2016 Hangout Fest Tickets Now On Sale

Hangout Oyster Cook-Off Oyster Shells To Be Recycled

When 70 chefs prepared oysters for thousands of Hangout Oyster Cook-Off patrons, plenty of shells were disposed of. But those shells will not be going into a landfill.

Dune Restoration Work Under Way At State Park

The Gulf State Park Enhancement Project team has begun work to restore the equivalent of more than 50 football fields of dunes flattened in 2004 during Hurricane Ivan.

Hangout Fest Is A Top 10 Event For 2016

The unofficial kickoff to summer in Gulf Shores, Alabama, the Hangout Music Festival was recently named a Top 10 event by the Alabama Tourism Department.

Orange Beach Tops List For 2016 Vacations

TripAdvisor reviewers named Orange Beach as one of the top 10 destinations on the rise when it comes to accommodations, restaurants and things to do.

Poseidon’s Playground Gets A Little More Fun

A pyramid, a rocket and a steel structure were deployed at Poseidon's Playground, an artificial reef located in Orange Beach.

Town Center, Walkability At Heart Of Proposed Perdido Key Plan

Consultants have presented a draft master plan for Perdido Key that would create a town center concept, enhance walkability and gathering spaces, and suggest zoning changes to support the development.

Governor: Gulf Shores Conference Center On Horizon

The state of Alabama will use a portion of its Gulf State Park Enhancement Project funds to construct a new Gulf State Park Conference Center in Gulf Shores.

2016 Hangout Music Festival Thursday Kickoff Party

The 2016 Hangout Music Festival will kickoff with its annual Thursday Kickoff Party on May 19. Several new groups were recently announced for this exciting event.

Kick-off Hangout, the biggest party of the year!

You may already have your tickets to Hangout, but it's not too late to grab a ticket for the Thursday Kickoff Party, a 12-hour party with 14 bands on two of Hangout's stages. Come by for an early taste of all the fun you'll have at Orange Beach rentals this weekend!

How to pack for Hangout

Heading to Hangout? You've probably already packed your swimsuit and sunglasses, but here are some guidelines to remind you about some items you may want to bring along and others you should leave at home to ensure you have the best three days ever!