Sandollar9 the Coconut Cove

09/06/2025

This sounds like so much fun!

𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙡𝙚? 💀🎃👻

Locals and visitors are invited to wear their best Halloween costume and participate in this horrifyingly fun event, featuring a Haunted Hustle 5K, Fun Run, Witches on Wheels, and a live DJ on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖. Proceeds for this event benefit the Dolphin Foundation for Education and Arts, who will also be selling pizza and refreshments, including beer and wine, on-site.

🧹 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀
The Witches on Wheels Bike Parade kicks off the evening at 6 p.m. Witches and Warlocks are invited to jump on their brooms (bicycles will suffice) and parade on W. Beach Blvd. and the Town Green, throwing beads and candy to bystanders. The registration fee for the bike parade is $30 through September 30; beginning Oct. 1, the registration fee is $35, and race day registration on Oct. 18 is $40. All participants will receive a goody bag and event t-shirt.

🎃 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻
The Fun Run will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will lap around West Gulf Place. Non-competitive goblins, this is the course for you. The registration fee for the fun run is $30 through September 30; beginning Oct. 1, the registration fee is $35; and race day registration on Oct. 18 is $40. All participants will receive a finishers medal, goody bag, and event t-shirt.

👻 𝗛𝗮𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝟱𝗞
The Haunted Hustle 5K will begin promptly at 7:10 p.m. Ghosts and monsters of all sorts are invited to enjoy an evening run on our USATF-certified course (certification number AL18053JE). The 5K course will begin and end in front of Gulf Place Town Green. Registration cost to participate in the Haunted Hustle 5K is $30 through September 30. Beginning Oct. 1, the registration fee will increase to $35, and race day registration on Oct. 18 is $40. All participants will receive a goody bag and event t-shirt.

For more information about Haunted Hustle, including a registration link and packet pick-up dates and times, please visit www.gulfshoresal.gov/Halloween.

09/06/2025

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Looking for a beach destination that's perfect all year? Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama has it all. Check out the Gulf Coast visitors guides to learn more!

05/12/2025

Traffic flow for the SIMB FEST

🚦Gulf Shores, AL Traffic & Beach Update for upcoming Sand In My Boots Fest this weekend:

Monday, May 12

• Public Parking at Gulf Place closes.

• Public beach access at Gulf Place closes.

Tuesday, May 13

• Hwy 59 south of W. 1st Ave. and Hwy 182/Beach Blvd between W. 2nd St. and E. 2nd St. will be closed to all vehicular/pedestrian traffic.

- Access to West Beach: Available through Windmill Ridge Rd (preferred), W. 1st Ave. to W. 3rd St. or by taking W. 2nd Ave.

- Access to Orange Beach: Available through the Gulf State Park, Canal Rd., or by taking E. 1st Ave. to E. 2nd St., E. 3rd St., or E. 4th St.

• Traffic flow on E. 1st Ave. and E. 2nd Ave. will be modified to a one-way-only route to help accommodate heavy pedestrian traffic. Two-way traffic flow on E. 1st St., E. 2nd St., E. 3rd St., and E. 4th St. will remain.

- The public is advised to utilize the traffic flow map and directional signage posted in these areas indicating proper traffic flow during this time.

Saturday, May 15

• Hwy 182 between W. 2nd St. and West 3rd St. will be closed to all vehicular/pedestrian traffic.

Tuesday, May 20

All traffic will resume to normal.

Thursday, May 22

All beaches and beach access points will reopen by 6:00PM.

05/12/2025

𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀, & 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝘂𝗹𝗳 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲! 🏖️🎶🎥

Residents and guests are invited to join us at Gulf Place for a FREE concert and movie on Tuesday, June 3! The concert featuring Lee Yankie will begin at 6:30 p.m., and the movie "Moana 2" will start immediately after at 7:30 p.m.

The Gulf Shores Lion's Club will be on-site selling hot dogs, canned sodas, and bottled water.

For more information, visit gulfshoresAL.gov or call 251.968.1171

05/12/2025

Don’t miss this sweet event..😋

🔥🍫Our S'mores on the Shore event is just TWO weeks away! The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Gulf Place. We can’t wait to see you there!

For more information, visit www.gulfshoresal.gov/SpecialEvents or call 251-968-1171.

01/21/2025

01/21/2025

Be careful out there!

