Year-Round Events

Discover seasonal events in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, from seafood festivals to music concerts, near Gulf Shores Alabama hotels.

Winter Events

Seafood Festival & Car Show

Enjoy live music, 100+ artists, and a Kids’ Zone in February at The Wharf.

Ballyhoo Festival

Explore fine art and Poarch Creek Indian culture at Gulf State Park.

Mardi Gras Parades

Catch colorful land and boat parades in February, near Gulf Shores Alabama resorts.

Spring Events

Orange Beach Festival of Art

Enjoy art, music, and kids’ zones in March.

Wharf Boat & Yacht Show

See top marine brands at The Wharf in March.

Zydeco Crawfish Festival

Savor Louisiana culture and crawfish in April.

Interstate Mullet Toss

Join the legendary mullet-throwing beach party in April.

Summer Events

Hangout Music Festival

Vibe with top artists at the beachfront festival in May.

Wharf Amphitheater Concerts

Enjoy big-name concerts from May to October.

Blue Marlin Grand Championship

Join the July fishing tournament at The Wharf.

Alabama Coastal Triathlon

Race in the Olympic and sprint triathlon in September.

Bulls on the Beach

Watch bull riding on the sand at Flora-Bama in September.

Fall Events

Freedom Festival

Celebrate with cars, crafts, and military appreciation in October.

Shrimp Festival

Enjoy music, art, and seafood over four days in October.

Blue Angels Air Show

Watch a spectacular flyover in November from Pensacola or Orange Beach.

Frank Brown Songwriters Festival

Celebrate songwriting across the Gulf Coast for two weeks in November.

Holly Days on Main

Shop a holiday market with boat parades and performances in December.