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From food and art festivals to boat shows and fishing tournaments, Alabama's Beaches are home to an exciting array of events throughout the year. Below, you will find our annual festivals and events, many of which attract thousands of visitors every year. Discover the perfect place to stay during your favorite annual festivals and events by booking lodging right on our site!

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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 28, 2024

Make it to the Line 4 Mile Run Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run

Flora-Bama Lounge
December 28, 2024
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Dec 31, 2024

Noon Year's Eve at LuLu's

Lucy Buffett's LuLu's
December 31, 2024
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Dec 31, 2024

Kids Confetti Drop presented by Beachball Properties

The Wharf
December 31, 2024
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Dec 31, 2024

Reelin’ in the New Year

The Wharf
December 31, 2024
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Dec 31, 2024

Flora-Bama's New Year's Eve Bash

Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar
December 31, 2024
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Jan 1, 2025

Flora-Bama Polar Bear Dip

Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar
January 1, 2025
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Dec 14, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

Ice Skating Rink Presented by Pepsi

The Wharf in Orange Beach
December 14, 2024 - January 20, 2025
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Annual Events and Festivals

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