Best Bets

Best Bets

Check your Best Bets before you make your weekend plans, so you don't miss out! We've got local events, concerts and more all along the Gulf Coast.Full Bio

 

Best Bets for the Weekend, Sept 4- Sept 7

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS vs SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA- Sat 6pm, Hancock-Whitney Stadium, USA campus, Mobile, CLICK HERE

For South Alabama Game Day info (parking, clear bag policy, etc) CLICK HERE  

  

2026 PORT CITY CLASSIC: Fort Valley State University vs Tuskegee University - Sat 4pm, Ladd Peebles Stadium, Mobile, CLICK HERE   

TAILGATE CONCERT - Fri 7:30pm, Ladd Peebles Stadium, CLICK HERE

PARADE- Sat 10am, Route Starts At Warren Street, CLICK HERE  

ALABAMA vs EAST CAROLINA- Sat 11am, Tuscaloosa, ABC, CLICK HERE  

AUBURN vs BAYLOR- Sat 2:30pm, Atlanta, ABC, CLICK HERE   

FLORIDA vs FLORIDA ATLANTIC- Sat 6:45pm, Gainesville, ESPN/SEC Network, CLICK HERE 

FLORIDA STATE vs SMU- Monday 6:30pm, Tallahassee, ESPN, CLICK HERE     

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LEANNE MORGAN- THE TIME OF OUR LIVES TOUR– Fri/Sat 7pm (Saturday sold out); Pensacola Bay Center, CLICK HERE    

MOBILE LABOR DAY PARADE- Monday 10am, Downtown Mobile

Labor Day is a time to recognize the enduring contributions of working people in our communities. Again this year, the Southwest Alabama Labor Council will be highlighting locally-made products, by throwing paper towels and toilet paper from Kimberly-Clark. The parade starts and ends on South Lawrence Street, with a route that includes Government St, Royal, Conception, and Canal streets. CLICK HERE  

LIGHT UP LABOR DAY- Sun 6pm-9pm, The Wharf, Orange Beach

Come out for a celebration full of color! There will be music, games, camel rides and FIREWORKS at 8:45 pm! Even a guest appearance from a special character! Then, stick around for the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience show. FREE admission + parking.  CLICK HERE  

STARS STRIPES & SUMMER NIGHTS- Fri/Sat 4pm-10pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

Enjoy FREE live music on OWA Island as talented performers take the stage throughout both evenings with a lineup of country, classic favorites, and crowd-pleasing hits.  CLICK HERE  

OWA LABOR DAY CAR SHOW- Sat 9am-4pm, Downtown OWA, OWA Parks & Resort, Foley

Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a showcase of classic cars, custom builds, trucks, motorcycles, and automotive history. This family-friendly event invites guests to stroll through a display of hundreds of unique vehicles, meet owners, enjoy live judging, and celebrate award-winning automotive craftsmanship.  CLICK HERE  

GULF SHORES SUNSET SERIES CONCERTS: Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band - Thurs: Live DJ from 5-6 p.m., followed by live music from 6-8 p.m, Town Green at Gulf Place, Gulf Shores

In addition to live music, guests can also enjoy free family-friendly activities, including face painting, a balloon artist, and more. Bring your family, 

friends, and lawn chairs for these relaxing evenings overlooking the beautiful white-sand beaches at sunset. CLICK HERE    

DAUPHIN ISLAND SUMMER SUNSET CONCERTS: MODERN ELDORADOS- Sun 5:30pm, Historic Fort Gaines, Dauphin Island

Celebrating Dauphin Island's designation as the "Sunset Capital of Alabama," the Summer Sunset Concerts will feature the Modern Eldorados this Sunday at Historic Fort Gaines. Admission is $5 for adults, but children 12 and under are admitted FREE. Bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages.  CLICK HERE   

DAUPHIN STREET SOCIAL- Fri 6pm-9pm, The Frenchmen, Downtown Mobile

This casual, family-friendly block party will celebrate a variety of different international cultures while supporting local businesses. Many cultural booths will be open during this event, including Brazil, Venezuela, Egypt, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Palestine, Pakistan, Sierra Leone and more. This event is FREE to attend and open to the public.  CLICK HERE  

PENSACOLA’S FIRST FRIDAYS ART WALK- Fri 5:30pm-7:30pm, Downtown Pensacola

First Fridays Art Walk is a monthly celebration of local art in Downtown Pensacola. Explore participating galleries, meet local artists, enjoy live music and refreshments, and discover new exhibitions throughout the evening. CLICK HERE   

BAMBOO WILLIE’S FAMOUS BATHTUB RACES- Sun 11am-8pm Live Music; Races start at 2pm, Bamboo Willie’s, Quietwater Beach Road, Gulf Breeze

A little friendly competition. A lot of cold drinks. Live music from morning to night. And fireworks to close it all out. The Annual Bathtub Race is one of those Pensacola Beach traditions that brings the whole community together — families, friends, neighbors and a whole lot of people who have no business being in a bathtub on the Gulf Coast. $30 for a two-person team. Registration fee includes a bathtub, and 100% of proceeds go to Pensacola Beach Elementary School.   CLICK HERE  

FREE FIRST SUNDAY AT HISTORY MUSEUM OF MOBILE- Sun 1pm-5pm, History Museum of Mobile, Downtown Mobile

Spend the afternoon discovering Mobile’s rich history with FREE ADMISSION to the History Museum of Mobile, Colonial Fort Condé, and Phoenix Fire Museum. At the History Museum of Mobile, meet the Oakleigh Belles, who will bring Mobile’s past to life through engaging storytimes and a fun coloring station for young visitors. At the Phoenix Fire Museum, discover Mobile’s firefighting history and enjoy special architectural tours offered throughout the afternoon. At Colonial Fort Condé, step into the past with a special Fashion Show at 2 p.m.  CLICK HERE   

SEMMES HERITAGE DAY- Sat 10am-2pm, Semmes Heritage Park

This FREE event will feature historical demonstrations, cake walks, plant sales, a bake sale, may pole dances, live entertainment, a petting zoo and Heritage Park's open house.  CLICK HERE  

GULF COAST CLASSIC DOG SHOW- Thurs-Sun, 8am-6pm, Abba Shrine, Hitt Road, Mobile

This is a show celebrating our canine companions. Hosted by the Mobile Kennel Club, this 103rd annual event features four toy shows and four all-breed competitions over four days as well as basic health screening clinics. Free admission.  CLICK HERE   

MOJO BROOKZZ: OUTTA POCKET COMEDY TOUR- Sat 7:30pm and 10pm, Pensacola Saenger Theatre, CLICK HERE

   

THE CHEE WEEZ- Sun 8pm, Hard Rock Biloxi, CLICK HERE  

PALAFOX MARKET-  Sat 9am-2pm, Downtown Pensacola

You'll find the unique, the one-of-a-kind, the precious, the delicious and the off-beat at Palafox Market, now in 2 locations: Palafox Market North at Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza and Palafox Market South at Plaza Ferdinand. Items originate directly from talented onsite vendors who grow, make, or create each item for sale.  CLICK HERE   

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