2025 Summer Events in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

The 2025 summer season is almost here, and the Alabama Gulf Coast is already packed with a sizzlin’ lineup of can’t-miss events across our white sand beaches. From fishing tournaments and festivals to festive holidays and unique coastal events, you’ll find tons of ways to enjoy a new kind of fun for the whole family in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Whether you’re a thrill seeker, an angler, a foodie or just a beach-lover, add these hot summer events to your itinerary to celebrate summer in Gulf Coast style. 

2025 Summer Events in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

2025 Dolphins & Angels Sailing Adventures

Various Dates
Sail Wild Hearts, Orange Beach, AL

Book your seat aboard Wild Hearts for a family sail that combines aerial acrobatics, dolphin friends and fantastic views. This popular cruise hosted by our sister company, Sail Wild Hearts, is an exciting chance to experience the famous Blue Angels from a front-row view right below the action. Seats fill quickly, so book your trip today for one of these summer dates:

• May 27, 28
• June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
• July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29
• August 20, 26, 27

Mobile Big Game Fishing Club’s Gulf Coast Masters

May 21-25, 2025
Orange Beach Marina

Now in its 48th year, this Memorial Day weekend tradition has been drawing anglers from around the world to compete in an iconic Alabama fishing tournament. Experience the thrill of big game fishing and a weekend full of family fun at the Orange Beach Marina.

Keith Urban in Concert

May 22, 2025
The Wharf Amphitheater

The C Spire Concert Series presents Keith Urban with special guests Alana Springsteen, Chase Matthew and Kaley Scott Collins. Come out for the toe-tapping show on May 22, 2025 at The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach!

Nest Fest 2025

May 31, 2025
Gulf State Park – Lake Shelby

The 2nd annual Nest Fest is a fun family festival celebrating local conservation efforts with a day full of live music, delicious food, and interactive educational booths from Gulf State Park, Alabama Audubon, the City of Orange Beach and others. Come out and support our native shorebirds and enjoy a day by the water at this free family event!

Annual Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo

June 6-8, 2025
Flora-Bama Ole River Grill

Don’t miss the 11th year of the ‘funnest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast’! This 3-day Captain’s Choice tournament will see anglers competing for prizes and bragging rights in over 30 categories, including red snapper. Come for the fishing, stay for the 3-day beach party featuring live music, great food, vendor booths and daily weigh-ins.

Hank Williams Jr. in Concert

June 7, 2025
The Wharf Amphitheater

The C Spire Concert Series presents Hank Williams Jr. with special guest Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on June 7th at The Wharf Amphitheater. Classic cowboy songs and country vibes guaranteed!

Independence Day Street Party

July 2, 2025
The Wharf in Orange Beach

Presented by Beachball Properties, this annual street party promises red, white and FUN for all ages. Stroll the Wharf Entertainment District to enjoy family-friendly activities, live DJ dance parties, laser light shows and a fireworks finale.

The City of Gulf Shores Independence Day Celebration

July 4, 2025
Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier

Celebrate America’s birthday in coastal fashion with a festive fireworks show on the beach! Starting promptly at 9 p.m., spectators can watch the free show from Gulf State Park and the eastern area of the Gulf Shores Public Beach for a front-row view of the fun.

Sail Above the Action with Parasail Sky Surfer!

Don’t forget to leave time in your calendar for high-flying fun! Take parasailing to new heights as you surf the skies above beautiful Orange Beach aboard Sky Surfer, our top-of-the-line parasailing boat. You haven’t seen summer on the Gulf Coast until you’ve glided hundreds of feet over our glittering shores!

Ready for a birds-eye view of the beach? Book your trip today!