Craft Beer Festival will be held Friday, November 1 from 6 -11 p.m.
Enjoy tastings of dozens of craft beers and live music. The all-inclusive ticket includes samples from all of our craft brewers and live entertainment all night long. Admission is included with VIP tickets. Taste beers more than 60 beers from over 30 breweries. Tickets are available for the advance price of $40. Your ticket includes specialty beers from all of our craft brewers, live music and our Brew B'que featuring a great lineup of chefs cooking up some of the best BBQ you've ever tasted!

At the Oyster Cook Off, sample oysters from dozens of chefs and restaurants from across the country. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the best with cooking demonstrations and workshops throughout the day. Tasting tickets are available for purchase to use in exchange for oysters during the Oyster
Cook-Off. Pre-sale tasting ticket booklets are $30 for 15 tickets. Tasting tickets do not include admission. Tasting tickets cannot be used to purchase beverages or for purchases at The Hangout Restaurant. Unused tickets have no cash value. Cook-Off begins at 11 a.m.

Don’t miss your chance to take part in the oyster shucking contest. Plus, cheer on contestants during our Bloody Mary Invitational. Admission is $10, children 12 and under are free. Tasting tickets will be available for purchase to sample oysters. Pre-sale tasting ticket booklets are $30 for 15 tickets. Tasting tickets do not include admission.

Best Tasting Tailgate don’t miss a minute of the gridiron action. Watch your favorite team in one of our sports viewing lounges.

Demos and Workshops learn from nationally recognized chefs performing demos and workshops throughout the weekend. The Southeast's hottest chefs will compete in three categories for the best oyster, and you will have the chance to taste them all. Included with Cook-Off admission.

North American Oyster Showcase stop by the North American Oyster Bar to find your favorite oyster. Taste fresh varieties flown in from seven regions: the Pacific Northwest, New England, the Maritimes, British Columbia, the Mid-Atlantic, Baja Peninsula and the Gulf of Mexico.

The Cook-Off isn’t only about oysters. Head over to the main stage for live music from throughout the day, Saturday November 2. The best part? These concerts are included with your Cook-Off admission.

On November 1-2, living historians from all over the country and Japan will be at Fort Morgan to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Peleliu, which took place in the Pacific Theater of Operations during WWII.

From September to November of 1944, US Marines of the 1st Marine Division, Soldiers of the Army’s 81st Infantry Division, along with Navy Seabees fought to take the small island of Peleliu, in the Palau Islands, from the Japanese. Part of Admiral Nimitz Island Hopping Campaign across the Pacific, Peleliu was one of the bloodiest battles of the Pacific War.

On Friday and Saturday, November 1 and 2, over a hundred volunteers will represent WWII Marines, Soldiers, Sailors, and Imperial Japanese Army Soldiers, two of which are flying in from Japan, at Fort Morgan.

Friday will consist of training and firing demonstrations, to include a WWII Flamethrower, an M3 37MM Anti-tank gun from the National WWII Museum, and a variety of US and Japanese small arms. Saturday morning will be more of the same. Additionally, weather permitting, a flight of WWII Grasshopper aircraft like those that flew spotting missions over Peleliu will land at Fort Morgan after 8am.

At 1:30pm Saturday the living historians will conduct a tactical demonstration of the effort to take the airfield at Peleliu. Fighting down the airstrip, Marines, and soldiers will simulate the Peleliu airfield assault, while Japanese reenactors demonstrate Japanese defensive tactics. Weather permitting air support for the Marines is expected to arrive as well.

The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance (GCAA) Art Market, in partnership with the City of Gulf Shores, is held from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The Art Market features original art by local and regional artists and has grown to be a favorite day-long event for locals and tourists.

Just some of the activities include:

* Original Art
* Kid’s art activities
* Local artists
* Local musicians
* Unique Demonstrations

Join Gulf Shores United Methodist Church Mother’s Day Out and Pre-school on Saturday, November 2 from 9am - 3pm for its 11th annual fundraiser, The Harvest - A Festival of Gifts, at GSUMC's south campus behind Zaxby’s.

Proceeds from The Harvest will benefit the Mother’s Day Out and Preschool scholarship fund. Admission is free and the first 200 guests will receive a free shopping bag. 
For more information, call 251-968-4328, or visit gulfshoresumc.org.

