Get ready for a weekend full of spooky thrills, family fun and festive fall activities across Baldwin County.
From Foley’s Hometown Halloween and Downtown Fairhope Trick-or-Treat to the …
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Get ready for a weekend full of spooky thrills, family fun and festive fall activities across Baldwin County.
From Foley’s Hometown Halloween and Downtown Fairhope Trick-or-Treat to the Elberta German Sausage Festival, there’s something for everyone.
Train rides, pumpkin patches, haunted tours, live music, bluegrass and craft vendors offer plenty of ways to celebrate the season. Costume contests, hayrides, bounce houses and sweet treats make it perfect for kids and adults alike. Plus, check out this free event tonight: a Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show at The Hangout in Gulf Shores, part of the Parrot Heads in Paradise Meeting of the Minds celebration.
Plan your weekend and check local listings for times, locations and ticket info — autumn in Baldwin County has never been this fun.
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What: The Parrot Heads in Paradise Meeting of the Minds (MOTM) presents a Free Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show, celebrating Buffett’s music and tropical lifestyle. As part of the 2025 MOTM festivities, the show will feature talented trop rock artists performing Buffett-inspired favorites. More information available at motm.rocks/schedule/?day=event_day_wed.
When: Tonight, Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6–8 p.m.
Where: The Hangout, Gulf Shores
Admission: Free to the public
What: Foley’s annual Hometown Halloween brings families to downtown for games, hayrides, tricks and treats. Features include a costume contest, face painting, jump house, cake walk and food concessions. Booths will be judged for creativity with recognition online. Portions of South Alston Street, Orange Avenue, and East Laurel Avenue will be closed, with police and firefighters on site for safety.
When: Thursday, Oct. 23, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: 104 N. McKenzie St., Foley
Price: Free admission
What: Joe Cuhaj presents his newest book "Notable Women of Alabama" and discusses his research and writing process. Q&A follows. More info at http://fairhopelibrary.org.
When: Thursday, Oct. 23, 4-5 p.m.
Where: Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope
Price: Free admission
What: The Swift-Coles Historic Home welcomes the Southern Ghost Girls for “Spirits of the Past” ghost hunt, followed by “Dining with the Dead.”
When: Ghost hunt Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m.; Dining with the Dead Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Swift-Coles Historic Home
Price: Tickets available at southernghostgirls.com
What: Central Church Orange Beach hosts a family-friendly Trunk or Treat with games, entertainment, candy, food and live music by Dillon Atwood. Open to the community.
When: Friday, Oct. 24, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Angry Crab Shack parking lot, 25751 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach
Price: Free admission
What: Enjoy a night of glow-in-the-dark bowling, laser tag and arcade fun. Costume contests will be held for kids at 7 p.m. and adults at 9 p.m., with prizes and surprises throughout the evening.
When: Friday, Oct. 24, 6 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: The Gulf Bowl, 2881 S. Juniper St., Foley
Price: $24 per person
What: A 2-hour cocktail tour exploring haunted Fairhope history. Visit the Colony Cemetery, the old city jail, and learn ghostly legends of Mobile Bay. Costumes optional but encouraged. Tickets available at https://tastefairhope.com/fairhope-happy-hour-cocktail-crawl/.
When: Friday, Oct. 24, 4-6 p.m. (additional date Oct. 31)
Where: Downtown Fairhope
Price: Ticketed event, see website for details
What: A community fishing rodeo where veterans and first responders can fish for free. All donated fish go to feed those in need. Cash prizes and non-cash awards will be given in multiple categories. Registration and tournament info available from Robert Walker at (251) 423-5964 or reelzgood@gmail.com. Additional details at https://app.fishingchaos.com/club/d4dA9NGyILTd9W7Eav4X.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5 a.m.-Sunday, Oct. 26, 4 p.m.
