52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival

🦐 Get Ready for the Ultimate Shrimp Fest Experience! 🦀

Mark your calendars for Oct. 9-12, 2025, and join us in Gulf Shores, Alabama, for the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival!

🍤 Feast on Flavorful Delights 🍤
With over 50 local and regional vendors, indulge in a mouthwatering array of dishes:

• Shrimp: Boiled, fried, steamed—served just about any way you can imagine!
• Seafood Favorites: Crab cakes, conch fritters, lobster, and more.
• Cajun Delicacies: Savor the spicy kick of Cajun pistols and other regional specialties.

🎶 Groove to Live Tunes 🎶
Enjoy four days of music across two stages, featuring a variety of genres:

• Country
• Classic Rock
• Jazz
• R&B

With performances from local talent and nationwide touring acts, there's something for every music lover.

🛍️ Explore Arts & Crafts 🛍️
Discover unique creations from over 120 exhibitors, including:

• Paintings
• Sculptures
• Jewelry
• Handcrafted Goods

🏃‍♂️ Get Active with 5K & 10K Races 🏃‍♀️
Start your festival weekend with a run!

• 5K Race: Saturday, October 11th, 2025
• 10K Race: Saturday, October 11th, 2025Both races take place at the Orange Beach Sportsplex.

• Clothing
• Accessories
• Home Décor
• And much much MORE

📍 Festival Details 📍

• Location: 101 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542 (Intersection of Hwy. 59 and East Beach Blvd.)
• Hours:
  • Thursday – Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

🚗 Parking & Shuttle Information 🚗
Shuttle buses operated by the City of Gulf Shores School System are available:

• Wristbands: Purchase for $5 per day at shuttle stops.
• Note: Children under 5 are not allowed on shuttle buses.
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🎟️ Admission 🎟️
Entry to the festival grounds is free!

📅 Plan Your Visit 📅
For more information, including the full schedule, list of exhibitors, and ticket details, visit myshrimpfest.com. Find the best lodging rates by clicking the "Book Direct" button to explore top accommodations along Alabama’s Beaches.

🍽️🎟️ Score Big on Savings! 🎟️🍽️
Make the most of your trip with the Alabama Beaches Savings Scorecard—packed with exclusive discounts on local restaurants and attractions. Download now and save when you arrive!

We can't wait to see you at the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores!