and

hands-on activities. Animal Tales: Exotic Animal Encounters CLICK HERE

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW- Sat 8pm (through Nov 1), OWA Theatre, OWA

Parks & Resort, Foley.Get ready for a night of outrageous fun as the Rocky Horror

Picture Show comes to OWA Theater! Join us on October 18th, October 25th, and

November 1st for a one-of-a-kind experience celebrating the 50th Anniversary of this

cult classic. The award-winning Mystic Society of Rocky Horror will take the stage with a full shadow cast, transforming the iconic film into a live, interactive performance. CLICK HERE

2025 HEALING FESTIVAL BLOCK PARTY- Sat 11:30am-3:30pm, Historic Avenue

Cultural Center, 564 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Mobile. The Historic Avenue Cultural Center is hosting its annual Block Party as a Community Healing Festival this year, in celebration of HACC’s two year anniversary with food, activities and pop-up programs to emphasize art, equity and healing. CLICK HERE

SUNDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Sun Jay Megginson 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Brigham Cason. 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Sun Hannah Beall 2-5pm

LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR 54th Annual LAWN PARTY- Sun 10am-4pm, Little

Sisters of the Poor – Sacred Heart Residence, 1655 McGill Avenue, Mobile. A fun day

for the entire family with Live Entertainment, Delicious Food, Homemade Baked Goods,

Games, Petting Zoo, and much more! Free admission. All in support of the Little Sisters

of the Poor who provide compassionate care to the neediest elderly in our community.

CLICK HERE

MOBILE GREEK FEST- Thurs/Fri/Sat 11am-9pm; Sun 11am-3pm; Annunciation Greek

Orthodox Church, 50 S Ann St, Mobile

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 10/23-10/26

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Callahan’s Irish Social Club-

Manci’s Antique Club- Fairhope Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

WEDNESDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Wed Pink is the new Green Soiree 7pm

THRILLER NIGHTS IN LIGHTS – Mon-Sun Oct 3-31st. 5-9pm. Festival Center. Built in a haunted house style indoor venue minus all the scary. THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL AGES! Make your way through the halls of Nights in Lights and experience the immersive light displays synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. Conveniently located off Airport Blvd in the Festival Centre behind Olive Garden (Former Jo-Ann Fabric location) 0% SCARY 100% FUN INFO HERE

THURSDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Meredith Hicks 6:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Thurs Joe & Karl Langley 7pm

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.

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- LIVE Trivia 7-9pm

CATT’S BROWN BAG FREE CONCERT SERIES- Thurs 11am-1:30pm. May Day

Park Daphne. Emily Stucky is the free concert performer,an event started by our own

Catt Sirten.

UNDERWATER PUMPKIN CARVING- Thurs 10am, Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.The Dauphin Island Sea Lab divers are going to test their pumpkin- carving skills underwater. The challenge isn’t just for fun, it’s also a chance for the divers to sharpen their skills. Come see them work and chat with them about how experiences like this help. CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy

the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants,

homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails,

snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face

painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

FAIRHOPE BREWING Mobile- Fri Live Trivia 7-9pm

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Fri WB Sims 6-9pm

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri John Hart Project 7:30pm

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Fri Disco Lemonade 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Troi Atkinson 6-9pm-Mobile/ Charles E Wilson Duo Daphne 6-9pm

KEEP THE PARTY GOING: A TRIBUTE TO JIMMY BUFFETT with THE CORAL

REEFER BAND- Fri 7pm, Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, CLICK HERE

SCARECOWS IN THE GARDEN; THE GREAT HARVEST- Daily 8am-5pm

Bellingrath Gardens, from now through November 1st.

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

Jefferson Playhouse, Carlen St, Mobile.The Rocky Horror Show" is a rock musical that parodies classic B-movie horror and science fiction. This year is the 50th anniversary of the movie release. No outside props allowed. Strongly advise for 18+. CLICK HERE

FUN & FRIGHT NIGHTS AT OWA- Fri/Sat 6pm-11pm; Sun 4pm-8pm, OWA Parks &

Resort, Foley.Experience the ultimate Halloween thrill at Fun & Fright Nights! Ride 23 exciting attractions at Tropic Falls, face your fears in OWA’s Haunted House, Camp

Nevergreen, and take on zombies in a game of Laser Tag at Neon Rebellion. Available

select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA @ SOUTH CAROLINA – Sat 2:30pm, Columbia SC, ABC and on 92.1 FM

your home for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Pregame coverage begins 11:30pm, and

kickoff is at 2:30pm.

AUBURN @ ARKANSAS- Sat 11:45am, Fayetteville AR, SEC Network/ESPN

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS @ GEORGIA STATE- Thurs 6:30pm, Atlanta, ESPN2

LSU @ TEXAS A&M – Sat 6:30pm ESPN

EVENTS & MUSIC

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square,

Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal

goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in

Cathedral Square. CLICK HERE

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK & 5K RUN- Sat 6:30am. Registration; 7:30am 5K Run; 8am Walk, Spanish Plaza, Downtown Mobile.Put on something Pink and join the fight against Breast Cancer, with the Making Strides Walk and, new this year, the 5K South Alabama Breast Cancer Battle. CLICK HERE

PRODISEE PANTRY TURKEY TROT- Sat 8am, Daphne City Hall.Every runner is a

turkey for a family in need! Register to run the 5K or One Mile Fun Run. Visit the family- friendly festival with free food and drinks, children’s games, and door prizes. CLICKHERE

BALDWIN COUNTY HEART WALK- Sat 9am, OWA Parks & Resort, FoleyLace up your sneakers for a day filled with music, activities, and camaraderie. The Heart Walk is a fun, family-friendly event that brings our community together to get active, raise life-

saving funds, and support the mission of the American Heart Association. CLICK HERE

SKIPPIN’ & SIPPIN’ BRAS ACROSS THE CAUSEWAY PARROT HEAD 5K- Sat 6am- 11am. Lu Lu’s Gulf Shores. The “beach” version of Bras Across the Causeway run,

combined with the annual Jimmy Buffet Parrot Head Meeting of the Minds gathering on

the Gulf Coast.

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

DOWNTOWN TRICK-OR-TREAT IN FAIRHOPE- Sat 10am-12noon, Downtown

Fairhope.Bring the kids in their best costumes and trick-or-treat at participating shops!

