A Court of Splintered Harmony release party
A midnight book release celebration in The Book Cellar.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- Oct 26, 10:30 PM–Oct 27, 12:30 AM CT
- Good to know
- Book purchase required for admission
The local calendar, thoughtfully edited
Coastal Alabama events.
Concerts, festivals and local outings from Fairhope to the beaches. Find your next date below.
Reviewed October 30, 2026
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01
October 2026
A Time for Witches book club
Pinot & Pages discusses Madeline Martin’s novel.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 6–7 PM CT
Graham Creek’s Haunted Forest: Sinister Circus
An outdoor haunted trail at Graham Creek. Check the organizer’s ticket calendar for available sessions and weather updates.
- Where
- Graham Creek Nature Preserve · 23030 Wolf Bay Drive
- When
- 7–10 PM CT
- Admission
- October 28 is 18+; ID required
Midday Melodies
A free lunchtime concert beside the Heritage Park fountain. Bring a chair or blanket and lunch.
- Where
- Heritage Park
- When
- 11 AM–2 PM CT
- Lineup
- Tennessee Tim & Doug Drake
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
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM CT
- Lineup
- Emily Stuckey
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 CT
- Admission
- Free
Graham Creek’s Haunted Forest: Sinister Circus
An outdoor haunted trail at Graham Creek. Check the organizer’s ticket calendar for available sessions and weather updates.
- Where
- Graham Creek Nature Preserve · 23030 Wolf Bay Drive
- When
- 7–10 PM CT
- Admission
- Tickets required; check age guidance
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
Light Travelers at Page & Palette
Live music downstairs at Page & Palette.
- Where
- The Book Cellar, Fairhope
- When
- 6:30–7:30 PM CT
Stephen Sylvester at The Hope Farm
An evening of live music at The Hope Farm.
- Where
- The Hope Farm, Fairhope
- When
- 6–9 PM CT
Angela McClintock author signing
An afternoon author signing at the bookstore.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 1–3 PM CT
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 CT
- Admission
- Free
02
November 2026
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
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; confirm session times with ESAC
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 · 915 Nichols Avenue
- When
- 7–10 PM CT
- Admission
- $50 including tax and gratuity
Dog Man release party
Trivia, crafts, giveaways and a character photo-op celebrate the newest Dog Man release.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 5–6 PM CT
- Good to know
- One book purchase per family is required for admission
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
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 CT
- Admission
- General admission free
Experience the Oyster
Southern chefs celebrate Gulf oysters with creative dishes and entertainment at The Hangout.
- Where
- The Hangout (Saturday) · Zeke’s Restaurant (Friday VIP)
- When
- Nov 7 festival · 11:30 AM–5 PM CT
- Admission
- Ticket prices vary
- Good to know
- Nov 6 kickoff is a separate VIP event; see organizer
First Friday Art Walk / Plein Air Exhibition Opening
Celebrate Plein Air Fairhope at the gallery opening during First Friday.
- Where
- Eastern Shore Art Center, Fairhope
- When
- 6–8 PM CT
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–5 PM CT daily
- Admission
- Free · food and drinks separate
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 CT
- Admission
- $5 · ages 12 and under free
Willie Taylor author signing
Meet Montrose author and retired educator Willie Taylor during an afternoon signing at Fairhope’s independent bookstore.
- Where
- Page & Palette · 32 South Section Street
- When
- 1–3 PM CT
- Admission
- Free to attend · books available for purchase
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 Fido Fest
A free event open to everyone. No dog required.
- Where
- Waterfront Park, Orange Beach
- When
- 2–5 PM CT
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
03
December 2026
Daphne’s Annual Tree Lighting
An evening celebrating the start of the holiday season. See the City for location and program details.
- Where
- Daphne
- When
- 5–8 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
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 · marketplace 9 AM–2 PM CT
- Admission
- Free
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Check the venue’s current announcements for upcoming shows and visiting details before making plans.
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, 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, availability and weather plans can change. Use each event’s linked organizer page for the latest details before traveling.