Halstead Amphitheater · gates at 5 PM
Live at Five
Bring a chair or blanket for Fairhope's open-air fall concert series on the Coastal Alabama Community College lawn.
- Sammy Kershaw
- Robert Earl Keen
- 2nd Annual Memorial Jam
The local calendar, thoughtfully edited
Coastal Alabama,
on the calendar.
What to do next—and what to plan around—in Fairhope, Daphne, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and the communities in between.
Updated October 12, 2026
Now through spring 2027
Pick a date.
Find your place.
From Fairhope's neighborhood favorites to weekends that fill the coast, this guide brings the most useful details together in one place. Choose an area to narrow the calendar.
Showing all 32 upcoming events.
The local layer
Fairhope,
after the festivals.
The events locals put on their own calendars: amphitheater concerts, author nights, beach-stage music, tasting dinners, races and volunteer days.
32 South Section Street
Page & Palette + The Book Cellar
Fairhope's independent bookstore turns evenings into author conversations, book clubs, release parties and live music downstairs.
- Lars Anderson 6:30 PM
- Matt Kessler
- Wayne Miller signing
- Ariel Lawhon ticketed
- Jeanie Thompson + Larry Mitchell
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid release party
- M.K. Weber signing
- A Court of Splintered Harmony midnight release
- A Time for Witches Pinot & Pages
- Angela McClintock signing
Book Cellar live music: Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays.
See the event calendar 915 Nichols Avenue
The Barn at The Hope Farm
Small-format chef dinners, guided wine classes and creative pairings make The Barn one of Fairhope's most interesting event rooms.
- Buffalo Trace Bourbon Dinner
- Comparing Oregon Pinots
- Small Vines Wine Dinner
- Holiday Wines + Moody Tongue Dinner
- Tropical Christmas Party
Live this week at The Hope Farm: Jacob Brock Oct 15, Gabe Willis Oct 16, Brigham Cason Oct 17 and Wojo Music Oct 18.
See Barn events The weekly rhythm
Where locals keep showing up
- American Legion Post 199
- The public Tiki Bar opens Tuesday–Friday at 4 PM and Saturday–Sunday at 2 PM, weather and entertainment permitting, with the beach stage beside Mobile Bay. Post + Tiki updates ↗
- Fairhope Brewing Company
- Weekend live music, rotating food trucks and a relaxed, dog- and family-friendly taproom. Fairhope taproom calendar ↗
- Fairhope Farmers Market
- Thursday, Oct 15, 2–6 PM, behind the Fairhope Public Library; Stephen Sylvester plays 3–5 PM and children's story time begins at 4 PM. Market schedule ↗
401 Oak Street · art all month
Eastern Shore Art Center
Exhibitions, classes and First Friday turn the Art Center into a dependable local gathering place—not just a festival-weekend stop.
- Plein Air Fairhope · artists painting around town
- First Friday exhibition 6–8 PM · Free
- All-ages Quick Draw 10 AM–noon
The rolling local calendar
Downtown, after five
Many of Fairhope's most local nights are announced on short lead times. This is the downtown circuit we check for music, trivia, tastings, classes, pop-ups and game-day gatherings.
ProvisionLocalsMonkey BarTongue & GrooveLa MartinaFairhope Social Club
Schedules rotate. Confirmed public dates move into the calendar below.
More than a headline calendar
The places that make an ordinary week feel local.
We follow the small rooms, studios and merchants where Fairhope's next class, tasting, art night or neighborhood gathering is most likely to appear.
The Apiary
A creative event space and seasonal art-show setting on North Bancroft.
Soul Shine Yoga
More than 30 weekly heated and unheated classes, plus workshops and teacher training.
Mr. Gene's Beans
A familiar De La Mare stop woven into street festivals, art walks and after-dinner strolls.
Downtown Fairhope
Girls Night Out, seasonal celebrations and shop-led happenings from the Downtown Fairhope Business Association.