Just look for the orange pumpkins in the windows!The Sanderson Sisters will make a

special appearance, and you can visit the Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department truck,

say hi to Pete the Pelican with Fairhope Public Utilities, and stop by the Police

Department cruiser for even more treats! CLICK HERE

ELBERTA GERMAN SAUSAGE FESTIVAL – Sat 8am-5pm, Elberta Town Park.The

Elberta German Sausage Festival is held twice a year to raise funds for the Town of

Elberta Volunteer Fire Department. Firefighters cook up over 6 thousand pounds of

sausage. There are also food vendors, as well as entertainment, kids play area, and

more! CLICK HERE

MOB-TOBER FEST- Sat 1pm-5pm, Medal of Honor Park, West Mobile.Dance to live

music, fill your bags with candy on the Trail of Treats or dress up to win in the costume

contest! Pet contests are at 2:30pm; Humans, Ghouls and Ghosts at 3pm. CLICK

HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW OWA- Sat 8pm (through Nov 1), OWA Theatre,

OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Get ready for a night of outrageous fun as the Rocky Horror Picture Show comes to OWA Theater! Join us on October 18th, October 25th, and

November 1st for a one-of-a-kind experience celebrating the 50th Anniversary of this

cult classic. The award-winning Mystic Society of Rocky Horror will take the stage with a full shadow cast, transforming the iconic film into a live, interactive performance. CLICK HERE.

SUNDAY:

CALLAHAN’ S IRISH SOCIAL CLUB- Sun Hanan Browning 7:00pm

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Sean Donahue 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Sun Witches Ride/ Johnny Hayes & The Love Seats 2-5pm

9th Annual MOBILE WITCHES RIDE- Sun 3:30pm-8pm, Blind Mule Restaurant and

Bar, Downtown Mobile.Get your best, most fabulous witch costume together and hop on

your broom (aka your bicycle) for a 3-mile, easy paced bike parade around downtown

Mobile. The fun will end in a fabulous Black Hat Block Party with music, libations, and

food available at The Blind Mule. Proceeds benefit Delta Dogs. CLICK HERE

OLDE TOWNE DAPHNE WITCHES RIDE- Sun 2:30 Pre-Party & Registration; 4pm. Ride, Manci’s Antique Club, Daphne. Witches, strollers, scooters & spells—it’s that time again— the annual Olde Towne Daphne Witches Ride, benefiting Konbit Haiti! Free pre- ride party starts at 2:30PM (DJ, bounce house & more). Ride kicks off at 4PM from Daphne City Hall. After party at Manci’s with drinks, food & live music! CLICK HERE

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 10/30-11/2

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Manci’s Antique Club &

Fairhope Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

THURSDAY:

WIN TICKETS FOR A YEAR – Thus 6-10pm Alchemy Tavern!

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.

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- LIVE Trivia 7-9pm

CATT’S BROWN BAG FREE CONCERT SERIES- Thurs 11am-1:30pm. May Day

Park Daphne. Matthew Wojo is the final free concert performer, an event started by

our own Catt Sirten.

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Harrison Mc Innis 6:30pm

MM OF A FOOD TRUCK FEST- Thurs 3pm-7pm, Mobile Museum of Art, Langan

Park.More than 20 food trucks, music, and a magical adventure through the one-

night-only Haunted Forest, Fantastical Forest, and newly renovated FOR

CHILDREN: The Elements of Art and Design exhibition. ️Free museum admission all

day. Costumes encouraged but not required. CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy

the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants,

homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails,

snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face

painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

FAIRHOPE BREWING Mobile- Fri Live Trivia 7-9pm

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri Costume Contest live music from Eden and Raul

7:30pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Sean Dorahue 6-9pm Mobile/ Delta Suns Daphne 6-9pm.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA HOMECOMING:

Bonfire, Pep Rally & Trick-or-Treat with the Jags – Fri 5pm-8pm, USA Intramural

Fields.The night will feature the annual bonfire, food trucks, live music, Trick-or-Treat

with the Jags, pep rally with the Jaguar Marching Band, Prowlers and Cheerleaders,

and a fireworks display. National Pan-Hellenic Council Homecoming Step Show – Fri 7:30pm, USA Mitchell Center CLICK HERE FOR USA HOMECOMING EVENTS

SCARECOWS IN THE GARDEN & THE GREAT HARVEST- Daily 8am-5pm

Bellingrath Gardens, from now through November 1st.

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

FUN & FRIGHT NIGHTS AT OWA- Fri/Sat 6pm-11pm; Sun 4pm-8pm, OWA Parks

Resort, Foley.Experience the ultimate Halloween thrill at Fun & Fright Nights! Ride 23 exciting attractions at Tropic Falls, face your fears in OWA’s Haunted House, Camp

Nevergreen, and take on zombies in a game of Laser Tag at Neon Rebellion. Available

select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. CLICK HERE

EXPLOREUM AFTER HOURS: SCREAM- Fri 6pm-9pm, Exploreum Science Center,

Downtown Mobile.Exploreum’s 21+ Movie Night is back with ’90s cult classic Scream!

BYOB, come in costume for door prizes, and get ready for an epic night of movies,

science, and fun! CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS vs Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns- Sat 2:30pm, Hancock

Whitney Stadium, USA Campus.Get Game Day info (clear bag policy, parking and

more) HERE.

AUBURN vs KENTUCKY – Sat 6:30pm, Auburn, SEC ESPN Network

FLORIDA vs GEORGIA- Sat 2:30pm, Jacksonville FL, ABC

FLORIDA STATE vs WAKE FOREST- Sat 6:30pm, Tallahassee, ACC Network

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA HOMECOMING:

The Prowl Homecoming Parade and Tailgate Concert featuring Tiera Kennedy- Sat

12:15, John Counts Dr near SGA Pavilion

Homecoming Football Game: USA JAGUARS vs Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns – Sat 2:30pm

Kickoff, Hancock Whitney Stadium. Wear Red!

