Ready to fall into a weekend full of fun? This weekend, Baldwin County and the surrounding area will offer plenty of ways to get out, make memories and celebrate the season. Families can get into the …
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Ready to fall into a weekend full of fun?
This weekend, Baldwin County and the surrounding area will offer plenty of ways to get out, make memories and celebrate the season. Families can get into the Halloween spirit with trick-or-treating, costume contests, pirate adventures and plenty of spooky fun, while rodeo fans can saddle up for two nights of action in Bay Minette. Those looking for a groovier vibe can head to Pensacola for a hippie festival filled with live music, tie-dye, art and good vibes. Plant lovers can get their hands dirty browsing thousands of houseplants, wooden boat enthusiasts can admire classic vessels and music fans can enjoy live bands, German fare and a little Oktoberfest cheer. If you prefer your fall festivities with a touch of elegance, raise a glass at a garden fundraiser featuring wine, art and live music or take in a hauntingly good ballet performance of “Dracula.”
Whether you’re hunting for treats, treasures or your next favorite plant, there’s no reason to let this weekend ghost you by.
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 Foley Sister Cities Commission and title sponsor Riviera Utilities will host the inaugural Foley Sister Cities Oktoberfest Golf Jamboree. Golf teams and major sponsorships are sold out, but tickets remain available to the public for the evening Oktoberfest celebration. The event will feature authentic German food and beverages along with a live seven-piece German band. Proceeds from the celebration will support Foley Sister Cities projects and ongoing exchange programs.
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 5-9 p.m.
Where: GlenLakes Golf Club, Foley
Price: $35
What: The second annual Grit, Gold & Glory Pro Rodeo will bring two nights of professional rodeo action, live music, food and family entertainment to Bay Minette while raising funds for FFA students at Elberta High School and Fairhope High School. Proceeds will help students access leadership development, agricultural education, competitions, conventions, career-development opportunities and hands-on experiences. Families are encouraged to arrive early for entertainment from the Justin Howard Band, food and activities before the rodeo begins. Friday's festivities will include Mutton Bustin', giving young competitors a chance to enter the arena. Saturday will feature Rodeo Queen appearances and a patriotic “Merica” theme night. A Kid Zone will offer pony rides, face painting and bounce houses, with food and drink vendors available throughout the evening. Sponsorship opportunities remain available for businesses and individuals interested in supporting the event and local FFA students.
When: Friday-Saturday, Oct. 23-24, gates open at 6 p.m. and rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. both nights
Where: Carol Hodgson Arena, Bay Minette
Price: Visit https://gofan.co/event/6882035 to purchase
What: The Baldwin County Heritage Museum will host a pirate-themed evening of Halloween fun, shopping, food and family entertainment. Activities will include trick-or-treating along Vendor Row, pirate-themed games, a costume contest, kids activities, fall market vendors and seasonal photo opportunities. Guests can shop for handmade crafts, seasonal decor, boutique items, baked goods, artisan products and gifts while enjoying a festive atmosphere throughout the museum grounds. Special guest Frankenstein of the Gulf Coast will also attend. Food truck vendors will include award-winning Royal Eats and Lucky Lemon, an award-winning grand champion. Admission includes entry to the event, kids activities, entertainment and participation in the costume contest. Guests are encouraged to wear pirate, Halloween or family-themed costumes. Vendor, sponsor, food truck and volunteer opportunities are available. Tickets can be purchased at www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bchm-haunted-forest-family-night.
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Baldwin County Heritage Museum, 25521 U.S. 98, Elberta
Price: $10 per person
What: Plantmania will return to the Alabama Gulf Coast for a two-day indoor plant show featuring thousands of rare, exotic and popular houseplants from growers around the world. The event will bring together plant enthusiasts, collectors and experts to explore a wide variety of plants and share their interest in gardening and collecting. General admission tickets can be purchased online or at the door, while VIP tickets must be purchased in advance. Children 12 and younger receive free admission. For tickets and additional information, visit https://plantmaniaexpo.com.
When: Friday-Saturday, Oct. 23-24. Friday VIP shopping is 8-10 a.m., general admission is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday general admission is 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Daphne Civic Center, 2603 U.S. 98, Daphne
Price: Tickets start at $15. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. VIP ticket prices were not provided.
What: Boo Bash by the Bay will bring a day of Halloween fun, live entertainment, shopping and family activities to USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. The event will feature more than 70 vendors and food trucks, three live bands, trick-or-treating, inflatables, balloon twisting, games, activities, giveaways and entertainment throughout the day. Families can participate in costume contests for kids, adults and pets. The event also will feature adoptable dogs from City of Mobile Animal Services. Boo Bash is pet-friendly, with well-behaved, leashed pets welcome to attend and participate in the pet costume contest. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to enjoy the day's live entertainment. Each ticket purchased automatically provides one entry into a giveaway for two pit tickets to see The Red Clay Strays in Mobile on March 27, with a prize value of approximately $500. Additional giveaway entries can be purchased and multiple entries are allowed. The winner will be announced at Boo Bash and does not have to be present to win. A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Hunter's Heart Foundation and its Angel Tree program. The event also will feature and support local nonprofit organizations and community partners. For more information, contact Event South Alabama at (251) 220-5515 or eventsouthalabama@gmail.com. Tickets are available at www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=30674.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile
Price: $10 per person. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. Parking is $5 per vehicle.
