Is your calendar looking a little empty now that the holidays are over? Don't worry—there are plenty of exciting events to keep you busy in Mobile and Baldwin County this month. Here are a few our expert real estate advisors plan on checking out and details on how you can join in, too. 

• Mobile Marathon - 111 S. Royal St., Mobile, 36602 AL
  Start your new year on the right foot by enrolling in the Mobile Marathon on January 12th. This event offers five races, including individual and relay versions of full and half marathons. There's also a lower-stakes Fun Run for those who don't run regularly but still want to participate. Tickets cost between $16.90 and $144.10, depending on the events you want to compete in. All proceeds go to the First Light Community Foundation of Mobile, a local organization that provides supportive housing for people with intellectual disabilities.
  
  
• Something Blue Bridal Show - 26 N. Royal St., Mobile, AL 36602
  If you or your loved ones are planning a wedding next year, the Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa's 2025 Something Blue Bridal Show is well worth a visit. You'll get to view the latest wedding collections available at local boutiques, enjoy catering samples, and network with the best wedding industry professionals from around our Mobile and Baldwin County homes for sale. The event is ticketed and scheduled for January 12th from 2:30–5 p.m. Early bird tickets are available for $20 until January 10th ($25 if purchased after that date). All proceeds go toward funding local food pantry Prosidee Pantry.
  
  
• Gulf States Horticultural Expo - 1 S. Water St., Mobile, AL 36602
  Do you work in a garden store, greenhouse, landscaping company, or other green industry business? The Gulf States Horticultural Expo has a wealth of learning and networking opportunities for you. The three-day event begins on January 22nd with a day of education sessions run by industry leaders, covering everything from weed and pest control to automation and financial strategy. The trade show portion is set for the 23rd and 24th and includes exhibitions from plant nurseries, gardening suppliers, research organizations, and many other businesses whose products or services might be helpful to your work.  
  
  
• Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market - 781 Farmers Market Lane, Foley, AL 36535
  The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market is a weekly event where entrepreneurs from local farms, fisheries, and small businesses can sell their wares. Whether you're looking for fresh fruit for your kids' lunches or flaky trout fillets for a special home-cooked dinner, it's a great place to stock up on wholesome local food. It's open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmers Market Lane pavilion near our Foley homes for sale, so why not come down and see what you can find?
  
  
• Fairhope Foodie – 100 N. Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532
  If you've been meaning to get better acquainted with the many restaurants near our Fairhope homes for sale, now's your chance. The Fairhope Foodie is a three-hour walking tour that takes participants on a journey to five of the top eateries around town. You'll taste everything from soups and sandwiches to beignets and ice cream, all while knowledgeable local tour guides share fascinating facts about the city's culture and history. Tours run from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. every Friday and Saturday and cost $79 per person, including food and gratuities. 

January 2025 South Alabama Community Events Calendar

You won't want to miss these other events happening around our area this month:

Mobile County 

1. The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine Presents Swan Lake
   January 7, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., Saenger Theatre
2. Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
   January 9, 6 – 8 p.m., Mardi Gras Park]
3. Black Jacket Symphony Presents Abbey Road
   January 10, 8 – 10:30 p.m., Saenger Theatre
4. Dauphin Island Gumbo Festival
   January 25, Lemoyne Drive, Dauphin Island 

Baldwin County

1. Flora-Bama Polar Bear Dip
   January 1, 12 – 3 p.m., Flora-Bama
2. 2025 Pull for Pulmonary Charity Clay Shoot
   January 17, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bushy Creek Clays and Events
3. Young Professionals Summit 2025
   January 24, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Grand Hotel
4. The Big Beach Marathon
   January 25 - 26, The Hangout
5. Gumbo & Alabama Slammer Festival
   January 25, 10 a.m., Heritage Park

There are dozens more events just like these happening every month around Mobile and Baldwin County. Contact us today to start looking for a home in the area where you can enjoy all the fun gatherings this city has to offer.