CLICK HERE FOR USA HOMECOMING EVENTS

EVENTS & MUSIC

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square,

Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal

goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in

Cathedral Square. CLICK HERE

ZOMBIE RUN 5K- Sat 7pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Halloween may be over, but the fear lives on! Join us for the Zombie Run 5K Fun Run in Downtown OWA, a full 3.1 miles of frights, friends, and flag-snatching zombies. Grab your crew, lace up, and see if you can survive all four scare zones! CLICK HERE

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW OWA- Sat 8pm (through Nov 1), OWA Theatre,

OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Get ready for a night of outrageous fun as the Rocky Horror Picture Show comes to OWA Theater! Join us on October 18th, October 25th, and

November 1st for a one-of-a-kind experience celebrating the 50th Anniversary of this

cult classic. The award-winning Mystic Society of Rocky Horror will take the stage with a full shadow cast, transforming the iconic film into a live, interactive performance. CLICK HERE

FESTIVAL OF FEARS TRUNK OR TREAT- Sat 10am-2pm, Blackburn Park, Bay

Minette.Baldwin County Community Outreach presents “Scare Away Drugs” Festival of

Fears! It’s a FREE, family-friendly event with fun for all ages!Enjoy treats, games, a

costume contest for ages 0–12, music, food, and more! Plus, special guest K9 LEYA will

be joining us to teach about “Making Pawsitive Choices!” CLICK HERE

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA- Sat 7:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.ONE NIGHT ONLY! Witness history in the making as Mobile Ballet’s The Phantom of the Opera ballet comes to life at the stunning Saenger Theatre! Inspired by literary, film, and dramatic interpretations, Katia Garza’s new adaptation reimagines this iconic story for the ballet stage. CLICK HERE

ARTI GRAS- Sat 10am-4pm, 254 St Anthony St, Downtown Mobile.This fine art market

benefits the DeTonti Square Community Garden. This year, it will feature 35+ local

artists and raffle off beautiful art too. Come knock out your Christmas shopping with one

of a kind original artworks. Free admission and lots of fun! CLICK HERE

GULF COAST MAC DOWN- Sat 11am-3pm, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown

Mobile.Teams cook for the chance to win the Golden Noodle Award and claim bragging

rights for the South& best mac and cheese. This event is family and pet friendly with

music, food vendors, games for the young and the young at heart, and LOADS of mac

and cheese. Proceeds benefit The Cookery Project's Tackling Out of School Hunger

Initiative. CLICK HERE

SUNDAY:

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Mike & John 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Sun East LA Fadeaway 4-7pm

GREATER GULF STATE FAIR- Oct 24- Nov 2, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Fair is

here, with midway rides, games, the Rodeo (Nov 1 and 2), entertainment, racing pigs, a

petting zoo, Extreme Illusions and more! Plus fair food– from Amish donuts to tacos, to

watermelon pie! CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

THRILLER NIGHTS IN LIGHTS – Mon-Sun Oct 3-31st. 5-9pm. Festival Center. Built in a haunted house style indoor venue minus all the scary. THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL AGES! Make your way through the halls of Nights in Lights and experience the immersive light displays synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. Conveniently located off Airport Blvd in the Festival Centre behind Olive Garden (Former Jo-Ann Fabric location) 0% SCARY 100% FUN INFO HERE

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 11/6-11/9

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Manci’s Antique Club &

Fairhope Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

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.

ART SOUP- Thurs 6:30pm-9pm, National Maritime Museum of the Gulf, Downtown

Mobile.Over 30 local artists have meticulously hand crafted stunning bowls, while

Mobile’s top restaurants are preparing over 20 local soups and breads. Proceeds benefit

Love All Pantry at Central, which serves over 3000 local families each month. CLICK

HERE

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- LIVE Trivia 7-9pm

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Thurs Matthew Wojo 6:30pm

FAIRHOPE FARMERS MARKET- Thurs 2-6pm Public Library Fairhope. Come enjoy

the very best of Fairhope — fresh, local produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, plants,

homemade breads, cakes, baked goods, local honey, take-home meals, mocktails,

snow cones, and so much more from Baldwin County farmers.There is also free face

painting, and a weekly children’s story time hosted by the library.

FRIDAY:

ALABAMA PECAN FESTIVAL- Fri 5pm (Karaoke); Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm;

WC Griggs Elementary School, Mobile (Tillmans Corner). Enjoy live music, carnival

rides, animals, antique vehicles, craft vendors, and pecans (pie!!).CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE BREWING Mobile- Fri Live Trivia 7-9pm

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Fri 7:30pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri 6-9pm Mobile/ Daphne 6-9pm.

FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK and PLEIN AIR FAIRHOPE EXHIBIT- Fri 6pm-8pm,

Downtown Fairhope. 60 artists will paint the town from sunrise to sunset this week–

downtown, by the pier, local farmlands, and more. First Friday Artwalk is the official

opening of artwork created during the week at the Eastern Shore Art Center! Free to the

public. CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL- Nov 6- Nov 16,

venues along the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast.The festival is an opportunity for

seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their

songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s

author can express. More than 200 songwriters and over 600 performances on over 2

dozen music stages. CLICK HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA vs LSU- Sat 6:30pm, Tuscaloosa, ABC and on 92 ZEW! Pregame coverage

starts at 3:30 PM, with 8 hours of coverage of the Alabama Crimson Tide!

AUBURN @ VANDERBILT – Sat 3:00pm, Nashville, SEC ESPN

FLORIDA @ KENTUCKY – Sat 6:30pm, Lexington KY, SEC ESPN

FLORIDA STATE @ CLEMSON – Sat 6:00pm, Clemson SC, ACC

EVENTS & MUSIC

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square,

Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal

goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in

Cathedral Square. CLICK HERE

FAIRHOPE VETERANS DAY PARADE- Sat 10am, Downtown Fairhope, CLICK HERE

1st EVER JAILBREAK 5K- Sat 8am, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile.Starting and

finishing at the vibrant Mardi Gras Park, 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. But the fun doesnt stop at the finish line! Runners can strike a pose in a

makeshift jail cell, capturing their victorious escape-or playful capture- for a perfect

photo op. Hosted by Family of the Fallen. CLICK HERE

PETER ANDERSON ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL- Sat/Sun 9am-5pm, Downtown Ocean Springs. Experience the incredible talent of artists from all over the country at the 47th Annual Peter Anderson Festival, the largest arts festival in Mississippi and the Gulf Coast! From stunning paintings and sculptures to unique handmade creations, there’s something to inspire everyone. CLICK HERE

BOURBON BY THE BAY- Sun 3pm-5pm, National Maritime Museum of the Gulf,

Downtown Mobile. Sample from a wide variety of premium bourbons and whiskeys. The

event will also feature heavy hors d'oeuvres, craft cocktails, a selection of wine and local brews, a unique silent auction and live music. Proceeds benefit Coastal Alabama

