Plan a Gulf Coast Winter Vacation, and Plan to Get in Shape

It’s that wonderful time of year again—time for giving, time for visiting with friends and family, and time for indulging in one of the season’s best offerings: holiday treats.

With all the delicious dishes served this season, indulgence is common practice for many of us right now, followed by the common New Year’s resolution to lose weight and get in shape. Plan a January trip to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach and you can start that resolution off right with the 2013 Gulf Coast Half Marathon Series on January 13th. This 13.1-mile run is an excellent way to motivate yourself back into a healthy, fit frame of mind. Plus you’ll get to enjoy some spectacular Gulf Coast views and a post-race party at LuLu’s at Homeport.

It’s a good reason to plan a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach vacation, and planning a vacation in the area is easy enough, thanks to Gulf Shores vacation rental companies like Meyer Vacation Rentals, a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission.

This company rents a variety of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach condominiums and beach houses. Finding the perfect beach accommodations is easy enough—simply visit the Meyer Vacation Rentals website and perform a search according to arrival and departure dates, accommodations type (condo or house), view, specific location, and even specials.

And speaking of specials, the company’s big special right now is 50% off a four-night stay in December. With this type of savings, why wait until January? Book that Gulf vacation and head down this month instead. (You might even make it in time for the Gulf Shores Christmas Basketball Tournament on December 20th – 22nd!)

Fall is the Perfect Time for Golf and Other Sports on the Gulf

Just because the weather has turned colder does not mean sports are out of the question—particularly if you venture down to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. The action is still going strong thanks to three upcoming sports events scheduled for December: the Tourbeau College Soccer Showcase (December 3rd-7th), the USSSA Fall All State Baseball Tournament (December 8th and 9th), and the Gulf Shores Christmas Basketball Tournament (December 20th-22nd).

And there’s one other sport that warrants a trip to the Gulf: golf. While other areas of the country are growing too cold for an enjoyable round of golf, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is experiencing mild, comfortable temperatures that are perfect for golf. In addition to ideal weather, the area offers a range of scenic golf courses designed by golf legends like Arnold Palmer and Earl Stone.

If a few rounds of Gulf Coast golf sounds appealing, you might try visiting the Honours Golf website, a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission. This organization operates four award-winning golf courses in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach: Cotton Creek and Cypress Bend at Craft Farms, Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club, and Rock Creek Golf Club. The website offers information on these championship golf courses as well as the chance to buy golf packages at any or all of the courses.

Check it out and start planning today!

Head to the Gulf for Thanksgiving This Year

It’s hard to believe how quickly it has arrived, but arrived it has: one week to go until Thanksgiving. This means that many of you will be making your way to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach soon to spend an unforgettable holiday vacation on the Gulf Coast.

Of course, the sports activity will continue right through the Thanksgiving holiday. November 17th brings a little beach volleyball action with the 2012 Gulf Coast Region USA Volleyball Beach Series—junior and adult volleyball players will compete on Gulf Shores Public Beach. Then on the Saturday after Thanksgiving (November 24th) is the 2012 Kaiser Realty Coastal Half Marathon, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run. Interested in burning off those extra pounds from your big feast? Take your pick of the 1-mile run, 5K run, or half marathon and hit the scenic running trails that will lead you through the Hugh S. Branyon Back Country Trail. (Or just come watch the race for fun!)

And beginning on November 26th is the 2012 NAIA Women’s Soccer National Championship—16 women’s soccer teams from around the country competing for the championship title. It’s hard to beat that kind of sports excitement!

Between all of this activity and the Thanksgiving holiday, you’ll want to stay somewhere comfortable and memorable. The area offers a variety of options, from national hotel chains to luxury condominiums—like Caribe the Resort in Orange Beach, a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission.

Not only does this Orange Beach resort offer luxurious accommodations, it also features amenities that are ideal for a Thanksgiving getaway, including hot tubs and indoor pools for those cooler days, full kitchens ideal for cooking a big meal, and as an alternative to cooking, a five-star restaurant with a water-front view from every seat.

Check out this and other Gulf accommodations on the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission website, and start planning that Thanksgiving getaway!

Enjoy a Little Gulf Coast Golf (and Other Sports) This Fall

The SEC Women’s Soccer Championship, the Alabama Soccer Festival, a couple tennis championships, and the Battle at the Beach Youth Football National Championship—welcome to fall in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach! These are some of the Gulf Coast sports events coming up over the next month, providing plenty of reasons for a fall trip to the Gulf, whether you are a participating athlete or simply want to watch.

But there is one other popular sport that also attracts visitors to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach this time of year: golf. The area offers a vast selection of beautiful, challenging golf courses designed by golf greats like Arnold Palmer, Jerry Pate, and Earl Stone. Golf packages are available, and several places offer lodging right next to desired golf courses—like Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores at Craft Farms.

Located on the front edge of Craft Farms, home to Gulf Shores golf courses Cotton Creek and Cypress Bend, Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores offers a convenient location for lodging and golf. And golf isn’t the only nearby attraction: the hotel is only minutes from white-sand beaches, hiking trails, amusement parks, and a variety of dining options. The hotel itself offers amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, sauna, and table tennis.

It’s one of many appealing Gulf Shores & Orange Beach accommodations options, and close to all the Gulf sports action—come check it out for yourself!

Find Good Food and Live Music on the Gulf in October

September is wrapping up and October is right around the corner—a wonderful time of year on the Gulf! With this time of year being so close at hand, it’s time to start thinking about one of the biggest Gulf Shores & Orange Beach events of the year: the National Shrimp Festival (October 11th-14th).

This popular event brings four days of fine art and crafts vendors, live music, and lots of fresh Gulf seafood. It also inspires several of the area’s sports events—such as the Shrimp Fest Volleyball Invitational and the Shrimp Fest 10K Run. It’s definitely not an event to be missed.

But, of course, not everyone will be able to attend, and if you find that you simply can’t make it to the Shrimp Fest weekend, no worries—it’s still possible to enjoy the good food and music that Gulf Shores & Orange Beach has to offer. The area is home to a variety of restaurants serving delicious seafood, and live concerts are a common part of the local nightlife. Or you can find it all in one place by visiting a Gulf restaurant like Tacky Jacks—a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor.

This is an excellent restaurant choice if you’re looking for a good variety of seafood to enjoy from a water-front view. You’ll also find plenty of entertainment: live music, karaoke, and bingo are some of the regularly scheduled events at Tacky Jacks. And with three locations in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, it’s easy to find something fun scheduled almost nightly.

Ride for a Good Cause, Then Head for the Pool

You’ve just finished 150 miles of bike riding over the course of two days. What’s the first thing you want to do to recover? If you’re staying at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Orange Beach (a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission), you might head straight for a refreshing dip in this Gulf-front hotel’s pool.

After all, it’s this very hotel you’ll end up at (as well as start from) if you participate in the upcoming MS Ride-Tour de Beach, taking place September 22nd and 23rd. This event is an excellent opportunity to both challenge your cycling skills and raise money for a good cause (working toward ridding the world of MS). Plus it’s a chance to ride along scenic roads and communities in Alabama’s Gulf Coast region.

And since this event begins and ends at the Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach, you might consider booking a room there. In addition to the hotel pool, you’ll have access to the private white-sand beach and a modern fitness center (if the bike ride isn’t enough of a workout!). The Hampton Inn also offers a free hot breakfast with every stay.

Guests also have the option of staying in a spacious hotel suite, complete with a private balcony, separate living area, and a microwave and refrigerator.

If bike riding isn’t the sport for you, no worries—plenty of other sports events are taking place in September alone, including softball, soccer, volleyball, and tennis tournaments. Just visit the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission website for more information. Then plan to come down and watch!

