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OWA Parks & Resort “Springs into Fun” with a Seasonal Celebration Packed with Festivals, Fundraisers & Family Favorites

March 20, 2026

Foley, Ala — OWA Parks & Resort is blooming with excitement as it unveils its brand-new seasonal celebration, “Spring into Fun,” a vibrant lineup of festivals, family-friendly activities, and community events designed to make the most of spring along the Gulf Coast.

The season kicks off with fan-favorite festivities including the colorful St. Pawttys Parade, the splash-filled Rubber Ducky Regatta, the horsepower-packed Mustang Car Show, and the awe-inspiring Hot Air Balloon Festival, where brilliant balloons paint the sky in breathtaking hues.

In addition to its exciting spring event series, guests can always enjoy thrills all season long at Tropic Falls at OWA, featuring a 23-ride theme park along with both indoor and outdoor waterpark attractions, offering nonstop fun for families visiting during spring break and beyond.

“Spring into Fun is all about celebrating community, creativity, and the joy of the season,” said Ken Leone, OWA Parks & Resort Property Manager. “We’re proud to host events that not only entertain but also bring people together in exciting and meaningful ways.”

With live entertainment, interactive activities, and can’t-miss attractions throughout the property, OWA Parks & Resort invites families, friends, and visitors from across the region to shake off winter and step into a season bursting with color, connection, and fun.

Check out some of the fun events headed to OWA this spring!

  • March 14  ||  St. Pawtty’s Day  ||  Celebrate with your pup at Downtown OWA and be a part of this festive, family-friendly event packed with tail-wagging fun and plenty of ways for your four-legged friends to shine.
  • March 2  ||  RMHC Rubber Ducky Regatta  ||  Get ready for a splash-tacular event at the RMHC Rubber Ducky Regatta, featuring exciting activities, games, and the main event… the thrilling rubber duck race across Lake OWA! Watch as thousands of ducks paddle to the finish line, with the first three winning grand prizes for their adopters.
  • April 11  ||  Gulf Coast Regional Mustang & Mega Car Show  ||  The horsepower returns to Downtown OWA with this annual favorite. Don’t miss this revved-up classic event!
  • April 30, May 1st and 2nd  ||  Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival  ||  The skies glow with this much-anticipated annual event. Get in on the demonstrations, exhibits, entertainment & activities!

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About OWA Parks & Resort: Award-winning OWA Parks & Resort in Coastal Alabama is owned and operated by the Poarch Creek Indians. OWA’s name is derived from a Creek word for “big water,” and the tropical theme of the 520-acre property was inspired by the Gulf of Mexico, minutes away via the Foley Beach Express.

At the heart of OWA is Tropic Falls, which includes a 23-ride theme park and the region’s largest indoor water park—bigger than a football field and covered by a convertible roof. Adjacent to the indoor water park and connected by a retractable wall is Big Water Bay, a 30,000 sq. ft. wave pool and Coastal Curl wave simulator. Just outside the ticketed areas is Downtown OWA. This pedestrian-only streetscape was inspired by Southern small towns and features numerous options for dining, shopping, and entertainment. The destination resort offers a full calendar of events, from Downtown OWA’s own Mardi Gras Parade to the annual Christmas tree lighting with fireworks and snowfall.

For on-site accommodations, relax at OWA’s own award-winning TownePlace Suites by Marriott. And for the RV traveler, Tropic Hideaway is a luxury RV resort that has everything you want, starting with its location at OWA Parks and Resort, just minutes from the Alabama beaches off the Foley Beach Express. The sites are all extra wide and feature a full complement of Wi-Fi and hook ups. Premium locations and pull-through sites are available. OWA is the place in Coastal Alabama to thrill, then chill.