Orange Beach Locals Month
A month of community outings, arts and local offers. Some discounts are residents-only; check eligibility and each activity’s details.
- Where
- Across Orange Beach
- When
- November 1–30 · activity-specific times
The local calendar, thoughtfully edited
Coastal Alabama events.
Concerts, festivals and local outings from Fairhope to the beaches. Find your next date below.
Updated November 12, 2026
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Showing 56 upcoming events across Coastal Alabama.
All times are Central Time (CT). Dates include the year. Completed dates leave this list after their final local calendar day; check the organizer before heading out.
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01
November 2026
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
Fairhope Farmers Market
The fall market returns for its final scheduled Thursday with local produce, plants, pantry goods and handmade finds.
- Where
- Behind Fairhope Public Library · Bancroft Street at Magnolia Avenue
- When
- 2–5 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
Fairhope Film Festival
Four days of independent films in Fairhope. Consult the festival program for screenings and ticket options.
- Where
- Fairhope · venues vary by screening
- When
- Times vary by screening
Eagles and Ecosystems Nature Walk
A Gulf State Park naturalist leads a walk along Eagle Loop.
- Where
- Gulf State Park · Lakeview Trailhead, Refuge Road
- When
- 1 PM CT
Fairhope Film Festival Coffee Talks
Coffee Talks accompany the festival weekend; check the organizer for individual sessions.
- Where
- Page & Palette, Fairhope
- When
- November 13–15 · see organizer for session times
Christmas Jubilee
The Junior League of Mobile brings holiday vendors and gift shopping to the downtown convention center.
- Where
- Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center · Mobile
- When
- Friday 11 AM–7 PM; Saturday 10 AM–6 PM; Sunday 10 AM–5 PM CT
Ice Skating at The Wharf
Skate on real ice under the tent by Main Street. Admission includes skate rental; a waiver is required.
- Where
- The Wharf · Main Street and Wharf Lane, Orange Beach
- When
- Typically weekdays 4–10 PM, Saturdays 10 AM–10 PM and Sundays noon–8 PM CT. Holiday hours vary; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Missions Madness 5K Mud Run
A timed obstacle-filled 5K and a shorter two-mile fun run bring a muddy race morning to Graham Creek.
- Where
- Graham Creek Nature Preserve · 23030 Wolf Bay Drive
- When
- First 5K wave 8:30 AM CT
- Good to know
- 5K minimum age is 10; registration required
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 · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 6–8 PM CT
- Admission
- See organizer for current pricing and availability
Namaste by the Bay — free community yoga
Free community yoga by the bay during Locals Month.
- Where
- Orange Beach Waterfront Park
- When
- 9 AM CT
Orange Beach Locals Art Day
Explore a day dedicated to the arts. Some classes require preregistration and fees.
- Where
- Coastal Arts Center, Orange Beach
- When
- 10 AM–3 PM CT
Battleship 12K
A patriotic point-to-point road race crosses the bay and finishes beside the USS Alabama.
- Where
- Start near Old Spanish Trail · finish at Battleship Memorial Park
- When
- 8 AM CT
- Distance
- 12K · registration required
Brian Kilmeade author event
A discussion and signing for Uniting the States, followed by a signing line organized by ticket number.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 4–6 PM CT
- Admission
- Book purchase required for entry
Mobile Symphonic Pops concert
The Pops bring a free outdoor community concert to Spanish Fort.
- Where
- Spanish Fort Community Center Outdoor Pavilion · 7361 Spanish Fort Boulevard
- When
- 6–7 PM CT
- Bring
- A lawn chair or blanket
Frog Pond Sunday Social
Grayson Capps, Edward David Anderson, Owen Tufts (Big Daddy O) and Johnny Hayes perform, with Corky Hughes on guitar, lap steel and bass.
- Where
- The Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm · Silverhill
- When
- 2 PM CT · end time not announced
- Before you go
- Private outdoor house concert; confirmed guest-list reservation required. Bring your own chair and beverages; a covered dish is encouraged. Ask the host about admission and availability.
Fairhope Lighting of the Trees
Holiday music starts before the downtown trees light up. The celebration is free.
- Where
- Fairhope Avenue at Section Street · Downtown Fairhope
- When
- Music 5:30 PM; lights 6 PM CT
Fascinating Females of Fairhope Calendar Signing
Meet women featured in the 2027 calendar during the downtown lighting celebration. Calendar sales support Art with a Purpose.
- Where
- Outside Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 5:30–7:30 PM CT
Corks, Casks and Canvas
Fine-wine and bourbon tastings meet local art, a silent auction and a live auction in support of Eastern Shore Art Center programming.