Beach Activity Making You Hungry? Check Out Cobalt the Restaurant

Visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach during the summer and you won’t find any shortage of activity. Sports events are, of course, a popular pastime (like the Bounders Beach Bash Gymnastics Competition and the Gulf Shores Junior Classic-Southeastern Junior Golf Tour taking place early next month).The heat of the season makes swimming a fun option—whether in the pool of your Gulf-front condo or in the actual Gulf itself. Area attractions—nature trails, amusement parks, and history attractions, to name a few—will keep you busy too during your stay.

Certainly the area offers a wide variety of activities, but they all have one thing in common: they will make you hungry. Fortunately, there are a plenty of delicious dining options to choose from, but if you really want to indulge your dining senses on the Gulf Coast, coastal cuisine is the way to go; Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor Cobalt the Restaurant is one such option.

Not only does this Orange Beach restaurant offer a delicious assortment of seafood meals (as well as non-seafood meals like burgers, ribs, and chicken dishes), its location under the Perdido Bay Bridge allows a gorgeous view of the bay from any table. Guests can choose to arrive by land or by water—boat slips are available. And for guests in need of great food for a special event, Cobalt also offers catering services—whether from a private dining room and large outdoor deck at the restaurant or at another location as needed.

Fall is Near—Time for One Last Getaway and Some Gulf Shopping

Summer isn’t over yet, but the end is in sight. Summer vacation is winding down, which means a couple of things for many people: time for one last vacation, and time to shop for fall.

A trip down to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach could be the solution for both. White-sand beaches and a variety of beach-front accommodations—from chain hotels to beach houses and condominiums—make the area ideal for a summer beach vacation. And in addition to exciting sports events (like the Goshen College Women’s Soccer event taking place August 10th to 21st), vacationers can find plenty of other activities, from family-friendly Gulf attractions to golf courses and fishing trips.

While here, vacationers can get a jump on their fall shopping at one of the many local shopping locations—like the Tanger Outlets in Foley, a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission.

With more than 120 outlet stores and guaranteed low prices, Tanger Outlets is a popular Gulf Coast shopping location. Shoppers can find brand names at great prices and the latest fall fashions. Shoppers can also visit Shopper Services to find out about available discount coupons, sales, and promotions. Or visit the Tanger Outlets website to find coupons and buy gift cards.

Experience a Variety of Sports and Accommodations in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

One major advantage of sports in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is the variety of options—such as the variety of facilities available for hosting sports events on the Gulf. Baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields, tennis courts, recreation centers, golf courses, and the Gulf Shores Sportsplex and Orange Beach Sportsplex are some of the venues that make sports competitions in the area so easy to accommodate.

So it’s no wonder that when you check the Events and Special Rates page on the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission website, you’ll also find a variety of scheduled sporting events. This month alone brings a beach volleyball championship, the 2012 Juco Showcase (men’s basketball), and a couple USSSA softball tournaments. Coming up later in the summer is the 2012 Goshen College Women’s Soccer event August 10th to 21st and the 2012 Brett/Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon, set for September 7th and 8th.

And if you’re planning a vacation during any of these events, there’s one more set of options you’ll want to look into: accommodations. The area is home to a variety of beach-side accommodations, whether you’re seeking a simple hotel room or a full-blown vacation at a luxury resort—such as Spectrum Resorts, a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission.

Spectrum offers its own variety of condo options in the form of three resort properties: The Beach Club, Caribe the Resort, and Turquoise Place. Guests have access to several resort activities and amenities, including pools, lazy rivers, spas, outdoor movies, putting greens, and tennis courts. Vacationers also have the option of booking a Gulf vacation package with Spectrum, including golf packages and fishing packages.

It’s Hot Out There—Stay Cool on the Gulf This Summer

There is no question that summer has officially arrived—it’s hot. If you’re traveling to the Gulf to watch (or even participate in) a little sports action, you certainly will not miss out on the heat. Fortunately, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is the place to be in the summer, for several reasons.

