What's on the Calendar
We like to celebrate on the Alabama Gulf Coast. So, you'll find events in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and nearby towns all year long! We've got everything from parades to plays, billfish to beer, concerts to competitions. Looking for a festival? Immerse yourself in shrimp, sausage, zydeco, or hot air balloons. Come to the Coast, experience each season, and revel in...well, the revelry!
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Baldwin Pops Christmas Concert
Baldwin Pops Christmas Concert in Gulf Shores, AL. December 10, 2019 at 7 pm. Free concert, but a toy donation is encouraged Event is first come, first served. Read more
Christmas at OWA
Join us this December for Christmas magic all throughout The Park at OWA and Downtown OWA. Read more
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Ice Skating Rink
Make a winter wish on a snowflake here at The Wharf at our real ice, Ice Skating Rink! Read more
MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS AT BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME
Bellingrath Gardens and Home is celebrating the 24th year of Magic Christmas in Lights in 2019! In this Gulf Coast holiday tradition, guests stroll through a dazzling light display that features more than 1,100 set pieces, 3 million lights and 15 sce Read more
The 52nd Annual Trim a Tree Holiday Arts & Crafts
The Foley Art Center kicks off the 52nd Annual Trim-A-Tree, its annual six-week holiday fine arts, and crafts event on Friday, November 8 at its location in Suite 182 in the Tanger Outlet, Foley. Read more
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Get details, behind-the-scenes pics, and insider info on all of our favorite events, festivals, and celebrations!
We've Got Game: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sporting Events
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are lucky enough (and – if we’re being honest – beautiful enough) to play host to many collegiate national championships and conference championships throughout the year. Read more
Shrimp Festival: Road Closures
Updates from the City of Gulf Shores about road closures related to the 46th Annual National Shrimp Festival. Read more
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism, Leave Only Footprints
Take Care of Your Happy Place
We all love our beautiful beaches here on the Alabama Gulf Coast—and we all play a part in keeping it clean and beautiful. Learn more about the different ways you can help. Read more
An Event for Every Season
In the South, we don’t need much of an excuse to celebrate, and for that reason, you’ll find at a myriad of extraordinary events in every season! Read more
Make it Legendary at OWA
Legends in Concert is now at OWA in Foley, Alabama. With shows six nights a week, your favorite artists are performed by talented impersonators. Read more
6 Things You Have to Do at the Annual National Shrimp Festival
Every October, the Annual National Shrimp Festival takes over the streets of Gulf Shores, Alabama for a long weekend of live music, delicious food, and arts & crafts. Read more
Photo Courtesy Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission
Run the Beach Half Marathon Series
The Run the Beach Half Marathon Series, which takes place in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach throughout the year, is the perfect way to vacation and stay in shape. Read more
Hangout Music Festival - Surf, Sand, Music & Fun!
Gulf Shores, AL is where sand, bands & fans all meet for Hangout Music Festival. Take what you think you know about music festivals and throw it out the tour bus window. Hangout Fest is music’s most luxurious weekend in a pristine beach setting. Read more
Photo courtesy Foley Sports Tourism Complex
Foley Sports Tourism: 2019 Events for Sports Lovers
Foley Sports Tourism delivers the action in 2019 Read more
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving
These Gulf Shores and Orange Beach restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day, and they’re serving up meals that rival Grandma’s cooking! Read more
Photo courtesy of OWA
Fall Festival Comes to OWA
OWA is becoming the go-to spot for all things fall! From friendly ghost and their Park After Dark Series to scary ghouls (Town of Terror) and this year the inaugural Fall Festival on Friday, Saturday & Sunday through Nov 3rd. Fall in love with OWA. Read more
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The Hangout Oyster Cook-Off Craft Spirits & Beer Weekend
Can’t Miss Event: The Hangout Oyster Cook-Off Craft Spirits & Beer Weekend. The Best Place to Eat Oysters & Sip Spirits in Gulf Shores each November on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Read more
