Best Bets

Best Bets

Check your Best Bets before you make your weekend plans, so you don't miss out! We've got local events, concerts and more all along the Gulf Coast.Full Bio

 

Best Bets for the Weekend, May 24- May 27

MOBILE POPS MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT - Sat 6pm-7:30pm, Medal of Honor Park, Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

Join The Mobile Symphonic Pops Band for their annual Memorial Day concert to salute our veterans! Free admission. Bring a blanket or chairs...some people bring a picnic dinner! The concert will feature a mix of patriotic and traditional tunes, and the famous 1812 Overture--which may include firing cannons!  CLICK HERE   

9th Annual PENSACOLA MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT- Mon 1pm, Community Maritime Park outdoor amphitheater, Pensacola

Bring your chairs and blankets, and enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring the talented musicians of Pensacola's very own Pensacola Civic Band and special guests, the 151st Army Band, Alabama National Guard. Food trucks will be available for food and beverage purchase starting at 12:00 p.m.  CLICK HERE  

BALDWIN POPS MEMORIAL DAY CONCERTS- 

Sun 3pm, Loxley Municipal Park

Mon 5pm, Henry George Park, Fairhope

This concert will be a Memorial Day tribute with patriotic tunes and pieces that honor those that have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. If you have served , are active duty, or are a family member , please indicate your branch of service by wearing a hat or service pin to the concert.  CLICK HERE  

SANTA ROSA COUNTY MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE- Mon 10am, Veterans Memorial Plaza, Milton

The ceremony will feature speakers and music, in remembrance of the brave men and women who gave their lives while serving our country. CLICK HERE   

FORT PICKENS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND LIVING HISTORY DISPLAYS - Sat/Sun/Mon 9am-4pm, Fort Pickens, Gulf Breeze

In partnership with the National Park Service at historic Fort Pickens, a part of Gulf Islands National Seashore, re-enactors will be conducting living history displays and demonstrations this weekend. There will be cannon demonstrations Sunday and Monday.  CLICK HERE   

S’MORES ON THE SHORE- Thurs 6pm, Gulf Place, Gulf Shores

This family-friendly event will include free s’mores packets, a live DJ, a balloon artist, face painting, and more. Families are encouraged to bring their blankets, chairs, and friends and relax on the beautiful white sand of the Gulf Shores Public Beach.  CLICK HERE 

BIENVILLE SQUARE BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION- Fri 11am-1:30pm, Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile

Bienville Square is turning 200 years old! Join Mayor Stimpson at the park for the bicentennial celebration. Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy live music, art and food trucks. CLICK HERE   

GULF COAST CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL- Sat 1pm-6pm, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile

For the first time, the Caribbean culture on the Gulf Coast will be celebrated in the streets of Downtown Mobile, with beautiful Caribbean costumes, music, and family fun. It starts with a parade through Downtown, ending at the park for a festival celebrating the Caribbean culture with food, music and performances.  CLICK HERE   

COLE SWINDELL with special guests Dylan Scott and Jon Langston - Sat 7pm, Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, CLICK HERE   

TRISTAN HARPER HOMECOMING CELEBRATION- 

The 15 year old from McIntosh made it to TOP 5 of American Idol and he’s getting a welcome home celebration:

CONCERT- Fri 6pm-8:30pm, MOWA Choctaw Reservation, 1080 Red Fox Rd, Mt Vernon

PARADE- Sat 11am (lineup at 10), City of McIntosh

POW WOW - Sat 5pm-8pm, MOWA Choctaw Reservation, 1080 Red Fox Rd, Mt Vernon CLICK HERE  

BETTER THAN EZRA- Fri 8pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile, CLICK HERE   

JUSTIN MOORE WITH CHRIS CAGLE + TYLER BRADEN- Fri 7pm, The Sound, Gautier, CLICK HERE   

TRAVIS TRITT- Fri/Sat 8pm, IP Casino Biloxi, CLICK HERE  

WHITE TIE ROCK ENSEMBLE: MONSTERS OF ROCK- Fri/Sat 7:30pm, OWA Theater, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

From the iconic sounds of Kiss to the powerhouse performances of AC/DC and Def Leppard, this tribute show will be an unforgettable journey through the greatest hits of rock history.  CLICK HERE   

BLIPPI, THE WONDERFUL WORLD TOUR- Fri 6pm, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi

Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! CLICK HERE  

BANDS ON THE BAYOU: Ben Loftin & The Family- Fri 6:30pm, Bayview Park, Pensacola

Come with your chairs, blanket & family by land or water, and join us on the lawn at the beautiful new Bayview Community Center. Boat access is available.  CLICK HERE   

BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER: The Flavors - Fri 7pm-9pm, Jernigan's Landing, Downtown Milton

Pull up your boat or bring a lawn chair and relax while listening to great live music!  CLICK HERE   

BRIGADOON- Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm (MAY 10-26), Chickasaw Civic Theatre

Two modern-day New Yorkers, on a hunting trip in the highlands of Scotland, stumble across an enchanted village, living two centuries in the past. One finds only the humor in the quirky people and customs; the other finds love — love so strong it can bridge the centuries. This magical story is alive with music and dance and romance.  CLICK HERE  

MARKET IN THE PARK- Sat 7:30am-12noon, May 4th-July 6th, Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile

Shop local for fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked goods, jams/jellies, original art, decor, and more! Plus enjoy local entertainment.  CLICK HERE  

PENSACOLA BLUE WAHOOS BASEBALL vs TENNESSEE- Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat 6:05pm, Sun 4:05pm, Blue Wahoos Stadium, Downtown Pensacola

Promotions include Mullet Thursday, Giveaway Friday, Fireworks Saturday and Military/Family Sunday.  CLICK HERE   

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