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!
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny in Gulf Shores on April 20, 2019. What is better than a breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon & sausage? Eating it with the Easter Bunny! Read more
Zydeco, Crawfish Festival
Gulf Shores, Ala – The Waterway Village Zydeco and Crawfish Festival boils up a beaucoup of fun on Saturday, April 20 in Gulf Shores. Read more
Music at Meyer Park
The City of Gulf Shores is excited to announce the 2019 lineup for the Music at Meyer Park concert series. These free springtime concerts have become a fan favorite for locals and visitors alike. Read more
10th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin
Come enjoy a relaxing, family-friendly weekend full of beautiful cars, fun events, shopping, entertainment and Southern hospitality at the 10th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin' at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Read more
Interstate Mullet Toss
The Interstate Mullet Toss and Gulf Coast's Greatest Beach Party is legendary. Read more
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Get details, behind-the-scenes pics, and insider info on all of our favorite events, festivals, and celebrations!
Blooming All Year Long: Bellingrath Gardens and Home in 2018
Every year, there’s a bounty of beauty to behold at Bellingrath Gardens and Home, and 2018 is gearing up to be no different. 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
Photo courtesy Foley Sports Tourism Complex
Foley Sports Tourism: 2019 Events for Sports Lovers
Foley Sports Tourism delivers the action in 2019 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
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
