Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States

Considering spending Thanksgiving at the beach? After kids return to school and boast mild temperatures during the fall, our gorgeous beaches are a little less crowded. It’s the perfect combination for a memorable holiday.

20115 State Park Rd
Gulf Shores, AL

If you decide to give thanks on the Alabama Gulf Coast this year, here are 11 things to do during Thanksgiving weekend on Alabama's Beaches.

4776 Main St
Orange Beach, AL

Start your holiday shopping! Known as the official kickoff to the holiday shopping season, Thanksgiving weekend brings sales and deals to the Gulf Coast and beyond. It’s an excellent time to mark those items off your gift-giving list. Don’t miss the unique shops at OWA and The Tanger Outlet Center in nearby Foley, boutiques and specialty stores at The Wharf in Orange Beach, and SanRoc Cay’s selection of local shops.

27500 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL

Gather your family and friends around the table, sit down, make a toast, and enjoy. Many local restaurants will be open and prepared to make your holiday feast a meal to remember. Contact the restaurant for details, such as hours of operation, menu, and if reservations are required.

27844 Canal Rd
Orange Beach, AL

Follow a Food Trail! The holidays are all about enjoying good meals with your loved ones. Eat your way across the Alabama Gulf Coast by following suggestions included in the burger trail, gumbo trail, shrimp trail, bushwacker trail, and many more.

Orange Beach

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

Practice self-care. Check out area spas and treat yourself to a pampering or therapeutic massage, a facial, or other salon services. Relax with Glow Yoga and find balance and strength while enhancing your flexibility. Perhaps you already practice yoga and just need a place to keep it up during your vacation. If so, this is your haven.

110 AL-180
Gulf Shores, AL

Visit a museum and learn a little about Alabama’s history, as our area is home to many heritage and cultural tours and exhibits. Spend time exploring Historic Fort Morgan and learning about its critical role during the 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay. The Orange Beach History Museum showcases the area’s Native American and fishing heritage, and the Gulf Shores Museum boasts a technology-based interactive display of “Hurricane Hunters.”

Hugh S Branyon Backcountry Trail

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

Take a hike. Corral the family and head to the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail to explore more than 28 miles of walking/hiking trails. You can trek through different ecosystems within Gulf State Park and maybe even see a gator. If you prefer to ride, utilize the park’s free bike-sharing program to explore the trails on two wheels.

Orange Beach

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

Click the links below to plan your Thanksgiving trip to Alabama's Beaches.