Every Fall, This Small Gulf Coast Town In Alabama Holds One Of The Largest Shrimp Festivals In America
By Jennifer Young
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Published September 29, 2022
Alabama hosts many events throughout the year, including some of the best festivals in the nation. Now that fall has officially arrived, a few of these events are coming up, including the Annual National Shrimp Festival. To learn about this fun fall event in Alabama, including why it’s worth adding to your fall bucket list, take a look below.
The Annual National Shrimp Festival is held each fall in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Attracting around 250,000 people annually, it's one of the largest shrimp festivals in the nation.
This year's festival, which happens to be celebrating its 49th year, will take place Thursday, October 6th through Sunday, October 9th. It'll be offering lots of shrimp that's prepared a variety of ways by some of the area's top chefs.
If you're a seafood lover, but you're not in the mood for shrimp, no problem. A variety of other seafood favorites will be available, including fish, crab cakes, and more.
And if you'd rather not have seafood at all, you're in luck because there will also be several food vendors onsite selling everything from burgers and corn dogs, to sandwiches and nachos.
The Annual National Shrimp Festival will also have several booths selling unique items such as art, signs, jewelry, apparel, and more.
There will also be a great lineup of events scheduled, including musical entertainment and the festival's famous...
...Sand Sculpture Contest.
For an unforgettable experience, consider adding Alabama's Annual National Shrimp Festival to your fall bucket list. It's a fun event for the entire family.
Have you ever attended Alabama’s Annual National Shrimp Festival? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below. Also, let us know if you plan to attend this year’s event, and if so, what you’re looking forward to the most.
For reasons why a visit to Alabama belongs on everyone’s fall bucket list, be sure to take a look at the following article: 9 Reasons Why Fall Is The Best Time To Visit Alabama .
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