Craft Beer Festival will be held Friday, November 1 from 6 -11 p.m.
Enjoy tastings of dozens of craft beers and live music. The all-inclusive ticket includes samples from all of our craft brewers and live entertainment all night long. Admission is included with VIP tickets. Taste beers more than 60 beers from over 30 breweries. Tickets are available for the advance price of $40. Your ticket includes specialty beers from all of our craft brewers, live music and our Brew B'que featuring a great lineup of chefs cooking up some of the best BBQ you've ever tasted!

At the Oyster Cook Off, sample oysters from dozens of chefs and restaurants from across the country. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the best with cooking demonstrations and workshops throughout the day. Tasting tickets are available for purchase to use in exchange for oysters during the Oyster
Cook-Off. Pre-sale tasting ticket booklets are $30 for 15 tickets. Tasting tickets do not include admission. Tasting tickets cannot be used to purchase beverages or for purchases at The Hangout Restaurant. Unused tickets have no cash value. Cook-Off begins at 11 a.m.

Don’t miss your chance to take part in the oyster shucking contest. Plus, cheer on contestants during our Bloody Mary Invitational. Admission is $10, children 12 and under are free. Tasting tickets will be available for purchase to sample oysters. Pre-sale tasting ticket booklets are $30 for 15 tickets. Tasting tickets do not include admission.

Best Tasting Tailgate don’t miss a minute of the gridiron action. Watch your favorite team in one of our sports viewing lounges.

Demos and Workshops learn from nationally recognized chefs performing demos and workshops throughout the weekend. The Southeast's hottest chefs will compete in three categories for the best oyster, and you will have the chance to taste them all. Included with Cook-Off admission.

North American Oyster Showcase stop by the North American Oyster Bar to find your favorite oyster. Taste fresh varieties flown in from seven regions: the Pacific Northwest, New England, the Maritimes, British Columbia, the Mid-Atlantic, Baja Peninsula and the Gulf of Mexico.

The Cook-Off isn’t only about oysters. Head over to the main stage for live music from throughout the day, Saturday November 2. The best part? These concerts are included with your Cook-Off admission.

It’s the perfect place for the family this Halloween season! Head to amusement park at OWA in Foley, Alabama for kid-friendly spooks all October long.

Every Saturday and Sunday from 5-7PM thru Nov. 3, The Park After Dark will feature a variety of kid-friendly events and activities. From pumpkin painting contests to trick-or-treating, The Park After Dark is the perfect Halloween fun for your family. The Park After Dark is free to attend, and parents who do not wish to ride any attractions inside The Park are invited to use our free Non-Rider Entry option. A Day Pass wristband is only required for the hay maze and The Park After Dark’s two (2) Halloween contests.

So grab the kiddos and spend a Halloween-themed evening in The Park as they trick-or-treat, create fun arts and crafts, and make lasting memories!

There are no special tickets for Park After Dark, as it is a free activation inside the amusement park. A regular Day Pass wristband is required for the hay maze and the two (2) contests (pumpkin and costume).

It’s the perfect place for the family this Halloween season! Head to amusement park at OWA in Foley, Alabama for kid-friendly spooks all October long.

Every Saturday and Sunday from 5-7PM thru Nov. 3, The Park After Dark will feature a variety of kid-friendly events and activities. From pumpkin painting contests to trick-or-treating, The Park After Dark is the perfect Halloween fun for your family. The Park After Dark is free to attend, and parents who do not wish to ride any attractions inside The Park are invited to use our free Non-Rider Entry option. A Day Pass wristband is only required for the hay maze and The Park After Dark’s two (2) Halloween contests.

So grab the kiddos and spend a Halloween-themed evening in The Park as they trick-or-treat, create fun arts and crafts, and make lasting memories!

There are no special tickets for Park After Dark, as it is a free activation inside the amusement park. A regular Day Pass wristband is required for the hay maze and the two (2) contests (pumpkin and costume).

The Gulf Shores Recreation Department is hosting a Women’s Self Defense series for women ages 12 and up. Classes will include techniques to defend yourself at home and in public, training by Out of Sight Outfitters, understanding and handling a firearm by Gulf Shores Police, and more!

Join us for these upcoming dates:
Class 1 - October 2
Class 2 - November 6
Class 3 - December 4

Classes are from 5 - 7pm at the Cultural Center, located at 19470 Oak Road West

This program is FREE to the public. There will be a maximum of 20 participants.

To ensure a spot, please pre-register at the Bodenhamer Recreation Center or Cultural Center. For more information please contact the Cultural Center front desk at 251-968-9813 or the program line at 251-968-9818.

The cool-ish crisp days of fall and a kaleidoscope of colors are coming to The Wharf this November for our inaugural Chalk Art Festival! Bring the season to life down Main Street with your colorful ocean-themed creations. You can start your own sidewalk masterpiece for only $5 or stand by and watch the pros create their works of art!

