The best things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in June! The weather is warming up, and it is the perfect time to explore the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in June
June is an amazing time to be in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. The weather is warming up, the water is getting warmer, and the beach is calling.
There are great concerts and events during the month at The Wharf Amphitheater, local festivals, and so many things to do.
June Events in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
Slice of Summer Event at The Wharf
Date - June 3, 10, 17, and 24th from 6 to 9 pm
Location - The Wharf
Every Monday night during the summer season you can celebrate a Slice of Summer at The Wharf. There will be magicians, stilt walkers, and balloon artists. Plus opportunities to ride a came, get your face painted, and play in the glow bubbles from the official Bubble Truck.
- DJ Matt: 6-9 pm
- Bubble Truck: 6:30-8:30 pm
- SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Wild Wild Wharf
- Kids’ Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm
- SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Pepsi Treasure Hunt for Hunger
- Treasure Hunt + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm
- SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Wiki Wiki Wharf
- Kids’ Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm
- Bubble Truck: 6:30-8:30 pm
- SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo
Dates - June 7 & 8, awards on the 9th
Location - Flora-Bama Ole River Grill beach area
This fishing rodeo is a 3-day Captain's Choice Tournament. Anglers compete in 30 categories including red snapper.
The tournament has an epic beach party and award ceremony with daily weigh-ins. There is live music, vendor booths, epic food, and all the fun.
Luke Bryan Concert - Mind of a Country Boy Tour
Date - June 14 and 15, 7 pm
Location - The Wharf Amphitheater
The Luke Bryan Concert also includes Chayce Beckham, Lily Rose, Josh Ross, and DJ Rock.
LuLu's Hot Trot 5K and Fun Run
Date - Saturday, June 15th, 7:30 am
Location - LuLu's Gulf Shores
LuLu's Gulf Shores is hosting a 5k run/walk or a mile fun run on flat ground. After the race there will be a fun party at LuLu's.
Funds raised from the event with benefit ARC-Baldwin County. This event is hosted by the Robertsdale Rotary.
Tacos & Tequila Festival
Dates - June 22 & 34
Location - Baldwin County Fairground
Enjoy tacos including a taco eating contest, beer stein holding contest, toss the tacos, and so much more.
Dierks Bentley Concert with Chase Rice and Tyler Braden
Date - