LIVE MUSIC Music festivals, songwriter showcases and legendary beach havens draw in a large number of music lovers all year. Live music can be found all over Baldwin County. Many restaurants, bars and other venues promote local talent nightly and ampitheaters bring in world-famous acts. Below is only a sampling of live music venues.
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ALABAMA GULF COAST MUSIC HALL
An 800-seat indoor venue that features both touring acts and is available to rent for special events. Food is available at ticketed events, and the hall hosts barbecue nights with lip-smacking dinner and dancing. A large parking lot makes this a great stop for tour groups or a gathering place for large private functions.
ALLEY CAT ALLEY » 251-980-5118 » FloraBama.com
THE FROG POND AT BLUE MOON FARM
» 12615-A Foley Beach Express, Foley » 251-978-2464 » AlabamaGulfCoastMusicHall.com
The Frog Pond is a private outdoor venue in a private home. This venue features an outdoor stage under a 200-year-old cedar tree on Blue Moon Farm, owned by Cathe Steele. Patrons bring their own chairs and beverages and are encouraged to participate in a covered dish dinner. Overnight camping is allowed for out-of-town visitors. The concerts are unique and intimate. You must have a reservation to attend.
Must be 21 with a valid ID to enter. Live entertainment, open mic night, bike night, and karaoke. Pool tables and leagues. Outside firepits, horseshoes and cornhole.
THE HANGOUT
ALLEY CAT ALLEY
» 14835 State Highway 104, Silverhill » 251-945-5001
PIRATE’S COVE
Delight in some casual music while enjoying great food and beautiful scenery. Pirate’s Cove is a marina, restaurant and a great place to catch local bands. There’s live music two to three times a week, featuring mostly local musicians. Pirate’s Cove also has a famously tasty hamburger if you are hungry. It is open seven days a week and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. » 6664 County Road 95, Elberta » 251-987-1224 » PiratesCoveRiffRaff.com
THE AMPHITHEATER AT THE WHARF
The only place in the county where you can catch national headlining bands throughout the year. This year, you can expect to catch artists such as Luke Bryan, Brantley Gilbert, Thomas Rhett, Brooks & Dunn, Whiskey Myers and Kip Moore. The Amphitheater shares The Wharf Resort with a full-service marina, a shopping area, restaurants, a movie theater, as well as the South’s tallest Ferris wheel. » 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach » 251-224-1020 » alwharf.com/amphitheater
THE FLORA-BAMA LOUNGE AND PACKAGE STORE
The Flora-Bama is a beachside oyster bar that has live music daily. The iconic mainstay is home to annual events such as the International Frank Brown Songwriters Festival, The Interstate Mullet Toss and the Polar Bear Dip. The Bama hosts three stages and has entertainment on the beach. The establishment supports local musicians through open mic nights and various musical events.
» 19375 Rada Road, Silverhill » thefrogpondbluemoonfarm@gmail.com » TheFrogPondAtBlueMoonFarm.com
These days, The Hangout is back and better than ever. With an extensive menu of food and drinks and live music daily, The Hangout is one of the most popular venues on the beach. It is home to the growing Hangout Music Festival and is the place to let loose and laugh with family and friends. » 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores » 251-948-3030 » TheHangout.com
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FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITER’S FESTIVAL
This 10-day event features some of the best songwriters from around the country and beyond. During this festival, you can catch more than 200 Grammy-winning and up-and-coming songwriters. The festival is named after Frank Brown, a night watchman at the legendary Flora-Bama bar for 29 years. » Various venues throughout Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Pensacola » Nov. 3-13, 2022 » FrankBrownSongwriters.com
HANGOUT MUSIC FEST
Located on the sandy white beaches of Gulf Shores, Hangout Fest is a truly unique experience. Featuring many of the nation's most popular artists, the three-day event is worth checking out. Tickets sell out fast, so get them early if you plan to attend. » Public beach in Gulf Shores, near The Hangout » May 2023 » HangoutMusicFest.com
» 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Perdido Key, FL 48 Big Beautiful Baldwin • 2022-23
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