Back-to-school season is almost here, but kids still have plenty of chances to make the most of the final days of summer.
This week’s lineup features creative activities, character-filled …
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Back-to-school season is almost here, but kids still have plenty of chances to make the most of the final days of summer.
This week’s lineup features creative activities, character-filled adventures and plenty of opportunities for young ones to laugh, play and make memories before the school routine returns.
From wrapping up summer reading with crafts and celebrations to stepping into a world of pirates and princesses, these events are packed with family-friendly fun. And with pancake decorating on the menu, kids can practice an important back-to-school skill: making breakfast disappear before the bus arrives.
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What: The Wharf will host an evening of family-friendly entertainment featuring DJ Matt, camel rides, cornhole, a reptile bus, face painting and more. Children can cool off in the Bubble Truck, including glow bubbles during the final 30 minutes. Spectra Laser Light Shows will follow throughout the evening. Guests are encouraged to bring swimsuits and towels for water activities. For more information, visit https://alwharf.com/events.
When: Thursday, July 30, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Main Street at The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach
Price: Free admission and parking; some activities cost $5-$10
What: Spanish Fort Public Library will celebrate the end of its summer reading program with an afternoon festival. Activities include balloons, face painting, a caricature artist and arts and crafts. The event marks the conclusion of the library's "Unearth a Story" summer reading program and is open to the community.
When: Thursday, July 30, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Spanish Fort Community Center, 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort
Price: Free admission
What: The Hangout will present an interactive Pirates and Princesses Breakfast Adventure Show featuring live themed entertainment, character interactions and photo opportunities. Admission includes an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet with biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and breakfast potatoes. Guests can also participate in the Golden Ticket Experience with exclusive VIP items. Doors open before each show and additional activities are included with admission.
When: Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 1-2, doors open at 8:45 a.m.; shows begin at 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
Where: The Hangout, 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
Price: Adults $19.99, children $9.99; children 5 and younger admitted free with a limit of two per paid adult
What: Ruby Slipper will celebrate the start of the school year with a special pancake brunch for children. Kids can decorate pancakes with a variety of edible toppings and create bookmarks to take back to school. Children will also receive a free kids pancake entrée with the purchase of an adult entrée while supplies last, with a limit of two children's entrées per adult purchase.
When: Monday, Aug. 3, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Ruby Slipper, 24151 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach
Price: Free activities; free kids pancake entrée with qualifying adult purchase while supplies last
