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With warm, sunny days most of the year, any time’s a good time for a celebration in Orange Beach and neighboring Gulf Shores. One of the area’s best-known festivals, celebrating the local shrimping industry, is held every fall. Two others, one in late fall and the other in the spring, showcase local, national, and international musical talent.

More than 300 vendors offering food, arts and crafts, clothing, jewelry, and other retail goods make the National Shrimp Festival one of the nation's most exciting outdoor events. The four-day festival, held on the beach in Gulf Shores, attracts some 250,000 visitors annually and is one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s top-rated events.

The Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival, held each November at various spots in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and other nearby communities, offers nearly two weeks’ worth of live musical entertainment. It's named for the late Frank Brown, a music fan who worked as night watchman at the legendary Flora-Bama Lounge for 28 years. The festival was founded as a venue for aspiring writers and musicians to showcase their work.

Since it was first held in 2010, the Hangout Music Fest has grown into a nationally recognized event featuring both established performers and talented new faces. Set up on the beach in Gulf Shores, Hangout Fest stages have hosted such music greats as Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, the Dave Matthews Band, Jack White, the Zac Brown Band, and the Foo Fighters.

in addition to these star attractions, there are plenty of other special events scheduled year-round in the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area – concerts, theater and dance performances, wine tastings, food festivals, and arts and crafts shows. Check out our calendar of events for an up-to-date list of what's going on while you're in town.

September - 2023

Jamell Richardson

When: Sept 29, 2023
Where: The Wharf 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, AL
"The Gulf Coast Blues Boy" with his blues and soul music will be in concert.

The Invasion Haunted House

When: Everyday between Sept 29 - 30, 2023
Where: Check website for details
Fridays - Sundays you can visit a most terrifying haunted house.
More Info: visitor.com/invasion

October - 2023

The Invasion Haunted House

When: Everyday between Oct 1 - 31, 2023
Where: Check website for details
Fridays - Sundays you can visit a most terrifying haunted house.
More Info: visitor.com/invasion

Bama Coast Cruisin' and fall show

When: Everyday between Oct 6 - 7, 2023
Where: The Wharf - Main Street 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, AL
Admire the streets lined with classic cars and hot roads and fall show.

3rd Annual Orange Beach Freedom Fest

When: Oct 8, 2023
Where: The Wharf 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, AL
There will be patriotic booths from the Orange Beach police & fire department who will be hosting a kids' zone with plenty of activities on Friday. Saturday there will be food vendors, local arts and live music.

Outlaw Music Festival

When: Oct 8, 2023 4:05 PM
Where: The Wharf Amphitheatre 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, AL 36561
Featuring Willie Nelson and Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov't Mule & Elizabeth Cook

Oktober Fest

When: Oct 9, 2023
Where: Flora-Bama
If you have your lederhosen, or leather breeches which was the work wear for peasants you can grab a free drink upon entry and enjoy some complimentary German food. Live music from the polka band.

Hardy & Lainey Wilson in Concert

When: Oct 14, 2023 7:30 PM
Where: The Wharf Amphitheatre 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, AL 36561

Howl-o-ween Dog Costume Contest

When: Oct 14, 2023
Where: Downtown OWA
There will be different categories for your pooch to to enter for a chance to win in cash prizes. You can register online.
More Info: visitor.com/howl-o-ween

Monster Bash Costume Contest

When: Oct 28, 2023
Where: OWA Island Amphitheater
There will be different categories to sign up for all ages. You can pre-register online. Cash prizes will be rewarded.
More Info: visitor.com/monster-bash/

Halloween Contest

When: Oct 31, 2023
Where: Flora-Bama Big Tent
Cash prizes will be awarded for the most elaborate costumes. Check the website for details
More Info: florabama.com/halloween

November - 2023

Frank Brown's Sonngwriters Festival

When: Everyday between Nov 9 - 19, 2023
Where: Different Venues Check website
Featuring over 200 nationally acclaimed songwriters in different venues along the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast. You will learn the stories behind the words.
More Info: florabama.com/frank-brown-festival

Flora-Bama's Thanksgiving Potluck

When: Nov 23, 2023
Where: Flora-Bama
Join in this special day of thanks at the Flora-Bama. There will be turkey and ham and guests are encouraged to bring a covered dish. Lunch will be served at 1pm.
More Info: florabama.com/thanksgiving-potluck

December - 2023

Santa Drop at Flora-Bama

When: Dec 9, 2023
Where: Flora-Bama 17401 Perdido Key Drive Perdido Key, FL 32507
Santa will make his arrival skydiving onto the beach and heading in the Tent for pictures. There will be plenty of entertainment and games for the kids prior to Santa's arrival.

Annual Christmas Potluck

When: Dec 25, 2023
Where: Flora-Bama
Celebrate a traditional Christmas celebration at the Flora-Bama. Turkey and ham will be provided and guests are encouraged to bring a covered dish.

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