With summer temperatures continuing to climb, now is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor concerts, community festivals and waterfront events before the peak heat of the season settles in. Across …
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With summer temperatures continuing to climb, now is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor concerts, community festivals and waterfront events before the peak heat of the season settles in.
Across Baldwin County residents and visitors can find plenty of ways to spend the weekend including live music on the bay, fishing tournaments, local markets and community fundraisers. Many of the events also highlight the region’s coastal culture, local food and outdoor recreation opportunities that draw crowds each summer. Whether looking for family-friendly entertainment or a reason to spend time outside with friends, there are events scheduled throughout the weekend across the area.
These events, along with many others happening throughout the region, appear on our Happenings pages as space permits and online at www.GulfCoastMedia.com/things-to-do-events. Most event coverage is published online in advance of the event, making it easier to plan ahead.
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What: The Eastern Shore Chamber Music Festival will present nine chamber music concerts over three weekends featuring performances at venues across the Eastern Shore including St. James Episcopal Church, the Baldwin County Performing Arts Center, St. Francis at the Point Anglican Church and the Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship. Friday and Saturday concerts begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday concerts begin at 2:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.escmf.org.
When: Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7
Where: Multiple venues across the Eastern Shore
Price: Free admission
What: The Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo will feature a three-day Captain’s Choice tournament with anglers competing in 30 categories including red snapper, catfish, billfish and spearfishing. The event also includes daily weigh-ins, live music, food, vendor booths, beach parties and an awards ceremony. Weigh-ins will be held Friday and Saturday from 2-6 p.m. at the Ole River Grill beach area. The awards ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Flora-Bama Yacht Club Stage. Registration is open and ticket sales end Thursday, June 4. For more information, visit www.florabama.com/fishing-rodeo.
When: Friday, June 5-Sunday, June 7
Where: Flora-Bama Ole River Grill beach area, 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola
Price: Ticketed event
What: Residents may bring dogs or cats to receive rabies vaccinations during the clinic hosted by the shelter. Pets must be restrained by their owners without assistance. The shelter also will be open for adoptions during the event. Payment for vaccinations must be made by cash or check.
When: Saturday, June 6, 9 a.m.-noon
Where: 15240 County Road 49, Summerdale
Price: Rabies vaccinations are $15
What: The Orange Beach Parks and Recreation Department will host a pop-up farmers market featuring farmers, growers and value-added vendors. Food and beverage trucks also will be on-site. Golf cart use is encouraged for residents. Additional parking will be available at the Orange Beach Library and Orange Beach Senior Center. In the event of inclement weather, the backup location will be the Orange Beach Community Center, 27235 Canal Road, Orange Beach.
When: Sunday, June 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Waterfront Park, 26425 Canal Road, Orange Beach
Price: Free admission
What: Camp Dixie Lutheran Outdoor Ministry will host a chicken dinner fundraiser to support its children’s summer camp ministry. Guests may dine in or take meals to go. The meal includes fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn and dessert. Produce for the June dinner will be sourced from local farms. For more information, visit www.campdixieministries.org/support/chicken-dinners/ or email director@campdixieministries.org.
When: Sunday, June 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Camp Dixie Lutheran Outdoor Ministry, 29711 Josephine Drive, Elberta
Price: $15
What: Drop Anchor Song Fest will host its inaugural benefit concert on the water featuring live music by East L.A. Fadeaway, fresh boatside oysters from Isle Dauphine and an award for the best boat at the event. Attendees are invited to arrive by boat, canoe, kayak, sailboat or yacht and anchor along Mobile Bay. The event benefits the Coastal Conservation Association of Alabama and supports awareness for local water conservation efforts. For more information, email americatickle@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, June 7, 2-6 p.m.
Where: Montrose Crescent, Fairhope
Price: Free admission
