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What’s happening in October
Labor Day weekend is come and gone and it was a great one! Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the end of summer but we’re not ready to slow down yet. Red snapper season begins October 1 and continues through November 21. Check out our calendar for all the exciting events coming up this month.
16th Annual Bayfest Music Festival
10/1 – 10/3
Streets of Downtown Mobile
Weekend passes $35, Children 12 & under are free with a ticketed adult
An outdoor music festival in Alabama’s historic Port City on Mobile Bay. More than 125 national, regional and local music acts featuring everything from country and classic rock to jazz and gospel. Visit www.bayfest.com for more information and schedules.
2010 Ride for Wishes
10/1 – 10/3
The Wharf, Orange Beach
$30 to ride, Free to spectators
A two-day cycling event that will feature riding distances for all levels of cyclists. Plenty of rest stops, great fellowship, and the white sandy beaches of the Gulf Coast are all reasons to make this year’s ride a trip for the entire family. All the money raised will support the wish-granting efforts in Alabama. Visit www.rideforwishes.com for more information.
1st Annual Oktoberfest
10/2
The Villagio in Perdido Key
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce
Come join in the fun for Perdido Key’s first annual Oktoberfest featuring German inspired entertainment and food. Sample over 100 different beers for only $15 or take advantage of the Oktoberfest Package for $30 which includes an official t-shirt and beer mug.
39th Annual Shrimp Festival
10/7 – 10/10
Main Public Beach, Gulf Shores
Free Admission
Savor fresh gulf seafood during this four-day event that attracts over 300,000 people. Peruse the wares of 300-plus vendors showcasing their fine arts and crafts and kick back to continuous tunes from the two music stages that will feature national recording artists as well as local favorites. There is a Children’s Activity Village for the little ones. Visit www.nationalshrimpfestival.com for more information.
8th Annual Thunder on the Gulf
10/12 – 10/17
Orange Beach
Come experience the excitement of the Offshore Powerboat Association’s World Championships. Explore the Dry Pits at the Gulf State Park pavilion on the beach. Observe monster race boats and their teams, purchase official race merchandise, and be a part of the festivities and entertainment with a spectacular view of the coast. The “Thunder” will take place starting Thursday with two days of racing. Visit Cobalt and watch the cranes “splash” the race boats in the Wet Pits at Caribe. Visit www.thunderonthegulf.com for more information.
Bon Jovi Concert
10/15
Main Public Beach, Gulf Shores
Free ticketed event
The Concerts for the Coast series continues with a performance from Bon Jovi. Tickets are available through Gulf Shores and Orange Beach lodging partners. Visit www.concertsforthecoast.com for a list of accommodations offering reservation packages with free tickets.
Brad Paisley Concert
10/17
Main Public Beach, Gulf Shores
Free ticketed event
The Concerts for the Coast series continues with a performance from Brad Paisley. Tickets are available through Gulf Shores and Orange Beach lodging partners. Visit www.concertsforthecoast.com for a list of accommodations offering reservation packages with free tickets.
The Original German Sausage Festival
10/30
Elberta Town Park
Free Admission
A day dedicated to the best German Sausage you have ever tasted! Made from a secret recipe developed by the founding fathers of Elberta, AL, this is the only place you can get the real thing. Arts and crafts, live music, carnival rides, baked goods and more. Don’t forget to swing by the Bier Garten for a large selection of imported beers. Visit www.sausagefest.elbertafire.com for more information.
Blue Angels Practice
10/12 – 10/13, 10/19 – 10/20, 10/26 – 10/27
NAS, Pensacola
Free Admission
The practices can be viewed from bleachers behind the Museum of Naval Aviation at NAS Pensacola from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. The team, time permitting, conducts autograph sessions in the museum atrium immediately following the Wednesday practices. Call (850)452-2389 for more information.
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