Historic downtown street corner with a brick building, parked cars, a scooter, and a Haunted tour sign on a storefront — Downtown Mobile Down the Street from Saenger Theater (James Lawrence III/Mobile Bay now)

From live music and food festivals to art classes, shopping events and family-friendly activities, there’s plenty happening around Mobile Bay this weekend. Whether you’re looking to try something new, support local businesses or spend time with family and friends, here are 32 events happening Nov. 6-8 to add to your weekend plans.

At a glance

Friday, Nov. 6

1. Young Professional Coffee Social: Soul Caffeine

Young professionals can start their Friday with coffee and conversation at Soul Caffeine in Daphne. Hosted by the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce, this networking event is a chance to meet other young professionals in the community.

What: Young professional coffee and networking social
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 8:30-9:30AM
Where: Soul Caffeine, 2004 U.S. Highway 98, Daphne
Cost: Free
Register here

2. BILL-E’s Bacon, Burgers & Bikes

Motorcycle enthusiasts can gather in Fairhope for an afternoon of bikes, live music and food at BILL-E’s Bacon, Burgers & Bikes. The family-friendly event welcomes riders of all ages, motorcycle clubs and guests arriving by car.

What: Motorcycle gathering with live music, food, contests and prizes
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 3-9PM
Where: BILL-E’s, Fairhope, nine miles south of Interstate 10 on Highway 181
Cost: Free admission
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3. Experience the Oyster

Oyster lovers can head to Gulf Shores for Experience the Oyster, a two-day festival celebrating Gulf Coast oysters and regional seafood. Guests can sample dishes prepared by chefs from across the region, enjoy live music and attend a special VIP kickoff in Orange Beach.

What: Oyster and seafood festival
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | VIP kickoff, 6-10PM; main festival Saturday, Nov. 7 | 11:30AM-5PM
Where: The Hangout, 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores; VIP event at Zeke’s Restaurant, Orange Beach
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Tickets
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4. Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show

The Blue Angels are returning home to Pensacola for their annual Homecoming Air Show at Naval Air Station Pensacola. Visitors can watch the Navy’s flight demonstration team perform alongside other aerial performers and view aircraft displays.

What: Annual Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show
When: Friday, Nov. 6-Saturday, Nov. 7
Where: Naval Air Station Pensacola, Skyhawk Drive, Pensacola, Florida
Cost: Free general admission; paid seating options available
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5. Christmas on the Bayou Shopping Spectacular

Get a head start on holiday shopping at the Christmas on the Bayou Shopping Spectacular in Irvington. The event will feature local vendors, food trucks, a silent auction and opportunities to take photos with Santa.

What: Holiday shopping event with vendors, food and Santa photos
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 5-9PM; Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10AM-4PM
Where: Bayou La Batre Community Center, 12753 Padgett Switch Road, Irvington
Cost: $5; children 12 and under free
Event details

6. Fairhope First Friday Art Walk

Downtown Fairhope will welcome visitors for its monthly First Friday Art Walk. Guests can explore local galleries, meet artists and browse artwork and shops throughout downtown.

What: Monthly downtown art walk
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 6PM
Where: Downtown Fairhope
Cost: Free to attend
More info

7. Graeson McGaha at Crescent Theater

Comedian Graeson McGaha is bringing his stand-up comedy show to downtown Mobile. Known online as “The Feral Wife Guy,” McGaha uses stories about marriage, parenting and everyday adult life to entertain audiences.

What: Live stand-up comedy
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 7PM
Where: Crescent Theater, 208 Dauphin St., Mobile
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seating, listed around 32-83
Tickets and more info

8. USA Opera Theatre Presents: “A Fight at the Opera”

The University of South Alabama Opera Theatre is presenting “A Fight at the Opera” at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. The performance gives audiences an opportunity to enjoy a night of opera performed by USA students.

What: Opera performance by USA Opera Theatre
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 7:30PM
Where: Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA Drive S., Mobile
Cost: $8 general admission; $5 for USA students, faculty, staff, seniors and youth under 18. Tickets sold at the door.
More info

9. Maggie Koerner

New Orleans singer-songwriter Maggie Koerner is bringing her music to The Merry Widow in downtown Mobile. The live show is a chance to catch the artist in an intimate venue.

What: Live music
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 8PM
Where: The Merry Widow, 51 S. Conception St., Mobile
Cost: $20 in advance; $30 day of show
Tickets and more info

10. Wraithbearer, Union251, Lessfaith & Innerwounds

Fans of heavy music can catch a lineup of local and regional bands at Alabama Music Box. Wraithbearer, Union251, Lessfaith and Innerwounds are scheduled to perform.

