September 2, 2023
Parker McCollum with special guests Corey Smith + Frank Foster is coming to The Wharf Amphitheater on Friday, September 2 as part of the 2022 C Spire Concert Series.
Parker McCollum in Concert at the Wharf
Blue Marlin Grand Championship
40th Annual 2023 MBGFC Junior Angler Tournament
July 7-9, 2023
C&R Billfish, Wahoo, Dolphin, Tuna, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bonito, Cobia, Flounder, Trout, Pinfish, Triple Tail, and Croaker (snapper if in season).
All registration will be done online at CatchStat.
All Marlin are catch and release, all verified get flag
Fishing from boats, shore, piers, jetties, or other vessel types is allowed. Boats may depart after the Captain’s Meeting
No sign out is necessary.
Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo
June 9-11, 2023
The ‘Funnest’ Fishing Tournament on the Gulf Coast – the Flora-Bama’s Annual Fishing Rodeo is the “Every Mans” fishing rodeo! Just like the Flora-Bama Lounge, you don’t have to be a VIP to fish!
The Annual National Shrimp Festival
October 12-15, 2023
For over 50 years this volunteer-driven event has been a tradition on the beautiful beaches of Coastal Alabama. Food, music, art, and so much more make up an action packed weekend with nearly 250,000 of your closest friends.
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
May 4-6, 2023
Foley is the spot for high-flying adventure and family fun at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Enjoy the entertainment, arts and crafts displays and more at the festival site daily. Balloon flights, glows and tethered rides (weather permitting) add to the fun at dawn and dusk. Admission is FREE!
Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market
Open on Saturdays Year Round
The Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermen’s Market goal is to provide local fruits, vegetables, seafood, and non-certifiable agricultural products through direct marketing for the general public and commercial establishments in an enjoyable place. The comfortable, covered facility is open year-round rain or shine. The market will make productive use of its expansive 32-acre property to support Gulf Coast horticulture, healthy living and locally grown foods.
Flora-Bama Beach Run For American Warriors
Saturday, March 18th, 2023
Flora-Bama’s 10th Annual Beach Run/Walk for America’s Warriors will be the best run of the year! Who wouldn’t want to utilize our gorgeous white sandy beaches? The start and end point is right here at the Flora-Bama and we run entirely on the beach! All 5K runners will be headed into Alabama and all 1/2 marathon runners will be headed into Florida.
100% of the registration fees will go to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
The Wharf Boat and Yacht Show
Friday, Mar 17, 2023 – Sunday, Mar 19, 2023
Featuring over $100 million in boats and marine products and more than 120 exhibiting companies, it’s the “Top Boat Buying Show” in the northern Gulf. Something for everyone, from an entry level boater to a seasoned veteran.
Ballyhoo Festival
Saturday, March 4 – Sunday, March 5, 2023
Kick-off festival season with Ballyhoo! This exciting festival event is unique in its focus on fine art, combined with cultural charm, and the fun-loving spirit of residents of Coastal Alabama! Enjoy fine art from all across the southeast, local seafood, and live music! Join us and you, too, will Ballyhoo!