There is no excuse to be bored this weekend. None. Period.
This weekend is jam-packed with fun up and down Baldwin County. Strap on your walking shoes and kick off your weekend at the 72nd Annual Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival. Then, head to The Wharf and drool over the latest and greatest boats, yachts and marine equipment at The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show. Next, grab your pickleball pal and head to OWA for the grand opening of Baldwin County's first indoor pickleball facility. On Sunday, artists can head to Blakeley State Park for a day of natural inspiration. For those wanting to enjoy some live music, make plans to head to The Frog Pond for Sunday Social. Finally, how are you celebrating St. Patrick's Day? There are loads of bars and restaurants with specials, but our pick is Papa Rocco's St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl. Wherever you go and whatever you do, have fun and be safe.
If our list missed the mark for you, visit our event calendar at www.GulfCoastMedia.com for more events happening this weekend or beyond. Search for events by distance from your home city or vacation spot.
Annual Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival
- What: The idyllic streets of downtown Fairhope will fill with artists from across the U.S. The weekend-long event is an annual tradition for artists, residents and visitors. Stroll the booths, enjoy a bite to eat from the food court and enjoy live entertainment. The event is rain or shine. For more information on participating artists, food vendors, or entertainment schedules, visit www.fairhopeartsandcraftsfestival.com.
- When: Friday, March 15- Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Where: Downtown Fairhope
The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
- What: It is almost time to get out on the water and if you are looking for a new boat or just dreaming of one, The Wharf Boat and Yacht Show is the place to go. For three days, over $100 million in boats and marine products will be on display at The Wharf. The event benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.wharfboatshow.com.
- When: Friday, March 15 -16, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Where: The Wharf, 4550 Main St., Orange Beach
- Price: Daily admission is $15
Pickleball at OWA Grand Opening
- What: Baldwin County Pickleball fanatics can now play year-round, rain or shine. OWA invites the community to come out and celebrate the grand opening of Pickleball at OWA. The facility is the first climate-controlled pickleball facility in Baldwin County. Come for the celebration and stay for the raffles and clinics. For more information, visit www.pickleballowa.com.
- When: Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m.
- Where: Downtown OWA, 200-A N. OWA Blvd., Foley
Live at The Frog Pond Sunday Social
- What: The music returns to The Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm. The spring schedule is out and now is the time to secure your seat at this unique venue. Bring your lawn chair and be prepared for a wonderful time. For more information or to reserve your seat (required), visit www.thefrogpondatbluemoonfarm.com.
- When: Sunday, March 17, 31; April 7, 14, at 3 p.m.
- Where: 19479 Rada Road, Silverhill, AL
- Price: $40
Art in the Park – Blakeley State Park
- What: Immerse yourself in natural beauty and be inspired. The Art in the Park spring programming series will enable participants to recognize and overcome the obstacles to tapping into the creative side. Bring a journal or notebook, drawing and writing tools, a chair or easel and your creativity.
- When: Sunday, March 17, 1-3 p.m.
- Where: Blakeley State Park, 34745 State Highway 225, Spanish Fort
- Price: The event is free with regular-day admission
Papa Rocco's 2024 St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
- What: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a pub crawl in Gulf Shores. The annual tradition should not be missed.
- When: Sunday, March 17, 8 a.m.
- Where: Papa Rocco's Pizza, 101 W. 6th Ave. Highway 59, Gulf Shores
- Price: $5 cash entry fee