What: Live metal and hardcore show
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 7PM
Where: Alabama Music Box, Mobile
Cost: About $18.61
More info

11. Rehab

The band Rehab is bringing its blend of Southern hip-hop and rock to OWA Parks & Resort in Foley.

What: Live concert
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 7:30PM
Where: OWA Parks & Resort, Foley
Cost: Check the venue for ticket pricing
Tickets and more info

12. Slow Degrade

Mobile music fans can catch Slow Degrade at Soul Kitchen Music Hall for a Friday night show.

What: Live music
When: Friday, Nov. 6 | 8:30PM
Where: Soul Kitchen Music Hall, Mobile
Cost: About $21.83
Tickets and more info

13. Mobile Tree Giveaway

Mobile homeowners can pick up a free tree during the upcoming Mobile Tree Giveaway at Medal of Honor Park. The event will offer 600 trees in 3-gallon containers, with varieties including live oak, overcup oak, black gum, chaste tree and bald cypress. Trees are available while supplies last.

What: Mobile Tree Giveaway
When: Friday, Nov. 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., or until supplies run out
Where: Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Road, Mobile
Cost: Free

Saturday, Nov. 7

14. Fall Market in the Park

Shop local at Fall Market in the Park in downtown Mobile. The outdoor market features farmers, artisans and food vendors selling a variety of local goods.

What: Outdoor farmers and artisan market
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 7:30AM-noon
Where: Cathedral Square, Mobile
Cost: Free to attend
More info

15. Brunch Fest

Brunch Fest returns to downtown Mobile with local restaurants serving brunch favorites, along with mimosas, live music and a market featuring local and handmade goods. The event benefits Lifelines Counseling Services.

What: Brunch festival and fundraiser
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10AM-1PM
Where: Fort Condé Inn, 165 St. Emanuel St., Mobile
Cost: $30 in advance; $35 at the gate. VIB tickets are also available.
Age: 21 and older
Tickets and more info

16. Gulf Coast Pet Adoption Festival

The Mobile County Animal Shelter is hosting a pet adoption festival featuring sponsored adoptions, live music and vendors. Visitors can meet adoptable animals and learn more about giving a pet a new home.

What: Pet adoption festival
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10AM-2PM
Where: Mobile County Animal Shelter, 7665 Howells Ferry Road, Mobile
Cost: Free admission
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17. Abba Shrine Christmas Extravaganza

The Abba Shrine Center is hosting its annual Christmas Extravaganza, featuring antiques, crafts, baked goods and holiday shopping. Guests can also enjoy photo opportunities with Santa.

What: Holiday shopping and craft show
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 9AM-5PM; Sunday, Nov. 8 | 10AM-4PM
Where: Abba Shrine Center, 7701 Hitt Road, Mobile
Cost: $5 cash admission
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18. Coastal Alabama Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

Food trucks and local vendors will gather at Gulf Place in Gulf Shores for a festival featuring food, drinks and community activities. Visitors can explore a variety of food options while enjoying the beachside setting.

What: Food truck and craft beer festival
When: Saturday, Nov. 7
Where: Gulf Place, Gulf Shores
Cost: Check the event organizer for admission and beverage pricing
More info

19. Tacos & Tequila Festival

The Tacos & Tequila Festival is bringing food, music and entertainment to Foley’s Heritage Park. Guests can enjoy tacos and other Hispanic dishes, live music, local vendors, contests and a family fun zone with activities for children.

What: Two-day food, music and family festival
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10AM-6PM; Sunday, Nov. 8 | 10AM-5PM
Where: Heritage Park, 200 N. McKenzie St., Foley
Cost: $5 admission; children 12 and under free
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20. Oyster Ball 2026

Oyster Ball is bringing fresh oysters, live music and cold beer to Braided River Brewing Co. in downtown Mobile. The event benefits the Mobile County Wildlife and Conservation Association.

What: Oyster tasting and live music fundraiser
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 1-4PM
Where: Braided River Brewing Co., 420 St. Louis St., Mobile
Cost: Around $50; children free
Tickets and more info

21. Gulf Coast Mac Down

Mac and cheese lovers can sample dishes from local chefs, caterers and food vendors at the fifth annual Gulf Coast Mac Down. The competition features mac and cheese dishes from across the region, along with music, food vendors, games and family activities.