MAR 20, 2027Spring Fever Chase10K + 2-mile run/walk through downtownRegister ↗
SPRINGTheater on the BluffEastern Shore Repertory Theatre under the oaks
LATE SPRINGGrandman TriathlonSwim, bike and run from the Fairhope bayfront2027 race alerts ↗
YEAR-ROUNDBaldwin PopsFree public concerts around Baldwin County
SEPTEMBERAlabama Coastal CleanupFairhope and Mobile Bay volunteer sitesVolunteer + sites ↗
Shop the coast locally
Markets worth
planning around.
Fresh Gulf seafood, Baldwin-grown produce and handmade work—plus the official schedule before you make the drive.
Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market
A year-round, rain-or-shine market for fresh produce, Gulf seafood, baked goods and local crafts.
- Hours
- 9 AM–2 PM
- Where
- 781 Farmer Market Lane
Mobile Bay Maker's Market
Five seasons of local makers, artists, growers and small businesses made this a favorite Eastern Shore stop. Organizers have paused the planned September return while selecting a new location.
Check return updatesFall Market in the Park
Cathedral Square fills with farmers, seafood vendors, bakers, artists and live entertainment every Saturday from 7:30 AM to noon.
See fall market details01
October
The coast’s fullest festival month.
14–28OCT
Midday Melodies
Free lunchtime concerts return to the fountain at Heritage Park every Wednesday through October 28. Bring a chair or blanket and pick up lunch downtown.
- Where
- Heritage Park
- When
- Wednesdays · 11 AM–2 PM
- Lineup
- Dan Lee · This Side of 49 · Tennessee Tim & Doug Drake
15–29OCT
Brown Bag by the Bay
Daphne's free Thursday lunchtime concerts continue beside Mobile Bay with a different local performer each week.
- Where
- May Day Park
- When
- Thursdays · 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
- Lineup
- Raul & Eden · Remaining Nameless · Emily Stuckey
15OCT
Fairhope Farmers Market
Shop local produce and makers behind the library, then stay for live music and children's story time.
- Where
- Bancroft Street + Magnolia Avenue
- When
- 2–6 PM
- Extras
- Stephen Sylvester 3–5 PM · story time 4 PM
15OCT
Buffalo Trace Bourbon Dinner
The Barn pairs Buffalo Trace selections with a four-course dinner in an intimate two-hour tasting format.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 6–8 PM
- Admission
- $175 including tax and gratuity
17OCT
Magnolia Springs Firefighter Festival
A beloved fundraiser under the oaks with local bands, arts and crafts, children’s activities and food.
- Where
- 14809 Gates Avenue
- When
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Admission
- Free
17OCT
Comparing Oregon Pinots
A guided afternoon tasting explores Oregon Pinot styles as part of The Hope Farm's Wine Education Series.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 3–5 PM
- Admission
- $50 including tax and gratuity
17–18OCT
Jubilee Festival of Arts
Daphne’s signature arts weekend features more than 140 artists, free children’s art, entertainment and food trucks at Lott Park.
- Where
- Lott Park
- When
- Sat 10–5 · Sun 10–4
- Admission
- Free
18OCT
Sunday Sunset Concert
Everybody's Here performs a free early-evening set in Olde Towne Daphne as the fall concert series returns to W.O. Lott Park.
- Where
- W.O. Lott Park
- When
- 4:30–6 PM
- Admission
- Free
17–18OCT
Blue Angel Classic Soccer Tournament
A regional youth soccer weekend brings teams and families to the Foley Sports Tourism Complex.
- Where
- Foley Sports Tourism Complex
- When
- October 17–18
- Plan for
- Team travel across central Baldwin
17–30OCT
Graham Creek's Haunted Forest
A wagon ride delivers guests to a one-third-mile walk through a themed haunted forest at the nature preserve. The experience is designed for ages 8 and older.
