Baldwin County and the Gulf Coast are alive with fall events and festivals offering something for everyone.
Unique celebrations like the Gulf Coast Fungi Festival, Jubilee Festival of Arts, and …
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Baldwin County and the Gulf Coast are alive with fall events and festivals offering something for everyone.
Unique celebrations like the Gulf Coast Fungi Festival, Jubilee Festival of Arts, and Mobile Greek Fest showcase local culture, creativity and community spirit. Families can enjoy pet-friendly events, seasonal trick-or-treating and interactive activities, while music lovers and food enthusiasts can explore live performances, craft vendors and specialty dishes.
Residents and visitors can also support local causes at fundraisers and community gatherings throughout the region.
Here’s a look at what’s happening across the Gulf Coast this week.
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What: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is hosting the Mobile Greek Festival celebrating Greek culture with food, dance, music, and shopping. Parking is available at multiple nearby locations. Menu and pricing are available at https://greekfestmobile.com.
When: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 16-18, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 50 S Ann St, Mobile
Price: Free admission, food and activities priced separately
What: Big Beach Brewing is celebrating its 9th anniversary with a weekend-long birthday party featuring live music, beer releases, scavenger hunts and commemorative merchandise. Performances include Cowboy Johnson Trio on Thursday, Crab Riot on Friday, The Funky Lampshades on Saturday, and Slide Bayou on Sunday.
When: Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 16-19. Thursday 5-9 p.m., Friday 6-10 p.m., Saturday 6-10 p.m., Sunday 3-7 p.m.
Where: 300 E 24th Ave, Gulf Shores
Price: Free admission
What: The Little Lagoon Preservation Society is welcoming community members to its upcoming meeting featuring guest speaker Chase Katechis, marine biologist II with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Marine Resources Division. . Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions during a Q&A session and learn more about how to support ongoing conservation efforts. Light refreshments are served.
When: Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:30 p.m. refreshments, 6-7 p.m. program
Where: Gulf Shores Activity Center, 260 Clubhouse Dr, Gulf Shores
Price: Free admission
What: The Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program is hosting its third annual Evening for the Estuaries Gala with live music, awards, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. Must be 21 or older. Tickets are available at https://pensacolaandperdidobaysestuaryprogram-bloom.kindful.com/e/2025-evening-for-the-estuaries-fundraising-gala.
When: Thursday, Oct. 16, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Coastal Arts Center, 26389 Canal Rd, Orange Beach
Price: Single $125, couples $200
What: The Lighthouse is hosting its seventh annual Candlelight Vigil to honor victims of domestic violence and raise awareness. Communities are encouraged to illuminate landmarks in purple throughout October. More information is available at www.thelighthouseabeacon.org.
When: Thursday, Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m.
Where: May Day Park, Daphne
Price: Free admission
What: The Gulf Coast Fungi Festival is celebrating the incredible world of fungi, nature, music and community with guided mushroom foraging tours, cooking demonstrations, workshops, expert-led lectures, live music, a vendor village and family-friendly activities. Children 12 and under attend free. Camping passes are sold separately, with community campfires on site. Tickets and information are available at https://gulfcoastfungifest.com.
When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 17-19. Friday noon-10 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Weeks Bay Plantation, Fairhope
Price: Weekend passes $115, at the gate $130; day passes $50, at the gate $60; children 12 and under free; parking $5 per vehicle
What: Alabama State Parks and Down Under Dive Shop are hosting a conservation event at Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier. Snorkelers and divers are invited to remove trash and debris. Free tank rentals are available for certified divers and snorkel gear is provided for non-divers. Safety is ensured by Gulf Shores lifeguards and marine police. Register at https://reserve.alapark.com/register/dive-against-debris.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 a.m.
Where: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier, Gulf Shores
Price: Free
What: The Magnolia Springs Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its 6th Annual Firefighter Festival, a community event supporting the local volunteer fire department. Guests can enjoy food, live music from local bands, arts and crafts vendors and a children’s activity area. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. For more information, contact Hannah Driskell at festival@magnoliaspringsfire.com or visit www.magnoliaspringsfire.com/firefighter-festival.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 14809 Gates Avenue, Magnolia Springs
Price: Free admission
What: Barktoberfest is welcoming pets and their owners for a fall celebration featuring a rabies clinic, pet costume contest, adoptions with The Haven, local vendors and food trucks. Well-behaved, leashed pets are encouraged to attend.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Spanish Fort Animal Clinic, 8287 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort
Price: Rabies clinic $15; other activities free
What: The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is hosting Boo at the Zoo with trick-or-treating, activities and meet-and-greets with animals. Guests are encouraged to bring treat bags and costumes for a chance to win a Golden Ticket prize. Tickets are available at www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.com.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.-noon
Where: 20499 Oak Road E, Gulf Shores
Price: Adults $23.95, seniors/military $20.95, children 3-12 $15.95, Zoo members and children under 2 free
What: The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 37th annual Jubilee Festival of Arts featuring over 140 artists, live entertainment, local vendors, kids arts activities, tailgate area, and food trucks. More information is available at www.thejubileefestival.com.
When: Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 18-19. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: W.O. Lott Park, Olde Towne Daphne
Price: Free admission
What: Foley Indoor Market is hosting a family-friendly trick-or-treat event. Participating vendors are providing candy and giveaways. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18
Where: 14809 AL-59, Foley
Price: Free admission
What: Tee Off at The Wharf is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration with fall drinks, games, costume contests, food specials, and football viewing. Winners of contests receive Tee Off merchandise and prizes.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 3-8 p.m.
Where: 4619 Main Street, Orange Beach
Price: Free admission, food and drinks priced separately
What: The Kiwanis Club of Bay Minette is hosting its sixth annual Trunk or Treat supporting the North Baldwin Literacy Council. Activities include book giveaways, bookmarks, stickers, reading logs, raffle prizes, food trucks, vendors and a Jeep costume contest. Jeeps pre-register for $10 or pay $15 day-of. Sponsored by Southland Jeepers, North Baldwin Literacy Council, and Bay Minette Public Library.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Blackburn Park, 101 N. Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette
Price: Free admission
What: The Mystic Society of Rocky Horror is presenting a full shadow cast performance of the cult classic film. Audience participation is encouraged and prop bags are available in the lobby. Guests can enter a costume contest with prizes. Tickets are available at https://visitowa.com/rocky-horror-picture-show.
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 8-10 p.m.
Where: OWA Theater, Downtown OWA
Price: Reserved $20; under 18 requires guardian