- Where
- Eastern Shore Art Center · 401 Oak Street
- When
- November 20 · see the ticket page for the announced session time
- Admission
- Ticketed fundraiser
Magic Christmas in Lights
Bellingrath’s 65-acre gardens glow with handcrafted light displays, decorated rooms, live music and seasonal treats.
- Where
- Bellingrath Gardens & Home · Theodore
- When
- 5–9 PM CT · closed Nov 25–26, Dec 25 and Jan 1
- Tickets
- Event admission required
Robert Earl Keen
The Texas singer-songwriter headlines Fairhope's open-air concert series at Halstead Amphitheater.
- Where
- Halstead Amphitheater
- When
- First act 5 PM · headliner typically 7:30 PM CT
- Setting
- Outdoor lawn concert
Coastal Alabama Market Harvest Festival
Celebrate the season, shop for a Thanksgiving table and enjoy the Harvest Queen tradition at Foley’s year-round farmers and fishermen’s market.
- Where
- Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market · 781 Farmers Market Lane
- When
- 9 AM–2 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
Coastal Christmas Market
Two days of regional makers and gift vendors fill the Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf.
- Where
- Orange Beach Event Center · 4671 Wharf Parkway
- When
- 10 AM CT each day
- Admission
- To be announced by the organizer
Holiday Wines
A guided tasting moves from Austrian Grüner Veltliner to Burgundy, Beaujolais and Australian Cabernet.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 3–5 PM CT
- Admission
- $50 including tax and gratuity
Namaste by the Bay — free community yoga
Free community yoga by the bay during Locals Month.
- Where
- Orange Beach Waterfront Park
- When
- 9 AM CT
OWA Annual Tree Lighting
Downtown OWA opens its holiday season with the resort’s annual tree-lighting celebration.
- Where
- Downtown OWA · Foley
- When
- See OWA’s official schedule for ceremony time
- Admission
- Free to visit Downtown OWA
Very Merry Tree Walk
Stroll through festive trees decorated by OWA businesses throughout the holiday season.
- Where
- Downtown OWA · Foley
- When
- Nov 21–Dec 23 · public hours vary by day
- Admission
- Free
Bottle Creek Indian Mounds Excursion
Historic Blakeley State Park leads a boat trip and short hike to the mound complex. This cruise boards in Stockton, not at the Spanish Fort park entrance.
- Where
- Live Oak Landing · off Highway 225, north of I-65, Stockton
- When
- 9 AM–12:30 PM CT; arrive early to board
Fairhope Movie in the Street
An outdoor Christmas movie brings families together on Fairhope Avenue. Check the organizer listing for any weather updates.
- Where
- Fairhope Avenue · Downtown Fairhope
- When
- 6:30–8:30 PM CT
Fairhope Christmas Open House
Spend a holiday afternoon browsing downtown shops and finding gifts from local merchants.
- Where
- Downtown Fairhope
- When
- 1–5 PM CT
Page & Palette Holiday Open House Author Signings
Meet local authors at scheduled signing sessions throughout the day. The bookstore’s hours differ from the citywide afternoon open house.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 10 AM–5 PM CT
Pre-Thanksgiving Market
Shop for holiday ingredients and pick up preordered pies and other treats.
- Where
- Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market · 781 Farmers Market Lane, Foley
- When
- 9 AM–1 PM CT
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
Namaste by the Bay — free community yoga
Free community yoga by the bay during Locals Month.
- Where
- Orange Beach Waterfront Park
- When
- 9 AM CT
Fairhope Small Business Saturday
Explore downtown stores and support local merchants during this annual shopping tradition.
- Where
- Downtown Fairhope
- When
- Merchant hours vary
Frog Pond Sunday Social
Grayson Capps, Symone French, Camm Lewis and Scott T. Smith gather for an afternoon of original music, joined by Corky Hughes, Gram Rea and Frankie Crawford.
- Where
- The Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm · Silverhill
- When
- 2 PM CT · end time not announced
- Before you go
- Private outdoor house concert; confirmed guest-list reservation required. Bring your own chair and beverages; a covered dish is encouraged. Ask the host about admission and availability.
NAIA Men’s Soccer National Championship
The national championship final site brings college teams and their supporters to Orange Beach, with the title match on December 7.
- Where
- Orange Beach Sportsplex · Orange Beach
- When
- Match times vary by round
02
December 2026
Orange Beach Christmas Tree Lighting
The city’s free celebration includes performances, Santa, hot chocolate and a drone show.
