From Moon Pies To Valentines Day: A Busy Week Of Events
Jessica Taylor • February 11, 2024
It’s a Full Week With Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day, Ash Wednesday
The Gulf Coast is no stranger to a good time and this week we open with two full days filled with parades, moon-pies, gumbo, rice and everything nice.
Monday, February 12th - Monday’s on the island are for MoonPies on Main. Lundi-Gras is celebrated each year at The Wharf the day before Fat Tuesday with a special just for kids and pets parade line starting at 4PM, followed by their float parade for all starting at 6 PM with the renowned SPECTRA Laser Light Experience immediately following. Kids and Pets get dressed up and stroll down Main street tossing about collective carnival throws. It’s a Lundi-Gras party unlike any other with pony rides, bouncy houses, shops filled with anything you can imagine, even any items you might have left behind and so much more. Plan to arrive early and spend the day soaking up all the four-legged cuddles and little bitties cuteness as you can muster, then enjoy a dine at a number of delicious water view restaurants on site.
The Wharf- MoonPies on Main all-day event
23101 Canal Rd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Tuesday, February 13th - “Joyeux Mardi Gras!” Everywhere else it’s just a Tuesday and the 25th anniversary for Lulu’s Gulf Shores. Join this year's Mardi Gras Grand Marshal, Lucy Buffett, or “Lulu” as she celebrates two of her favorite things, Carnival season and “Gumbo love.” Lucy will roll through along East Beach Blvd for the 45th Annual Mardi Gras Parade starting at 10 AM. Grab your chairs quickly and head to Lulu’s after for more than just a boat parade on this Fat Tuesday. Enjoy live music from one of the south's favorite musical gems, The Tip Tops, starting at 11 AM with birthday cake for the whole crowd, prizes for the best dressed carnival themes and more. The boat parade will arrive at Lulu’s at 4 PM, don’t miss out on one of the best Mardi Gras Parties on the Gulf Coast. For information on more Parades see link above.
Lulu’s Gulf Shores
200 E 25th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
https://lulusfunfoodmusic.com/lulus-mardi-gras-celebration/
Wednesday, February 13th - A day that doubles this year from “yesterday was for feasting, today is for fasting,” to “sweethearts day wine glasses tapping.” That’s right, it’s Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day. CoastAL’s creative Chef’s have put together a “love is in the air” special menu to commemorate couples' love on this special day of honoring those close to you. The one-day only menu offers three entrées: a Surf and Turf, Crab Wellington, Smoked Pork Chop and for dessert, a delightful triple-layer Red Velvet Cake. Take your sweetie for a walk along the beach after your meal or stay and enjoy live music. However, if one decides to carry their evening on CoastAL Orange Beach is calling the evening a “Romantic Culinary Affair” you won’t want to hold back on. For more Valentine's Day specials click the link below.
For Ash Wednesday services options, click links below.
http://www.holyspiritep.com/index.html- http://www.gsfpc.org/blog/2024/02/06/from-the-pastor-s-pen-2-6-24
- https://glcgs.org/events/ash-wednesday-worship/2024-02-14
SEE VALENTINES SPECIALS: CLICK HERE
Thursday, February 15th -
Gulf Shores ‘Winter Concert Series’ features 90’s American alternative rock band, Sister Hazel this week for a two night show run. The all male group formed in Gainesville, Florida, originally just some friends in a college party band, eventually reached stardom with the hit song “All for You” in 1997. The band continues to live up to their fan-based reputation today from their humble beginnings, a name sparked from a local missionary in lead singer Ken Block’s hometown who ran a homeless shelter to themed cruises that allow interactions with the band. Their hype is as fresh as it ever was with their musical palette expanding into genres like country while still remaining solid to the rock alternative side. Tickets are on sale for $27.50 the show starts at 7 PM doors open at 5:30 at the Erie Civic Center. To purchase tickets click the link below. Come out and join the fans new and old for this classic band of brothers performance. A group whose rise and steady life of fame is not only found in the music they bring but also by the friendships they continue to lead.
Erie H Meyer Civic Center
1930 W 2nd St.
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
https://www.gulfshoresal.gov/winterconcertseries
Friday, February 16th -
Ready for that perfect picnic on the beach minus the mess of sand? Picnic Beach in Gulf Shores has just the right spot to make for an unforgettable night of good food paired with a vibrant atmosphere and a musical line up at the ready to take the stage from 5 PM- 8 PM every Friday night. Guests can sit back and relax and unwind from the busy week with a simple picnic meal served to order just minutes from the beach’s sandy shores. Let the evening sky take you to a place of wonder while gazing up at the stars enjoying talented artists sing along and playing for a perfect end to the day. The robust menu ranges from Parmesan truffle fries, Cayman coconut shrimp to the grouper sandwich and sunburn burger. Come experience the salty nightlife at Picnic Beach an evening that’s sure to satisfy.
128 East Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Saturday, February 17th -
Each month from Fort Walton to Fort Morgan Eco-Clean Marine bands together with local eco enthusiasts and eager volunteers to help clean up coastal waterways and streets. This month OSO at Bear Point Harbour in Orange Beach will be the host for their fish feed machine partners ECM. Each participant will receive one raffle ticket and one for each bucket of trash they collect within the allotted time frame for a chance to win some cool prizes at the end. Rise early and join the team at 8:45 AM as ECM puts it while “we transform passion into tangible action.” After the cleanup, make sure to stick around and grab a bite to each from the local hot spot corner OSO for inside or outdoor water view seating. Change starts with the individual and together we see big change.
OSO at Bear Point Harbour - ECO-Clean Marine clean-up event
5749 Bay La Launch Ave
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Sunday, February 18th - After full weeks of Carnival season, everyone could use a little respite with good ole fashion coastal outdoor venues, casual and laid back dining with familiar tunes to tap along with the beat. Why not choose Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores with a motto like “get a lot more Tacky for a little bit less'' who wouldn't’ want to set up for an afternoon into the evening at this great local spot. Not only does TJGS have excellent outdoor experiences for all ages, water views and great food, they have a Tacky Merch shop full of colorful items to brighten up anyone’s day. Local favorite Les Liton goes live taking the stage starting at 2 PM- 6 PM polish the week off right with friends old and new and take a load off at TJGS.
Tacky Jacks GS
240 E 24th Ave
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
https://www.tackyjacks.com/locations-gs
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