- Where
- Graham Creek Nature Preserve · 23030 Wolf Bay Drive
- Remaining nights
- Oct 17, 24, 28 & 30
- When
- 7–10 PM
21–25OCT
Parrot Heads in Paradise
Meeting of the Minds brings trop-rock concerts and themed gatherings to The Hangout, LuLu’s, Flora-Bama and other coastal venues.
- Main stage
- The Hangout
- When
- October 21–25
- Admission
- Registration and day passes available
23OCT
Sammy Kershaw
Live at Five brings country music to the lawn at Halstead Amphitheater for a relaxed Friday evening outdoors.
- Where
- Halstead Amphitheater
- When
- Gates 5 PM · headliner about 7:30 PM
- Bring
- Blanket or low-backed chair
24OCT
Skippin & Sippin PHun Walk
A breast-cancer support fundraiser begins and ends at LuLu's, followed by a toast, lunch, awards and a second-line celebration.
- Where
- LuLu's Gulf Shores
- When
- Walk 9 AM · check-in 7:45 AM
- Good to know
- The former 5K is a walk just under one mile for 2026
24OCT
Foley Witches Ride
A costumed bicycle ride rolls through downtown and ends with a public after-party, music and food trucks at Heritage Park.
- Where
- Downtown Foley + Heritage Park
- When
- 5–10 PM
- Ride
- Women 21+ · public after-party admission available
29OCT
Hometown Halloween
Downtown streets close for an evening of games, prizes and Foley's highly anticipated costume contest.
- Where
- Downtown Foley · 104 N McKenzie Street
- When
- 5:30–8 PM
- Admission
- Free
30–8OCT–NOV
Greater Gulf State Fair
Ten days of midway rides, fair food, live music, livestock shows and family entertainment draw visitors from across the region.
- Where
- The Grounds · 1035 Cody Road North
- When
- October 30–November 8
- Finale
- Rodeo closes the fair November 8
31OCT
Original German Sausage Festival
German food, arts and crafts, carnival rides and live music take over Elberta Town Park for this Baldwin County tradition.
- Where
- Elberta Town Park
- When
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Admission
- Free
02
November
Art, music, food and a holiday-weekend finish.
2–7NOV
Plein Air Fairhope
Sixty artists paint Fairhope throughout the week, turning sidewalks and waterfront views into an open-air studio.
- Where
- Across Fairhope + Eastern Shore Art Center
- Free events
- First Friday exhibit Nov 6 · Quick Draw Nov 7
- Exhibit
- Artwork remains on view through December 18
3NOV
Small Vines Wine Dinner
A five-course dinner at The Barn is paired with small-production wines for an intimate culinary evening.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 7–10 PM
- Admission
- $150 including tax and gratuity
5–15NOV
Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival
More than 200 acclaimed and emerging songwriters perform at intimate venues and share the stories behind the songs.
- Where
- Alabama–Florida Gulf Coast venues
- When
- November 5–15
- Admission
- Varies by venue
6–7NOV
Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show
The Blue Angels return home for two days of flight demonstrations and military aviation displays—a major weekend draw for the wider coast.
- Where
- NAS Pensacola
- When
- Gates 8 AM · show 9:30 AM
- Admission
- General admission free
6–7NOV
Experience the Oyster
Southern chefs celebrate Gulf oysters with creative dishes and entertainment at The Hangout.
- Where
- The Hangout
- When
- November 6–7
- Admission
- Ticket prices vary
7–8NOV
Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Food trucks, craft beer and lawn games turn Gulf Place into an easygoing weekend gathering.
- Where
- Gulf Place
- When
- 11 AM daily
- Admission
- Free · food and drinks separate
7–8NOV
Tacos & Tequila Festival
The weather-delayed festival now brings tacos, live music, arts and crafts, contests and family activities to Heritage Park in November.
- Where
- Foley Heritage Park
- When
- 10 AM–6 PM daily
- Admission
- $5 · ages 12 and under free
20NOV
Robert Earl Keen
The Texas singer-songwriter headlines Fairhope's open-air concert series at Halstead Amphitheater.
