GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH, ALA. – Make way to Alabama’s beaches this summer to kick back and relax to the smooth sounds of turquoise waters lapping sugar white sand beaches and to take part in an array of events. The coast is gearing up to …
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GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH, ALA. – Make way to Alabama’s beaches this summer to kick back and relax to the smooth sounds of turquoise waters lapping sugar white sand beaches and to take part in an array of events. The coast is gearing up to host concerts, sporting tournaments, festivals, educationally enriching activities and much more. Ponder the following list of events for great options to satisfy almost anyone.
SummerTide Theatre presents “Jubilee – Songs of and about Alabama”
May 31-June 28
8 p.m.
South Baldwin Community Theatre (2022 West 2nd Ave., Gulf Shores)
The University of Alabama’s professional summer musical theatre will grace the stage with “Jubilee – Songs of and about Alabama,” a tribute to the state’s rich musical heritage. Performances will take place each Tuesday through Sunday. Ticket prices are $20 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under and $15 each for groups of 10 or more (contact the box office for additional information and reservations for groups). Tickets may be purchased through the Gulf Shores box office at 251-968-6721 and may be purchased anytime online at www.ua.tix.com.
Ocean Camp
June 4-Aug. 9
9 a.m.-12 p.m. (ages 5-8) and 1-4 p.m. (ages 9-12)
Children ages 5 through 12 are encouraged to take part in a fun and educational summer day camp experience. Marine education activities will be guided by ocean literacy principles with a variety of themes. The cost is $125 per session per camper and sessions will take place Tuesdays through Fridays each week.
251-802-8605
Music at Meyer Park featuring The Brandon Green Band
June 6
6 p.m.
Meyer Park (400 E. 22nd Ave., Gulf Shores)
Green has seen a whirlwind of success with a list of TV appearances under his belt, including a stint on Season 7 of American Idol, runner-up on CMT’s hit show, “Can You Duet?” and the winner of “Your Next Record with Keith Urban.” Born in the small Mississippi town of Lucedale, his diverse influences help this ambitious performer and songwriter craft high-energy songs that are in-tune with today's popular country styles. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, friends and family to enjoy these free concerts throughout the summer.
251-968-1172
Shrimp Basket Giving Run
June 8
9 a.m.
The Shrimp Basket (2nd Ave. and Highway 59, Gulf Shores)
Registration includes a specialty-designed race t-shirt, a $10 gift card, water and Powerade, a boxed lunch and two draft beers for those of age. By participating, names will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Race registration begins at 6 a.m. at Shrimpy's Mini Golf. Parking will be provided at Shrimpy's and Mikee's Seafood. The race will begin at the Shrimp Basket. 5K race registration is $25 and $10 for the 1-mile fun run.
251-752-5211
9th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
June 14-16
Foley Sportspark (18507 U.S. Highway 98, Foley)
South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce
Enjoy live music throughout the weekend, visit the arts and crafts village and let the kids play at the free kid’s village. The Disc-Connected K-9 World Famous Frisbee Dogs will entertain guests with their high energy acts, while ever-popular antique tractors will be on display with live demonstrations. There are a variety of food vendors featuring great local cuisine from homemade ice cream to local seafood. Admission is free, and festival ground parking will be available for $5. Shuttles are available from 3 convenient downtown locations including Tanger Outlets, Foley Elementary School and Foley Heritage Park from 2 p.m.-10:30 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. on Saturday for $2 per person. Download the full schedule of entertainment and events on the website.
251-943-3291
www.gulfcoastballoonfestival.com
Brad Paisley with special guests Chris Young and Lee Brice
June 15
7 p.m.
The Amphitheater at The Wharf (23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach)
Rock out to the sounds of award-winning country music star Brad Paisley along with special guests Chris Young and Lee Brice. Tickets may be purchased on www.ticketmaster.com, at the Wharf Box Office or charged by phone at 800-745-3000. All seats are reserved, and prices range from $31 to $55.
251-224-1020
www.amphitheateratthewharf.com
2013 USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series 1-5
Series 1: June 18-23
Series 2: June 25-30
Series 3: July 2-7
Series 4: July 9-14
Series 5: July 16-21
Orange Beach Sportsplex (4385 William Silvers Parkway, Orange Beach)
Gulf Shores Sportsplex (19025 Oak Road West, Gulf Shores)
Foley Sports Complex (998 West Section Ave., Foley)
The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Sports Commission will welcome more than 1,000 baseball teams along with their families for the USSSA Global World Series in five parts throughout the summer.
256-651-1686
2013 USSSA Global Sports Coach Pitch World Series
June 24-28
Orange Beach Sportsplex (4385 William Silvers Parkway, Orange Beach)
Gulf Shores Sportsplex (19025 Oak Road West, Gulf Shores)
Foley Sports Complex (998 West Section Ave., Foley)
Let the games begin as up-and-coming stars of baseball take the field during the USSSA Coach Pitch World Series.
256-651-1686
The Shark Adventure Run
July 4
7 a.m.
