Bring Your Event

The white-sand beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have been a favorite vacation destination for generations of families. Many of the reasons also make this one of the Southeast’s most desirable locations for sporting events including mild temperatures, abundant accommodations, a family-friendly atmosphere and a large variety of restaurants and activities.

Holding your sporting event or tournament in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach provides a great destination that will attract participants and grow your event. For many athletes, the destination becomes part of the reward for a successful season. And we think their families and fans will agree! 

Our selection of sports facilities includes softball and baseball fields, championship soccer and football fields, track and field facilities, signature golf courses, and 32 miles of sugar-white sand beaches perfect for volleyball and handball tournaments. 

Whether you’re a professional event organizer or the local coach, the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission staff is here assist you from start to finish. We will help find the right facilities for your event and the best accommodation rates for your participants. We can also assist with venues for opening ceremonies, awards banquets, coaches meetings and team registration.

What’s more, we provide grants of cash and in-kind services to assist in reducing the costs associated with your event. Grant recipients find they can then direct more funds towards marketing the event and increasing event registration. 

As your event partner, our goal is to ensure your event in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is one of the best and most successful you’ve had!