What: The Pensacola Hippie Festival will bring a free, family-friendly celebration of peace, love, art, music, food and community to downtown Pensacola. Inspired by the spirit of peace, love and togetherness, the festival will feature live music, artisan vendors, vintage treasures, food vendors, tie-dye, drum circles, colorful fashion, interactive experiences, intuitive and tarot readers, wellness vendors and face painting. Visitors can browse handmade art and crafts, explore the Hippie Marketplace and Vintage Village, enjoy sweet treats and take part in family-friendly activities beneath the oak trees of Seville Square. Attendees are encouraged to wear tie-dye, flower crowns, bell-bottoms, fringe, peace signs and other groovy outfits. The festival welcomes people of all ages and will take place rain or shine. For more information, call (850) 941-4321 or visit https://pensacolahippiefest.com or www.pensacolaexpo.com.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Seville Square, 331 E. Government St., Pensacola
Price: Free admission
What: The third annual Causeway Classic Wooden Boat Show will bring wooden boat owners, collectors and community members together to celebrate classic wooden vessels while raising funds for the Child Advocacy Center of Mobile. All proceeds will benefit the nonprofit, which provides safety, healing and justice for victims of child abuse in Mobile County by bringing law enforcement, medical professionals and counselors together in a child-friendly environment. The event has grown each year, raising a little more than $16,000 for the center during last year's show. Organizers will sell short-sleeve, long-sleeve and dry-fit shirts as well as hats. Artist Devlin Wilson will sign 100 limited-edition numbered prints of his original painting, with proceeds benefiting the center. Wooden boat owners interested in entering the show can contact Chan Flowers at (251) 533-3486 for details and registration.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Bluegill Restaurant, 3775 Battleship Parkway, Spanish Fort
Price: $10 admission at the door
What: Mobile Ballet will kick off its 2026-2027 season with a new production of “Dracula,” inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic tale. The one-night-only performance brings the gothic drama to life through classical and contemporary ballet, digital projections and special effects. The story follows a count, his three brides and the eternal pull between light and darkness in a production designed to be spellbinding rather than scary. Raul Peinado, who danced as Dracula with Mobile Ballet in 2014, returns as guest choreographer. Daniel Benavides will perform the title role, with Israel Rodriguez as Van Helsing, Andres Castillo as Jonathan Harker and Mobile Ballet Company dancers Natalie Crepeau and Aubree Cate Joiner as Lucy and Mina. Felipe Valentini, Zion Harris, Jackson Borowski and Humberto Ramazzina will perform as the Four Suitors, with remaining roles danced by members of the company. Individual performance tickets range from $25 to $69. Season ticket packages covering all three productions range from $65 to $186. Before the performance, guests can attend Bite Before the Ballet from 5:30-7 p.m. at Mobile Arts Council’s Room 1927, adjacent to the Saenger Theatre. Sponsored by Aloha Hospitality, the pre-show reception will feature savory bites, sweet treats, themed cocktails, a meet-and-greet with cast members and a contest for the best Dracula-inspired attire. Tickets for the reception are $75 per person. For tickets and more information, visit www.mobileballet.org/performances.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, reception from 5:30-7 p.m. and performance at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Saenger Theatre, 6 S. Joachim St., Mobile. Pre-show reception at Mobile Arts Council’s Room 1927, adjacent to the theater
Price: Performance tickets range from $25 to $69. Season ticket packages range from $65 to $186. Pre-show reception tickets are $75 per person.
What: The Magnolia Springs Garden Club will host its third annual Meet ’Em in the Arboretum Fall Fundraiser at The Springs Arboretum & Gardens. The afternoon will feature wine, hors d'oeuvres, live music by Garrett Howell, a silent auction, raffled floral arrangements and fellowship in a garden setting. New this year, the silent auction will feature artwork donated by local artists, including a piece by Foley artist Ragan Windsor. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, two wine or beer tickets, live music and the afternoon's festivities. They are available at Jesse's in Magnolia Springs and Page and Palette in Fairhope, as well as online at www.magnoliaspringsgardenclub.net. Tickets may be held at the door. The fundraiser supports the continued growth, maintenance and preservation of The Springs Arboretum & Gardens, a community project of the Magnolia Springs Garden Club in partnership with the Town of Magnolia Springs and local sponsors. Recent improvements include expanded native plant and pollinator gardens, improved maintenance and parking, donated artwork and efforts to create a welcoming place for the community to connect with nature and learn about the local environment. Future plans include additional lighting, outdoor community venues, improved parking and signage. Funds raised support year-round maintenance, native trees and shrubs, pollinator gardens, educational programs, website development and event promotion, community events, future improvements and free public access. Baldwin County Sewer Service is the title sponsor. The Magnolia Springs Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and tax-deductible sponsorship opportunities are available to support the gardens and educational programs. For tickets, sponsorship information or additional details, contact Kathryn McFadden at (318) 347-1338 or visit www.magnoliaspringsgardenclub.net.
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m.
Where: The Springs Arboretum & Gardens, 14819 Spring St., Magnolia Springs
Price: $50 per person
