10 things to do around the Gulf Coast this weekend, Jan. 24-26

By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant
whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com
Posted 1/23/25

Please note some events may have been rescheduled or canceled. Check before you go.

The upcoming week in Baldwin County is filled with exciting events to spark your creativity, delight your …

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10 things to do around the Gulf Coast this weekend, Jan. 24-26

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NOTE: Please note some events may have been rescheduled or canceled due to Winter Storm Enzo. Check before you go.

The upcoming week in Baldwin County is filled with exciting events to spark your creativity, delight your taste buds and bring the community together.

Food lovers can enjoy authentic Greek flavors and lively dancing at Greek Night at the Beach in Orange Beach or savor gumbo and craft drinks at the Gumbo & Alabama Slammer Festival in Foley. Art enthusiasts can try their hand at eco-printing a silk scarf in Silverhill, craft coastal seashell collages in Orange Beach or learn pine needle basketry with Gulf State Park Naturalists.

For families and gardeners, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo's third-annual Seed and Plant Swap in Gulf Shores offers a day of gardening fun, while Downtown OWA hosts its Arts and Crafts Festival with live music, kids' activities and unique handmade goods. Literary fans can relive their childhoods at the Grown-Up Book Fair at Odd Colony Brewing Co. in Pensacola or enjoy storytelling and music by the fireside at The Minstrels and the Bards event in Foley.

Active adventurers can take on the Big Beach Marathon in Gulf Shores, featuring a weekend of scenic running events through Gulf State Park. For a more relaxed outing, head to Scooter's Coffee in Daphne for its grand opening.

With so much happening across the area, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of the week ahead.
To discover more happenings or plan ahead for future weekends and holidays, visit our event calendar at www.GulfCoastMedia.com/calendar. You can also upload and feature your event there. Did we miss something here? Email us at pressrelease@gulfcoastmedia.com.

SCOOTER'S COFFEE GRAND OPENING

What: Celebrate the grand opening of Scooter's Coffee in Daphne. Buy one drink, get one free when using the mobile app. Free stickers with every purchase, while supplies last. Get the app at http://onelink.to/scooterscoffee.

When: Friday, Jan. 24, 5 a.m.-8 p.m.

Where: Scooter's Coffee, 26136 State Hwy. 181, Daphne

Price: Varies by purchase

THE MINSTRELS AND THE BARDS

What: Enjoy a night of fireside folktales, fairy stories and songs at the Copper Kettle Tea Bar. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. The event is weather-dependent.

When: Friday, Jan. 24, 6 p.m.

Where: Copper Kettle Tea Bar, 106 N. Chicago St., Foley

Price: Free

BIG BEACH MARATHON

What: Enjoy a scenic run through Gulf State Park during this annual marathon weekend. Events include the Safari 7K and Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, with the Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday. Participants can register for challenges to earn extra swag. Visit www.bigbeachmarathon.com for details and registration.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25-Sunday, Jan. 26

Where: The Hangout, 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores

Price: Varies

THIRD-ANNUAL SEED AND PLANT SWAP

What: The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo hosts its 3rd Annual Seed and Plant Swap, offering activities for gardeners of all levels. Highlights include a seed and plant exchange, gardening talks by the Zoo's Sustainability Committee, a kids' seed planting activity and vendor booths. Donate a pack of wildflower seeds for 10% off admission. For questions, contact Marcale Sisk at marcale@algulfcoastzoo.org.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, 20499 Oak Road E., Gulf Shores

Price: Included with zoo admission; free for children under 2

ECO-PRINTING A SILK SCARF WORKSHOP

What: Create a unique eco-printed silk scarf using local leaves, flowers and natural dyes at Humming Star Alpacas. Materials are provided. Participants should bring a brown bag lunch. To register, text Cheryl at (251) 214-8224.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Humming Star Alpacas, 19700 Blueberry Lane, Silverhill

Price: $85 per person

GUMBO & ALABAMA SLAMMER FESTIVAL

*NOTE: This event has been rescheduled to Sunday, Jan. 26, at the same time.

What: Heritage Park in Foley hosts a day of family fun, featuring gumbo from food trucks, live music, a kid zone, pony rides, a petting zoo and more. Attendees can enjoy mixed drinks, craft beer and a variety of art and craft vendors. For tickets, visit www.beachlifeevents.com/gumbo_tickets.php.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: Heritage Park, 125 E. Laurel Ave., Foley

Price: $5 entry; free for children 12 and under

MONROE CROSSING BLUEGRASS BAND CONCERT

What: Monroe Crossing Bluegrass Band will perform a concert with The Sandspur Band opening. Enjoy an evening of bluegrass music from this talented group in a family-friendly atmosphere. Tickets can be purchased in advance by emailing booking@monroecrossing.com or by paying cash or check at the door.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 7 p.m.

Where: Gulf Shores Methodist Church, 1900 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores

Price: $20 per person

GROWN-UP BOOK FAIR AT ODD COLONY

What: Relive childhood book fair memories at Odd Colony Brewing Co. Sip a beverage while browsing books from local bookstores, enjoying nostalgic treats and mingling with other book lovers. Free admission; reserve a time slot at www.eventbrite.com/e/grown-up-book-fair-tickets-1044280369697.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 26, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: Odd Colony Brewing Co., 270 N. Palafox St., Pensacola

Price: Free

DOWNTOWN OWA ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL

What: Celebrate creativity at OWA's 5th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival. Enjoy browsing unique booths featuring local artists, vendors and handmade goods while listening to live music. Kids' activities and live performances are scheduled throughout the day. Vendors can apply at https://visitowa.com/arts-crafts-festival/.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, noon-6 p.m.

Where: Downtown OWA, 100 N. OWA Blvd., Foley

Price: Free

GREEK NIGHT AT THE BEACH

What: St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church invites you to experience Greek hospitality with an evening of European and Greek food, pastries, music and dancing. Chef Emmanuel and Georgia Roussos Catering will serve authentic dishes such as spanakopita, dolmathes, Greek leg of lamb and baklava. Music will be provided by Chris Sarris Productions. Limited tickets are available. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/greek-night-at-the-beach-orange-beach-alabama-tickets-998104456297  for tickets.

When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 6-11 p.m.

Where: Orange Beach Event Center, 4671 Wharf Parkway W., Orange Beach

Price: $85 per person (all-inclusive)