Due to the approaching winter storm, all City of Gulf Shores offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22. Gulf Shores Police Department, Gulf Shores Fire Rescue, and other emergency services will continue normal operations. We will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates regarding the reopening of city facilities, tentatively planned for Thursday, January 23, depending on weather and safety conditions.

❄️ Weather Forecast
We are expecting a significant winter storm across our area. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 21, to 6 a.m. Wednesday, January 22. The forecast calls for 1-3” snow widespread, although locally, 4-5” cannot be ruled out, mainly south of Interstate 10. The timing of accumulating snow begins as early as 6 a.m. Tuesday morning and continues into the evening. Forecast snow totals may fluctuate, but regardless, major impacts are likely across much of the area. Hazardous travel and disruptions are becoming increasingly likely with this event and into the days after the event. For more information on the latest forecast, visit www.weather.gov/mob.

🚗 Winter Weather Roadway Safety
With the onset of winter weather accumulation, road and bridge conditions are expected to become hazardous, and closures are likely. The Gulf Shores Police Department will monitor road and bridge conditions and close them when conditions are considered unsafe. We strongly encourage everyone to stay at home and refrain from traveling unless essential. Please be aware that road and bridge closures may occur without prior notice.

If you absolutely must drive, please remember these safety tips from the Alabama Department of Transportation:
- Avoid travel until conditions improve: Once winter precipitation begins, ALDOT urges motorists to avoid travel during adverse weather and roadway conditions.
- Slow down: Reduce your speed and increase your following distance, allowing extra room to stop. Plan additional travel time to reach your destination.
- Be aware of black ice: Bridges and overpasses are particularly susceptible to black ice, which is a thin, invisible layer of ice.
- Avoid sudden braking and steering: These actions can cause your vehicle to lose control.
- Turn on your headlights: This will make your vehicle more visible to other drivers.
- Avoid using cruise control on icy roads: This can cause you to lose control of your vehicle if you hydroplane.
- Watch for workers: Be aware of emergency personnel and crews treating and clearing roadways.
- Move crashed vehicles: In the event of a minor crash, safely move vehicles off the roadway if possible to maintain access for first responders and treatment crews. Do not abandon vehicles in travel lanes.

🥶 Cold Weather Safety
As you prepare for the cold weather conditions, don't forget the 4 Ps of weather preparedness:
- People: Avoid going outside if it is not necessary. If you do, layer up before you head out.
- Pets: If you have a pet that typically lives outdoors, consider letting them inside when temperatures drop to freezing. If you absolutely cannot bring them inside, make sure they have a warm shelter, plenty of food, and fresh water.
- Pipes: Make sure to cover all of your exposed pipes with a cover.
- Plants: Consider bringing your outdoor plants inside. If you can't bring your plants inside, cover them with blankets.

🗑️ Trash, Recycling, and Debris Pickup Schedule Changes
Due to the impending winter storm, adjustments to trash and recycling services have been made to ensure safety and efficiency.

Curbside Trash and Recycling
- Wednesday routes will move to Thursday.
- Thursday routes will move to Friday.

Debris Pickup
- Tuesday and Wednesday routes will be picked up Thursday.
- Thursday and Friday routes will be picked up Friday.

🔔 Stay informed and connected during this severe weather event by:
- Signing up for emergency notifications from the City of Gulf Shores: https://gulfshoresal.gov/list.aspx
- Obtaining a NOAA Weather Radio
- Detailed weather information, forecasts, and warnings for our area can be found online at www.weather.gov/mob
- Downloading weather apps and following reliable social media channels - US National Weather Service Mobile Alabama, City of Gulf Shores - Municipal Government, Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency

The City will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed. For emergencies, remember to always call 911.

08/27/2024

This sure looks like fun!🥳

Registration opens this Thursday August 29th for Global Grub- Gulf Coast Seafood edition. Set a reminder if you'd like to join us (this class fills up very quickly)! Here's your link to online registration: https://rb.gy/m9hr2y OR give us a call at 251.968.9818

07/10/2024

Some fun in the sun….

𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗭𝗔 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 this 𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘑𝘶𝘭𝘺 12𝘵𝘩‼️

We encourage your crew to bring your blankets, chairs, coolers, and friends and relax on the beautiful green space at Meyer Park. Oh! And don’t forget your portable battery powered fans 🤪 😎 It's going to be an epic night of epic proportions pitching a 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙨 & 𝙍𝙚𝙘 𝙋𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙯𝙖 with you ✌️

For more information please call, 251-968-4420, or [email protected]
Palooza in the Park

06/11/2024

So wholesome!🥰