10 June events in Mobile you don’t want to miss out on
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Is your summer schedule suspiciously empty? We’ve rounded up ten of this month’s events in Mobile that you have to try out.
1. LoDa ArtWalk
LoDa Artwalk never disappoints. Enjoy local vendors, creatives and musicians from the community while exploring downtown Mobile for a night that is sure to make it into the books. Even better, Beinville Square is going to be turned into a huge roller rink for the event.
This month’s ArtWalk is in celebration of Pride month and National Candy month.
- LoDa Artwalk: Website | Facebook
- When: Friday, June 10, 6PM-9PM
- Where: Cathedral Square, 300 Conti Street, Mobile, AL, 36602
- Admission: Free
2. Juneteenth: Education through Celebration
Mobile Parks and Recreation is bringing a three day event to Mobile in celebration of Juneteenth. What better way to observe this national holiday then to learn about the history behind it?
With three days of different events, there’s definitely something for everyone. Check out the event’s Facebook page to learn more.
History Talks and Cocktail Hour
- When: Thursday, June 16 5:30PM-7:30PM
- Where: History Museum of Mobile, 111 South Royal St., Mobile, AL 36602
- Admission: Free
African-American Heritage Trail Tours
- When: Friday, June 17 2PM-Sunset
- Where: Dora Franklin Finley African-American Heritage Trail, 111 South Royal St., Mobile, AL 36640
- Admission: Free
Family Fun Celebration
- When: Sunday, June 19 2PM-6PM
- Where: Hope Community Center, 850 Edwards St., Mobile, AL 36610
- Admission: Free
3. Karaoke Soapmaking Party
Bellens Soap Company’s soapmaking party combines some of the greatest things to do on a Saturday night: crafts, karaoke and charcuturie boards.
The best part? Bellens will walk you through every step of making cold process soap, perfectly customized to you.
- Bellens Soap Company: Website | Facebook
- When: Saturday, June 11, 5PM
- Where: Bellens Soap Company, 3700 Government Blvd. Mobile, AL 36693
- Admission: $40
- Tickets
4. Farmers’ Market
This Farmers’ Market is hosted by Christ United Methodist Church as a fundraising event for local and international missions. You’ll be able to find an assortment of local goods, including fresh produce, flowers and artisan goods.
- Farmers’ Market: Facebook
- When: Tuesdays, 2:30-5:30PM
- Where: Christ United Methodist Church, 6101 Grelot Rd., Mobile, AL 36609
- Admission: Free
5. Family Pride Picnic
Head out to the Langan (Municipal) Park Pavilion to celebrate Pride month surrounded by family and friends. With an assortment of vendors, food trucks, games and live performances, celebrating Pride has never been easier.
- Family Pride Picnic: Facebook
- When: Sunday, June 26 12PM-4PM
- Where: Langan Park, 4901 Zeigler Blvd., Mobile, AL, 36608
- Admission: Free
6. Sips & Smokes
Not sure how to treat you dad to something extra special this Father’s Day? Try gifting him a ticket to The Battle House Hotel’s Sips & Smokes event.
The event will feature John Emerald Distillery tasting alongside a high quality cigar on the roof of the Battle House.
- The Battle House Hotel: Website | Facebook
- When: Saturday, June 11 5:30PM-7:30PM
- Where: The Battlehouse Hotel, 26 N Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36602
- Admission: $50
- Tickets
7. Mushroom Foray
Mushroom hunting has a big following in Alabama. Join the guided Mushroom Foray to learn the basics about mushrooms and foraging for them.
All necessary equipment will be provided. Just be prepared for a small hike.
- Mushroom Foray: Facebook
- When: Saturday, June 25 5:30PM-7:30PM
- Where: Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36609
- Admission: $10
- Tickets
8. Saturdays at the Coop
Spend this Saturday night at the Cooper Riverside Park for a live Reggae performance by Everyday People hosted by Visit Mobile and Mobile Parks and Recreation. The event is 100% free and will have food trucks and local vendors present.
Bringing blankets and chairs with you is highly recommended.
- Saturdays at the Coop: Facebook
- When: Saturday, June 11 7PM-10PM
- Where: Cooper Riverside Park, 101 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602
- Admission: Free
9. 4th Annual Jazz & Cocktails
This annual fundraising event for the Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy is a night you don’t want to miss out on. In addition to live jazz performances there will be a raffle, silent auction, “wine pull,” open bar, dancing and great food.
Proceeds go to Ozanam’s mission of providing medicine to low income, uninsured individuals in the Mobile and Baldwin County areas.
- Jazz & Cocktails: Facebook
- When: Friday, June 24 6PM-9PM
- Where: The Grand Hall, 3556 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile, AL 36693
- Admission: $45
- Tickets
10. Mobile Museum of Art’s Makers Market & Open House
Not only does the open house event grant free admission all day to MMoA, but the afternoon brings interactive art activities, a community art activity and individual creative art activities.
The Maker’s Market portion of the event will feature local food vendors, handmade goods available for purchase and live music by the Bailiwick Brothers. You don’t want to miss it!
- Mobile Museum of Art: Website | Facebook
- When: Saturday, June 18 3PM-6PM
- Where: Mobile Museum of Art, 4850 Museum Dr., Mobile, AL 36608
- Admission: Free
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