19 things to do around Mobile Bay this weekend: Sept. 18-20

The weather may not feel like it yet, but fall events are already stacking up around Mobile Bay. This weekend’s lineup has something for just about everyone. You can volunteer at the state’s largest coastal cleanup, catch a Guns N’ Roses tribute at OWA Theater or take the dog out to Mobile Botanical Gardens for a day built just for pups.

Prefer something quieter? There’s a church potluck in Fairhope, a paint and sip in downtown Mobile and a lecture on the Port City’s culinary history.

Here’s everything happening Sept. 18-20.

Events on Friday, Sept. 18

Conflict Resolution Course feat. Auburn Technical Assistance Center @ Gulf Coast Chamber

A free workplace training led by Auburn University’s Auburn Technical Assistance Center, covering practical ways to recognize and resolve unhealthy conflict and build stronger professional relationships.

• When: Friday, Sept. 18, 9AM-11AM
• Where: 3150 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL
• Cost: FREE for Chamber member employees & business professionals
• Register: RSVP here

Petty & Raines live @ Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan

Live music duo Petty and Raines serenade dinner with a set at Tacky Jacks 2.

• When: Friday, Sept. 18, 6PM
• Where: 1577 Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL
• Cost: FREE
• More info: Event page

Coloring for Adults @ Daphne Public Library

A relaxing recurring coloring session for grown-ups at Daphne Public Library.

• When: Friday, Sept. 18, 1PM-3PM
• Where: 2607 US Highway 98, Daphne, AL
• Cost: FREE
• More info: Event page

Bingo Loco @ Soul Kitchen

The touring bingo party rave lands in Mobile with DJs, dance-offs, confetti and wild prizes. 21+, doors at 6:30PM.

• When: Friday, Sept. 18, doors 6:30PM, show 8PM
• Where: Soul Kitchen, Mobile, AL
• Cost: $33 (includes table seating)
• Tickets: soulkitchenmobile.com or 866.777.8932

Pilates Certification Course: Core Mat I in Fairhope, AL @ Soul Shine Pilates

A foundational teacher training weekend from Power Pilates and Soul Shine Pilates, covering the 18 beginner-level mat exercises and the Power Pilates teaching method. Runs Friday through Sunday.

• When: Friday, Sept. 18 (4PM-8PM) through Sunday, Sept. 20 (12PM-4PM)
• Where: Soul Shine Pilates, downtown Fairhope, AL
• Cost: See registration for pricing
• Register: powerpilates.com

Events on Saturday, Sept. 19

39th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup

The state’s largest annual volunteer event returns, with zones up and down the Alabama Gulf Coast to clean beaches, waterways, neighborhoods and storm drains.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 8AM-12PM
• Where: Locations across the Alabama Gulf Coast
• Cost: FREE
• Find your zone & register: alabamacoastalcleanup.com

NatureNauts STEM Day @ Bellingrath Gardens and Home

A family STEM day packed with hands-on exhibits from Gulf Coast organizations — reptile encounters, river cruises, water quality activities, a bookmobile, food trucks and more.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 9AM-1PM
• Where: 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd., Theodore, AL
• Cost: See website
• More info: bellingrath.org

Gulf Coast Obstacle Series @ Blue Horse Farm

Horse-and-rider obstacle competition open to all skill levels, with three added fun classes — flag, barrel and poles — for this stop in the six-event series.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 9AM start
• Where: 41333 CR-39, Bay Minette, AL
• Cost: $25 early bird / $30 regular / $35 late-same-day
• More info: Event page

Sprint Cars and Pro Late Models @ Mobile International Speedway

Race night featuring Pure Stock, Street Stock, Pro Truck, Sprint Cars and Pro Late Model classes.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10AM
• Where: 7800 Park Blvd., Irvington, AL
• Cost: See event page
• More info: Event page

Young Entrepreneur Showcase @ National Maritime Museum of the Gulf

Youth ages 5-17 sell handmade products, offer services or pitch business ideas, with a pitch competition for ages 14-17. Live music, face painting and shopping round out the day.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10AM-2PM
• Where: National Maritime Museum of the Gulf, Mobile, AL
• Cost: FREE
• Register: cityofmobile.gov

Dog Days @ Mobile Botanical Gardens

A new one-day Garden event celebrating dogs and their humans, with pet vendors, adoptions, demonstrations and family activities.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10AM-2PM
• Where: 5151 Museum Dr., Mobile, AL
• Cost: $10 adults, $6 kids ages 5-17, free for kids 4 & under (included with general admission, free for MBG members)
• More info: mobile.org

EV Showcase @ Greers Market

EV owners bring their electric cars and trucks downtown so the EV-curious can check out different models and get their questions answered. Sponsored by the Bay Area Drive Electric Alabama chapter.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10AM-2PM
• Where: 260 St. Louis St., Mobile, AL
• Cost: FREE
• More info: driveelectricalabama.com

Use Your Illusion: America’s #1 Guns N’ Roses Experience @ OWA Theater

A high-energy live tribute to Guns N’ Roses, with a setlist packed with hits like “Welcome to the Jungle,” “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and “Paradise City.”

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19, 7:30PM
• Where: OWA Theater, Foley, AL
• Cost: $42.13-$54.99 (including fees)
• Tickets: ci.ovationtix.com

Events on Sunday, Sept. 20

Riftbound // Summoner Skirmish @ Gamers N Geeks

A competitive Riftbound tournament with a Top 8 cut, participation promos and a chance at a Round 1 bye at a Regional Qualifier for the winner. Deck list required.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, sign-up at 12PM, first round 1PM
• Where: 5701 Moffett Rd. Suite N, Mobile, AL
• Cost: $15 entry fee
• More info: Event page

AMB Flea Market @ Alabama Music Box

A recurring weekly flea market with vendors selling food, vintage clothes, vintage toys and more.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 12PM-5PM
• Where: 659 Conti St., Mobile, AL
• Cost: FREE
• More info: Event page

Fabulous Fall Potluck @ Redeemer Lutheran Church

A community potluck at the church, with food, fellowship and fun. Bring a dish to share.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 5PM-7PM
• Where: 200 S Section St., Fairhope, AL
• Cost: FREE
• More info: Event page

Delta Discovery Cruise @ AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers

A 90-minute guided boat excursion into the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, known as the “American Amazon,” presented by Historic Blakeley State Park.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 1:30PM
• Where: 30945 Five Rivers Blvd., Spanish Fort, AL
• Cost: $22 adults, $15 kids ages 6-12
• More info: blakeleypark.com

Coastal Pumpkin Paint & Sip @ The Frenchmen

A watercolor paint and sip session featuring a pre-sketched coastal pumpkin design, guided by local artist Carol Beamer. All skill levels welcome.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2PM-4PM
• Where: 224 Dauphin St., Mobile, AL
• Cost: $45
• More info: Event page

“A Taste of Mobile” Chris Andrews – September Lecture @ Cox-Deasy Cottage

Culinary historian and author Chris Andrews, founder of Bienville Bites Food Tour, closes out Historic Oakleigh Museum’s 2026 lecture series with a talk on Mobile’s food history.

• When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2PM
• Where: 350 Oakleigh Pl., Mobile, AL
• Cost: $10 for non-HMPS members, FREE for HMPS members
• Register: historicmobile.org