Graham Creek Nature Preserve is a must-visit on your next leisure day. This park offers activities and annual events for visitors of all ages amidst breathtaking coastal wetlands. Stretch your legs under the ancient oaks and take in the fragrance of sweetbay magnolia as you make your way to one of these fun, upcoming events! [...]
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 [...]
Ready to get a kayak out on the water around Foley? We’ve got some great options, including the city’s Wolf Creek Park at 9575 Wolf Creek Road. This is one of the newer parks in Foley and was designed with eco-tourism in mind. The 20-acre site off Baldwin County 20 on Hance Lane includes a [...]
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 [...]
This time of year, a walk around the local farmers market is colorful, to say the least! Pumpkins are as much a part of autumn in the Foley area as football on Friday nights! And there are plenty to be found at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market, located at 20733 Miflin Road, next to [...]
Want to know where the locals go for seafood? Just stop in at the Fish River Grill No 2. It may not grab your attention at first, sitting in a strip mall on Highway 59. But just wait until the first bite and you will know why it is where locals get their shrimp, fish [...]
