FAQs • Gulf Shores, AL • CivicEngage

How can I get married on the beach?: As a rule, weddings are not allowed on the Gulf Shores public beaches. If you are renting a private beach house or condominium, and have the permission of the owners to conduct a wedding, no permits are required from the City. You do need to make your guests aware, however, that they cannot park on the road rights-of-way. No chairs, gazebos, arches, etc. are allowed to be placed on the public beaches. Gulf State Park, located in Gulf Shores, has a pavilion that is perfect for family and group outings, reunions, beach parties and sunset weddings. Rental is available 7 days a week, except major holiday weekends during the summer. For more information on pavilion rentals or to having a wedding on Gulf State Park beaches (permit required), call 251-968-7296 or 968-7245 Wednesday - Sunday. Contact the City Clerk's office at 251-968-1124 for more information from the City of Gulf Shores.

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1. How can I get married on the beach?: As a rule, weddings are not allowed on the Gulf Shores public beaches. If you are renting a private beach house or condominium, and have the permission of the owners to conduct a wedding, no permits are required from the City. You do need to make your guests aware, however, that they cannot park on the road rights-of-way. No chairs, gazebos, arches, etc. are allowed to be placed on the public beaches. Gulf State Park, located in Gulf Shores, has a pavilion that is perfect for family and group outings, reunions, beach parties and sunset weddings. Rental is available 7 days a week, except major holiday weekends during the summer. For more information on pavilion rentals or to having a wedding on Gulf State Park beaches (permit required), call 251-968-7296 or 968-7245 Wednesday - Sunday. Contact the City Clerk's office at 251-968-1124 for more information from the City of Gulf Shores.

2. How do I find information about the Hangout Music Festival?: Visit the Hangout Music Festival website.

3. How do I find information about the National Shrimp Festival?: Call 251-968-7220 or visit the National Shrimp Festival website.

4. Where can I find information about Snowbird Groups and events?: Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism provides a comprehensive list of area Snowbirds Groups.

5. Where is the Senior Center?: The City of Gulf Shores hosts senior events and activities in many city facilities; however, there is no designated Senior Center. For more information regarding upcoming Senior Events, contact Amanda Ross at 251-968-4419.

6. Where is the South Baldwin Community Theater?: The South Baldwin Community Theater is located at 2022 W. Second Street in Gulf Shores. For ticket or more information, stop by the theater or call 251-968-6721.

7. Where is the Gulf Coast Arts Alliance?: The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance is located at 225 East 24th Avenue in Gulf Shores. For more information, stop by the gallery or call 251-948-2627.