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Fairhope's Big World Bash, hosted by Children of the World

  • Fairhope Pier 1 Beach Rd Fairhope, AL (map)

The 2019 Big World Bash was a HUGE success! Enjoy some of the photos we snapped along the way!


THIS EVENT HAS CONCLUEDED

The information below remains for archival purposes and the enjoyment of remembering.

Children of the World, Inc. invites everyone to explore cultures from across the world at this year’s Big World Bash. The festival is open to all, free to attend, and held in the South Park area of Fairhope Pier on Saturday, Nov. 9th from 11-3pm.

Preceded by the “Big World Bash Fun Run/Walk”, REGISTER HERE, the bash will provide dozens of experiences, games, sights and sounds for the entire family!

CLICK HERE for more on the countries and cultures to experience at Big World Bash

CLICK HERE to sponsor, and have your logo printed on the Fun Run t-shirt!

Big World Bash Fun Run / Walk

What to know about the race:

  • The race starts at 9:30am with all participants off the course by 10:30am.

  • Race Sign-In/t-shirt pickup is from 8:30-9:30am

  • Pre-Registration Only - $25.00, includes t-shirt (P.S. This t-shirt is approved by Fairhope Schools to be worn on Fridays!)

  • Individual shirts may also be purchased in advance, without registering for the race. CLICK HERE

  • There will only be a limited number of shirts available to purchase day-of ($20, cash only)

 
 
  • The race course is just over 1 mile long and consists of the “Duck Pond Path”, located at the North Side (Right) of Fairhope Pier. Our starting point will be at the entrance of this area, just past the guard house. This is not a closed course.

  • On-duty officers and volunteers will be present on the track - however, the city does not permit city the paths/streets to be blocked to traffic for the purposes of a fun run.

  • Participants must sign a waiver before they’ll be allowed to race. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants under 18 must have waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Waivers will be available the morning of the race.

  • Click here to preview the waiver or print one for a minor to bring them.

  • Individuals participate at their own risk and must remain responsible for themselves and their children before, during, and after the event; following traffic laws and moving aside for vehicles if necessary.

To register

or purchase a shirt

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Have your company/organization’s logo printed on the t-shirt.

For more information, prices, and to pay for sponsorship ONLINE

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It’s a BIG WORLD!

Volunteers and those passionate about specific countries are collaborating to offer attendees a spectacular variety of hands-on experiences!

We have plans to display from India, China, Eastern Europe & Russia, Central America, South America, and Africa. As you navigate through the festival, each country/region will have artisans and/or performers to teach and allow you to try various traditional arts: music, dance, artwork, handcrafting, and more!

Also - learn to play games from other countries, purchase trinkets and candies from our international marketplace, and build your passport photo album as you snap selfies in our photo booths along the way!

Want to learn more or get involved? Email MaryBeth Rouse for more information