If the travel bug has bitten you, but you only have a weekend to spare, don’t fret–there is an abundance of quick getaways for every type of traveler in our state. Whether you prefer the coziness of a small town, the fresh air of the outdoors, or a rooftop surrounded by city lights, these Alabama destinations offer the perfect 48-hour escape. Here are some amazing ideas for your adventures.

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Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf State Park invites families to the Spring Beach Campout. The cost is $45 per tent for up to four people, with additional guests at $5 each. A parking pass is included.

This family-friendly event is open to adults and children of all ages. Participants under 18 must have a responsible adult with them. Families should bring their own food, nonalcoholic beverages, and camping essentials. All drinks must be in non-glass containers.

The event will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, with check-in starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion, and check-out at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, April 27.

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The Baldwin County Strawberry Festival is a much-anticipated local tradition held annually at Loxley Municipal Park. Every year, visitors join us from all around the Southeast to enjoy the special events, car shows, music, crafts and, of course, the strawberry shortcakes!  

Whether you're a festival veteran or first-timer, we invite you to join us for this year's event. Not only will you share a memorable experience with friends and family, but you will also help us raise funds for worthy causes right here in our community. Baldwin County Strawberry Festival is a local non-profit organization and all event proceeds stay local. Funds raised benefit Loxley Elementary School and the ARC Baldwin County, Inc. 

Our festival weekend starts on the…

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The Annual Bama Coast Cruisin' will be held at the Wharf Resort and Marina in Orange Beach. Come and see the beautiful cars on display at The Wharf, and enjoy a day of shopping and dining at one of The Wharf's several delicious restaurants.

Bama Coast Cruisin' is an absolutely stunning show set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It's a laid-back, family-friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality.

Admission:

Free to the Public

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Come support and celebrate our local organizations, food vendors, artists, musicians, and businesses that are located in our coastal area. Our beautiful coastline is a popular vacation destination that is filled with many talented and hard-working locals that are the backbone of our community. Let’s enjoy a weekend full of food, live music, artistry, and family fun. Let's celebrate our community, celebrate our coastal area, support our businesses, and make some new friends while enjoying the weather at the Gulf State Park located in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our locals will make you feel welcomed and the music will make you want to dance. READ MORE

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For more than 50 years, the Festival of Art has been our island's first rite of spring. It is a celebration of visual, literary, performing, musical and culinary arts. The show has won Best Art Show in Alabama three times in the past five years by the luxury magazine "ALABAMA" and is currently ranked in the top 100 of national fine art and design shows.

This fine arts festival is completely free with music and entertainment featured on two stages. You can be a part of it by volunteering or purchasing art through our Patron of the Arts program. There are multiple parking options.


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It’s time to “let the good times roll” at our annual Mardi Gras kid + pet and float parades. The festive celebration will feature something for all to enjoy — even your furry friends. So come early with the krewe to kick-off the night with our rockin’ DJ + kids’ activities including pony rides, bouncy houses, rock wall, face painter + more.


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Carnival season is picking up around the Gulf Coast, but you don't have to travel to New Orleans or even across the bay to Mobile to get in on the festivities.

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Event Schedule:
Saturday- 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Annual Ballyhoo Festival features the juried fine art of 100 artists and combines that with a unique focus on cultural exchange. The history of the Poarch Creek Indians is presented on Saturday of the festival with historical narrative and original tribal dance in ceremonial regalia. The meaning of each dance is described by the PCI Cultural Director.

The Ballyhoo Festival cultural exchange on Sunday is in the form of Early Americana music with a Fiddle/Banjo Competition and performances by some of the best musicians in the Southeast.

The Children’s Art Pavilion, local bands, a wide variety of food, art demonstrations and the hospitality of the fun-loving residents of Coastal Alabama make…

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