(Fairhope, Daphne, Mobile, Foley, Gulf Shores, Point Clear, Dauphin Island, Baldwin County & Mobile County)
April is blooming with adventure across Coastal Alabama! As azaleas burst into color and warmer days settle in, our charming towns come alive with festivals, art walks, concerts, farmers markets, and springtime traditions. Whether you’re hunting Easter eggs, dancing to live music, or tossing a mullet across the Florida line (yes, really!), there’s something exciting for everyone this month.
At Ashurst Niemeyer, we’re more than just a boutique real estate agency—we’re your neighbors. Our experienced local advisors are always in the know about what makes life on the Eastern Shore and beyond so special. From Mobile Bay sunsets to front-porch concerts and community cookouts, we believe in embracing a lifestyle filled with connection, culture, and Southern charm.
So, grab your calendar and let’s dive into the best things to do in Coastal Alabama this April—you won’t want to miss a minute of the fun!
Weekly Local Markets
First Saturdays: The Daphne Market
March 01, April 05, May 10, June 07
Location: 25369 US-98 E | Daphne
Get ready for a day of shopping, food, and fun at The Daphne Market, a vibrant community event packed with local vendors, food trucks, artisans, and small businesses! From handmade crafts and boutique finds to fresh produce and mouthwatering eats, this family-friendly market is the perfect place to support local makers and soak in the lively atmosphere—don’t miss it!
Saturdays: Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market
Location: 781 Farmers Market Lane, Foley, AL 36535
Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dive into the local flavor at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market! This weekly event showcases local farms, fisheries, and small businesses offering fresh produce, seafood, and more. It’s the place to be for wholesome food and friendly faces—perfect for stocking up on delicious ingredients for your kitchen!
Sunday – April 6 & 20: Mobile Bay Maker’s Market
Location: 6925 Twin Beech Road, Fairhope, Alabama
Come out and support local makers, artisans, and farmers at this popular open market. *Please note it’s new location for the 2025 season – 6925 Twin Beech Road or at the intersection of Section Street & Twin Beech Road.
Other Local Markets
Baldwin County Farmers Markets
Special Events in April
April 4: First Friday Art Walk
Location: Downtown Fairhope, Alabama
Fairhope art galleries and shops stay open late for Fairhope’s First Friday Art Walk. Start at the Eastern Shore Art Center to see the newest exhibit and make your way downtown for live music, shopping, and fun!
April 4-6: Boat Show on the Bay
Yamaha is bringing Boat Show on the Bay back to the USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile, AL. With live music, over 100 vendors, food trucks, tons of boats, and so much more, this is not just any boat show—it is THE boat show to be at! This is a kid and pet-friendly event!
April 5: Mudbugs & Margaritas
Location: Heritage Park – 200 N McKenzie St. Foley Al
All food vendors will have unique, tasty crawfish dishes along with other menu items for purchase. Multiple Margarita Lines. Scrumptious snack vendors. Great live music all day. Art & craft, home decor, and unique vendors. Contests throughout the day.
Huge kids entertainment/activity area. Petting zoo, bounce houses and more.
April 11: Live at Five featuring Old Crow Medicine Show
Location: Halstead Amphitheater, Downtown Fairhope, Alabama
Live at Five continues their spring concert series with the band, Old Crow Medicine Show. Doors open at 4:00pm. Stop by our booth and enter to win a VIP Concert in the Park Pack!
April 12: Easter Bunny Photos
Location: Fairhope Museum of History, Downtown Fairhope, Alabama
Hop on over to the Fairhope Museum of History for pictures with the Easter Bunny!
April 12-13: Baldwin County Strawberry Festival
Location: Loxley Municipal Park
Every year, visitors join us from all around the Southeast to enjoy the special events, car shows, music, crafts and, of course, the strawberry shortcakes! Baldwin County Strawberry Festival is a local non-profit organization and all event proceeds stay local. Funds raised benefit Loxley Elementary School and the ARC Baldwin County, Inc.
April 19: Easter Basket Decorating
Location: The Grand Hotel Resort and Spa, Fairhope, Alabama
This is a fun holiday activity designed for children and families to decorate an Easter Basket. The ticket includes a basket along with all items needed to decorate (ribbon, embellishments).
