48th Annual AZALEA TRAIL RUN- Sat 8am, Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile
Run on the oak lined streets of Mobile in the Azalea Trail Run, one of the country’s premier road races! Choose your distance– 10K, 5K or 2K Fun Run. Return your timing chip after the 10K or 5K and at least 5 chips will be drawn, giving their owners the opportunity to name a charity to get a $1000 donation from the 2026 Azalea Trail Run. CLICK HERE
BAILEY ZIMMERMAN with special guests Hudson Westbrook + Blake Whiten- Fri 7pm, Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, CLICK HERE
ELBERTA SAUSAGE FESTIVAL - Sat 8am-5pm, Elberta Town Park (Co Rd 83 and US Hwy 98)
Order “one with, two without”--- sausage dogs with sauerkraut that is! The Elberta Volunteer Fire Department is cooking up 65-hundred pounds of sausage on a 30-foot grill this Saturday. The festival also features nearly 200 arts & crafts vendors, as well as food vendors. CLICK HERE
DOWNTOWN CAJUN COOK-OFF - Sat 10am-2pm, Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile
Get spicy and help local kids, with the Downtown Cajun Cook-off! Teams will be cooking up cajun favorites at this family-friendly event. Proceeds benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Mobile. CLICK HERE
FLORA-BAMA EASTER BUNNY DROP- Sat 11am-2pm, Beach behind Flora-Bama Lounge, Perdido Key
Bring your Easter basket and your camera to the Flora-Bama for an egg hunt on the beach AND to see the Easter Bunny skydive onto the beach! Free event with Easter arts & crafts and your opportunity to take a photo with the Easter Bunny! CLICK HERE
SPRING FLING- Sat 10am-2pm, James Seals Community Center & Park (Texas St), Mobile
Hop into Spring for a full day of fun with an egg hunt, live music, petting zoo, games, and photos with the Easter Bunny! This family-friendly event is free to attend, with interactive experiences for kids and adults. Sponsored by City of Mobile Events. CLICK HERE
MOBILE COUNTY PARKS EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA- Sat 12noon-3pm, Chickasabogue Park, Escatawpa Hollow Park, and Bayfront Park, Mobile County
Children can search for their share of 8,000 toy- and candy-filled eggs spread across 3 Mobile County parks. Festivities begin at noon, and the egg hunt starts promptly at 2 p.m. There will be two age categories: 6 and younger or 7 and older. Choose the park closest to you for an afternoon of outdoor fun, activities and springtime celebration. CLICK HERE
DAPHNE’S EASTER EGG DASH- Sat 9am-12noon, Al Trione Sports Complex, Daphne
Enjoy games, inflatables, food vendors, face painting, and music! Don't forget to bring your basket - see you there!
Age Divisions -
2 & under: 9:15 AM
3 - 4: 9:45 AM
5 - 7 (girls): 10:15 AM
5 - 7 (boys): 10:45 AM
8 - 10 (girls): 11:15 AM
8 - 10 (boys): 11:45 AM
SPRING ON THE FARM- Sat 10am-3pm (Mar 28 and Apr 4), Seward Farms, Lucedale
Dive into the thrill of exhilarating egg hunts, capture magical moments with the Easter Bunny, and snap adorable photos with a host of cute baby animals. CLICK HERE
2026 COTTONTAIL EXPRESS- Sat/Sun 10am-3pm, Wales West Light Railway, Silverhill
Guests ride an authentic locomotive down to the “bunny hutch” to visit and take pictures with the Easter Bunny, hunt Easter eggs, and complete an Easter craft. Refreshments, mini train rides, hay-less hayride, playground, and bounce house are also included in your tickets! NEW FOAM PARTY @ 11,12,1. Towel/change of clothes recommended! CLICK HERE
USA OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK - Sat 9am, Registration; 10am, Opening Ceremonies; USA Intramural Fields, University of South Alabama, Mobile
Our community is invited to come together for the University of South Alabama Out of the Darkness Walk, a suicide prevention and mental health awareness event benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). This walk honors loved ones, supports those struggling, and raises critical funds for education, research, and resources. CLICK HERE
GULF BREEZE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS- Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm; Gulf Breeze Community Center
Enjoy over 100 local, regional and national fine artists, a Local Artists Art Show, a Silent Auction, Student Art Show and food vendors. Plus there will be live artist demonstrations and children activities. Proceeds benefit local school art programs. CLICK HERE
BOAT SHOW ON THE BAY- Fri 12noon-6pm; Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 9am-5pm; Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile Causeway
With live music, over 100 vendors, food trucks TONS of boats, & so much more, this is not just any boat show, it is THE boat show to be at! Concert Saturday night at 6pm featuring Justin Jeansonne & Band with special guest Ryan Dyer. CLICK HERE
MOBILE BALLET presents CINDERELLA- Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm; Mobile Saenger Theatre
Mobile Ballet debuts Katia Garza's fresh new interpretation of the classic Cinderella ballet, featuring the Mobile Ballet Company and outstanding guest artists. CLICK HERE
MOBILE OPERA presents THE MAGIC FLUTE- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, The Temple, Downtown Mobile
Somewhere between comedy and mysticism lies the heart of Mozart’s The Magic Flute. It has been a subject of scholarly debate, a source of audience delight, and an operatic super-hit since 1791. Both entertaining and thought provoking, it sparkles with the music of the incomparable master, Mozart. CLICK HERE
PENSACOLA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR- Sat 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre
Internationally-renowned violinist Gil Shaham returns for an evening of incredible artistry with Brahms’ Violin Concerto. CLICK HERE
LEADING LADIES- Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm; (Mar 19-29), Chickasaw Civic Theatre
In this hilarious Ken Ludwig comedy, two English Shakespearean actors take on the roles of long-lost nephews to a wealthy old lady, only to discover that her two heirs apparent aren’t nephews but nieces. Instead of giving up the swindle, they take on fresh roles. CLICK HERE
CADE PIERCE- Sat 8pm, Soul Kitchen, Downtown Mobile, CLICK HERE
RON WHITE- Sat 7pm and 10pm, Beau Rivage Biloxi, CLICK HERE
GULF COAST FAIR- March 26-April 4, Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi
Experience the sights, sounds, and excitement of a classic American fair right here on the Coast. From thrilling midway rides and family-friendly attractions to mouthwatering fair food favorites like funnel cakes, cotton candy, and corn dogs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. CLICK HERE
ORANGE BEACH INVASION CAR SHOW- Fri/Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-3pm, The Wharf, Orange Beach
Cruise into the coastal scene at one of the hottest car and truck shows on the Gulf Coast! For three sun-soaked days, Orange Beach will be jam-packed with gleaming hot rods, custom rides, and lowered trucks rolling in from across the U.S. and Canada. CLICK HERE
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