Events in Fairhope today

A bustling market showcases talented artisans, local flavors, and live music, all set amid the charm of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. More than 150 vendors span multiple buildings, including a newly added one, with outdoor tents providing extra space to explore. Find handmade pottery, woodwork, glass art, textiles, home decor, jewelry, and more from Nova Scotian makers. Enjoy baked goods, fudge, nuts, specialty foods, beverages, food truck favorites, and local wines, with food trucks available both days. Admission includes a weekend pass bracelet. Only service dogs are permitted inside buildings. Cash is recommended for an easier shopping experience. For more information, email Sabcreationkey50@gmail.com.

Chicken Swap is an opportunity to buy, sell, and trade at the Elberta Farmers Co-Op.

The 10th annual Bras Across the CAUSEway 5K and Festival at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park features a timed 5K that can be run or walked, a family-friendly one mile fun run, and a virtual option, plus event shirts to show support. Proceeds benefit Bras Across the CAUSEway’s patient assistance program, offering local breast cancer patients practical help with fuel and food costs, copays, medical bills not covered, rent, utilities, and other essentials. Runners, walkers, people cheering from the sidelines, and volunteers come together for a community-focused effort that turns every mile into meaningful support.

Antique Emporium in Mobile, Alabama marks its first year with a haunted anniversary celebration featuring storewide vendor specials, spooky snacks, and eerie surprises throughout the mall. A centerpiece of the day features antiques and vintage pieces associated with ghostly apparitions, with the spirits sharing the strange stories behind their hauntings when those items are found. This one-day occasion combines an antique mall celebration with a supernatural theme across the entire store.

Historian, librarian, and writer Alan Samry leads a presentation titled Mapping Fairhope at Foley Community Library. Seating is limited to 42, so advance reservations are required by emailing BaldwinGenealogy@gmail.com. When requesting a seat, include the meeting date or topic along with your name and contact information. Registration will close once capacity is reached.

This event features Crown Stock, Pure Stock, Street Stock, Legacy, and Outlaw.

The first fall Super Second Saturday features lunch from Bean & Bistro, a DIY class led by Robin, and live music from David Ellis. Expect door prizes, a raffle giveaway, and storewide savings. Costumes are encouraged.

This Saturday-only storytime at Daphne Public Library features group singing, shared read-alouds, and a hands-on craft for a fun weekend experience.

Enjoy lively music, opportunities to dance, and time to connect with others in a friendly setting. The gathering is alcohol free and smoke free.

Take part in a One Piece trading card game Win-A-Box event run in constructed Standard format. Entry is $20 and the field is capped at 18 players with a strict limit on seats. Pre-registration is recommended to secure a spot. You can sign up in advance by stopping by the shop or reaching out by phone or message before capacity is reached. Remember to bring your deck and your Don!! cards.

Boo Bash is a yearly fall festival that supports Corpus Christi School. The celebration includes trunk-or-treat and a chili cook-off, now in its second year. Friends can form a team to enter the competition and compete for a grand prize.

A hands-on workshop focused on mounting a staghorn fern onto cork bark, with step by step guidance from preparing materials to securing the plant and learning proper care. The setting is relaxed and beginner friendly, all supplies are included, and no prior experience is needed. Participants leave with a distinctive living display ready to showcase at home. Tickets are required and seating is limited, so purchasing in advance is recommended because sessions often sell out. Guests may bring their own beverages, and snacks are provided.

The courtyard features live music from The FreeRadicals. El Torito Mexican Restaurant will be serving from its food truck, and the Atrium bar will be open. Admission is free, and the nursery will remain open for shopping during the event.

Enjoy a live performance from Saucy FuzZ.

NFL Sunday Ticket at Groovy Goat OWA features food and drink specials. Beer pitchers are $8.50. Bottles of champagne include a mimosa mixer for $10. All you can eat wings are $25. The appetizer sampler includes five selections for $19.50.

Hosted at The Pillars, this community market spotlights local farmers, artisans, bakers, crafters, and artists. It blends shopping with entertainment, featuring a large LED wall that displays Alabama football games or themed movies as you browse. Live music is part of every market. Holiday and themed editions add extra flair with expanded immersive decor, plus gift baskets and special giveaways. Vendors and guests can look forward to a small business showcase with broad appeal.

Flea market vendors set up every Sunday, unless otherwise noted, creating a laid-back marketplace with a little bit of everything. Browse for bites to eat, vintage clothing, classic toys, and plenty of finds in between.

A gentle gathering at Village Therapy Collective welcomes mothers who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Connect with others who understand, create a candle to take home in honor of your baby, and be part of the annual International Wave of Light, a global remembrance where candles are lit around the world. The format is come and go, and there is no cost to attend. To preserve a supportive environment, this is a child free space, including infants.

Learn how to mount a staghorn fern to cork bark in an interactive session that covers everything from gathering materials to proper attachment and ongoing care. Designed with beginners in mind, the workshop offers a relaxed, welcoming pace, and each participant leaves with a one of a kind living piece ready to display at home. Materials are provided and no prior experience is needed. Admission requires a ticket and capacity is limited, so advance purchase is recommended, as sessions like this frequently sell out. Guests may bring their own beverages, and snacks will be available.

Lee Yankie brings a lively, toe-tapping performance to Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores.

Enjoy casual Gundam Trading Card Game open play at Gulf Coast Hobby. This recurring gathering welcomes both seasoned pilots and brand new players. Bring a deck for friendly matches, trade cards with the community, and fine tune your builds in a relaxed setting. The focus is on connection, learning, and experimentation rather than formal competition.

