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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — For over half a century, the annual Shrimp Festival has stood as a beloved local tradition, drawing crowds of beach enthusiasts, families, and community members to celebrate coast-side heritage. However, the unexpected cancellation of the 2026 Shrimp Festival—an event so exceptionally rare
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Waterway Village is organizing a special community art walk to support regional creators. Local shop owners want to help vendors who lost sales opportunities this season. The district plans a lively day featuring handcrafted goods, live music, and dining. Visitors can stroll through the nei
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — A shoreline restoration project years in the making is finally moving forward along Wolf Bay in Orange Beach. The Nature Conservancy, the City of Orange Beach, and engineering firm Moffat & Nichol have joined forces to plan and implement a full restoration of the Waterfront Park shoreline.
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Society of Black Hats is bringing its annual Witches Ride back to downtown Foley's streets for the seventh consecutive year. The nonprofit hosts the women-only charity bike ride each year on the Saturday before Halloween. The ride ends with an after-party at Heritage Park, which runs until 10
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its Pop-Up Farmers Market — Fall Edition at Waterfront Park. The market features a curated mix of farmers, growers, and value-added vendors in a single waterfront setting. Shoppers can browse and buy locally grown produce and other
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Graham Creek Nature Preserve in Foley is hosting its 2026 Haunted Forest event with the new theme Sinister Circus. The attraction offers a half-mile walk along a darkened wooded trail featuring themed scenes, live scare actors, and theatrical effects. The event is recommended for guests ages 10 a
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Nonprofit organizations serving Foley residents could soon pay less for city permits under a new ordinance the Foley City Council approved. The measure establishes a formal process to reduce certain permit fees for qualifying groups. Mayor Ralph Hellmich said the change recognizes the work these o
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf State Park is gearing up for a free, Halloween-themed celebration for families of all ages. Science is even more fun when it’s spooky. The Learning Campus at Gulf State Park is hosting Trek or Treat at its facility on State Park Road in Gulf Shores. The day offers hands-on activities, l
Perdido Key, Fla. — (OBA) — A Gulf Coast tradition returns for its ninth year, bringing together dozens of musicians to support one of their own. The Gulf Coast Musicians Medical Fund Fundraiser benefits local artists facing unexpected medical expenses. The nonprofit, known as GCMMFund, operates under the motto "So The
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Foley Rotary Club is preparing for one of its most popular annual events. The 33rd Foley Rotary Oyster Run will bring runners and walkers together in downtown Foley for a 5K race. Organizers expect this year's turnout to surpass previous editions. The event also raises money for charities doi