First, there’s that Gulf breeze—it can make even the hottest of days bearable as you relax on the white-sand beaches, ride a bike along one of the area’s many nature trails, watch one of the upcoming baseball or football tournaments, or participate in the Blue Marlin Grand Championship (scheduled for July 10th to 15th).

Then of course there’s the Gulf itself, as well as the pools and lazy rivers offered by many of the area’s condominiums and hotels. Book a beach-side condo and you’ll have both options—swimming and the Gulf. What better way is there to cool off during a beach vacation?

And if you simply feel like staying indoors, you can thank Baldwin EMC, who is likely keeping you cool by powering the building’s air conditioning. You can also thank the company for being a sponsor of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission and helping to make possible the variety of sports events that take place. Be sure to check out these upcoming events at the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission website!

Get the Kids Ready for the Coast360 Beach Games in Gulf Shores!

Summer is a perfect time for many things in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, and sports are no exception. The sporting events are continuous throughout the next couple of months, with sports such as baseball, softball, basketball, and even some football rounding out the event lineup.

Summer is also an ideal time for family vacations, and sports-minded families with young children have an extra incentive for a Gulf getaway this year: the 1st Annual Coast360 Beach Games, sponsored by Coast360, a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor.

The games are a chance for children ages 7 to 11 to engage in some fun, friendly competition by participating in games like Hula Hoopla, Bucket Ruckus, Low Tide Slide, Seafood Scramble, and Fish in a Barrel. Participants can compete for prizes including beach balls, medals, and coupons to local businesses, and will appear on Coast360 TV, which will air the games each week.

The Beach Games officially began Thursday, June 14th and will take place every Thursday at 11 a.m. through July 26th at Gulf Shores Public Beach. Only the first 10 registrants will be allowed to participate, so those interested should arrive before 10:45 a.m.

Checking the Latest News and Events While on the Beach

Technology is a wonderful thing to have while vacationing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. Thanks to devices like smartphones and iPads, not only can you continue to stay connected via email and make all your Facebook friends jealous by updating your latest beach activities, you can also stay current with the latest Gulf Coast happenings, thanks to websites like Al.com, one of the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission’s sponsors.

This is an excellent site for keeping up with the latest events in and around Gulf Shores & Orange Beach—and throughout Alabama, for that matter. The entertainment section provides information on local arts, dining, and music events. You can even find information on specific major events going on—like the Hangout Music Fest or Mardi Gras—as well as popular travel spots.

Don’t want to completely break away from the rest of the world during vacation? Al.com is also a good source for the latest news, both local and around the world. You can also check in with the weather so you always know if it’s a good day for enjoying the Gulf Shores beaches (or attending a sporting event!).

Plus it’s a distraction from using your smartphone or iPad for more serious reasons—no work emails allowed on vacation!

The NAIA Women’s Softball National Championship Starts This Week!

It’s an exciting week for sports fans—and particularly softball fans—in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach this week. The 2012 NAIA Women’s Softball National Championship begins this Thursday, May 17th at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex, and with 32 college softball teams competing for the National Champions title, it’s sure to be an exciting event.

For those who are participating in the event, who know someone participating in the event, or who simply want to be there for the sports action and spend a few days enjoying the Gulf Coast, several companies are offering special rates on accommodations during this Gulf Shores sports event—including Kaiser Realty, Inc., a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor.

It’s easy enough to book a condo or beach home with Kaiser. The company’s website allows a quick search according to specific location, view, number of bedrooms, number of occupants, and/or the name of a specific property. You can also browse through photos and virtual tours to gain a visual image of your potential vacation rental.

For the NAIA Softball Championship, Kaiser is offering special rates on one-, two-, and three-bedroom rentals. But if you can’t make it this week, don’t worry—their website offers several hot deals and Gulf Shores vacation packages. And it’s a good bet that whenever you schedule your vacation, you’ll be able to catch some type of sports action.

