calendar of events

 

 

Jan. 11 – May 11: Our Body, The Universe Within, Mobile. The Gulf Coast Exploreum presents an ongoing educational exhibit featuring 11 whole-body specimens and 75 anatomical displays. Admission is $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $17 for children ages 2-12. For more information, call (251) 208-6852.

March 5 – 9: 15th Annual Festival Of Flowers, Mobile. The show will include a floral design showcase, tablescapes, horticulture exhibits, seminars, demonstrations and a garden café. Admission is $10 in advance and $12 the day of the show. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (877) 777-0529, or visit www.festivalofflowers.com.

March 7 – 9: Biloxi Boat & RV Show, Biloxi. The event, which feature more than 100 exhibitors, will be held at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum on Friday from noon to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission will be charged. For more information, call (251) 478-7469.

March 14 – 15: Chicago, Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Biloxi. This iconic band, whose catalog spans the last 30 years, will perform at the Beau Rivage Theater at 8 p.m. each night. For tickets prices and more information, call (888) 566-7469.

March 14 – 16: 56th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, Fairhope. More than 245 exhibitors are expected to line the streets of downtown Fairhope along with food and beverage vendors. Free admission. For more information, call (251) 621-8222, or visit www.eschamber.com.

March 16: 22nd Annual Shenanigan’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Gulfport. The parade will include more than 50 units featuring antique cars, floats, marching bands, bagpipers and more. For more information, call (228) 863-0907.

March 29: 31st Annual Azalea Run, Mobile. The 10K road race will take place in the streets of downtown Mobile with more than 10,000 racers of all ages and skill. Also featured is a two-mile “Fun Run,” plus other planned activities. For more information, call (251) 473-7223, or visit www.pcpacers.com.

March 29: Elberta German Sausage Festival, Elberta. This annual event will include authentic German fare, music, dancing, arts and crafts and children’s activities. For more information, call (251) 986-5805, or visit www.elbertafire.com.

April 5 – 6: 21st Annual Home & Garden Show, Biloxi. Featured exhibitors include displays in home design, new construction, interior decorating, kitchens, baths, appliances, lighting and much more. Admission will be charged. For more information, call (228) 896-7646.

April 18 – 20: Widespread Panic, The Amphitheater at The Wharf, Orange Beach. This touring jam-band will return for their second concert at the venue after 2007’s sold-out, two-night performance. Tickets are $36 and gates open at 7 p.m. For more information, call (251) 434-0033.

April 25-27: Lord Of The Dance, Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Biloxi. The Irish musical and dance production created by choreographer Michael Flatley will be performed at the Beau Rivage Theater. For ticket prices and show times, call (888) 566-7469.

April 25 – 27: 24th Annual Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach Party, Flora-Bama Lounge and Package. This event draws thousands of attendees each year for a weekend of mullet tossing, music, food and fun. Gate opens at 9 a.m. and admission is $5 for adults over the age of 21. Parking is $10. For more information, call (850) 492-0611, or visit www.florabama.com.

May 3-4: 7th Annual Jackson Count Sheriff’s Rodeo, Vancleave. The family event will feature calf roping, steer wrestling, team roping, breakaway roping, barrel racing, bull riding and much more. Admission will be charged, and events begin at 7:30 nightly. For more information, call (228) 826-5665.