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A Festival Of Gifts

11/07/2009

9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Celebrate local talents of artwork and crafts. Great way to start your holiday shopping with unique and creative art. Silent Auction; Food and Music.

2nd Annual Oyster Cook Off at The Hangout

11/07/2009

Noon. Teams of three compete for best oysters. Three different oyster categories with people's choice. Judged by four of the area's top chefs. Live music! Public choice award with $300.00 prize and $700.00 grand prize. Also oyster shucking competition and oyster eating competition. Great live music. Bama vs. LSU.

3rd Annual Perdido Key Martini Festival

11/07/2009

1:00pm-5:00pm. There’s probably no other beverage that commands the reputation for prestige, elegance, class, or panache, as the Martini. This tasty and classic concoction has an air of mystery and attraction, and will be showcased in an upscale event like no other. Grey Goose, Three Olives and Premier Beverage have once again put together a “do not miss” one day only event located in the Villagio on Perdido Key. With an estimated 24 booths to visit with an all-inclusive sample of premium spirits and martinis the crowds will have plenty to do. Along with the opportunity to purchase bottles at some serious savings there will be local art and craft vendors, food, and door prizes. The most anticipated part of the day will be “The 2009 Gulf Coast Bartender Showdown” at 2:30 p.m. From across the Coast, Bars and Restaurants will enter bartenders to compete for cash, trophies, prizes and the all important bragging rights in a chance to see who can prepare the BEST Martini on the Gulf Coast. Ticket proceeds benefit several local charities.

Cascading Chrysanthemum Bloom Out!

11/07/2009

Hundreds of colorful four-foot long cascades will be displayed on bridges and balconies, in baskets and containers throughout the Gardens. Guests will also enjoy the columns of mums and the thousands of mums in the flower beds with the fall colors of yellow, bronze, red, orange and white. The Great Lawn’s dramatic border will be a feast for the eyes. Bellingrath’s mum display is one of the grandest in the country and all the cascades are grown at Bellingrath.

Gulf Shores Attractions

When it comes to having fun, the Gulf Coast is the place to be. No matter what the season or activity, there’s always something for the whole family to enjoy.

Along with the crystal waters of the Gulf, the area is home to many rivers, bays and inlets teeming with fish. Catch a speckled trout from your canoe along the backwater bays. Venture into the deeper waters of the Gulf to reel in a snapper for dinner or land a billfish for the fight of your life.

If your sights are set on birding in Alabama, look no further. The Gulf Coast is home to an extensive nature trail for bird watching. A day trip to nearby Weeks’ Bay Estuary or Dauphin Island Sea Lab will provide you with remarkable opportunities to study indigenous and migrating species as well.

If shopping is your favorite pursuit, the chase is over. The Tanger Outlet in Foley boasts more than 120 factory outlets, like Banana Republic, GAP, J.Crew, Coach, and more. You’ll also relish the unique clothing and jewelry found in local boutiques. The Gulf Coast is a true shopper’s haven.

Golf, anyone? With so many championship courses in reach, it’s hard to decide which to play first. We offer a variety of convenient golf packages, whether you want a round with a buddy, or a whole weekend of golf tied to a corporate event.

If you’re hungry for seafood, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offers some of the freshest in the world. From casual and family-friendly, to upscale and elegant, you’ll find endless options, no matter what your mood. And, if you’re here in October, be sure to sample the Gulf Shores National Shrimp Festival, a favorite among locals and vacationers alike.

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