Click here to register:  https://alwharf.com/calendar/2019/11/X77FC7E4F6F~Chalk+Art+Festival.htm

Join us for the Annual Kaiser Coastal Half Marathon, 5k and One Mile run!
Shed your turkey with us at the beach on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Bring the whole family to enjoy the weekend on Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast. From a one mile fun run to a 5k run to a half-marathon, there is a distance for everyone. Enjoy running on the peaceful, scenic paved trails through Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, then join us for the post-race party at the Orange Beach Sportsplex with great food and drink, Gulf Coast style!

Learn about the food web with free eco-educational activities for children 10 and under.

The Gulf Shores Recreation Department is hosting a Women’s Self Defense series for women ages 12 and up. Classes will include techniques to defend yourself at home and in public, training by Out of Sight Outfitters, understanding and handling a firearm by Gulf Shores Police, and more!

Join us for these upcoming dates:
Class 1 - October 2
Class 2 - November 6
Class 3 - December 4

Classes are from 5 - 7pm at the Cultural Center, located at 19470 Oak Road West

This program is FREE to the public. There will be a maximum of 20 participants.

To ensure a spot, please pre-register at the Bodenhamer Recreation Center or Cultural Center. For more information please contact the Cultural Center front desk at 251-968-9813 or the program line at 251-968-9818.

The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance (GCAA) Art Market, in partnership with the City of Gulf Shores, is held from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The Art Market features original art by local and regional artists and has grown to be a favorite day-long event for locals and tourists.

Just some of the activities include:

* Original Art
* Kid’s art activities
* Local artists
* Local musicians
* Unique Demonstrations

Christmas cards, ornaments and all things Christmas at the GCAA Gallery.  We will coordinate with other business on the Open House Trail and will be serving light refreshments all day.

The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance (GCAA) Art Market, in partnership with the City of Gulf Shores, is held from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The Art Market features original art by local and regional artists and has grown to be a favorite day-long event for locals and tourists.

Just some of the activities include:

* Original Art
* Kid’s art activities
* Local artists
* Local musicians
* Unique Demonstrations

Songs from and about the South, y’all!

Beginning with a couple of classic blues songs and ending up somewhere between a smidgen of country with a big ol’ side helpin’ of southern rock, we are bringing y’all some good ol’ music from the south, darlin.  Our journey will go from down at the Crossroads then we might take a midnight train to Georgia or by way of walking in Memphis and back down to the Tallahatchee bridge then over to enjoying some jambalaya on the bayou with a bunch of moseyin’ here, there, and yonder.  Honey, y’all and ya mama and them need to join us as we weave our way through the beauty and richness of the southern sultry sounds of the south.  Presented by Coastal Fringe Productions, showcasing live music and a teeny bit of story tellin’.  Y’all come on out now!

                                           Directed by:   Andrea Plante

Featuring Lisa Cristian and The Bitter End Band

South Baldwin Community Theater

Ballyhoo is a Fine Arts Festival and Cultural Exchange located in the Gulf State Park of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Kick off festival season with Ballyhoo! This exciting festival event is unique in its focus on fine art, combined with cultural charm, and the fun-loving spirit of residents of Coastal Alabama! Enjoy fine art from all across the southeast, local seafood and live music! Join us and you, too, will Ballyhoo!

Ballyhoo is a Fine Arts Festival and Cultural Exchange located in the Gulf State Park of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Kick off festival season with Ballyhoo! This exciting festival event is unique in its focus on fine art, combined with cultural charm, and the fun-loving spirit of residents of Coastal Alabama! Enjoy fine art from all across the southeast, local seafood and live music! Join us and you, too, will Ballyhoo!

Songs from and about the South, y’all!

Beginning with a couple of classic blues songs and ending up somewhere between a smidgen of country with a big ol’ side helpin’ of southern rock, we are bringing y’all some good ol’ music from the south, darlin.  Our journey will go from down at the Crossroads then we might take a midnight train to Georgia or by way of walking in Memphis and back down to the Tallahatchee bridge then over to enjoying some jambalaya on the bayou with a bunch of moseyin’ here, there, and yonder.  Honey, y’all and ya mama and them need to join us as we weave our way through the beauty and richness of the southern sultry sounds of the south.  Presented by Coastal Fringe Productions, showcasing live music and a teeny bit of story tellin’.  Y’all come on out now!

                                           Directed by:   Andrea Plante

Featuring Lisa Cristian and The Bitter End Band