Robin's Blog for Dauphin Island

On Dauphin Island, fireworks will cap off a day of festivities on the island's West End Beach, at the west end of Bienville Boulevard.

Normal fees for use of the public beach apply from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.: $5 per vehicle (includes driver) plus $3 for each passenger. Children 12 and younger are free. Amenities and features include lifeguards, security guards, air conditioned restrooms/comfort stations, playground equipment for children and food and beverage vendors.

On Saturday, additional activities at the beach will include live music, karaoke and a variety of games. Grills, pets and outside alcohol are prohibited; alcoholic beverages will be available from on-site vendors.

After 6 p.m., admission to the area will be free. A fireworks display will begin about 9 p.m.

A shuttle service will ferry visitors to the beach from other parking areas throughout the day. The cost to ride will be $1 per person, or 50 cents for senior citizens, until 6 p.m. After 6 p.m., the shuttle service will be free. Shuttle stops include parking areas at Green Park on LeMoyne Drive, DeSoto Property on DeSoto Avenue across from the police department and the Public Beach next to the elementary school house.