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, Nov 25- Nov 28

MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS- November 26 to January 5, open nightly (closed December 25 and January 1), Bellingrath Gardens, Theodore.

In this Gulf Coast holiday tradition, guests stroll through a dazzling light display that features more than 1,100 set pieces, 3 million lights and 16 scenes throughout the Garden estate. In addition, the Bellingrath Home is decorated in its holiday finery and enhanced with beautiful poinsettias. CLICK HERE

CHRISTMAS NIGHTS OF LIGHTS- November 12 – January 7, open nightly 5:30pm – 10:00pm, rain or shine, Hank Aaron Stadium, Mobile

See over one million lights synchronized to traditional and newer, rocking Christmas music played through your own car stereo. Pack your vehicle full of friends and family to enjoy the show and continue your Christmas tradition with us! CLICK HERE 

LEGENDS IN CONCERT CLASSIC CHRISTMAS- Nov 17-Jan 2, Wednesday through Saturday at 7pm with additional 3pm matinees on Saturday and Sunday.

The all-new Classic Christmas will pay tribute to music royalty including Celine Dion, Karen Carpenter, Young Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley. CLICK HERE

WINTERFEST PENSACOLA - Nov 26-Dec 24, Government at Palafox, downtown Pensacola

Experience the Polar Express Tour, the Grinch Tour, a Cajun Christmas, as well as photos with Santa or the Grinch! Plus, catch the preshows every night! Sing and dance along with your favorite characters as we kick off each tour! Preshows are free and open to the public. CLICK HERE

TURKEY TROT FOR HOPE- Sat 8am, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Run (or walk) our family friendly Turkey Trot for Hope certified 5k and 1 mile Gobble Wobble with us on Thanksgiving morning in Mobile! Your registration supports Rapahope, a non-profit organization that offers free year-round programming, for families battling childhood cancer. CLICK HERE   

IRON BOWL BLOCK PARTY- Sat 12:30pm-7pm, Dauphin St between Hamilton & Franklin, downtown Mobile

Pre-Game at this Family-friendly Party with the band THIN ICE before watching your favorite team on a Jumbo Screen! Enjoy 2 DJs playing during TV time outs with a battle of the DJs during half time! Adult beverages, food trucks, Santa Claus and an opportunity to win prizes for best-dressed most spirited fans! Don't forget to bring you chairs and blankets! Please no tents or umbrellas. CLICK HERE  

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! - Fri 6pm-11pm, Medal of Honor Park, Mobile

FREE evening of LIVE MUSIC, Food trucks, and Family-Friendly Fun. The food/DJ starts at 6pm, and the concert begins at 7pm. CLICK HERE  

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY: OUTDOOR HOLIDAY MARKET- Sat 12 noon-4pm, Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile

Find Unique Gifts while Supporting Local! Head to Downtown Mobile near Cathedral Square and shop local small businesses this holiday season!

Shop Small! Support Local! CLICK HERE

PENSACOLA SYMPHONY presents HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS featuring ASHLEY BROWN- Sun 3pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre

Join the festivities as we celebrate the return of Broadway sensation and Gulf Breeze-native Ashley Brown for this special holiday concert. With traditional favorites and holiday hits, and a special appearance by the Pensacola Children’s Chorus, it will be a joyful occasion for all to share. CLICK HERE

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGS FOOTBALL vs COASTAL CAROLINA - Fri 2:30pm, Hancock Whitney Stadium, USA campus,  CLICK HERE   

It’s the last game of the season! Arrive early for the Senior Day celebration.

Listen to the game on Sports Talk 99.5FM, 96.1 The Rocket, and on the iHeartRadio app. Pre-game show starts 2 hours prior to kickoff. 

IRON BOWL: ALABAMA @ AUBURN- Sat 2:30pm, Auburn, CBS, CLICK HERE 

FLORIDA vs FLORIDA STATE- Sat 11am, Gainesville, ESPN, CLICK HERE

EGG BOWL: OLE MISS @ MISSISSIPPI STATE - Thurs 6:30pm, Starkville, ESPN, CLICK HERE

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