Sweet Home Alabama

Gulf Shores

Sugar-white beaches, fresh seafood, championship golf courses, charter fishing trips, wildlife areas, theme parks and playgrounds, Gulf State Park, and Fort Morgan Historic Site and Museum, the site of the Civil War battle of Mobile Bay, are just a few of the things Gulf Shores has in store for visitors. In fact, the events are almost as numerous as the attractions. For example, in October, there’s the world-renowned Annual National Shrimp Festival. Fabulous seafood, arts and crafts, and music make this the event of the season. And the month-long October Fishing Rodeo offers fun and great prizes. In November, local songwriters croon their hearts out at the Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival. Visit www.gulfshores.com for more information.

Attractions

  • Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

    Home to Animal Planet's "The Little Zoo That Could." Explore natural habitats of more than 450 animals. Elevated viewing decks. Animal shows & animal encounters daily during the the summer season.

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

    7000 acres. Large migratory bird stopover Apr., May, Sept. and Oct. Hike trails, walk on five mi. of beach, surf, fish. Monarch butterfly migration mid-October.

  • Cobb Pinnacle 14 Theatres

    Fourteen digital screens, reserved D-Box motion seats, five 3-D screens, Metropolitan Opera Live & Encore Presentations.

  • Cotton Creek at Craft Farms

    Craft Farms, home to state's only Arnold Palmer-designed courses. Rolling fairways,undulating greens. Designed to challenge rather than intimidate. Numerous risk/reward opportunities. Selected "Peoples Choice".

  • Craft Farms

    Craft Farms is family-owned-and-operated resort with two Arnold Palmer signature designed golf courses. Call for tee times.

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Events

  • Fort Morgan Memorial Day Tribute

    May 28, 2012

    May 28, Gulf Shores Fort Morgan Memorial Day Tribute 251-540-7127. Admission charged. Fort Morgan State Historic Site--Uniformed living history interpreters honor the ultimate sacrifice made by America's military throughout nation's history with an artillery salute throughout the day. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

  • Independence Day Fireworks!

    Jul 4, 2012

    Jul 4, Gulf Shores Independence Day Fireworks 251.968.1172. www.gulfshoresal.gov. Gulf Beaches--Celebrate the nation's birthday with fireworks at the beach! This free public display is provided by the City of Gulf Shores and is accompanied by special patriotic music broadcast on Sunny 105.7FM radio. A Gulf Shores tradition. 9 p.m.

  • Fort Morgan Candlelight Tours

    Jun 5-Jul 25, 2012

    Jun 5-Jul 25, Gulf Shores Fort Morgan Candlelight Tours 251 540-7202. Admission charged. Fort Morgan State Historic Site--Living history interpreters in Civil War period dress tell the story of Fort Morgan's Civil War service through historic vignettes based on actual events during special evening tours held each Tuesday during June and July. Jun. 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29., Jul. 6, 13, 20, & 27. 7-8:30 p.m.

  • 2012 Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon and Coastal 'Tri-It-On'

    Sep 8, 2012

    Sept 8, Gulf Shores Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon and Coastal 'Tri-It-On' 205-908-5970 http://team-magic.com/events/alcoastal/index.html. Fee for participants only. The Hangout, Gulf Shores--1.5k gulf swim/40k bike/10k run; 300-yard swim/ 10-mile bike/2-mile run in Orange Beach/ Gulf Shores. Two race distances to choose from and relay teams as an option. 7:30 a.m.-noon.

  • Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon

    Sep 8, 2012

    Welcome to the Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon on the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast! Team Magic is very excited to be working with the cities of Orange Beach and GulfShores to bring you this great destination triathlon for a 6th year. The event will be staged at The Hangout for the 3rd year - expect not only a fabulous race venue but also a great beach party! With two race distances to choose from and relay teams as an option - this event has something for everyone. 1.5k gulf swim / 40k bike / 10k run and 300 yard swim / 10 mile bike / 2 mile run. Visit team-magic.com for details.

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Accommodations

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Restaurants