Partnership. CLICK HERE

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

BARK IN THE PARK- Sat 11am-2pm, Medal of Honor Park, Mobile.Let the dogs out for a day of fun for humans and canine alike! Bring your pooch out for music, food, vendors, and games. Watch some furry friends strut down the “dog walk” in a fashion show, featuring adoptable dogs! Let your dog test their speed and skill on the interactive agility course. Or put your pup’s manners to the test in the Obedience Challenge. Sponsored by City of Mobile Parks & Recreation. CLICK HERE

MOBILE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents BOHEMIA! – Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm,

Mobile Saenger Theatre.This concert features two Bohemian masterworks: Janáčes

Lachian Dances and Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, a celebration of the sounds of Dvořák&beloved Bohemian homeland. You'll be swept away by one of classical music’s greatest hits! CLICK HERE

FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL- Nov 6- Nov 16,

venues along the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast.The festival is an opportunity for

seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their

songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s

author can express. More than 200 songwriters and over 600 performances on over 2

dozen music stages. CLICK HERE

SUNDAY:

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- Sun 4-7pm

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW JJP- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm (Oct 24-Nov 9); Joe

MOBILE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents BOHEMIA! – Sun 2:30pm, Mobile

Saenger Theatre.This concert features two Bohemian masterworks: Janáček's Lachian Dances and Dvořáks Symphony No. 8, a celebration of the sounds of Dvořák&s beloved Bohemian homeland. You'll be swept away by one of classical music’s greatest hits! CLICK HERE

FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL- Nov 6- Nov 16,

venues along the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast.The festival is an opportunity for

seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their

songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s

author can express. More than 200 songwriters and over 600 performances on over 2

dozen music stages. CLICK HERE

11/14

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MOBILE CHRISTMAS JUBILEE- Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 11am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm; Mobile Convention Center, Downtown Mobile

Kick off your holiday shopping and support your community at Junior League of Mobile’s annual Christmas Jubilee. 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!

CITY OF CITRONELLE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING- Sun 5pm, Citronelle High School

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF- Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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.

WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S/Mobile Bay/Baldwin County- Sat 9:00 AM Registration 10:00 AM Ceremony & Walk, OWA Parks & Resort, FoleyWalk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Walk alongside friends, neighbors, and community members to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s and make a difference in the lives of families everywhere.

PUBLIX BATTLESHIP 12K – Sun 7am- 11am, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial ParkA patriotic run to honor those who serve! Runners will experience a sense of patriotism when finishing alongside the USS Alabama at Battleship Memorial Park.

FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL- Nov 6- Nov 16, venues along the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast.The festival is an opportunity for seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s author can express. More than 200 songwriters and over 600 performances on over 2 dozen music stages. Concerts include at the Band Perry at Flora-Bama (no tickets needed).

BOOSIE: Black Tie Experience with live Orchestra- Fri 8pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre,

MIXTAPE PRESENTS: BACK TO THE BOOMBOX TOUR- Sat 7:30pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks and Resort, Foley.What if you could rewind time with the push of a button? On November 15th, OWA Theater throws it back with MIXTAPE – BACK to the BOOMBOX! This high-energy show brings the soundtrack of the 80s and 90s back to life with electrifying mashups, remixes, and nonstop fun.

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: EVERYBODY’S HERE- Sun 3pm, Lott Park, Daphne,

LODA ARTWALK CELEBRATES NATIONAL WRITING DAY- Fri 6pm-9pm, Lower Dauphin Arts District, Downtown Mobile.LODA ArtWalk is a free monthly event that showcases our visual, performing, and culinary arts community. This month’s theme is National Writing Day. Explore local vendors, live music, and captivating art. Plus, visit the Kids’ Zone to make crafts and play games.

3rd Annual PORT CITY FOOTBALL CLASSIC: MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY vs ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY- Sat 4pm, Ladd-Peebles Stadium, Mobile.The Port City Classic is the ultimate “party with a purpose” combining entertainment, education, and celebration of African-American culture and heritage. There will be several events leading up to game day.

Southern Soul Tailgate Jam – Fri 8pm-11:30pm Ladd Stadium

Port City Parade- Sat 10am, Downtown Mobile

Port City Classic Tailgate Concert- Sat 12 noon, Ladd Stadium

13th Annual FAIRHOPE FILM FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun, various venues in Fairhope.The Fairhope Film Festival was created to bring the “best of the best” in world cinematic culture to our region, to introduce our area as a viable location for the film industry, to encourage Alabama filmmakers, and to increase the state and local economy. Over 30 films will be shown. Events include an Opening Night Film & Party on Thursday and Red Carpet Party on Saturday.

THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER- Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm; Nov 6-9 and 13-16, Chickasaw Civic Theatre. What happens when a dinner guest slips on the front steps and refuses to leave? Absolute disaster—and comedy gold.

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (Oct 11-Nov 15), Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS @ ULM- Sat 2:30pm, Monroe LA, ESPN+

Click for the Jags football schedule.

Get Game Day info (clear bag policy, parking and more)

ALABAMA vs OKLAHOMA- Sat 2:30pm, Tuscaloosa, ABC,

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 11/20-11/23

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Manci’s Antique Club & Fairhope

Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

THURSDAY:

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Lee Yankie- Thurs 6:30pm

THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE’S ANNUAL LIGHTING OF THE TREES- Thurs 5:30pm,downtown Fairhope. Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. and the lights come on at 6 p.m.sharp! Mrs. Claus will be there to hand out candy canes and help little ones write their wish lists for Santa, and special guests Elsa and Anna will stop by to join in the fun. Youmight even spot the Grinch, adding a little holiday mischief to the evening! INFO HERE

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.

