LEMONADE DAY - Sat 10am-2pm, various locations on the Eastern Shore (Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort) and Coastal Alabama (Foley, Orange Beach, Gulf Shores)
Lemonade Day teaches 3rd - 6th Graders how to start, own, and operate their very own business, a lemonade stand! Kids learn about creating their own success when they learn to set a goal, make a plan, work the plan, and achieve their dreams. You can support them by stopping by one of the 17 lemonade stands this Saturday. Get the map HERE for the Eastern Shore and HERE for Coastal Alabama.
MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT IN THE PARK- Sun 5:30pm, The Amphitheater at Medal of Honor Park, Mobile
Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra's annual Mother's Day Concert will move this year to the amphitheater at Medal of Honor Park in West Mobile. Please join us as we celebrate Mother's Day with an evening of music and scenic beauty. Bring a picnic, blankets or folding chairs. No seating and no shade provided. There is no cost to attend, but donations are welcome. CLICK HERE
BLUES ON THE BAY CONCERT SERIES: Platinum Premier Band- Sun 6pm, Pensacola Community Maritime Park
Enjoy a cool breeze off the bay while dancing and listening to some of the region's best musical talent. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are free and open to the public. CLICK HERE
50th Annual ART IN THE PARK- Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm, John B Foley Park, downtown Foley
Over 100 artists showcase their talents while providing unique, hand crafted cultural experiences and shopping opportunities. CLICK HERE
FAIRHOPE FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK- Fri 6pm-8pm, downtown Fairhope
Visit local merchants in Downtown Fairhope as they open late and highlight the art community. CLICK HERE
11th Annual CHILDREN’S CUP REGATTA- Sat 12:30pm-9pm, Fairhope Yacht Club
Sailing enthusiasts and friends are invited to enjoy a fun and safe day of sailboat racing, benefitting patients from the Alabama Gulf Coast treated at Children’s of Alabama.. A family-friendly event, guests are invited to watch the races free-of-charge beginning at 12:30 p.m. Throughout the afternoon, guests can bid on silent auction items, enjoy the kids’ activity area, a cash bar and live music from Doc Rodgers and the Rock Dodgers band. CLICK HERE
6th Annual KENTUCKY DERBY BENEFIT HATS AND HORSES FOR CASA- Sat 2pm-6pm, Country Club of Mobile
This event benefits CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). There will be a Mint Julep Station, Best Hat contest for the women and a Dapper Man contest, as well as Kentucky Derby Race Contests. CLICK HERE
QUEENTUCKY DERBY DAY- Sat 2pm-6pm, The Garage, downtown Mobile
Derby day is a fun day of racing pool-noodle "horses" with our jockeys a foot. All proceeds from this event will go to Willow Farms Canine/Equine Rescue in Loxley, AL. CLICK HERE
BEULAH FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL - Sun 11am-7pm, Escambia County Equestrian Center
Tempt your taste buds and come hungry at this year's 1st Beulah Food Truck Festival. There will be food trucks, vendors, live entertainment, and a bounce house for the kids.This is a fun family community event. CLICK HERE
MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12 noon (every Saturday May 7th- July 9th), Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile
Fresh and local produce, seafood, baked goods, jams/jellies, local honey, original art and so much more. CLICK HERE
SEMMES HERITAGE DAY- Sat 10am-2pm, Semmes Heritage Park
The community is invited to come celebrate the history of the Semmes community, its culture, and way of life from the early 1900’s. Admission is FREE. There will be a variety of entertainment including music and dancing, Camellia Maid appearances, plus tours of the 1902 historic Semmes School, the Malone Chapel, the log cabin, the historic replica gazebo, and new to the park, a period General Store. A variety of vendors, food trucks, and arts & crafts artisans will be at the event , along with demonstrations and exhibits to showcase life as it was 100 years ago. CLICK HERE
MAN OF LA MANCHA- Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm, Chickasaw Civic Theatre
Based on Cervantes’ epic 17th-century novel Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha is a remarkable, poignant, moving musical that was one of the first shows to musicalize a piece of historical literature. CLICK HERE
PIPPIN: ESRT's 9th Annual Theatre on the Bluff- Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Henry George Park, Fairhope
Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Presented by Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre. Bring blanket or lawn chair, and picnics are encouraged. Concessions will also be available for purchase. CLICK HERE
NEEDTOBREATHE- Thurs 7pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre, CLICK HERE
STEVE-O “THE BUCKETLIST TOUR”- Fri 7pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre, CLICK HERE
LIVE AT FIVE CONCERT SERIES: RED CLAY STRAYS- Sat 5pm-8pm, Halstead Amphitheater, Fairhope CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS presents SHOWTIME- Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre
Showtime is a Broadway-style extravaganza featuring music from nearly every genre, ranging from classical to contemporary, pop to musical theatre, and so much more! CLICK HERE
LEGENDS IN CONCERT presents LEGENDS OF COUNTRY- February 9 – May 29, Legends in Concert Theater, OWA, Foley
Wednesday through Saturday at 7:00pm in February, Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30pm in March, with a weekend matinee performance on Sunday at 3pm.
This new production is more spectacular than ever with dazzling tributes to Shania Twain, Martina McBride, Garth Brooks and Elvis. (Elvis tribute artist fans around the country will recognize Patrick Dunn, recently crowned 2021 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion from Elvis Week in Memphis.) CLICK HERE
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