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!
Pirates & Princesses Breakfast at The Hangout
The Pirates and Princesses Breakfast at The Hangout in Gulf Shores, AL. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast with the kids that takes place during the summer. Read more
Kids Night at The Wharf
The Wharf in Orange Beach is bringing back Kids Night once a week this summer, focusing purely on the little ones. Family-friendly and safe, this exciting night will take place each Tuesday in Palm Plaza right next to the Ferris Wheel. Read more
SummerTide Theatre presents: Forever Plaid
Fun revue playing this June in Gulf Shores, AL. SummerTide Theatre, part of the University of Alabama Department of Theatre & Dance. This summer they are bringing us: Forever Plaid Read more
Pirates & Princesses Breakfast at The Hangout
The Pirates and Princesses Breakfast at The Hangout in Gulf Shores, AL. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast with the kids that takes place during the summer. Read more
Pepsi Treasure Hunt at The Wharf
Ahoy Maties! Visit The Wharf every Wednesday night this summer from 5-8 pm for the Pepsi Treasure Hunt! This is free and the kids will love it! Read more
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Get details, behind-the-scenes pics, and insider info on all of our favorite events, festivals, and celebrations!
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 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
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
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
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
Photo courtesy Foley Sports Tourism Complex
Foley Sports Tourism: 2019 Events for Sports Lovers
Foley Sports Tourism delivers the action in 2019 Read more
Make it a Legendary Summer 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
