Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at OWA Enjoy a Car Show, Fireworks, Live Music and More!

August 26, 2024

Foley, Ala.— Send summer off in style at OWA’s Labor Day Weekend Celebration! Join us for a fun-packed, family-friendly event that celebrates the spirit of Americana with live music, games, movies, and so much more. It’s the perfect way to bring the community together in a festive salute to American traditions.

Friday, August 30
The festivities kick off at noon with a special meet-and-greet with Tuki the Toucan, followed by free kids’ games and activities throughout the afternoon. At 4 p.m., make your way to Big Water Bay inside Tropic Falls for a special Dive-In Movie screening of “Remember the Titans” on the big screen.*

Saturday, August 31
The highlight of the weekend is the return of the OWA Labor Day Car Show, now in its sixth year. Hosted by the First Baptist Church of Foley, car enthusiasts can explore an impressive display of vehicles, from classic hot rods to modern custom builds, lining the streets of Downtown OWA. Starting at 3 p.m., enjoy lawn games on OWA Island, including giant checkers, ladder golf, and cornhole. The evening continues with live performances by singer-songwriter Jenna McClelland at 5:30 p.m., followed by Brendan Giles with his piano-driven junk-boogie rock and roll at 7:30 p.m. The night concludes with a spectacular red, white, and blue fireworks show synchronized to patriotic music at 8:50 p.m.

Sunday, September 1
The fun doesn’t stop on Sunday! Enjoy more kids’ activities and lawn games throughout the day. At 4:30 p.m., Duhe and Daboys will take the stage on OWA Island, leading into a kids’ flag football game at 6 p.m. on the festival grounds. The weekend wraps up with a live performance by the Tobacco Road band, blending country and rock, starting at 6 p.m.

Don’t miss this exciting weekend of entertainment, community, and celebration at OWA!

*Event times and activities are subject to change. For more information visit https://visitowa.com/labor-day-weekend/

*Tropic Falls admission ticket or pass is required for the Dive-In movie night and activities behind the gates.

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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.