FAIRHOPE ROTARY STEAK COOKOFF- Sat 7pm-10pm, South Bancroft Avenue, Fairhope
Join us for a sizzling good time in downtown Fairhope where grill masters will battle it out to see who cooks the best steak in town! More than 35 teams will be competing. Live music by Avinu. You must buy tickets in advance. (Tickets will not be available once gates open. 21+ only) CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA BEACH ART AND WINE FESTIVAL- Sat 1pm-6pm (REVISED HOURS DUE TO WX), Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
Sip your way through a wide selection of wines and spirits while strolling the Boardwalk, surrounded by sun & sand and local artist booths showcasing unique coastal-inspired creations. Whether you're a wine lover, spirit sipper, or art enthusiast, the Festival has something special for everyone! (Wine tastings will begin at 2 p.m. and last until 5 p.m. only) CLICK HERE
LODA ARTWALK Celebrates National Scavenger Hunt 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 Scavenger Hunt Day. The scavenger hunt will take place between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Explore Downtown Mobile by following 10 creative clues! To participate, please visit the Events Info tent in Cathedral Square to receive a paper. CLICK HERE
ROLL MOBILE SKATE NIGHT- Fri 6pm-9pm, Bienville Square, Downtown Moible
Mobile Parks and Recreation is turning the block along Bienville Square into a pop-up skating rink! Kids Only skating begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 7:30 p.m., and Adults Only skating begins at 7:30 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m.
Please bring your own skates and helmet. Skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, and bicycles are NOT allowed. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA NAVY DAYS PARADE- Sat 10am, Plaza DeLuna, Downtown Pensacola
Gather along Pensacola’s waterfront for this exciting parade featuring military equipment, squadrons, Sailors of the Year, bands and drill teams, with the support of many of Pensacola’s best Mardi Gras Krewes. The parade honors active duty service members and veterans by partnering them with local Mardi Gras Krewes and organizations. Each Krewe will walk the parade route and proudly host a military unit on their float, creating a one-of-a-kind moment of appreciation, connection, and celebration. Parade follows the Navy Days 4K Run/Walk at 8am at Plaza DeLuna. CLICK HERE
HISTORIC PENSACOLA GALVEZ CELEBRATION- Sat 10am-2pm, Historic Village, 205 E. Zaragoza St, Pensacola
The City of Pensacola is celebrating the legacy of General Bernardo de Gálvez this weekend. Historic Pensacola will host a day full of family fun, with Spanish soldiers, colonial cooking, games and candle dipping. The Museum of History and Historic Pensacola Village will be free to the public. CLICK HERE
DADA LAWN PARTY- Sat 11am-3pm, Alabama Contemporary Art Center, 561 St. Francis Street, Downtown Mobile
When real life gets surreal, it’s time for lobster croquet. Alabama Contemporary Art Center invites all to the Dada Lawn Party, a fundraiser for a new community art studio and Artist in Residence location. This is a ticketed yard party, with a grits bar and familiar lawn games that have a Surrealist twist. Don your fancy hats and knickers and play a game of bizarre badminton or cornhole with anything but beanbags. CLICK HERE
TK101 presents STAIND + BREAKING BENJAMIN with Wage War & Lakeview.- Sat 5:45pm, The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach
Don't miss the TK101 Staind & Breaking Benjamin Pre-Party at Island Time Daiquiri starting at 3pm! CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS: SHOWTIME 2025- Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre
The performance will open with a musical “scrapbook” showcasing a journey through the 35-year history of PCC, setting the stage for a night filled with vibrant storytelling. Highlights include Broadway favorites from Annie, Oliver!, Newsies, Matilda, Wicked, The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, and Carousel. CLICK HERE
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER: Six Piece Suits - Fri 7pm-9pm, Jernigan’s Landing, Downtown Milton
The City of Milton is putting on 11 concerts through June 13th, with a variety of music from local favorites to national touring bands. Blankets, chairs, and coolers are welcome. No glass containers are allowed. CLICK HERE
WHITE TIE ROCK ENSEMBLE presents AMERICANA ROCK- Fri 7:30pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks and Resort, Foley
Don't miss a night filled with Bob Seger, John Mellencamp, Steve Miller, Tom Petty, and The Eagles. CLICK HERE
CINEMAS IN THE SAND: MOANA 2- Fri 7:30pm, Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola Beach
This 2024 Disney-animated musical adventure reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.
All movies are free to the public and will start at sunset on a giant outdoor movie screen in front of the Gulfside Pavilion stage, weather permitting. CLICK HERE
BALLIN’ ON BELROSE- Sat 7am, 707 Belrose Ave, Olde Towne Daphne
Ballin' on Belrose is a community walk/run event to benefit Baller Dream Foundation. It is a fun day for all ages with DJs, a kids' play area, food, and drinks, etc. Baller Dream Foundation helps local, brave young cancer warriors and their families by offering events to raise their spirits and celebrate their lives. CLICK HERE
GULF COAST CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL- Thurs-Sun 5pm-10pm, Apr 17-Jun 15, Open Easter and Memorial Day, Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore
During this Spring night-time event, the Gardens will be transformed into a dazzling showcase of light, color, and culture. As evening falls, the estate will become a radiant dreamscape featuring 41 towering, handcrafted light sculptures, each glowing with vivid hues and artistic detail. Visitors will journey through the estate, where each glowing display tells a story through plants, animals, and fantastical creatures, blending ancient tradition with modern innovation. CLICK HERE
MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am- 12noon (April 26- June 28), Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile
Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park! Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. The City of Mobile is proud to support the community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. CLICK HERE
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