FAIRHOPE BREWING- Fairhope- LIVE Trivia 7-9pm

WHO’S LIVE ANYWAY?- Thurs 7:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.The current cast members of the TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? It’s 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. INFO HERE

UCP CHRISTMAS NIGHTS IN LIGHTS 5K and FUN RUN- Thurs 6:45 5K; 7:30 Fun.Run; Dauphin Way Baptist Church parking lot, Mobile.United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile is thrilled to bring back the Christmas Nights In Lights 5K & Fun Run. Join more than 600 runners, walkers, and families for an unforgettable evening filled with twinkling lights,holiday cheer, and community spirit. Proceeds benefit UCP of Mobile’s mission to create a Life Without Limits for children and adults with disabilities. INFO HERE

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR- Thurs and Fri at 7pm; Sat 2pm; Sun 4pm; Cottage Hill. Baptist Church, Mobile. Kick off the Christmas season on the Gulf Coast as theUniversity of Mobile Alabama School of the Arts presents “Christmas Spectacular 2024!”This beloved holiday tradition lights up the stage with four breathtaking performances. INFO HERE

FRIDAY:

FAIRHOPE BREWING FAIRHOPE- Live Music- Gage Cowart Fri 4-7pm

CITY OF MOBILE’S LIGHTING OF THE TREE – Fri 5:30pm-8:30pm, Mardi Gras Park, downtown Mobile

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB- Strickly Rivers Fri 7:30pm

MOE’S BBQ- Fri Matthew Wojiechowski 6-9pm Mobile/ HEFFTY BAND Daphne 6-9pm.

CITY OF MOBILE’S LIGHTING OF THE TREE – Fri 5:30pm-8:30pm, Mardi Gras Park,downtown Mobile. Get ready for a night of holiday crafts, games, inflatables, local vendors, delicious food trucks, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself! Santaarrives at 6pm; the Mayor lights the tree at 6:20. Don’t miss the chance to create lasting holiday memories at this magical evening of festive fun. This is a FREE event for all ages. INFO HERE

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues. Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home,

Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season.The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland INFO HERE

CHRISTMAS NIGHTS IN LIGHTS- Nov 21st- Jan 1. NEW LOCATION- Dauphin Way. Baptist Church. 5:30PM-10 PM. Guests will enjoy a magical and an immersive experience driving through the church parking lot in your own vehicle. This dazzling drive-through showcase is over 1.5 miles and features over one million holiday lights fully synchronized to holiday classics right on your car radio.

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR- Thurs and Fri at 7pm; Sat 2pm; Sun 4pm; Cottage Hill. Baptist Church, Mobile. Kick off the Christmas season on the Gulf Coast as the University of Mobile Alabama School of the Arts presents “Christmas Spectacular 2024!” This beloved holiday tradition lights up the stage with four breathtaking performances. INFO HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

ALABAMA vs EASTERN ILLINOIS- Sat 1pm, Tuscaloosa, SEC Network and on 92 ZEW! Pregame coverage starts at 3:30 PM, with 8 hours of coverage of the Crimson Tide.

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS vs SOUTHERN MISS- Sat 2:30pm, Hancock Whitney Stadium, USA Campus, Mobile, ESPN+

AUBURN vs MERCER – Sat 1pm, Auburn, SEC/ESPN Network

FLORIDA vs TENNESSEE – Sat 6:30pm, Gainesville, ABC

LSU vs WESTERN KENTUCKY – Sat 6:45pm, Death Valley, SEC Network

FLORIDA STATE @ NC STATE – Fri 8pm, Raleigh, ESPN

EVENTS & MUSIC

FAIRHOPE BREWING FAIRHOPE- Live Music- The Nothing Easy Band Sat 2-5pm

OWA TREE LIGHTING- Sat 3pm-8:30pm, Downtown OWA, Foley

SARALAND CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING- Sat 5pm, Town Center Park, Saraland.

SEMMES CHRISTMAS MARKET & TREE LIGHTING- Sat 2pm-7pm, Semmes Honor Park.This year the market will be from 2:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. and the Tree Lighting Ceremony will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Come see Santa, have some family fun, and help count down and light the Semmes Christmas Tree. INFO HERE

42nd Annual MOBILE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL- Sat 10am-4pm, The Grounds, West Mobile.The Mobile International Festival is your passport to adventure! Celebrate culture, music, and community with vibrant performances, delicious food, and unforgettable experiences from around the world! INFO HERE

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season.The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland. INFO HERE

CHRISTMAS NIGHTS IN LIGHTS- Nov 21st- Jan 1. NEW LOCATION- Dauphin Way Baptist Church. 5:30PM-10 PM. Guests will enjoy a magical and an immersive experience driving through the church parking lot in your own vehicle. This dazzlin drive-through showcase is over 1.5 miles and features over one million holiday lights fully synchronized to holiday classics right on your car radio.

FAIRHOPE’S 15th Annual MOVIE IN THE STREET: THE GRINCH- Sat 6:30pm,Fairhope Ave at Section St, Downtown Fairhope.

SUNDAY:

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun Jimmy Lee Hannaford & Jose Santiago 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE- Sun 5pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual

tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus.arts. INFO HERE

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home,Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season.The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.INFO HERE

11/28

53rd Annual THANKSGIVING POW WOW- Thurs/Fri, gates open at 10am, 6477 Jack Springs Rd, Atmore

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians’ Pow Wow brings two full days of dancing, celebration, and community. From fire-roasted corn and buffalo burgers to classic Thanksgiving plates with turkey and dressing, the food at the Pow Wow is as much a tradition as the dancing and drums.

TURKEY TROT FOR HOPE 5K- Thurs 8am, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile

It’s one of the area’s favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions! Turkey Trot for Hope is a certified 5K & “Gobble Wobble” fun run Thanksgiving morning in downtown Mobile. All proceeds directly support Rapahope’s free year-round programs for families walking through childhood cancer.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY HOLIDAY MARKET- Sat 12noon-4pm, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile.Support local and find unique Christmas gifts for your loved ones at the Small Business Saturday Holiday Market. Shop unique gifts, seasonal treats, and handmade goods from local vendors.

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore.The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA- Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

From November 28th to select days in December, gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted).

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF- Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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.

WALES WEST LIGHT RAILWAY ARCTIC EXPRESS- Fri/Sat/Sun Nov 28-Dec 24 (daily starting Dec 12), Wales West RV Park and Light Railway, Silverhill.All aboard the 2025 Arctic Express at Wales West Light Railway! Guests will ride “Dame Ann”, an authentic steam locomotive, through amazing lights, decorations, Christmas music, and SNOW on the way to the North Pole. You take home your own holiday family picture with Santa and each child gets a special TOY. Refreshments, mini train rides, hay-less hayride, playgrounds, and bounce house included in your ticket. Enjoy the snowball cannon for a slight fee.

