City of Fairhope to Rededicate Fairhope Municipal Pier, South Beach, Rose Garden, and Fountain The City of Fairhope will host a public rededication on Thursday, March 26 at 4:00 p.m. at the Fairhope Municipal Pier. The event marks the completion of nearly $10 million in improvements to the waterfront.

Understanding the Context

Just off the shore of beautiful Mobile Bay sits Fairhope, a warm, friendly and walkable town that radiates southern charm. We're not a big city - in fact, Fairhope still retains much of its original small-town ambiance, but Fairhope is unique in many ways. We're known for our active arts community, beautiful downtown floral displays, recreational trails and events for visitors of all ages ... Their experimental community blossomed and grew into a city.

Key Insights

Now, more than 115 years later, Fairhope's “success” is more than apparent in our bustling downtown, spacious parks, and tree-shaded neighborhoods. We're not a big city - in fact, Fairhope still retains much of its original small-town ambiance, but Fairhope is unique in many ways. The Fairhope Welcome Center is located at 20 N Section Street in Historic Downtown Fairhope. It's open daily and the friendly, knowledgeable staff will help plan your visit and make the most of your time here. For more information, call 251-928-5095.

Final Thoughts

The City of Fairhope is fortunate to own its utilities, including electric, natural gas, water and sewer. This arrangement dates from the town’s earliest days when Fairhope was one of the first towns in the region to offer public water. Services expanded when the town began providing electricity in the 1940s and natural gas in 1950. Today, these city departments serve more than 24,000 ... The 74th Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival returns to downtown Fairhope March 20–22, 2026, bringing one of the nation’s top-ranked arts festivals to our flower-lined streets. Founded in 1953, the festival has grown from a small local showcase into a nationally recognized event featuring artists from across the United States.

Still powered by dedicated volunteers and rooted in tradition, the ... Arts and Crafts Festival | News & Calendar | City of Fairhope, AL The Fairhope Police Department is located adjacent to City Hall at 107 North Section Street in Fairhope. The police department building houses the police administration, the investigations division, a dispatch center, and a full service jail.