What's on the Calendar
We like to celebrate on our stretch of the 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 seafood, music, and hot air balloons. Come to the Gulf Coast, experience each season, and revel in... well, the revelry!
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Mobile Big Game Fishing Club's Gulf Coast Masters
The Mobile Big Game Fishing Club hosts the 2022 Gulf Coast Masters. Join us for a week of fun at the Orange Beach Marina on May 23-29, 2022. See the event website for more information and schedule. Read more
May 23, 2022May 28, 2022
S'mores on the Shore
Campfires, music and s’mores will be the scene as the City of Gulf Shores hosts S’mores on the Shore on Thursday, May 26. The fun is set to begin at 6 p.m. and will take place at Gulf Place, 101 Gulf Shores Parkway. Read more
May 26, 2022
OWA Memorial Day Celebration
Join OWA as we honor our heroes at our 2022 Memorial Day Weekend Party on May 27-29, 2022. This fan-favorite event is jam-packed with family-friendly games, kid’s crafts, live entertainment, and fireworks sure to please all ages. Read more
May 27, 2022May 29, 2022
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Pepsi Beach Ball Drop
The annual Pepsi Beach Ball Drop at The Wharf is taking place Friday, May 27. There will be dozens of family-friendly activities onsite, including a surf simulator, bouncy house, bubble zone, rock wall, face painting, camel rides + more. Read more
May 27, 2022
Miss Memoria Day Bikini Contest
The Miss Memorial Day Bikini Contest will be taking place in the Flora-Bama tent where there will be plenty of admirers to cheer you on. Grab your favorite bikini, round up the squad, and come join the party on Saturday, May 28th at 3pm! Read more
May 28, 2022
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Sparks After Dark - Fireworks Show
Sky rockets. Pyrotechnics. Fire flowers. Light showers. Experience the snap, crackle and pop of Fireworks every Monday all summer long. Read more
May 31, 2022
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Kids' Night at The Wharf
Kids' Night is back every Tuesday at The Wharf this Summer with live music, face painting and more! Read more
May 31, 2022
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Pepsi Treasure Hunt for Hunger
Bring your crew down to The Wharf of Wednesdays throughout the summer to search for treasure and win some gold! Read more
Jun. 01, 2022
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Bands After The Beach
Featuring live music from local bands each week, it’s a great time to kick-off a fun weekend ahead! Read more
Jun. 02, 2022
Jimmy Buffet & The Coral Reefer Band
JIMMY BUFFETT & THE CORAL REEFER BAND returning to The Wharf Amphitheater on June 2, 2022 as part of the "Life On the Flip Side Tour." Read more
Jun. 02, 2022
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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
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
Hangout Music Festival Facebook Page
5 Gulf Coast Events You Don’t Want To Miss
From multi-million dollar boat shows to fish-flinging beach parties, the Alabama Gulf Coast offers fun-filled events for visitors of all ages. 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