CONDE CHARLOTTE MUSEUM OPEN HOUSE- Sun 2pm-4pm, 104 Theatre St, Mobile.Explore the museum beautifully decorated for Christmas, enjoy holiday treats, and have your picture made with Santa! Free admission.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS @ TEXAS STATE – Sat 2pm, San Marcos TX, ESPN+

Clickfor the Jags football schedule. .

IRON BOWL: AUBURN vs ALABAMA – Sat 6:30pm, Auburn, ABC,

WEEKEND RUNDOWN 12/4-12/7

The Weekend Rundown is now sponsored by Manci’s Antique Club & Fairhope

Brewing Mobile & Fairhope

THURSDAY:

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS AT SIMS PARK- Thurs 5:30pm, Sims Park, Gulf Shores.Families can enjoy pictures with Santa, holiday treats, crafts, and the 10th Annual Snowball Drop. The Snowball Drop is a man-made blizzard featuring 8,000 ping pong balls dropped from above. Winning snowballs will have a number that correlates with a prize. INFO HERE

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB – Thurs TBA 6:30pm

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.

CHRISTMAS PARADES:

Friday:

Fairhope – 6:30pm

Silverhill – 6:30pm

Saturday:

Foley – 10am

Tillman’s Corner – 10:30am

Daphne – 11am

Dauphin Island – 11am

Satsuma – 11am

Bay Minette Christmas Fest – 4:30pm

Satsuma Christmas Boat parade – 6:00pm

Chickasaw – 6:00pm

Robertsdale – 6:30pm

FRIDAY EVENTS:

43rd Annual CHRISTMAS FEST – Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 8am-7pm, Blackburn Park, Bay. Minette. Enjoy live music, a petting zoo, carnival games, ping pong ball drop (with prizes!) and a light show Saturday night. Christmas Fest Parade Saturday at 4:30pm. INFO HERE

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF – Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun. 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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. INFO HERE

FOLEY’S CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK – Fri 6pm, Heritage Park, Foley. Come out to hear Christmas carols, enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree and visit with Santa. Hot cocoa and snacks will be served! INFO HERE

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA – Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley. From November 28th to select days in December, gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted). INFO HERE

MANCI’S ANTIQUE CLUB – Fri Stormfolk 7:30pm

MOE’S BBQ – Fri 6-9pm Mobile / Daphne 6-9pm.

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21 – Tues. Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland. INFO HERE

SATURDAY:

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

SEC CHAMPIONSHIP: ALABAMA vs GEORGIA- Sat 3pm, Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta, ABC and on 92 ZEW! Pregame coverage starts at 3:30 PM, with 8 hours of coverage of the Crimson Tide.

SUN BELT CHAMPIONSHIP: TROY vs JAMES MADISON- Fri. 6pm.Harrisonburg, Virginia ESPN.

EVENTS & MUSIC

DECEMBER LIVING HISTORY CREW DRILL – Sat 8am, USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile. Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their December drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. At 1:00 p.m. the “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded and enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back to defend her with their guns blazing!

43rd Annual CHRISTMAS FEST – Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 8am-7pm, Blackburn Park, Bay Minette. Enjoy live music, a petting zoo, carnival games, ping pong ball drop (with prizes!) and a light show Saturday night. Christmas Fest Parade Saturday at 4:30pm. INFO HERE

FOLEY’S LET IT SNOW – Sat 9am-2pm, Heritage Park, Foley. There will be kids activities, live entertainment and Santa will be joining after the Foley Christmas Parade at 10:00 a.m. INFO HERE

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF – Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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. INFO HERE

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA – Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm,Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley. From November 28th to select days in December, gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted). INFO HERE

FAIRHOPE BREWING FAIRHOPE- Live Music- 2-5pm

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home,

Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.INFO HERE

LIGHTS OF DAUPHIN ISLAND – Sat 5pm, Water Tower Plaza, Dauphin Island. Join the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce for an evening of festive cheer, beautiful lights,and community celebration. Warm up with free cocoa and cookies while you’re enjoying the decorated trees and sparkling displays! Santa arrives at 5pm and the lights go onshortly after, once it’s dark. The trees will be on public display throughout the holiday season. INFO HERE

A CHARLIE BROWN JAZZ CHRISTMAS- Sat 7pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre. The 16th annual Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas concert returns with The Joe Cool Trio performing Vince Guaraldi’s iconic score from A Charlie Brown Christmas. A portion of proceeds from the Mobile performance will benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Mobile. INFO HERE

SUNDAY:

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF – Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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. INFO HERE

MOE’S BBQ LIVE MUSIC- Sun 12:30-3:30pm. Daphne

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA – Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm,Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley. From November 28th to select days inDecember, gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted). INFO HERE

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Nov. 26, Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly throughJanuary 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland. INFO HERE

CHRISTMAS NIGHTS IN LIGHTS- Nov 21st- Jan 1. NEW LOCATION- Dauphin Way Baptist Church. 5:30PM-10 PM. Guests will enjoy a magical and an immersive experience driving through the church parking lot in your own vehicle. This dazzling drive-through showcase is over 1.5 miles and features over one million holiday lights fully synchronized to holiday classics right on your car radio.

A ROMAN STREET CHRISTMAS AND THEN SOME- Sun 7pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre. Come hear Christmas Classics done in a new and exciting way with Roman Street and surprise musical friends. INFO HERE

12/12

PARADES:

Friday –

Loxley – 6pm

Saturday–

Foley – 10am

Citronelle- 10am

Dauphin Island -11am

Saraland- 12 noon

Dawes Christmas Parade- 1pm

Bayou la Batre -2pm

Bay Minette Christmas Fest -4:30pm

Summerdale- 5pm

Lulu’s Lighted Boat Parade (Intracoastal Waterway to The Wharf)- 5pm

Dog River Boat Parade- 5pm

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DRAKE WHITE with special guest Justin Jeansonne – Thurs 8pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile,

LIGHTS OF DAUPHIN ISLAND- Fri 5:30pm, Water Tower Plaza, Dauphin IslandJoin the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce for an evening of festive cheer, beautiful lights, and community celebration. Warm up with free cocoa and cookies while you’re enjoying the decorated trees and sparkling displays! Santa arrives at 5:45pm and the lights go on shortly after. The trees will be on public display throughout the holiday season.