Hear the Latest Country Hits and News Stories on Your Gulf Vacation

Even though you’re on vacation, the rest of the world is carrying on with life. So while you’re moving from one vacation activity to another—or traveling back and forth between a sporting event and your condo or hotel—you might try tuning into 95KSJ, a local radio station and a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor.


Because even though you’re on vacation, you’re probably still at least a little curious about current news happenings—and 95KSJ will help keep you up to date on these stories while entertaining you with the latest country hits. And music is such an integral part of any visit to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, whether you’re getting pumped up for a sports competition or relaxing on the beach.


Another 95KSJ bonus: you might win something. Tune in to the station—or check out the website—and you might win anything from tickets to an Alan Jackson or Darius Rucker concert to a new gas range to a $10,000 shopping spree. You can also listen live via the station’s website, read up on the latest news stories, find local half-off deals, and more.


There’s need for a vacation—no need to completely disconnect!

Find the Action at Flora-Bama This Month

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is full of athletic competition this month, and the Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar, a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission Sponsor, is the place to be for much of the action.

Feel like challenging yourself in a Gulf Coast triathlon? This Saturday, April 21st, beginning at 7:30 a.m. is the 16th Annual Mullet Man Triathlon. Swim ¼ mile in the Gulf of Mexico, bike 17 miles, and run 4 miles—all beginning at the Flora-Bama Lounge. Then when the action is all over, the fun begins: awards, a post-race party, and of course delicious Flora-Bama food will follow the triathlon.

Then the following weekend the fun returns to the Flora-Bama in the form of fish-tossing. The 27th Annual Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach party begins Friday, April 27th and goes until Sunday, April 29th. The competitions take a different turn during Mullet Toss weekend—tug of war, a bikini contest, a keg toss, and, of course, a mullet toss. Not only can participants say they tossed a fish from Alabama into Florida, they’ll also be contributing to local charities. (And they might win prizes if they’re good at tossing fish!)

Plan a Last-Minute Weekend Getaway to the Gulf

If you like boats and sports, then there are several reasons why this weekend is a good one for visiting Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. First up is the 2012 Gulf Coast Yacht and Boat Show, taking place March 30th through April 1st. See over 400 exhibits featuring fishing boats, yachts, and cruisers, among many others.

Then on March 31st and April 1st, take your pick of either volleyball or baseball. Check out the action as more than 60 youth volleyball teams compete in the 2012 Pleasure Island Volleyball Tournament-American Riviera Classic at Gulf Shores Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. Or make your way over to the Gulf Shores Sportsplex, Orange Beach Sportsplex, or Simms Park to watch the 2012 USSSA Sandlot Spring Lead Off Super NIT Baseball Tournament.

And if you don’t yet have plans to be in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, it’s not too late. The area has plenty of accommodations to choose from, and Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott even offers last-minute weekend rates (as well as some nice amenities, like a lakeside jacuzzi and outdoor heated pool).

Don’t miss out on a fun weekend!

There’s Still Time to Register for a Free Seven-Night Vacation!

How does a seven-night stay in a two-bedroom beach-front condo, a round of golf for two, and a Kindle Fire—all for free—sound? It may sound too good to be true, but if you enter the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Grand Gulf Getaway sweepstakes you just might win this very package. Also included are tickets to various attractions (Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, National Museum of Naval Aviation, and USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park), a Kodak Easy Share camera, and gift cards to restaurants such as LuLu’s and The Hangout—two Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsors.

It’s an ideal setup for a week-long vacation: Wake up to a view of the Gulf each morning, play a round of golf or visit an attraction, relax on the beach with you rnew Kindle Fire, then head out for some delicious seafood (or a delicious burger if you prefer) at The Hangout, or check out the evening’s live music at LuLu’s. All it takes for a chance to win is to enter your name and address at GrandGulfGetaway.com. Winners are being selected weekly until April 7th.

And with a whole week to spend on the Gulf, there are sure to be some exciting sporting events taking place—put that new Kodak camera to use by capturing some of the action!

