The Gabber: August, 5, 2021

All Things Gecko

Your Full Guide to Gulfport’s Favorite Season

By Abby Baker

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The reptilian fun seems endless, but the Gabber has your to-do list for a complete Gecko itinerary this 2021.

First up, the Gecko Art Show, Friday, August 6 from 5-7 p.m. at Catherine Hickman Theater lobby, 5501 27th Ave. S. The show features 10 works by local artists displayed for a

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brief night and pre-bid, before settling in 10 Gulfport businesses before a final auction at Gecko Ball.

All proceeds go to local charities.

“I think people are excited because Gulfport loves Gecko World,” said chair of the Gecko festivities Brittney Sherley. “This year, the events are happening again finally, and it’s just a positive celebration in general.”

Gecko Crawl on Saturday, August 14 will unfold at drinking establishments along Gulfport’s Waterfront District from 4 to 9 p.m. with an after-party at O’Maddy’s at 9:30 p.m.

The sunset event is essentially a giant pub crawl poker game where crawlers wander to various Gulfport restaurants and bars – Caddy’s, Isabelle’s Restaurant, Neptune Grille and more – to imbibe and collect poker cards.

Prizes for the best poker hands will be dealt at O’Maddy’s after-party.

“Everything Gecko related is just a big celebration of a diverse, beautiful community,” Sherley said.

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