OYSTER ORNAMENT MAKE & TAKE- Sat 10am-1pm, Alabama Aquarium, Dauphin Island Sea Lab.Celebrate the season coastal-style! Drop by the Oyster Ornament table at the Aquarium and create your own holiday ornament using real oyster shells from Mobile Bay. While you decorate, Sea Lab educators will share information about why oysters are so important to the health of our bay. Don’t forget– now through the end of December, Aquarium admission is half-price for Mobile/Baldwin residents when you present your ID.

LODA ARTWALK CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS – Fri 6pm-9pm, Lower Dauphin Arts District, Downtown Mobile.Join the City of Mobile for live music, captivating art and local vendors. All of your favorite holiday characters will be in Cathedral Square with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus for photos. Plus, visit the Kids’ Zone to make crafts, play games, get your face painted, and more.

MISTLETOE MARKET- Sat 9am-4pm, Town Center Park, Saraland.Join the Saraland Chamber of Commerce for a festive outdoor vendor fair and craft market with over 100 local vendors showcasing a wide array of arts, crafts, home décor, jewelry, homemade goodies—and much more! Bring the whole family and get in the holiday spirit: there will be Pictures With Santa available from 9 AM–11 AM and again from 1 PM–3 PM. Parade rolls by at 12noon!

43rd Annual CHRISTMAS FEST- Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Blackburn Park, Bay Minette.Enjoy live music, petting zoo, carnival games, ping pong ball drop (with prizes!) and a light show Saturday night. Christmas Fest Parade Saturday at 4:30pm.

FOLEY’S CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK– Fri 6pm, Heritage Park, Foley

Come out to hear Christmas carols, enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree and visit with Santa. Hot cocoa and snacks will be served!

FOLEY’S LET IT SNOW – Sat 9am-2pm, Heritage Park, Foley.There will be kids activities, live entertainment and Santa will be joining after the Foley Christmas Parade at 10:00 a.m.

DAPHNE “SNOW” & MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK- Fri 4pm-8pm, Al Trione Sports Complex, Daphne,

CAROLS, COCOA & COOKIES AT CHICKASABOGUE PARK- Sat 4:30pm, Chicksabogue Park, Mobile .It will be a festive evening filled with Christmas carols, a sparkling tree lighting, photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, tasty cocoa or apple cider, cookies, kids’ activities, and all the cozy holiday vibes in Mobile County’s largest park. #FreeFamilyFun for all ages!

LOXLEY CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK- Fri 7pm, Loxley Municipal Park.Join the City of Loxley after their annual Christmas Parade (6pm, Hwy 59) at the new Transit Hub Pavilion for our Christmas in the Park celebration and Lighting of the Tree. There will be live entertainment, food trucks, train rides for kids, and Santa & Mrs. Claus.

CHRISTMAS AT THE EXPLOREUM- Sat 9:30am-2pm, Exploreum Science Center, Downtown Mobile.Throw on your favorite PJs and get ready for a cozy day of science, snacks, and surprises for the whole family! Enjoy holiday-themed science demos, hot cocoa, Animal Tales exotic animal showcase, and The Polar Express in the Dome theater (10am and 2pm, advance tix required).

JINGLE BELL MOVIE BASH- Sat 11am, Portside at The Wharf, Orange Beach.Enjoy free popcorn and Pepsi products as you settle in for these free festive flicks, and don’t miss out on extra seasonal fun! There’ll be a face painter spreading cheer, magical snow machines turning Portside into a winter wonderland, and the Wharf Prize Wheel with merry giveaways. Movies start at 11 am: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever; The Grinch; and Elf.

SANTA PAWS – Sun 1pm-7pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Santa’s meeting the furriest friends at Santa Paws in Downtown OWA! Bring your pups to the North Pole for adorable holiday photos with Santa and enjoy a cheerful day perfect for celebrating the season with your furry family members. Santa Paws is free to attend! 1 Free Photo, and additional pictures available for purchase. Personal photography is not permitted.

CHRISTMAS AT COLONIAL FORT CONDE- Sat 1pm-4pm, Fort Conde, Downtown Mobile. Step back in time and celebrate Christmas at Colonial Fort Condé. FREE event! Enjoy snacks, cider, and hot cocoa while watching special holiday performances on the lawn. Children can visit Santa, write him a letter, and paint their own toys in the Toy Workshop.

MOBILE MUSEUM OF ART HOLIDAY MARKET & OPEN HOUSE – Sat 1pm-5pm, Mobile Museum of Art, Langan Park, Mobile.Join Mobile Museum of Art for an afternoon of local shopping, live music, food trucks, art activities, and free admission to the Museum.

BALDWIN POPS CHRISTMAS CONCERT- Thurs 6:30pm, Daphne Civic Center Free holiday event! Doors open at 6:30; concert starts at 7.

HOLIDAY CHEER performed by the MOBILE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre.MSO’s Christmas concert has it all: great music, photos with Santa, a magical setting that includes falling snow, and a truly epic sing-along so you can sing your favorite carols backed by the Gulf Coast’s very best symphony orchestra.

CHRISTMAS AT BICENTENNIAL PARK DRIVE-THRU LIGHT DISPLAY- Dec 1st- Dec 23rd (Closed Sunday 12/14), Bicentennial Park, Stockton. Experience “A Christmas Kingdom: Lights, Wonder, and Tradition” at Baldwin County’s FREE drive-thru light display, featuring thousands of brilliant lights, festive scenes, and fun for the whole family.

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore.The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA- Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm, Dec 12-14, 19, 21-23; Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted).

ICE SKATING RINK AT THE WHARF- Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12noon-8pm, Nov 14-Jan 19, 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.

WALES WEST LIGHT RAILWAY ARCTIC EXPRESS- Daily 4pm-9pm, through Dec 24; Wales West RV Park and Light Railway, Silverhill.All aboard the 2025 Arctic Express at Wales West Light Railway! Guests will ride “Dame Ann”, an authentic steam locomotive, through amazing lights, decorations, Christmas music, and SNOW on the way to the North Pole. You take home your own holiday family picture with Santa and each child gets a special TOY. Refreshments, mini train rides, hay-less hayride, playgrounds, and bounce house included in your ticket. Enjoy the snowball cannon for a slight fee.

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PARADES:

Saturday–

Fowl River Christmas Boat Parade- 5pm

Silverhill – 6pm

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MOBILE BALLET presents THE NUTCRACKER- Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm and 7pm; Sun 2pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre. This enchanting production is a favorite family tradition and perfect for all ages—newcomers and devoted ballet lovers alike.