- Where
- Halstead Amphitheater
- When
- Gates 5 PM · headliner about 7:30 PM
- Setting
- Outdoor lawn concert
21NOV
Holiday Wines
A guided tasting moves from Austrian Grüner Veltliner to Burgundy, Beaujolais and Australian Cabernet.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 3–5 PM
- Admission
- $50 including tax and gratuity
21NOV
Moody Tongue x The Hope Farm
A four-course wine-and-beer dinner pairs the restaurant's kitchen with beers from Michelin-starred Moody Tongue.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 6–8 PM
- Admission
- $100 including tax and gratuity
28NOV
Coastal Half Marathon, 5K & 1 Mile
A post-Thanksgiving race day pairs three family-friendly distances with a scenic course through the Backcountry Trail.
- Where
- Orange Beach Sportsplex
- When
- November 28
- Admission
- Registration prices vary
03
December
Festive dinners and music with a Fairhope point of view.
11DEC
Tropical Christmas Party
The Barn trades winter formality for a fire dancer, tropical food and drinks, and a whole-roasted pig.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm
- When
- 6–9 PM
- Admission
- $150 including tax and gratuity
18DEC
2nd Annual Memorial Jam
Live at Five closes its fall season with a community-minded evening of music on the Halstead Amphitheater lawn.
- Where
- Halstead Amphitheater
- When
- Gates 5 PM
- Setting
- Outdoor lawn concert
04
March 2027
Fairhope's landmark arts weekend and a favorite race morning.
19–21MAR
Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival
More than 200 artists, handmade work, live entertainment and family activities fill downtown for the festival's diamond anniversary.
- Where
- Downtown Fairhope
- When
- Friday–Sunday · 10 AM–5 PM
- Admission
- Free
20MAR
49th Spring Fever Chase
The 10K and 2-mile fun run/walk wind through downtown Fairhope and overlook Mobile Bay while supporting Baldwin County schools.
- Where
- Downtown Fairhope
- When
- 8 AM
- Distances
- 10K · 2-mile run/walk
Plan farther ahead
The weekends that shape the year.
The recurring traditions, tournaments and travel periods that keep Coastal Alabama moving from one season to the next.
Mardi Gras season
Parades and balls across Mobile, Fairhope, Daphne and the beaches.
Spring Fever + Arts & Crafts
The 75th Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival and the Spring Fever Chase create one of the city's biggest spring weekends.
Plan the festival ↗Theater on the Bluff
Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre stages a family production beneath the oaks overlooking Mobile Bay.
Grandman Triathlon
A swim, bike and run from the Fairhope bayfront, plus BirdFest and Mullet Toss weekends around the wider coast.
Get 2027 race alerts ↗Baldwin Pops + team travel
Free community concerts join volleyball, soccer, baseball and softball weekends.
Fishing + holiday weeks
Billfish tournaments, weigh-ins and the coast’s biggest family getaways.
Alabama Coastal Cleanup
Neighbors gather at Fairhope and Mobile Bay sites for Alabama's largest annual volunteer event.
Volunteer + choose a site ↗Festival + concert season
Live at Five, Shrimp Festival, arts, food and cooler-weather weekends across the county.
Songwriters + races
Live music, culinary weekends and a Thanksgiving-weekend run.
Coastal Christmas
OWA, Foley, Fairhope and waterfront communities light up for the holidays.
Carnival on the coast
Planning for Mardi Gras?
See parades by city, route information, parking plans and practical family tips.
Get to know the places behind the calendar.
Browse Fairhope and Daphne, the quieter settings of Point Clear and Montrose, or plan time in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The Mardi Gras guide and Gulf Coast storm plan remain useful beyond a single event date.
Dates and weather-related plans can change. Check each organizer’s linked official source before traveling; past dates are historical references, not upcoming invitations.