April 24-26: 6th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin’
Location: The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL
Our motto is: Bring your dream ride & cruise with us! Bama Coast Cruisin’ is an absolutely stunning show. Set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It’s a laid back, family friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality. With plenty of convenient parking, we would like to invite everyone to come and enjoy the show!
April 25-27: Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach Party
Location: Orange Beach
The Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach Party is legendary. What started as just a reason to party has become one of the biggest beach parties on the coast. Those who participate in the Mullet Toss will throw a dead mullet over the state line of Florida and Alabama to see who gets the farthest. People travel from across the globe to see what all the fuss is about.
April 25: Live at Five featuring Wilco
Location: Halstead Amphitheater, Downtown Fairhope, Alabama
Join Live at Five for an evening with Wilco. Doors open at 4:00pm. Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate and Level Property Management Group are thrilled to sponsor Live at Five again this year. Stop by our booth and enter to win a VIP Concert in the Park Pack!
April 26: 4th Annual Shrimp Derby
Location: Oak Hollow Farm, 14210 Greeno Rd. Fairhope, AL 36532
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a delicious feast! We’re throwing a Low Country Boil, and you’re invited to join the fun! We’ll be serving up a mouthwatering spread featuring ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT shrimp, potatoes, corn and sausage, along with a sizzling side of chicken and sausage jambalaya that will have your taste buds dancing! Bring your appetite; drinks are on us. Prepare for a laid-back, music-filled evening! All proceeds will support the restoration of the Historic Barnwell Community Center!
April 26: 15th Annual Delta Woods & Water Expo
Location: 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
The Delta Woods and Waters Expo, an annual event sponsored by the City of Spanish Fort and held at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, celebrates the beauty and diversity of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. With numerous fun and exciting hands-on demonstrations, attendees to learn and practice new skills with one-on-one instruction. BOAT TOURS Passengers will experience the swamps of the lower Mobile- Tensaw Delta on this highly rated wildlife tour. Float among the open marshes while watching for a variety of wildlife, including the Bald Eagle, alligators, osprey, heron, cormorant, pelicans, nutria and more while learning about these unique animals of the swamp and how they live. (Ticket for boat tours must be purchased in advance.)
April 26: 15th Annual Bald Eagle Bash
Location: 11525 U.S. 98, Fairhope, Alabama
Enjoy live music at this classic low country shrimp boil with delectable desserts from local restaurants and bakers while supporting the South Alabama Land Trust.
April at South Baldwin Community Theater
Location: 2022 W. 2nd St, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Friday, March 28, 2025 – Sunday, April 6, 2025
Emily has a big problem. Not only is she sent to bed just as she reaches the highest level of her new video game, but there’s a monster in her closet! Emily plans a sleep-over to help capture the monster. What they don’t know is that Murray, the closet monster, doesn’t mean any harm. After all, every monster knows that when a child is born, a monster is assigned to watch over her — not to play with her toys and especially not to get caught in the act!
March at Saenger Theatre Mobile
April 2: Sesame Street Live!
Say Hello!
April 5-6: The Best of The Best
The Greatest Movie Scores of All Time!
April 10: Collage Dance Collective
April 18: Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!
with Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez and Jon Gries
April 26-27: Handel’s Messiah
featuring the University of South Alabama Concert Choir & Mobile Opera Chorus
More Events Around the Eastern Shore
For a comprehensive list of events happening around Mobile and Baldwin County, visit the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce events calendar.
As we wrap up our journey through the vibrant activities and events in Fairhope, Daphne, Mobile, Foley, and beyond, it’s clear that this region is not just about finding a house; it’s about discovering a community that feels like home. From lively performances to charming local festivals, there’s always something happening that brings people together. These experiences create lasting memories and connections that truly define what it means to belong.
Get in Touch!
So, if you’re ready to embrace all the excitement and warmth these communities offer, take the next step. Call Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate today to learn more about these unique neighborhoods. Your dream home is waiting, and so are the amazing experiences that come with it!
Contact us today to start looking for a home in the area where you can enjoy all the fun gatherings these cities have to offer.
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