Festival · Alabama
Annual National Shrimp Festival 2027
Oct 7–10
Tell us your Alabama datesGulf Shores, AL (public beach) · Alabama
Dates follow the fixed rule on the organizer's FAQ · checked Sep 25, 2026
- Start looking
- by Jul 29
- Arrive
- Oct 6
- Head home
- Oct 11
Gulf shrimp, music and art on the Gulf Shores sand, held by rule on the second full weekend of October.
What you need to know
Annual National Shrimp Festival 2027 runs Oct 7–10, 2027, in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Gulf State Park books eleven months ahead on a rolling window, so mark early November 2026 for a 2027 festival site, then reach the beach by shuttle or bike.
The National Shrimp Festival runs on a fixed rule, which its FAQ states plainly: always the second full weekend in October, always Thursday through Sunday.
For 2027 that is October 7 through 10 on the public beach in Gulf Shores, a project of the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber. Entry to the grounds is free, and the hours are long, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Getting there by car is the weak spot. The festival notes that the parking around the site belongs to private businesses and condo owners who set their own fees, and it strongly recommends its shuttle service; the festival site also lists a bike valet. For an RV, Gulf State Park's campground in Gulf Shores is the base that fits: state-run, full hookups, no posted length limit in our records, open year-round.
Safety rules and an insider tip
Safety + legal. Early October is still inside the Atlantic hurricane season, so follow the tropical forecast the week you drive to the coast, and read the beach warning flags before anyone swims.
Insider tip. Gulf State Park books eleven months ahead on a rolling window, so mark early November 2026 for a 2027 festival site, then reach the beach by shuttle or bike.
Official source: myshrimpfest.com
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Frequently asked about National Shrimp Festival 2027
When is Annual National Shrimp Festival 2027?
Annual National Shrimp Festival 2027 runs Oct 7–10, 2027, in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Where is National Shrimp Festival 2027 held?
Gulf Shores, Alabama (public beach).
What are the exact 2027 dates?
Oct 7–10, 2027.
What RV should I rent for National Shrimp Festival 2027?
Best categories: rv, towable, trucks-vans. The National Shrimp Festival runs on a fixed rule, which its FAQ states plainly: always the second full weekend in October, always Thursday through Sunday. For 2027 that is October 7 through 10 on the public beach in Gulf Shores, a project of the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber. Entry to the grounds is free, and the hours are long, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Getting there by car is the weak spot. The festival notes that the parking around the site belongs to private businesses and condo owners who set their own fees, and it strongly recommends its shuttle service; the festival site also lists a bike valet. For an RV, Gulf State Park's campground in Gulf Shores is the base that fits: state-run, full hookups, no posted length limit in our records, open year-round.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 10 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
How are the National Shrimp Festival dates chosen?
By rule. The festival's FAQ says it is always held the second full weekend in October and always runs Thursday through Sunday. That gives October 7 to 10 in 2027; the 2026 festival, on the same rule, is October 8 to 11.
Where do you park for the Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores?
The festival says parking near the site is first come, first served on private property, with fees set by the owners rather than by the festival, the chamber or the city. It strongly recommends the shuttle, and it names a separate lot for visitors with disability parking credentials.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Early October is still inside the Atlantic hurricane season, so follow the tropical forecast the week you drive to the coast, and read the beach warning flags before anyone swims.
What's an insider tip?
Gulf State Park books eleven months ahead on a rolling window, so mark early November 2026 for a 2027 festival site, then reach the beach by shuttle or bike.
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No CDL is needed for motorhomes under 26,001 lbs — Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Boater License (Class V endorsement on driver license) required for operators 12+ — Alabama Marine Resources — Boating License
No statewide OHV decal; specific lands require trail-use fees — Alabama State Parks — OHV
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- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
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- Allowed — disclosure required
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