Seasonal Events in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach | Vacation Guide

Discover the top seasonal events happening in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, from winter seafood festivals to summer music and fall air shows.

Winter Events

Seafood Festival & Car Show

Held every February at The Wharf with live music, 100+ artists, and a Kids’ Zone.

Ballyhoo Festival

Juried fine art and cultural exchange with Poarch Creek Indians at Gulf State Park.

Mardi Gras Parades

Colorful land and boat parades in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach each February.

Spring Events

Orange Beach Festival of Art

Art, culinary courts, music stages, and interactive kids’ zones in March.

Wharf Boat & Yacht Show

Top marine brands and boats showcase at The Wharf in March.

Zydeco Crawfish Festival

April brings Louisiana culture, music, and crawfish to Waterway Village.

Interstate Mullet Toss

Legendary beach party and mullet-throwing contest in late April.

Summer Events

Hangout Music Festival

Massive beachfront music fest every May with top artists and vibrant beach culture.

Wharf Amphitheater Concerts

May through October: C Spire series brings big names to Orange Beach.

Blue Marlin Grand Championship

July fishing tournament and weigh-in party at The Wharf.

Alabama Coastal Triathlon

Olympic and sprint triathlon in September—presented by Brett/Robinson.

Bulls on the Beach

Three nights of bull riding on the sand at the iconic Flora-Bama in September.

Fall Events

Freedom Festival

October weekend event with cars, crafts, food, and military appreciation.

Shrimp Festival

Four-day October festival with 100+ hours of music, art, and Gulf Coast seafood.

Blue Angels Air Show

Catch November’s spectacular flyover in nearby Pensacola or beachside in Orange Beach.

Frank Brown Songwriters Festival

Two-week November celebration of the craft of songwriting across the Gulf Coast.

Holly Days on Main

December’s holiday market with lighted boat parades, vendors, and performances.

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