Rent an Orange Beach Villa and Stay Close to the Sports Action

If you love softball, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is where you want to be the first half of March. Beginning the second day of March is the 2012 Dolphin Classic Softball Tournament-Breast Cancer Awareness event (March 2nd and 3rd)—16 to 18 softball teams compete in this two-day competition. Then on March 9th and 10th is the NAIA & the University of Mobile Gulf Coast Softball Invitational, which will involve 30 NAIA softball teams. Finally the 2012 Gulf Coast Classic I Softball Tournament will take place March 12th to 14th, with a whopping 60 high school softball teams competing in this tournament. All three events will take place at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex.

Perhaps you know someone competing in one of these events—or belong to one of the competing teams. Or maybe you would simply enjoy catching a good softball game (or several games!). Either way, it’s a good reason to plan a trip to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

Several local accommodations offer special rates and packages during these Gulf Coast sports events—like Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor Orange Beach Villas. Make it a true vacation by renting one of these three-bedroom, two-bathroom villas. Not only do you have access to amenities like a full kitchen, a swimming pool, and a fishing lake, you’re also only miles from the Gulf Shores Sportsplex, giving you easy access to both relaxation and the upcoming sports action.

Escape to the Gulf Coast for President’s Day Weekend

President’s Day is on Monday, bringing with it a long weekend. And with a long weekend comes the perfect opportunity for a getaway to the Gulf.

You could plan to spend just the weekend in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach—and check out the USSSA President’s Day Beach Blast Baseball Tournament taking place February 18th and 19th at the Orange Beach Sportsplex. Or you could use the long weekend as an extension into a longer vacation. Not only will you get more time to relax on the Gulf, but you’ll get to attend a non-human sports event—the United States Canine Association Region 1 Field Trial—at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex.

Whenever you decide to stay (and for however long), a company like Young’s Suncoast Realty & Vacation Rentals—a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor—can help you find a place to stay. Maybe you’d like a Gulf-front beach house, or a multi-bedroom condo overlooking a golf course. Visit the company’s website and you can even search for vacation properties in certain locations, those that accept boats, and those that allow pets—bring the family dog along to watch next week’s canine agility events.

Start Your Own Tournament with Condo Amenities

It’s no wonder that Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is a prime spot for sporting events. Not only does the Gulf Coast location provide great weather and scenic settings, but the area offers several venues for all types of sports—everything from baseball fields and tennis centers to skate parks and marinas.

But you don’t have to attend a formal sports event to get in on the athletic action. Many of the area’s hotels and condominiums offer amenities geared toward physical activity, including Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor Brett/Robinson.

Whether staying at Brett/Robinson’s Phoenix All Suites Hotels or one of the company’s many condominiums, guests will have access to at least one activity-friendly amenity: swimming pools. Several of the Phoenix condominiums even offer indoor pools convenient for use during cooler or rainy weather. Putting greens are another amenity found at some of the properties—squeeze in a little warmup before heading out for a round of golf. And individuals seeking a little more competitive action will have access to tennis courts at most of the Brett/Robinson properties; some even offer facilities such as racquetball and basketball courts.

Multi-bedroom condos are available—bring some friends and start your own competitive events!

Feeling Up to Good Food and Karaoke?

If you’re in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach for a sports event, you’ll find your days filled with activity. You might be participating in the 2012 Gulf Coast Half Marathon Series, or getting your baseball fix while watching the upcoming USSSA President’s Day Beach Blast Baseball tournament.

But the fun doesn’t have to end once the running shoes are put away. When the day’s activities are done and you’re still looking for a little action, you might check out some of the local nightlife hot spots—like Tacky Jack’s, a Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission sponsor.

Visit Tacky Jack’s for a delicious dinner—everything from po boys and burgers to various seafood and steak platters—then stay for some of the nighttime activities. Karaoke, bingo, live music, and open mic nights are common events at Tacky Jack’s. Or just hang out, watch some football, and take advantage of the daily specials—like $2 beer and 50-cent wings.

Tacky Jack’s has several locations in and around Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, so take your pick and have fun!