May 1 – June 21: Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival
Bellingrath Gardens • 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore.
5 p.m. – 10 p.m., Thurs. – Sun. Wander through a luminous dreamscape with glowing animals, plants and mythical creatures at this breathtaking display of color and light. Tickets: $26 for adults, $22 for kids and $2 for children 4 and under.
May 7: Fairhope Girl’s Night Out
Downtown Fairhope
4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sip and shop with your girls at one of Downtown Fairhope’s most popular events. More than 100 downtown businesses will participate, offering exclusive discounts, door prizes, complimentary refreshments and live entertainment. Tickets: $40.
May 7: Blues Traveler
Saenger Theatre • 6 S Joachim St.
6:30 p.m. doors open, 7:30 p.m. show starts. The multi-platinum rock band will perform in Mobile for one unforgettable night. Ticket prices vary.
May 9: Fairhope Rotary Steak Cook-Off
Downtown Fairhope
7 p.m. – 10 p.m. More than 30 cook teams will compete for bragging rights while serving up their best bites for you to enjoy. Help Rotary members support your local community while enjoying steak, drinks and live music under the stars.Ticket prices vary.
May 15 – 17: Venture Out
Gulf State Park • 20115 State Park Road, Gulf Shores.
This three-day, family-friendly festival features a variety of outdoor activities, including nature walks, guided tours, a cookout and more.
May 15 – 17: Mobile County Master Gardeners Tour of Gardens
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fri. – Sat., 12 – 4 p.m. Sun. One ticket lets you explore up to eight of Mobile County’s most beautiful gardens. Experience them all in one day or spread your visits out over the weekend. Tickets: $20.
May 16: Willie Nelson & Family
The Amphitheater at The Wharf • 23101 Canal Rd, Orange Beach.
7:30 p.m. The one and only Willie Nelson performs live with special guest Lily Meola. Ticket prices vary.
May 23 – 24: Mobile Pops Memorial Day Concert
(Sat.) Medal of Honor Park • 1711 Hillcrest Rd
(Sun.) Spanish Fort Community Center • 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort.
6 p.m. Join the Mobile Symphonic Pops Band for their annual Memorial Day concert. Admission is free.
May 25: Dave Matthews Band
The Amphitheater at The Wharf • 23101 Canal Rd, Orange Beach.
7:30 p.m. The unforgettable sound of DMB blends influences from rock, blues, jazz and more at this one spectacular performance. Ticket prices vary.
May 28: Food Truck Fest
Mobile Museum of Art • 4850 Museum Dr.
3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sample dishes from more than 15 delicious food trucks and view the Mobile Museum of Art’s beautiful exhibits. Event is free.
