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!
27th Orange Beach Seafood Festival & Car Show
The Orange Beach Sports Association presents the 27th Annual Orange Beach Seafood Festival & Car Show at The Wharf. Read more
Nina & Pinta Historic Replicas
Historic replicas of Columbus’ ships, the Nina and the Pinta, will arrive at The Wharf on February 15 and remain in port until February 24. Read more
The Wharf: MoonPies on Main - Mardi Gras Parades
Get ready for MoonPies on Main! It’s time for our annual Mardi Gras parades at The Wharf. Read more
Gulf Shores 41st Annual Mardi Gras Parade
The City of Gulf Shores will continue the tradition and celebrate the 41st Anniversary of the Mardi Gras Parade on Tuesday, March 5 at 10 a.m. 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
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Get details, behind-the-scenes pics, and insider info on all of our favorite events, festivals, and celebrations!
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
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
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: 2018 Events for Sports Lovers
2018 has a lot to offer in the world of Foley Sports Tourism! Read more
Fall into the Fun
The Fall is one of the best times to visit Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. With cooler temperatures, lower prices, and fewer people, a fall beach experience is like nothing else in the world. 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
Mardi Gras at the Beach
When you think of Mardi Gras, you can’t help but picture the festivities, merriment and excitement that surrounds the carnival season. And there’s no better place than on the Gulf Coast to get your Mardi Gras fix. Read more
The Wharf Uncorked: A Cause to Savor
In its fifth year, The Wharf Uncorked (September 13-15, 2018) brings new delectable flavors, culinary talent, exotic wines, and, of course, Gulf Coast hospitality to Orange Beach for a worthy cause. Read more
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
