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52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival

52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival

October 9th, 2025 - October 12th, 2025Event has already occurred

Gulf Shores

Savor fresh from the gulf seafood at the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival during this four-day event  Since 1971 our festival has been FREE to attend, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Come out and join 100,000 of your closest friends to see over 300+ food & art vendors along with two stages showcasing local & national entertainment acts. 

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    • 101 Gulf Shores Parkway
    • Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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    Directions

    Where Hwy 59 meets the beach

    Region

    Gulf Shores is located in the The Gulf Coast Area of the Beaches Gulf Coast Region

    Where to Stay

    Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores

    With over 35 years of experience in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals has one of the largest collections of beachfront condominiums, hotels and beach houses on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

    Southport Campground

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    Serenity Now Beach House

    Gulf front beach house, private heated pool, 5 bedrooms (en-suites) and 5 bedrooms (sleeps 14), two bedrooms downstairs and three bedrooms upstairs. 75" TV in the downstairs den and a 65" TV in the upstairs den.

    Courtyard Gulf Shores Craft Farms

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    Island Retreat RV Park

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    Beachside Resort Hotel

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    Sanctuary at Sawgrass

    Sanctuary at Sawgrass is a large second tier beach home located in the exclusive Morgantown community that has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 levels of large decks with gorgeous Gulf views. Walk across the street to the beach access and find sand unde...

    Beachball Properties

    Beachball Properties represents premium condos and privately-owned homes along the beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast.

    Comfort Inn & Suites Gulf Shores

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    Where to Eat

    Sugarbug Bakery & Catering

    We specialize in wedding cakes, custom cakes, catering and party platters for any occasion. Sugarbug also offers complete "A to Z Beach Wedding Packages" at affordable prices.

    Amelia's Deli and Catering

    Amelia's is a family owned and operated deli offering homemade soups, salads, desserts and a great assortment of sandwiches. We also offer award winning catering.

    Foodcraft

    Foodcraft Restaurant at The Lodge at Gulf State Park is home to hand cut steaks, local oysters, coastal favorites and stunning views. Relax with a regional craft beer, a nice glass of wine or one of the best handmade cocktails in Gulf Shores.

    Sea-N-Suds

    Located directly on the beach, you can enjoy sunsets and the sound of waves crashing while dining on our outside deck.

    King Neptune's

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    Hope's Cheesecake

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    Jesse's On The Bay

    Jesse’s on The Bay, located near the Shellbanks Community, is the second location for the iconic Jesse’s Restaurant in Magnolia Springs, which opened in 1999.

    Big Beach Brewing Co.

    At Big Beach Brewing Company, we are humbled by the opportunity to be part of the movement that connects beer drinkers with brewers. It is our mission to provide our friends, family and community with a comfortable environment, providing a place for ...

    Sunliner Diner

    The Sunliner Diner takes you back in time to the nifty 50’s! Break out your favorite poodle skirt, toss a quarter in the jukebox and bring the whole family. Enjoy classic hamburgers, milkshakes and breakfast all day. The dishes not only look like, bu...
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    What to See & Do

    Down Under Dive Shop

    Specializing in exciting scuba charters, guided snorkel trips and PADI instruction, Down Under Dive Shop offers exotic group trips, equipment repair, kayak, canoe and SUP rentals.

    Saunders Yachtworks Gulf Shores

    Located at mile marker 155.5 on the Intracoastal Waterway, we have a 3.5-acre service and transient basin that accommodates 100 30-foot boats. Dockside electrical and waste water disposal services are available.

    Guided Sustainable Tours

    <b>Stay at a National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World property and book guided sustainable tourism experiences, Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA</b> – Gulf State Park’s Eagle Cottages is one of only eight properties in the United States to be awarded ...

    Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club

    Nestled on the beautiful Fort Morgan peninsula between Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, rests one of Alabama’s most spectacular golf resorts – Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club. Rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest and selected as one of the “most memor...

    Blue Sky Parasailing and Watersports

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    Beachflight Aviation

    Experience an aviation adventure activity unlike any sightseeing tour. You can fly the aircraft over Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan and beyond with the help of an FAA-certified instructor.

    Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

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    Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club

    Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club provides the perfect blend of southern hospitality and championship golf. Rated 4 ½ stars by Golf Digest and selected as one of the “most memorable and enjoyable” courses in the southeast, Peninsula provides a golfing ...

    Gulf State Park Pier

    At 1,540 feet long, 20 feet wide, and boasting 2,448 feet of fishing space, we are the second longest pier on the Gulf of Mexico and Alabama’s only public pier on the Gulf.
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