The 14th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival will take to the skies and fields of Foley on May 4 and 5, 2018, wowing crowds who come to experience the old-world magic of hot air ballooning. Local balloon pilots, as well as teams from across the U.S., gather together to put on a show [...]
We love Mardi Gras on the Alabama Gulf Coast! Foley will roll out all the stops for the Krewe of Les Beau Geste Parade on Feb. 10. The parade starts at 11 a.m., with lineup at Griffin Park in the center of town, at Roosevelt and Alston streets. The parade rolls north on Alston, turns [...]
It’s that magical time of year again when Foley’s downtown parks transform into a Winter Wonderland. Don’t miss out on any of these fantastic festivities. This year’s Trim-a-Tree runs Nov. 11 through Dec. 21 at the Tanger Outlet Center. More than 150 artists and craftsmen sell their handmade decorations, ornaments and gifts at this annual [...]
Who is ready to catch some beads? We see those hands! You’ll be happy to know the Foley Mardi Gras parade rolls through city streets on the Saturday before Fat Tuesday, and this year that date is Feb. 25. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at Roosevelt and Alston streets, going north on Alston, then [...]
What image comes to mind when you think of a Winter Wonderland? Snowflakes falling? Folks bundled up in hats and gloves? One visit to Foley during the holidays can introduce you to the magic of a small-town Southern Christmas! The city’s downtown absolutely sparkles for the season. In fact, there is something blissful about taking [...]
If your idea of the Christmas season includes lots of lights, children’s activities and Santa sightings, you are in for a happy holiday with the events on the Foley calendar. The annual arts and crafts expo Trim-A-Tree gets everyone in the holiday spirit starting on Nov. 11. It’s open daily through Dec. 21 at the [...]
Y’all ready for some fall flavor? It seems everyone gets excited about pumpkin spice, but that’s not the only seasonal flavor to enjoy in autumn. You’re in for a treat when you discover all the fresh produce and seafood at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to [...]
