Good morning, Mobile.

Toys R Us returns to the region with a new pop-up at Tanger Mall in Foley that opened this month and offers toys from Marvel, Disney and other leading brands — marking the first comeback in Baldwin County after eight years.

The Mobile Arts Council will debut its inaugural MobTown Mural Festival on Sept.

12-13, featuring live mural painting on downtown walls and movable installations that will transform public spaces. Residents and visitors can interact with artists to experience Mobile’s growing creative scene.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab aquaculture project has harvested about 3,000 undersized redfish from its nearshore platform off Fort Morgan as part of a pilot study in small-scale, native-species farming.

The fish will be distributed at no charge to local markets for sales data.

Dangerous rip currents have kept Gulf Shores and Orange Beach waters closed six days this year as lifeguards educate beachgoers on double red flags.

Lifeguards contacted hundreds of swimmers while local police and officials say standard safety advisories remain to protect everyone, and residents may text ALBEACHES for updates.

Mobile native Bryce Cain aims for a bigger role during Auburn's 2026 season after limited opportunities in 2024 and 2025, and he now competes with experienced receivers in a revamped system plus hopes to boost his role on special teams at spring practice.

Mobile Bay Night of Worship 2026

7-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Experience a city-wide night of worship uniting local churches in an uplifting atmosphere.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Enjoy vinyl nights hosted by local DJs with weekly guest appearances.

An Evening with Hanan Browning

8-10 p.m. — The People’s Room of Mobile — $20 — Experience genre-blending sounds from Hanan Browning alongside talented musicians John Hamilton and Ross Graham.

Fourth of July Celebration: America's 250th Anniversary

5:30-9:30 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Free admission — Celebrate with live music, food trucks, games, and a spectacular fireworks show.

Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland

7-9:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets from $55 — Witness a spectacular blend of Irish dance and music in this epic exploration of Ireland's ancient origins.

Weirdo Record Wednesdays

6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Check calendar for guest DJ lineup — Dive into vinyl nostalgia with local DJs spinning the records you love.

Andy Gross Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of laughter with comedian, magician, and ventriloquist Andy Gross.

CRYRS Concert

9:00 PM — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of CRYRS live in Mobile.

Oddities Market

Afternoon — Slurp Society Asian Eats & Drinks — Free entry — Enjoy drinks, food, and local vendors showcasing art and unique wares in a vibrant indoor market.

Crescent Comedy Open Mic

7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Tickets starting at $5 — Experience a lively showcase of talent with 16 comedians performing quick-fire sets.