15 weekend events in the Mobile Bay Area, July 24 – 26
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This weekend, July 24-26, has a lot of fun events in store! With coveted musicians like Creed and Luke Bryan at The Wharf, as well as cultural celebrations in Mobile, you’ll be sure to find plans that fit your tastes.
Keep reading to hear about other fun events, kitten yoga, comedy + more!
A quick look:
What events are happening in the Mobile Bay Area on Friday, July 24?
Darci Lynne & Friends “Up Close & Personal” Tour in Foley
Darci Lynne, who you may know from America’s Got Talent Season 12, is headed to OWA for her “Up Close & Personal” tour. It should be a hilarious night of powerhouse singing, laugh-out-loud comedy and her cast of fan-favorite characters for the whole family to enjoy.
- Location: OWA Theatre
- 205 N Owa Blvd, Foley, AL 36535
- When: Friday, July 24 at 7PM
- Buy your tickets here
Creed’s “Summer of ’99 Tour” at The Wharf in Orange Beach
Creed is making its long-awaited return to the stage with a reunion tour that brings the multi-platinum post-grunge rock band to The Wharf Amphitheater on Friday, July 24. Creed’s openers will be Mammoth and Hinder.
- Location: The Wharf Amphitheater
- 23101 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
- When: Friday, July 24 at 7PM
- Buy your tickets here
“Yellowbrick Road Tour – Road to Dancefestopia” in Mobile
The Merry Widow will be hosting a premier electronic dance festival this Friday! Featured artists include Ruvlo, King Coopa, Wermzer and The Rico Suave.
- Location: The Merry Widow
- 51 S Conception St #2703, Mobile, AL 36602
- When: Friday, July 25
- Doors open at 8PM, show begins at 9PM
- Tickets: $20
American Legion Post 199 Open Mic Night in Fairhope
Whether you are looking to play, sing or just enjoy the show, the American Legion Post 199 Open Mic Night will not have you bored. The American Legion is open to the public, and they offer food and drinks.
- Location: American Legion Eastern Shore Post 199
- When: July 24 at 6 PM
Spirit of Daphne Parade Workshop Day 1
The City of Daphne and Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre are collaborating this summer to develop and workshop a parade to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the City of Daphne in 2027. The workshop is open to all and will be held at the Nicholson Center for the Arts this Friday and Saturday.
- Location: Nicholson Center for the Arts
- 1410 Captain O’Neal Drive
- When: Friday, July 24 at 5-7PM
- Learn more here!
What events are happening in the Mobile Bay Area on Saturday, July 25?
Poses and Purrs in Mobile
POST in Mobile, Alabama, has teamed up with the Mobile Animal Shelter to host kitten yoga. The ticket includes a 45-minute yoga class, two drinks and 30 minutes of kitten playtime after class all to support the Mobile Animal Shelter.
- Location: POST
- 571 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL 36602
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 11AM
- Tickets: $55.20
- Buy your tickets here!
Spirit of Daphne Parade Workshop Day 2
Visit the second day of workshopping for next year’s 100-year anniversary of the City of Daphne. he City of Daphne and Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre workshop a parade to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the City of Daphne in 2027. The workshop is open to all and will be held at the Nicholson Center for the Arts this Friday and Saturday.
- Location: Nicholson Center for the Arts
- 1410 Captain O’Neal Drive
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 10AM-12PM
- Learn more here
Culture Fest 2026 in Mobile
A powerful day of celebration, community and culture in historic Africatown with engaging activities, enriching experiences and soul-stirring entertainment to honor the African American experience and celebrate the legacy of Africatown.
- Location: Africatown Heritage House 2465 Wimbush St Mobile, AL 36610
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 1PM-5PM
- Check it out!
Crafts and Drafts Night Market in Mobile
As a way to enjoy the last Saturday of July, browse local vendors, grab a bite from food trucks, enjoy live music and cool off with a cold Oyster City beer at Oyster City Brewing Company.
- Location: Oyster City Brewing Company, Mobile, AL
- 600 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 5PM-9PM
- Check it out
Luke Bryan’s “Word on the Street” Tour in Orange Beach
The Wharf hosts another talented artist Saturday night at the amphitheater, Luke Bryan. Bryan’s tour promises lots of hits, an energetic atmosphere and a setlist packed with fan favorites.
- Location: The Wharf Amphitheater
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 7PM
- Buy your tickets here
Wheels & Reels Drive-In Movie Night in Mobile
Enjoy a memorable, and completely free, night with the family at the Wheels & Reels Drive-In Movie Night. This event features food trucks and a family-friendly movie that you can watch from your car or in the designated seating area.
This is the final drive-in movie night until December, so you won’t want to miss the chance to see “Lilo & Stitch” (2025 Live-Action) at a drive-in!
- Location: USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
- 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL
- When: Saturday, July 25 at 6PM
- See more info here
Troi Atkinson at Corner Copia Gardens in Fairhope
Listen to live music in the Corner Copia Gardens courtyard from Troi Atkinson and grab food from That’s My Dogg food truck and The Atrium bar. Entry is free and the nursery remains open for shopping during the event!
- Location: Corner Copia Gardens
- 13477 State Hwy 181, Fairhope, AL
- When: Saturday, July 25 6-9PM
What events are happening in the Mobile Bay Area on Sunday, July 26?
Post Brunch Comedy at Crescent Theatre in Mobile
Round out your July weekend with an afternoon of laughs by a talented lineup of stand-up comedians, drink specials and a laid-back atmosphere at the Crescent Theatre.
- Location: The Crescent Theatre
- 208 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602
- When: Sunday, July 26 at 3PM
- Buy your tickets here
“Aren’t We” Live at The Merry Widow in Mobile
The Merry Widow will be hosting a premier electronic dance festival this Friday! Featured artists include Ruvlo, King Coopa, Wermzer and The Rico Suave.
- Location: The Merry Widow
- 51 S Conception St #2703, Mobile, AL 36602
- When: Sunday, July 26
- Doors open at 6PM, show from 7-10PM
- Tickets: $10
2026 Bubbly Bash in Mobile
Enjoy a glass, or more, at this sparkling afternoon celebration featuring Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant and more. Guests can sip a variety of sparkling drinks, enjoy live music, snack on light bites and mingle throughout the event, with a special VIP tasting available before festivities begin.
- Location: Amici Trattoria, Wine Bar & Market
- 7899 Cottage Hill Road Mobile, AL
- When: Sunday, July 26 from 2:30-5PM
- Buy your tickets here
