10 Things to do in July
In Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
The weather is warm, the water is cool, and the fun is nonstop! July is jam-packed with great activities and unmissable events for the whole family. If you’re headed to Alabama’s beaches this summer, check out these 10 things to do during July.
2. Get Wet and Wild
A short drive to Foley will lead you to OWA’s Tropic Falls Indoor Waterpark, the Alabama Gulf Coast’s newest and largest indoor waterpark. This tropical escape houses a 300,000-square-foot wave pool, slides towering over 100 feet, a lazy river, and a surf simulator. Experience this unbelievable waterpark this summer, and grab season passes so you can visit as many times as you want.
4. Snap a Selfie
You can’t go on a vacation without filling a camera roll with photos from your trip. Cool Shots Selfie Museum at The Wharf is the perfect place to snap a few pictures. This immersive gallery has over 50 cool and captivating backdrops and scenes for your next Instagram post or TikTok. Pets are also welcome in the museum, so bring your furry friends along for a family photo shoot.
6. Check Out the Stars of Shark Week
The Discovery Channel isn’t the only place to catch Shark Week. Gulf State Park is celebrating all week long from July 10-14 with daily activities at The Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier. There will be a touch tank, scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and other fun ways for guests to learn all about the extraordinary world of sharks.
8. Hook a Catch
Grab your fishing gear and head to the Alabama Gulf Coast for three exciting tournaments this month. First up is the Annual MBGFC Junior Angler Tournament July 7-8, where the next generations of anglers will cast their lines in Orange Beach. Next up is the Blue Marlin Grand Championship from July 12-16. This tournament is the final one of the Gulf Coast Triple Crown Series. The month rounds out on July 28-30 as the Orange Beach Marina hosts the MBGFC Billfish Limited Tournament. You’re bound to spot some impressive catches at any of these tournaments.
10. Pedal Through the Water
You may have cruised the waters in a boat, but what about one shaped like a duck or flamingo? At High Tide Daiquiris & Mimosas, you’ll find pedal boats in addition to delicious eats and drinks. These cute vessels fit two passengers, who pedal the boat around Little Lagoon. While exploring the waters, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the area’s natural elements up close.
Get ready for a summer vacation unlike any other on Alabama’s beaches. Check out all the exciting events and fun things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach!