CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR- Thurs Nov 16 and Fri Nov 17 at 7pm; Sat Nov 18, 2pm; Sun Nov 19, 4pm; (Cottage Hill Baptist Church), Mobile

Get ready to embrace the holiday season at University of Mobile’s Christmas Spectacular 2023! This exceptional event brings together classic carols and modern favorites, enchantingly performed by over 200 students from Alabama School of the Arts (ASOTA). Ranked among the top 25 best Christmas events in Mobile, this magical celebration is perfect for the whole family. With more than 20 ensembles and a 50-piece orchestra featuring a blend of talented students and professional mentors, prepare to be moved by the joyous melodies and heartwarming atmosphere of Christmas!. CLICK HERE

THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE’S ANNUAL LIGHTING OF THE TREES- Thurs Nov 16, 5:30pm, downtown Fairhope

Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. and the lights come on at 6 p.m. sharp!

Entertainment includes the Fairhope High School band, the Fairhope High School Choral Ensemble, the Fairhope Middle School band and the Eastern Shore Choral Society. Mrs. Claus will be passing out candy canes and letting children write a wish list to Santa for her to take back to the North Pole. CLICK HERE

LIGHTING OF THE TREE - Fri Nov 17, 5:30pm-9pm, Mardi Gras Park, downtown Mobile

Join the City of Mobile for a night of cheer as we light up the night and celebrate the start of the holiday season! The lights go on at 6:30pm sharp!This free family-friendly event will include a Live DJ, Christmas Crafts, Photo Opportunities, Santa Claus, and so much more! CLICK HERE

OWA TREE LIGHTING- Sat 3pm-8:30pm, Downtown OWA, Foley

Enjoy a snowy Tree Lighting ceremony with Christmas music playing through the streets of Downtown OWA. This holiday extravaganza features captivating live entertainment, culminating in the awe-inspiring illumination of OWA’s colossal 45-foot-tall Christmas tree, with snowfall and a fireworks display. This event is free to attend in Downtown OWA. No admission required. CLICK HERE

PENSACOLA WINTERFEST- Nov 17- Dec 24, Plaza Wonderland, Downtown Pensacola

Downtown Pensacola comes alive with song and dance, arts and crafts during the holidays, with “A Whoville Christmas Caper,” “Polar Express Tour” and “The Grinch’s Merry Match” tours. Pensacola Winterfest's tours and photos with Santa take place in Plaza Wonderland at the corner of Government Street and Palafox Place. Snow and music starts at 5:30 on Fridays, 5:00 on Saturday and Sunday, on all Tour nights. CLICK HERE

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE- Sat Nov 18, 12 noon and 4pm, Mobile Civic Center

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. CLICK HERE

MARIACHI SOL DE MEXICO DE JOSE HERNANDEZ: A MERRY-ACHI CHRISTMAS - Sat Nov 18, 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre

Latin Grammy nominees Maestro José Hernández and his world-renowned Mariachi Sol de México, are set to perform their Merry Achi Christmas holiday tour. The program showcases the ensemble’s musicianship, playing mariachi favorites as well as the most well-known and beloved Christmas music such as Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, performed mariachi-style by one of the most critically acclaimed mariachis. CLICK HERE

WHITE TIE ROCK ENSEMBLE: A TRIBUTE TO TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA- Fri/Sat 8pm, OWA Theater, Downtown OWA, Foley, CLICK HERE

ICE SKATING AT THE WHARF: - Nov 17-Jan 15, Main Street, The Wharf, Orange Beach

Grab a pair of skates and glide, spin or fall into the season by coasting on blades. CLICK HERE

MOBILE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL- Sat 10am-4pm, The Grounds, West Mobile

The festival provides the atmosphere of world travel, giving the opportunities to meet people from over 70 countries face-to-face, speak different languages, sample some delicious food, learn geography, history, art, social studies, music, science, and, above all, be inspired by our beautiful world and its people. CLICK HERE

PENSACOLA FALL FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL- Sat 11am-7pm, Community Maritime Park, Pensacola