Teams gather for Trivia Night on The Deck at Gelato Joe’s, testing their knowledge in a lively setting with good food and cold drinks. Expect friendly competition from start to finish and see which team takes the win.

Digimon enthusiasts meet for a weekly play night at Gulf Coast Hobby, bringing the community together for the Trading Card Game. The event is open to seasoned Tamers with competitive decks as well as beginners who are learning the rules. Players should bring their decks and memory gauges. Sign-ups close shortly before play begins.

Local instructor Giorgi Di Lemis leads a free three-week series at Fairhope Public Library focused on Italian language and culture. Each session explores conversation skills along with topics such as geography, history, music, poetry, film, and practical guidance for travelers. Advance registration is required, and attendees are asked to arrive ready to participate. To sign up, visit the Reference desk or call 251-929-1464.

A weekly walking meetup brings sociable dogs and their people together to explore downtown Mobile. The group follows a planned loop that starts at a brewery, goes through Cathedral Square, and returns to the starting point while staying on sidewalks. Since the walk takes place within an Entertainment District, bringing a cold drink along is encouraged.

This fishing seminar series welcomes anglers of all experience levels to build skills and confidence. Sessions cover species such as red snapper and tarpon, offshore trolling, deep drop jigging, and practical strategies for winter inshore fishing. Participants receive hands-on guidance from local pros, learn proven techniques, and have opportunities to network with fellow fishing enthusiasts. Attendance is free, registration is required, and space is limited.

John Allen performs on the stage at Tacky.

Build confidence in caring for a new baby with a class that reviews newborn care essentials, including car seat safety. Receive instruction in infant CPR and what to do in a choking emergency, with content suited to expectant parents and those shortly after birth.

Enjoy live music by Joshua Ward.

Free art lessons welcome anyone who has ever thought drawing was out of reach. Discover the joy and calming benefits of pencil drawing as you bring a blank page to life. It is never too late to begin. Instruction is provided by acclaimed artist Derek Norman.

At Alabama Music Box in Mobile, records take center stage as friends dig into obscure collections and share what they bring. DJ Hot Lobster leads the first Wednesday of each month and DJ RyJohn takes the second, with extras and guest DJs announced along the way. Bring a crate and comfortable dancing shoes, then browse, listen, and move to the sounds. A sliding scale donation is encouraged to support the host for the night.

Gulf Coast Hobby hosts weekly One Piece Trading Card Game play nights, offering a welcoming space for players to test new deck builds and enjoy casual matches with the local community. Entry is $10.

Saucy FuzZ takes the stage for a live performance.

Hair-Do at the Fort brings back its annual Gender Reveal, creating a welcoming and affirming space with complimentary services and a focus on community. Attendees can enjoy hair, makeup, and skincare consultations, quick bang trims, polish-only manicures, a fill-a-bag clothing swap for new-to-you finds, and the chance to assemble personalized goodie bags.

Downtown Foley Third Thursday is a monthly celebration in Downtown Foley that highlights enthusiastic local entrepreneurs. Explore art and fashion, enjoy refreshments, and take in a lively atmosphere. Many participating locations offer special discounts, free samples, and drawings, creating a welcoming way to discover local businesses.

Enjoy $2 off beer and wine at a pet friendly happy hour. Bring your furry friends, relax in the green spaces, and browse the nursery during extended shopping hours.

Enjoy casual Commander play for Magic: The Gathering, open to newcomers and veterans alike. Upon arrival, participants are asked to share their deck's general power level to help create balanced games. A selection of sealed products will be available for purchase, and light refreshments will be available.

A relaxed book club conversation with a show and tell twist. Participants take turns chatting about the books they are reading right now.

Presented by Cara & Company Salon, the Fostering Hope Gala is an evening at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel in Mobile that supports children and families affected by foster care across the Gulf Coast. The program highlights powerful stories of resilience and features a keynote address from Brodie Croyle. Proceeds from tickets, sponsorships, and gifts benefit Fostering Together Gulf Coast, helping provide resources, support, and hope for foster, adoptive, and kinship families in the community.

This ranked Dice Throne event features a competitive format where players bring three decks, ban one, and compete in best of three matches. The entry fee is $5, and every participant receives an alternate art card.

An easygoing yet spirited group road run welcomes all paces and experience levels at Red Beard’s Outfitter. Runners can pick between a 5K route or a quick 1 mile option, then linger afterward for refreshments and conversation with fellow participants. Wear your regular running gear, no need to dress as Sasquatch. For safety, bring a headlamp and reflective clothing to stay visible and support a safe group run.

The MAS Monthly Meeting at Mobile Public Library focuses on discussion of current and upcoming events. It provides a straightforward forum to share updates and stay informed about what is next.

Hosted by the Star Legacy Alabama Chapter at Heritage Park in Foley, this candlelight gathering offers a warm space for love, remembrance, and connection. Guests may stop by briefly or stay longer, with candles lit in solidarity during the event. Participants can decorate luminaries with their babies’ names and take part in a reading that honors the little ones carried in our hearts. A form is available to submit a name for the reading and for a luminary. Whether a name is spoken, written, or quietly held in memory, every baby is remembered.

Powerful Long Ladder presents Sardegna Teatro from Italy at the Arlene Mitchell Theater in Mobile, Alabama with an acclaimed Italian-language staging of August Wilson's Jitney featuring an all Black-Italian cast. Set in 1977 inside a worn, unlicensed cab dispatch, the drama follows a close circle of Black drivers as they face personal challenges, tensions between generations, and evolving family bonds in Pittsburgh's historic Hill District. English supertitles will be projected during the performances. Special thanks to the Mobile County Commission and Spring Hill College.

Mason and Chris present a live performance.