Where: Weigh-in at Tacky Jacks, 240 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores
Price: Free for veterans and first responders, separate buy-ins for specific jackpots
What: The Elberta German Sausage Festival is a biannual event raising funds for the Elberta Volunteer Fire Department and other community initiatives. Enjoy nearly 200 arts and crafts and nonprofit vendor booths. Food options include German sausage, roasted corn, BBQ, kettle corn and carnival fare. A bounce house area benefits the Elberta Police Department Reserve Program. Proceeds also support festival operations.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 24950 Pine St., Elberta
Price: Free admission
What: Walk to support heart health and fund lifesaving research. Gather friends and family for a community event featuring inspiring survivors and a celebratory finish line. Register at www.baldwinheartwalk.org.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-noon
Where: OWA Parks & Resort, Foley
Price: Check website for more details
What: Downtown Fairhope hosts a morning of Halloween fun for children. Kids can trick-or-treat at participating shops marked with orange pumpkins. Special appearances include the Sanderson Sisters, the Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department truck, Pete the Pelican with Fairhope Public Utilities, and a Police Department cruiser. The Diane Douglas Canned Food Drive will be held at the corner of Section Street and Fairhope Avenue.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-noon
Where: Downtown Fairhope, 382 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope
Price: Free admission
What: The largest fundraiser for Stapleton School featuring six bands, eight food and beverage trucks, and family-friendly activities. Sponsors recognized through event signage and publicity. More info at www.stapletonbluegrassfestival.com.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 35480 Harriott Ave., Stapleton
Price: Free admission
What: Annual event begins with a fire truck parade through downtown. Includes live demonstrations, activities for children and free hamburgers and hotdogs.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2-5 p.m.
Where: Bay Minette Fire Department, 608 D’Olive St., Bay Minette
Price: Free admission
What: Artist Dean Mosher presents the stories and adventures of Craig T. Sheldon, a castle builder and wood carver. Admission is free.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 1-2 p.m.
Where: Fairhope Public Library Giddens Conference Center, Fairhope
Price: Free admission
What: Foley Witches Rides will take place in Downtown Foley, beginning at 5 p.m. and ending with an after-party at Heritage Park. Riders must be over 21 and female. All proceeds benefit local community betterment organizations including Family Promise, Lighthouse of Baldwin County, Foley Scouts Troop, Turkey Take Out, Grand Witch Charity of Choice, Foley High School, Foley Middle School, Foley Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary and Florence B. Mathis Elementary School. Tickets on sale Aug. 18 include race entry, a t-shirt and entry into the after-party. Those not riding can attend the after-party for a $20 donation. Enjoy music, food trucks and fun for all ages. Tickets available on EventBrite.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Foley Heritage Park, Foley
Price: Tickets $35 for riders, $20 donation for after-party
What: Zeke's Marina and Mo Fishin Bar host a Halloween event with trick-or-treating on decorated boats, arts and crafts and costume contests for kids, adults and pets. Live music by Jenna McClelland from 6-10 p.m.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-10 p.m.
Where: Zeke's Marina / Mo Fishin Bar, 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach
Price: Free admission
What: Eastern Shore Art Center hosts an evening of wine, bourbon, cigars and art. Includes silent and live auctions. Sponsorships available. Proceeds benefit ESAC programming. Tickets $100 per person. More info at https://esartcenter.org/event/corks-casks-canvas-2025/.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m.
Where: 401 Oak St., Fairhope
Price: $100 per person
What: Join the Classic Wooden Boat Show supporting The Child Advocacy Center. Event includes wooden boats, live music, raffles, art and giveaways. Contact Chan Flowers at (251) 533-3486 for more information.
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Bluegill Restaurant on the Causeway
Price: $75 donation to enter a wooden boat, $10 per ticket
What: Crosspoint Baptist Church of Foley hosts a life-sized Candyland walk-through with free candy, mini games, a petting zoo, photo ops, bounce house, slide and free hotdogs and chips. Costumes encouraged.
When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
Where: 9790 CR 65, Foley
Price: Free admission
What: Central Gulf Coast Harp Society presents a concert featuring a variety of harp music. A free-will offering is encouraged.
When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 3-5 p.m.
Where: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 28788 Main St., Daphne
Price: Free-will offering
What: Enjoy a beautifully decorated arboretum with wine, appetizers and live music by Leonard Houston. Tickets available at Jesse's, Magnolia Springs Town Hall, Magnolia Springs Pharmacy, Page and Palette in Fairhope, and Feast & Co. in Foley.
When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
Where: Magnolia Springs Arboretum, Magnolia Springs
Price: $50 per person
What: Guests ride an authentic steam locomotive to the Pumpkin Patch and optional spooky maze. Activities include mini train rides, hay-less hayride, bounce house and the Potato Cannon for a small fee. Food available at Café and concession stand. Tickets can be purchased at the railroad or online at www.waleswest.com. Call (251) 232-2322 for more info.
When: 4-9 p.m., nightly starting Oct. 24
Where: Wales West RV Resort & Light Railway, 13670 Smiley St., Silverhill
Price: $25 per person, 2 and under free