Flora-Bama (17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola)
Come and enjoy this adventure race or the 1-mile beach fun run. The shark adventure run is a 4.5-mile road and beach run (2 miles on the road and 2.5 miles on the beach). On the beach, particpants will encounter “shark” people. They will be scattered along the course with the purpose of taking the "bait" (or flags) off the belt that all participants will be issued. The sharks are not allowed to touch the runners, but if they gather all three of a runners’ baits, they will not be eligible for any awards. Participants are invited to post race entertainment at the Flora-Bama. Visit the website for registration information.
www.active.com/running/perdido-key-beach-fl/the-shark-adventure-run-2013
Fourth of July Celebration at Perdido Beach Resort
July 5
Perdido Beach Resort (27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach)
Join Perdido Beach Resort for its annual Independence Day Celebration featuring the Grammy-nominated Wannabeatles performing live along with a spectacular beach-front fireworks display. Executive Chef John Hamme will be preparing a barbecue buffet on the beach deck with a menu of favorites to choose from. Call to purchase advanced tickets.
251-981-9811
Alabama: Back to the Bowery Tour
July 5
8 p.m.
The Amphitheater at The Wharf (23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach)
After 40 years of making music, selling millions of records and performing for fans all over the world, famed country music group, Alabama, will embark on a new tour to celebrate their very first concert at The Bowery in Myrtle Beach. Tickets may be purchased on www.ticketmaster.com, at the Wharf Box Office or charged by phone at 800-745-3000. All seats are reserved, and prices range from $21 to $69.50.
251-224-1020
www.amphitheateratthewharf.com
Blue Marlin Grand Championship
July 9-14
The Wharf Marina (4673 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach)
Beachgoers will not want to miss the Blue Marlin Grand Championship of the Gulf (BMGC) which returns to The Wharf in Orange Beach. Attendees may enjoy a weekend of sportfishing, live entertainment, giveaways and drawings, drinks, food and fun. There will be a kick-off party on Main Street on July 10 with live entertainment from 6-9 p.m. and a boat parade on July 11. Weigh-ins will take place on July 12 from 7-10 p.m. and July 13 from 5-10 p.m. A sponsor village will open at 6 p.m. on July 12 and 13 with live entertainment on the tournament stage on July 12.
251-224-1000
2013 Gulf Coast Region Grand Championship Beach Volleyball
July 13
Gulf Shores Public Beach
Hit the beach for volleyball action as more than 100 young athletes compete for the title of grand champion.
251-979-4287
2013 USSSA Softball "C" World Series
July 23-26
Orange Beach Sportsplex (4385 William Silvers Parkway, Orange Beach)
Gulf Shores Sportsplex (19025 Oak Road West, Gulf Shores)
Foley Sports Complex (998 West Section Ave., Foley)
Batter up as more than 100 teams of girls take to the fields in this exciting World Series tournament.
256-990-0978
Dave Matthews Band with special guest John Butler Trio
July 23
7 p.m.
The Amphitheater at The Wharf (23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach)
The Dave Matthews Band, along with special guest John Butler Trio, will launch its 2013 summer tour and will make its first-ever appearance at The Amphitheater at The Wharf. Tickets may be purchased on www.ticketmaster.com, at the Wharf Box Office or charged by phone at 800-745-3000. All seats are reserved, and prices range from $55 to $65.
251-224-1020
www.amphitheateratthewharf.com
12th Annual Mobile Big Game Fishing Club (MBGFC) Billfish Limited Tournament
July 26-28
Orange Beach Marina (27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach)
This catch and release billfish, tuna, dolphin and wahoo tournament will feature inboards 32' and under and outboards of any size. Registration received by July 24 costs $200 per angler and $250 per angler on July 26, tournament registration day. There is a minimum of three anglers per boat. The MBGFC weigh dock opens from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Orange Beach Marina on Saturday, July 27. A champion breakfast will take place on Sunday, July 28.
South Baldwin Community Theatre presents The Secret Garden
Aug. 2-4 and 9-11
2 p.m. (Aug. 4 and 11) and 7:30 p.m. (Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10)
South Baldwin Community Theater (2022 West 2nd St., Gulf Shores)
This charming, upbeat adaptation of the literary classic is sure to please. The music features such numbers as "Take a Flower to the Fair," "You Can Do It," and "Something’s Happening With Master Colin." The production is directed by Sharon Watson, music and lyrics are by Bill Francoeur and adapted from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for students and children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
251-968-6721
Battle of Mobile Bay Commemorative Day
Aug. 3
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fort Gaines Historic Site (51 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island)
Historic Fort Gaines soldier re-enactors are set to give oral accounts of the battle, a cannon salute every hour and blacksmith demonstrations throughout the day.
251-861-6992
2013 Southeastern Junior Golf Tournament of Champions
Aug. 5-7
Craft Farms Golf Club (3840 Cotton Creek Drive, Gulf Shores)
Junior golfers are set to tee off and compete for the championship title.
251-968-7500
2013 SEC BeachFest
Aug. 15-18
Gulf Shores Main Public Beach
SEC BeachFest will feature a golf scramble, FanZone fueled by BP, fishing tournament, appearances by legendary coaches and players, alumni happy hours at local restaurants, a 5K and 1-mile fun run and concerts on the beach.
For more information on this family beach destination, visit www.gulfshores.com or www.orangebeach.com.