What: Mac and cheese cook-off and community festival
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | noon-4PM
Where: Mardi Gras Park, Government Street, Mobile
Cost: Check the ticket page for current pricing; children under 6 are free.
Tickets
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22. South Alabama Women’s Basketball vs. UAB

The University of South Alabama women’s basketball team will take on the University of Alabama at Birmingham at the Mitchell Center. Fans can head to campus to cheer on the Jaguars as they continue their 2026-27 season.

What: Women’s college basketball game
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 1PM
Where: Mitchell Center, University of South Alabama, 5950 Old Shell Road, Mobile
Cost: Ticket prices to be confirmed
Schedule and tickets

23. Roper Romp with a Reason 2026

Grab your caftans, red wigs and oversized sunglasses for Roper Romp with a Reason in downtown Fairhope. Inspired by Helen Roper from the sitcom Three’s Company, this sip-and-stroll event includes entertainment, door prizes and a Chanel handbag raffle. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society’s Shuck Cancer South Alabama.

What: Helen Roper-inspired sip-and-stroll fundraiser
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 1-4PM
Where: Downtown Fairhope
Cost: $25 per person
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24. Landscapes in Oil

The Mobile Museum of Art is offering an oil painting class for participants interested in creating landscape artwork. Students will learn painting techniques and work through guided instruction.

What: Landscape oil painting class
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 4-6PM
Where: Mobile Museum of Art, 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile
Cost: $150 for members; $180 for nonmembers
Age: 16 and older
More info

25. Paint and Sip

The Eastern Shore Art Center is hosting a Paint and Sip evening in downtown Fairhope. Participants can enjoy a creative night out while working on their own artwork.

What: Guided painting and social event
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 | 5PM
Where: Downtown Fairhope
Cost: Check with the organizer for current pricing
More info

Sunday, Nov. 8

26. Just Plein Fun

The Eastern Shore Art Center is hosting an outdoor painting workshop. Participants will learn techniques for plein air painting, which involves creating artwork outdoors while observing natural light, colors and surroundings.

What: Outdoor painting workshop
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 10AM-4PM
Where: Eastern Shore Art Center, 401 Oak St., Fairhope
Cost: $200
Registration and more info

27. Gulf Coast Record Show

Music collectors and vinyl enthusiasts can browse records from dealers across the country at the Gulf Coast Record Show in Mobile. Visitors can search for classic albums, discover new music and shop a variety of records.

What: Record and vinyl collector show
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 11AM-5PM; early-bird admission begins at 10AM
Where: Via! Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center, 1717 Dauphin St., Mobile
Cost: $5 general admission; $10 early-bird admission
More info

28. Tailgate Bingo Bash

Queens with Dreams is bringing football and bingo together for an afternoon of games, food and prizes at the Mobile Mystics Float Barn. Guests will receive bingo cards with admission and have the chance to win cash prizes.

What: Football-themed bingo fundraiser
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 1:30-5PM
Where: Mobile Mystics Float Barn, Mobile
Cost: $25 per person
Tickets and more info

29. Wine & Resin Class

Guests can enjoy an afternoon of creativity at The Frenchmen during a resin art workshop hosted by Love & Adventure Studios. Participants can create their own resin artwork, with supplies provided and no previous experience required.

What: Beginner-friendly resin art workshop
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 2-4PM
Where: The Frenchmen, 222 Dauphin St., Mobile
Cost: Free; registration required
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30. Beethoven and Blue Jeans

The Mobile Symphony Orchestra is bringing Beethoven’s music to the Saenger Theatre for its annual Beethoven and Blue Jeans concert. Guests can leave the formal attire at home and enjoy a program featuring Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the “Emperor,” with pianist Stewart Goodyear.

What: Beethoven and Blue Jeans
When: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Saenger Theatre, 6 S. Joachim St., Mobile
Cost: Tickets start at $25
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31. Bourbon by the Bay

Bourbon and whiskey enthusiasts can gather at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico for Bourbon by the Bay. The event features tastings and supports the Coastal Alabama Partnership.

What: Bourbon and whiskey tasting fundraiser
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 3-5PM
Where: National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico, 155 S. Water St., Mobile
Cost: $100
Tickets and more info

32. Drivin N Cryin

Atlanta-based rock band Drivin N Cryin is bringing its Southern rock sound to The Merry Widow in downtown Mobile. The band is celebrating more than 35 years together.

What: Live rock concert
When: Sunday, Nov. 8 | 8PM
Where: The Merry Widow, 51 S. Conception St., Mobile
Cost: About $25 before fees
Age: 21 and older
Tickets and more info

32 events to do in Mobile Bay this weekend: Nov. 6-8