The Gulf Coast offers a variety of activities this week, blending outdoor adventures, live music, and community events. Whether you're eager for a night of trivia, a fitting session to improve your golf game, or a peaceful dolphin cruise, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From fishing tournaments honoring local legends to coastal clean-up efforts making a positive impact, the week promises an engaging mix of entertainment, relaxation, and volunteer opportunities. Dive into the diverse happenings and experience the vibrant culture of the region.

Monday, September 16th - Interested in some healthy adult competition that pairs well with an adult cup or two? Clear the calendar and look no further than the Taproom at Big Beach for Monday night's “Trivia in the Taproom.” Back by popular demand, the brew is thrilled to bring back this patron favorite. Hosted on the mic with Pat, the night’s games will begin at 6:30 PM. No need to eat ahead of time the Big Beach Snack House is open for business until 9 PM. If your memory deck is full of need-to-know and just because of fun facts with a dash of culture-era history, this is the place for you. Each team is allowed four members to remain the same for the duration of each game. Come early and snag your spot for an interesting evening of knowledge and nonsense that comes with prizes and, last but not least, recognition and bragging rights at least until next Monday. 

Big Beach Brewing Company - Trivia Night 

300 E 24th Ave 

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Click here to visit their website for more info.

Tuesday, September 17th - Take a trip down wisteria lane, better known as AL-180. The road down to historical Fort Morgan offers a refreshing look from its foliage to its corner bait and tackle stores. No matter if one is driving the 22-mile road to the end or making shorter stops along the way, the eclectic scenery throughout the drive takes onlookers back to a once slower pace and time. A Marina and well-known Tacky Jacks Restaurant can be found where you can watch the boats heading in and out while onsite. The menu ranges anywhere from burgers and fries, and shrimp poboys to garbage nachos and steak or fish filet entrées. Enjoy a night off the beaten path that still offers all the best of a coastal beach town evenings with slightly more tranquil scene. Kick back and let the sounds of the night and salty air slip you into island time. Miss Rachel Lane will be performing live for your musical benefit from 6-9 PM with some of her own as well as covers, enjoy.

Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan 

1577 AL-180

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Click here to visit their website for more info.

Wednesday, September 18th -  The long rounded snout of the alligator is favorable for the strong bite force needed to crush tough shells like the sea turtle. Join the Gulf State Park Nature Center for ‘Alligator Adventures’ featuring a group of baby alligators that make it hard to imagine the fierce predators they’ll grow up to be. Located in a secure and safe environment, allowing participants and onlookers a chance for some up-close encounters with the little reptiles. During the hour-long adventure, the guides will present the audience with interesting facts to learn all about these per-historic creatures. From 1-2 PM, step inside and gain insight about alligators that will grow to thousands of pounds and that can be found right here in the Gulf State Park. Registration is recommended but not required, for more and to register, please visit the link below sooner rather than later, alligator. 

Gulf State Park Nature Center

Click here to visit their website for more info.

Thursday, September 19th - Calling all golf lovers, it's time to procure that perfect fit the pro way. A special event is coming your way promising a truly exceptional fitting experience from 1-6 PM with an exclusive Titleist fitting expert. The knowledgeable product specialist will provide personalized attention that utilizes an extensive range of their premier clubs. The Titleist will offer fitting compatibility with state-of-the-art Trackman technology to ensure a precise perfect fit. Opportunities to elevate your game with a little help in fitting will be offered by appointment only, encouraging guests to book your hole-in-one appointment as soon as possible. To scratch out your 45-minute session with a Titleist specialist, contact Kiva Dunes Pro Shop or visit the link below and be sure to visit the course and club before or after the fitting is complete. 

Kiva Dunes

815 Plantation Dr

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Click here to visit the Kiva Dunes Golf website.

Click here to book your session.

Friday, September 20th - Celebrate the life and legacy of Mr Kenneth Lane Vines aka ‘KV’ this weekend for the Kenny Vines Memorial Tournament. Vines, who was a passionate sports fisherman and Orange Beach local for over 30 years, cast his last line in 2011. The tournament, however, pays homage to KV’s roots with a memory or fishing tale cast out with each participant's line. Remembered for many achievements, KV’s greatest impression remains in his rep for an unwavering dedication to the coastal community he called home. As it goes, fishing tournaments are surrounded by sponsors, teams and some serious prizes, to keep it reel as they say this tournament is anything but. The Orange Beach Fishing Club presents a ‘fun-filled tourney’ where it’s about more than just the money purse. The leaders instead place a large emphasis on the time spent being enjoyable where many allow their kiddos to cast the lines while reminiscing on fishing days gone by. The KVMT encourages bringing anglers of all ages to this exciting event where many of the prizes will be won by the junior anglers and everyone is aiming for a good time. To get more information about this event and to enter a boat, please visit the link below. 

Kenny Vines Memorial Tournament

http://www.obsfc.org/

https://www.facebook.com/events/910508597358584/

Saturday, September 21st - With the wind and the waves, a lot of unwanted particles blow in and around these little beach towns, clogging up the waterways and beaches with trash and items that can create all manner of problems for the creatures that frequent the lands and salt beneath. Clean-up initiatives have grown increasingly more popular with volunteer numbers almost doubling each year. If you would like to be a part of keeping the Alabama coastline clean for the cause, join the state's largest volunteer event for its 37th Annual clean-up event. Not only is this the largest, but it’s also the longest with pick-up hours starting as early as 8 AM running through noon. Three location zones are panned out across land and water for those willing to bring a kayak and join the water team crew. Registration is onsite for each location. For more information and location addresses, please visit the link below. “Get the trash out of the Splash” by being a part of something bigger than yourself and maybe meet some new clean-up friends along the way. 

37th Annual Coastal CleanUp

Click here to visit the Facebook Event page for more info.

Sunday, September 22nd - With a world full of uncertainties, finding a company that guarantees can be quite reassuring. Southern Rose Parasailing and Dolphin Cruises does just that with all aboard the Southern Rose. Guests can choose from indoor seating where they can watch the waters from a screen with ac and an adult bar. Top deck and bottom deck outdoor standing is also available for those wanting the full southern breeze experience. The Captain and crew guarantee wild local dolphin sightings with photo opportunities. The Rose is one of the few cruises that can scoot through the pass to the Gulf waters as well as adventure through the intracoastal waterways and into Perdido Bay. All ages are welcome for daytime or sunset cruises. Guests can bring aboard snacks and purchase beverages once underway, sit back, stand up, listen to the music play and capture some incredible sights of the local wild bottlenose dolphin.

Southern Rose Dolphin Cruise

27212 Marina Rd -at Happy Harbor Marina

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 303-8524 

Visit their website for more info.