NUTCRACKER HOLIDAY BRUNCH- Sun 11am, Crystal Ballroom, Battle House Hotel, Downtown Mobile.Guests will enjoy a delicious holiday brunch in the exquisite historic setting, meet and take photos with beloved Nutcracker characters, hear the magical story read aloud, and other festive activities. Proceeds benefit Mobile Ballet’s community outreach programs.

24th Annual SANTA RUN- Sat 10am, Carpe Diem Coffee, Old Shell Rd, Mobile.The Santa Run is an annual 2 mile fun-run, walk, bike ride, dog walking, fun-for-the-whole-family, holiday costume, charity event. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the fun, spread the Christmas spirit and support Mobile Baykeeper.

9th Annual CAROLING WITH BLOW HOUSE BAND- Sat 7pm, Fairhope Brewing Company, Downtown Mobile

So gather your loved ones, find your tacky sweaters, join us for a night of merry making and fellowship as we play (and sing) through some of our holiday favorites!

MUSTACHE THE BAND- Sat 8:30pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile,

LIVE AT FIVE CONCERT SERIES: JACOB HALL MEMORIAL JAM- Fri 5pm, Halstead Amphitheater, Coastal Alabama Community College, Fairhope

Join us for a very special evening of live music as we honor the legacy of Jacob Hall, a beloved virtuoso and staple of the Gulf Coast music scene.This show is the return of John W Hall & The Family Jam (ft: John Hall, John W Hall, Sevans Henderson, Drew Nix, Maison Faulk, David Moody, Ryan Dyer, Jake Burford, Lee Yankie, Johnny Hayes, Justin Tulo & more special guests)! You’ll also get to hear Paw Paw Medicine’s Cabinet and Justin Jeansonne Band! This unique jam band session celebrates Jacob’s life and directly supports the Jacob Hall Memorial Music Grant.

SUNNYSIDE THEATER: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS- Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm and 7pm; Sun 2pm; Joe Jefferson Playhouse, Carlen St, Mobile.Presented for the first time ever in Mobile. Based on the iconic film and children’s book, Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! expands on the timeless story, adding new songs that are bound to have everyone tapping their feet.

ELF ACADEMY – Sat 1pm-7pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Do you have what it takes to be one of Santa’s little helpers? Become an honorary elf at Elf Academy in Downtown OWA! This Saturday, children of all ages can participate in an interactive experience throughout Downtown OWA to finish elf school and gain their honorary elf certificate. Also, check out “Elf” starting at 3pm.

CHRISTMAS AT BICENTENNIAL PARK DRIVE-THRU LIGHT DISPLAY- Dec 1st- Dec 23rd, Bicentennial Park, Stockton Experience “A Christmas Kingdom: Lights, Wonder, and Tradition” at Baldwin County’s FREE drive-thru light display, featuring thousands of brilliant lights, festive scenes, and fun for the whole family.

30th Annual MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS – Nightly 5pm-9pm, Fri Nov 21- Tues Jan 6 (Closed Dec. 25, and Jan. 1), Bellingrath Gardens & Home, Theodore. The season is beginning earlier than ever and continuing nightly through January 6th, to give guests even more time to experience the wonder of the season. The show features more than 3 million lights, 1,100 set pieces, and just under 20 themed scenes, transforming the 65-acre Gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA- Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm, Dec 19, 21-23; Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley.Gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted).

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CHRISTMAS AT BICENTENNIAL PARK DRIVE-THRU LIGHT DISPLAY- Dec 1st- Dec 23rd, Bicentennial Park, Stockton.Experience “A Christmas Kingdom: Lights, Wonder, and Tradition” at Baldwin County’s FREE drive-thru light display, featuring thousands of brilliant lights, festive scenes, and fun for the whole family.

THE NORTH POLE at DOWNTOWN OWA- Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat/Sun 1pm-7pm, Dec 19, 21-23; Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

Gather the family for holiday moments with Santa! From capturing photos with the big man himself to playing Reindeer Games, the North Pole is filled with festive fun for the whole family. Free to attend; 1 free photo (personal photography not permitted).

BUBBLES AND BEATS – Sat Dec 27, 10am-2pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley. The ultimate kids New Year’s celebration is back in Downtown OWA! Join the ultimate street party filled with bubbles, music, and activities everyone in the family can enjoy. Dance through the day at the Disco Dome Party or pop into fun at the Bubble Foam Party! With free hands-on crafts and entertainment for children of all ages, Bubbles & Beats is the perfect way to close out the year with your loved ones!

MOONPIE OVER MOBILE and Noon Year’s Eve Drop- Wed Dec 31.11am-1pm, Mardi Gras Park; 7:30pm Riverview Plaza; 8:30pm, Main Stage, Downtown Mobile.Live music. A second line. A MoonPie in the sky. And the whole night is free. New Year’s Eve doesn’t get better than this! The fun kicks off early with the Kids Zone at Mardi Gras Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., including the beloved MoonPie Noon Year’s Eve Drop for families at noon. In the evening, the Best Decorated Umbrella Contest returns at 7:30 p.m. in the Renaissance Riverview Plaza Courtyard, complete with a street party performance by The Jukebox Brass Band. After the cutting of the World’s Largest MoonPie, the Jukebox Brass Band will lead a lively second line parade to the Main Stage and perform at 8:45. Red and The Revelers will perform at 9:30, then at 11pm, it’s the headliner, Morris Day & the Time, bringing their signature blend of high-gloss showmanship, infectious energy, and Minneapolis funk to the Main Stage to close out the year in style. Then at midnight, the giant MoonPie drops from the top of the RSA Trustmark Building, joined by a fun pyro display.

KIDS’ CONFETTI DROP – Wed Dec 31 10am-2pm, Main Street, The Wharf, Orange Beach.Perfect for little ones with early bedtimes, this family-friendly celebration brings the fun hours before midnight. Enjoy inflatable thrills, festive face painting ($10), camel rides ($10), balloon creations, and plenty more. Then, watch the sky sparkle as confetti cannons burst at Noon—creating a colorful, joy-filled countdown the whole family will love!

REELIN’ IN THE NEW YEAR- Wed Dec 31 5pm-12 midnight, Main Street, The Wharf, Orange Beach.Dance into the night with live bands, family-friendly fun, and grown-up good times. All the excitement is building up to a magical midnight moment featuring The Park Band, the dazzling marlin drop countdown, and a fireworks finale!

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