The 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival - Alabama's Original Beach Party
October 9, 2025 - October 12, 2025
It's food, it's art, it's music, it's Alabama's ORIGINAL beach party.
All are invited to the 52nd edition of the Annual National Shrimp Festival. What started as a celebration of the seafood industry has grown into a four day vacation destination.
Since 1971 our festival has been FREE to attend, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Come out and join 100,000 of your closest friends to see over 300+ food & art vendors along with two stages showcasing local & national entertainment acts.
FESTIVAL HOURS:
• Thursday, October 9th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday, October 10th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Saturday, October 11th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Sunday, October 12th - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
THIS YEAR'S HEADLINE ACTS:
Thursday • October 9th
The Pepsi East Stage: Style • 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
High class meets high energy with this Mississippi-based band bringing a variety of hits.
The West Stage: The Troy Laz Band • 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Troy Laz is ready to return to Shrimp Festival with his band, featuring a catalog ranging from James Brown to Bruno Mars to Wilson Pickett to Prince.
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Friday • October 10th
The Pepsi East Stage: The Molly Ringwalds • 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Molly Ringwalds dazzle and engage their audiences with energy and passion, while taking them on a musical journey filled with all the hits that transcended the 80s and defined a generation.
The West Stage: The Velcro Pygmies • 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
For years Shrimp Fest faithful have loved The Velcro Pygmies. Grab your washed denim and hairspray for an 80's party you won't wanna miss. Welcome to the show!
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Saturday • October 11th
The Pepsi East Stage: Doctor Zarr's Amazing Funk Monster • 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
For over 20 years Dr. Zarr's Amazing Funk Monster has filled Shrimp Festival evenings with dance moves, smiles, and a fun-filled performance of 70's and 80's hits.
The West Stage: Best of British: AC/DC & Def Leppard Tribute • 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
One band, two amazing tributes! Come hear the sounds of AC/DC & Def Leppard with Best of British!
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Sunday • October 12th
The Pepsi East Stage: Crab Riot • 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
They're Gulf Shores-based favorites and ready to play tunes for all who want to hear.
The West Stage: The Groovinators • 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
In what has been a Shrimp Festival tradition for many years, come groove with us and close us out with a dance party!
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