Numerous food trucks and tent/craft vendors. Live music, bounce house and culinary competition. Tempt your taste buds and come hungry. This is a family-friendly event. CLICK HERE

GALLERY NIGHT PENSACOLA: “Fall Shop Small”- Fri 5pm-9pm, Downtown Pensacola

Gallery Night celebrates the small and local shops. Enjoy the cooling weather and keep an eye out for holiday gifts or just cool treats for yourself! From 60+ local artist vendors, live music, food and FUN provided by local businesses, there will be plenty to do and see! CLICK HERE

39th ANNUAL FRANK BROWN SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL - Nov 9th- Nov 19th, various venues along Florida/Alabama Gulf Coast

The 39th annual Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival will feature nationally acclaimed songwriters in venues along the

Florida / Alabama Gulf Coast. More than 175 artists, 210 performances and 31 music stages. The festival is an opportunity for seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s author can express. CLICK HERE

DISNEY’S TARZAN: THE MUSICAL- Thurs-Sat Nov 9-Nov 18, Gates at 5:40pm; Show at 7pm; Outdoors At Langan Park, Mobile

Based on Disney’s epic animated musical adventure and Edgar Rice Burroughs’s classic story of “Tarzan of the Apes,” Tarzan features heart-pumping music by rock legend Phil Collins and a book by TONY Award-winning playwright, David Henry Hwang. High-flying excitement and hits like the Academy Award-winning “You’ll Be in My Heart” as well as “Son of Man” and “Two Worlds” make Tarzan an unforgettable experience at The PACT Theatre Company. CLICK HERE

MEAN GIRLS, HIGH SCHOOL EDITION- Fri/Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm, Joe Jefferson Playhouse, Mobile

Presented by Sunny Side Theater & Drama Camp Productions. CLICK HERE

MOBILE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: BEETHOVEN & BLUE JEANS- Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm, Mobile Saenger Theatre

Beethoven & Blue Jeans celebrates great music in a relaxed and laid-back environment. Even the orchestra will be wearing jeans. Thrill to a dazzling performance by flute sensation Anthony Trionfo – and of course there’s Beethoven, his beloved Pastoral Symphony! Dress down and leave uplifted at one of our most popular concerts of the year. CLICK HERE

JIM BREUER: SURVIVAL WITH LAUGHTER- Thurs 7:30pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre, CLICK HERE

BLUES TRAVELER- Sat 8pm, IP Casino Biloxi, CLICK HERE

MOVIES AT MEYER PARK: THE SUPER MARIO BROTHERS MOVIE- Thurs 6pm, Meyer Park, Gulf Shores

Locals and visitors are invited to bring their lawn chairs and blankets and join us at Meyer Park for a free movie under the stars! CLICK HERE

MARKET IN THE PARK - Sat 7:30am-12noon through Nov 18, Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile

Shop local for fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked goods, jams/jellies, original art, decor, and more! Plus live music each week. CLICK HERE

USA JAGS vs MARSHALL - Sat 4pm, Hancock-Whitney Stadium, Mobile, ESPN+, CLICK HERE

Gameday info, including clear bag policy, HERE

Listen to the Jags all season on 96.1 The Rocket, Sports Talk 99.5 and the free iHeartradio app. Pre-game show starts 2 hours before kickoff. CLICK HERE

ALABAMA vs CHATTANOOGA - Sat 11am, Tuscaloosa, SEC Network, CLICK HERE

AUBURN vs NEW MEXICO STATE- Sat 3pm, Auburn, SEC Network, CLICK HERE

FLORIDA @ MISSOURI- Sat 6:30pm, Columbia, MO, ESPN, CLICK HERE

FLORIDA STATE vs NORTH ALABAMA - Sat 5:30pm, Tallahassee, CW, CLICK HERE

UWF @ DELTA STATE, NCAA Division II Championship - Super Region 2 - Sat, Cleveland MS, CLICK HERE

PENSACOLA ICE FLYERS HOCKEY vs BIRMINGHAM BULLS- Sat 7:05pm, Pensacola Bay Center

It's Star Wars Night, with special character appearances, jerseys and themed entertainment. CLICK HERE

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