Member Events
May 6 – 18, 2021
Thursday, May 6
OWA
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Kickoff
05/06 – 05/09/2021
5 to 8 p.m.
Free
1501 S. OWA Blvd.
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/event/gulf-coast-hot-air-balloon-festival/2021-05-06/
A family-friendly event, the festival has activities for everyone. Festival admission is free with select activities for an additional charge.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Cocktails with the Critters
05/06/2021
6 to 9 p.m.
$50 per person
Bluegill Restaurant, 3775 Battleship Pkwy., Spanish Fort
251.307.5903
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and support continuing research and education with an evening of food and music.
Friday, May 7
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Salt Marsh Excursion
05/07/2021
9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
$12 per person
101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island
251.865.7500
Learn about the important role salt marshes play in the Gulf of Mexico and how they support the seafood we enjoy.
Mobile Arts Council
May Exhibition
05/07/2021
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free
6 S. Joachim St.
251.432.9676
In conjunction with National Photography Month, the Mobile Arts Council Gallery will be hosting three photography exhibitions through May 28. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
05/07/2021
10 a.m. to Noon
$12 cash
Mobile County Animal Shelter, 7665 Howell’s Ferry Rd.
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Mobile Sports Authority
Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) Baseball Championship Tournament
05/07 – 05/08/2021
10 a.m. first game begins / 7 p.m. last game begins
$10 per day / $32 for a weekend pass / $5 with student ID / free for 10 and under
Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Blvd.
251.725.1794
Eight SSAC teams compete for the championship in this double-elimination format. First time in Mobile. Continues through May 8.
OWA
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
05/07 – 05/09/2021
2 to 10:30 p.m.
Free
1501 S. OWA Blvd.
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/event/gulf-coast-hot-air-balloon-festival/2021-05-06/
A family-friendly event, the festival has activities for everyone. Festival admission is free with select activities for an additional charge.
People United to Advance the Dream Mobile
Ribbon Cutting, Tour & Program Review
05/07/2021
4 p.m.
Free
229 S. Wilson Ave., Prichard
251.289.1241
Celebrate with People United at its new office suite. Refreshments will be served and a tour will be given. RSVPs requested by May 4.
Saturday, May 8
Fuse Project
Trash-Free Water Day (rescheduled)
05/08/2021
8 to 11 a.m.
Free
Tricentennial Park
251.265.3873
https://mobilebaykeeper.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/earth-day-apple-snail-roundup
OWA
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
05/08 – 05/09/2021
9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Free
1501 S. OWA Blvd.
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/event/gulf-coast-hot-air-balloon-festival/2021-05-06/
A family-friendly event, the festival has activities for everyone. Festival admission is free with select activities for an additional charge.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Ocean Explorer Saturday: Catch of the Day
05/08/2021
9:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$35 per participant / $50 parent/guardian and child pair
101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island
251.861.2141
From rods to nets, scoops and pumps, join us to try out several different collecting methods and see what lives in the waters around Dauphin Island.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
RV Alabama Discovery Excursion
05/08/2021
9:45 a.m. to Noon
$30 per person. Minimum age is 8.
101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island
251.865.7500
Take a two-hour boat trip in the waters surrounding Dauphin Island, where you’ll learn how estuaries such as Mobile Bay feed the seas.
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
05/08/2021
10 a.m. to Noon
$12 cash
Pet Supplies Plus, 803 Hillcrest Rd.
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Mobile Sports Authority
Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) Baseball Championship Tournament
05/08/2021
10 a.m. first game begins / Championship game TBD
$10 per day / $32 for a weekend pass / $5 with student ID / free for 10 and under
Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Blvd.
251.725.1794
Eight SSAC teams compete for the championship in this double-elimination format. First time in Mobile. Continues through May 8.
Homestead RV Community
Grand Opening
05/08/2021
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
10550 Pioneer Rd., Theodore
251.973.2484
Tour Homestead RV Community, one of the most technologically advanced RV destinations. Guest speaker is District 3 Mobile County Commissioner Randall Dueitt, who will discuss new opportunities in Mobile.
Sunday, May 9
OWA
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
05/09/2021
Noon to 8 p.m.
Free
1501 S. OWA Blvd.
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/event/gulf-coast-hot-air-balloon-festival/2021-05-06/
A family-friendly event, the festival has activities for everyone. Festival admission is free with select activities for an additional charge.
Mobile Symphony
Mother’s Day Concert – Youth Orchestra
05/09/2021
5:30 p.m.
Free with $5 reduced admission to gardens
Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Dr.
251.923.2111
https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/mothers-day-concert/
Cash only. Use the link to pay in advance. Bring a picnic, blanket or folding chairs. Concert lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Tuesday, May 11
Mobile United
Leaders Pitch Competition
05/11/2021
6 to 8 p.m.
$50 / $40 for Mobile United members / $25 virtual
Innovation Portal, 358 St. Louis St.
251.300.1482
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leaders-pitch-2021-tickets-151709935501
This event also has a virtual option. Four teams compete for $5000 each in funding as they propose unique solutions to address the most daunting social issues in Mobile.
Thursday, May 13
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Go Public Gardens Night Stroll
05/13/2021
5 to 7 p.m.
$14 for adults / $8 for ages 5-12 / free to Bellingrath members
12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd., Theodore
251.973.2217
Enjoy an after-hours stroll and a gardening demonstration to celebrate Go Public Gardens Week. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.
GulfQuest Maritime Museum
May GulfChat
05/13/2021
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Free
155 S. Water St.
251.436.8901
https://maygulfchat.eventbrite.com
Join GulfQuest to hear Stew Hood discuss Espionage and United Fruit: An Analysis of the SS San Pablo.
Friday, May 14
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
RV Alabama Discovery Excursion
05/14/2021
12:45 to 3 p.m.
$30 per person. Minimum age is 8.
101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island
251.865.7500
Take a two-hour boat trip in the waters surrounding Dauphin Island, where you’ll learn how estuaries such as Mobile Bay feed the seas.
The Joint West Mobile
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
05/14/2021
4 p.m.
Free
7721 Airport Blvd., E160
256.931.9420
Grand opening and ribbon cutting to include refreshments, giveaways and free offers.
Mobile Arts Council
May LoDa ArtWalk
05/14/2021
5 to 9 p.m.
Free
6 S. Joachim St.
251.432.9676
LoDa ArtWalk celebrates National Photography Month featuring local artists, arts organizations, and downtown businesses – including gallery tours, musical performances, local photography and more.
Saturday, May 15
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
05/01/2021
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$12 cash
St. Elmo Feed & Seed Store, 9001 U.S. Hwy. 90 W.
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Tuesday, May 18
Children’s Medical Group
Expectantly Expectant
05/18/2021
6 to 7 p.m.
Free
610 Providence Park Dr., Suite 201
251.342.3810
Come tour the Providence location, meet with a physician and learn what to expect with your newborn. Call Christy Taylor, our nurse liaison, ext. 6298.