The City of Gulf Shores has released an official update regarding the Hangout Music Festival.
“The city’s initial 10-year franchise agreement for the Hangout Music Festival was scheduled to conclude following the 2025 event. The city elected to defer consideration of the requested extension until the festival’s outcomes could be evaluated, with input from our residents.
This year’s festival received overwhelming community support, and in late July, the City Council approved a two‑year extension. However, the compressed timeline created by this decision did not provide organizers sufficient runway to produce a successful festival in 2026. As a result, the producers have elected not to proceed with a 2026 event.
We’re thankful that festival leadership has taken our community’s comments about the event seriously and is committed to delivering a world-class festival. We appreciate that they are being thoughtful in creating a lineup that will be impactful to our local economy. All parties are focused on planning a strong and well‑executed music festival, and we look forward to welcoming them back in 2027.”
The City has approved the festival to move forward in 2027, giving organizers the necessary time to secure high-caliber talent and deliver a festival experience aligned with community expectations and the elevated standards set in 2025.
As additional details for the 2027 Hangout Music Festival become available, we will share updates here.
What To Do in May on Alabama's Beaches
While the festival won't be returning this year, there's still lots of fun to be had on Alabama's Beaches in May! Both the weather and Gulf temperatures are comfortably warm and perfect for long days spent with toes in the sand and drinks in hand. Hit the water by Jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, or cruising the waves on a pontoon boat then dry off by racing go-karts or exploring the scenic trails in Gulf State Park. And of course, you can't visit the beach without indulging in fresh coastal cuisine and handcrafted cocktails!