- Where
- Main Street at The Wharf · Orange Beach
- When
- 5:30–6:30 PM CT
Daphne’s Annual Tree Lighting
An evening celebrating the start of the holiday season. The free celebration takes place at Daphne City Hall.
- Where
- Daphne City Hall · 1705 Main Street
- When
- 5–8 PM CT
Gulf Shores Community Christmas
City facilities host holiday activities, including carriage rides, crafts and photos with Santa.
- Where
- Multiple city facilities · tree lighting at Gulf Shores Public Library
- When
- Activities start 5:30 PM; tree lighting 5:45 PM CT
Fairhope’s Magical Christmas Parade
Fairhope’s annual Christmas parade through downtown.
- Where
- Downtown Fairhope
- When
- 6:30 PM CT
Christmas in the Park
Carols, the city tree lighting, Santa, cocoa and snacks open Foley’s holiday weekend.
- Where
- Heritage Park
- When
- 6 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
Daphne Christmas Parade
Floats, performers and community groups travel through Olde Towne Daphne for the city’s daytime holiday parade.
- Where
- Olde Towne Daphne
- When
- 11 AM–1 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
Foley Christmas Parade + Let It Snow
The downtown parade leads into a Heritage Park marketplace with children’s activities, live entertainment and Santa.
- Where
- Downtown Foley + Heritage Park
- When
- Parade 10 AM · Let It Snow 11 AM–2 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
Santa Saturday
Visit Santa outside the museum for a festive family photo stop downtown.
- Where
- In front of Fairhope History Museum · Section Street
- When
- 10:30 AM–noon CT
St. Lawrence Christmas Bazaar
Shop the indoor holiday bazaar with local vendors, family activities and seasonal food. Admission is free.
- Where
- St. Lawrence · 370 South Section Street, Fairhope
- When
- 9 AM–3 PM CT each day
Baldwin Pops Holiday Concert
The community orchestra performs holiday favorites in a free concert at the new high school performing arts center.
- Where
- Gulf Shores High School Performing Arts Center · 21656 Coastal Gateway Boulevard
- When
- 7 PM CT; first-come seating
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 · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 6–9 PM CT
- Admission
- $50 including tax and gratuity
Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas
The Joe Cool Trio performs Vince Guaraldi’s holiday score with special guest Jennifer Hartswick in a benefit for Mobile Baykeeper.
- Where
- Eastern Shore Art Center · 401 Oak Street
- When
- 7:30 PM CT
- Admission
- $50 advance
Holiday Breads classes
A small-format Bountiful Breads class covers holiday focaccia, seasonal sourdoughs and festive baking.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 11 AM–2 PM CT Saturday and Sunday
- Admission
- $95 including tax and gratuity
Santa Saturday
Visit Santa outside the museum for a festive family photo stop downtown.
- Where
- In front of Fairhope History Museum · Section Street
- When
- 10:30 AM–noon CT
Pete the Cat Christmas Storytime
A ticketed family storytime with crafts and a character photo opportunity. One book purchase per family is required.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 10–11 AM CT
Frog Pond Christmas Show
Grayson Capps, Will Kimbrough and The Marlow Boys celebrate the season, with Corky Hughes and Gram Rea.
- Where
- The Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm · Silverhill
- When
- 2 PM CT · end time not announced
- Before you go
- Private outdoor house concert; confirmed guest-list reservation required. Bring your own chair and beverages; a covered dish is encouraged. Ask the host about admission and availability.
Second Annual Jacob Hall 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
- See organizer for the evening’s set times
- Setting
- Outdoor lawn concert
Christmas Open House & Christkindlmarkt
A heritage-themed holiday market with artisan gifts, crafts, seasonal food and music.
- Where
- Baldwin County Heritage Museum · 25521 Highway 98, Elberta
- When
- 4–9 PM CT both days
Bûche Noel classes
Decorate a classic holiday cake with seasonal garnishes and take home recipes to recreate it.
- Where
- The Barn at The Hope Farm · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 11 AM–2 PM CT Saturday and Sunday
- Admission
- $95 including tax and gratuity
Make It to the Line Run & Walk
The Flora-Bama hosts a four-mile run/walk and a one-mile fun run the day after Christmas.
- Where
- Flora-Bama · 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Perdido Key
- When
- Races start 9 AM CT; race-day packet pickup 6:30–8:30 AM
03
January 2027
Mobile Mardi Gras Season
Visit Mobile has announced its Carnival window through Fat Tuesday. Individual parade times and routes are not yet confirmed in its schedule.
- Where
- Downtown Mobile and surrounding communities
- When
- Times vary by parade; Fat Tuesday is February 9
Big Beach Marathon Weekend
A Saturday 7K and Sunday marathon and half marathon bring runners through Gulf State Park’s paved trails.
- Where
- The Hangout · Gulf Shores
- When
- Saturday–Sunday · race-specific start times
- Distances
- 7K · half marathon · marathon
04
March 2027
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 CT
- Admission
- Free
The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
More than 120 exhibitors and a major in-water and land display make this one of the Northern Gulf’s biggest marine weekends.
- Where
- The Wharf · Orange Beach
- When
- Friday–Sunday · gates open at 10 AM CT
- Admission
- See organizer for ticket details
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
- 10K 8 AM · 2-mile run/walk 9:30 AM CT
- Distances
- 10K · 2-mile run/walk
05
May 2027
NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship
The nation’s top collegiate beach-volleyball teams compete for a national title on the sand at Gulf Place.
- Where
- Gulf Shores Main Public Beach · Gulf Place
- When
- Friday–Sunday · gates open before the first dual
- Tickets
- See organizer for admission details
Orange Beach Billfish Classic
The Eastern Gulf tournament circuit opens at The Wharf, with offshore teams returning for public evening weigh-ins and the awards finale.
- Where
- The Wharf · Orange Beach
- When
- Tournament week · public weigh-ins Friday and Saturday evenings
- Good to know
- Tournament organizer’s dates supersede older tourism listings
06
July 2027
Blue Marlin Grand Championship
Offshore sportfishing teams gather at The Wharf for this annual billfish tournament. The organizer lists these dates for the full event; daily weigh-in times are not yet confirmed here.
- Where
- The Wharf Marina · Orange Beach
- When
- Tournament and spectator times vary
Fairhope venues & recurring local life
The local layer
Local venue guide
For more local nights, classes and pop-ups in Fairhope and beyond, check the venues directly. Specific dated events are in the calendar above.
Silverhill · Chaunette’s local favorites
Frog Pond Social Club
One of my favorite hidden gems in the area for live music. If you’re exploring beyond Fairhope, put this Silverhill spot on your list.
The dated calendar above lists announced Sunday Socials and the Christmas Show. These private house concerts require a confirmed guest-list reservation.
See upcoming Frog Pond shows →Halstead Amphitheater
Live at Five
Bring a chair or blanket for Fairhope's open-air fall concert series on the Coastal Alabama Community College lawn.
Shows + tickets32 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.
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.
Restaurant music and special-event schedules change; see the venue for current listings.
See Barn events The weekly rhythm
Where locals keep showing up
- American Legion Post 199
- A waterfront Tiki Bar and beach stage beside Mobile Bay. Check the post’s current hours, public events and weather updates. 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
- A seasonal downtown market behind the Fairhope Public Library. Check the City’s schedule for its next date, hours and entertainment. 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.
Art Center events ↗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
Check each venue’s current announcements before making plans.
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
Heated and unheated yoga classes, workshops and teacher training. Check the studio’s current schedule.
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.
Markets & weekly shopping
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 Saturday market for fresh produce, Gulf seafood, baked goods and local crafts. Check the organizer for holiday or severe-weather changes.
- Hours
- 9 AM–2 PM CT
- 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 hosts local vendors and live entertainment Saturdays, 7:30 AM–noon CT. Confirm the City’s weather updates before visiting.
See fall market detailsSeasonal traditions & planning ahead
Plan farther ahead
The weekends that shape the year.
A seasonal overview, not a dated schedule. Use the upcoming calendar for announced dates and confirm with the organizer.
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 and marina weigh-ins anchor summer weekends. Memorial Day, July Fourth and Labor Day bring families to the beaches; Magnolia Springs also hosts a July Fourth parade.
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, the National Shrimp Festival, Elberta’s German Sausage Festival, the Greater Gulf State Fair, the Magnolia Run and birding outings bring visitors across the county.
Songwriters + races
Live music, culinary weekends and a Thanksgiving-weekend run.
Coastal Christmas
OWA, Foley, Fairhope and the beaches light up for the holidays. Spanish Fort’s Christmas in the Fort, Magnolia Springs’ Christmas in the Park, and the coastal lighted boat parade are also seasonal traditions; check the dated calendar for confirmed dates.
Fairhope New Year’s Eve Festival
Alabama Tourism lists December 31, 2026, 8:30 PM to January 1, 2027, 12:30 AM CT. Current City organizer confirmation is still pending; confirm before making plans.
Check the tourism listing ↗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, availability and weather plans can change. Use each event’s linked organizer page for the latest details before traveling.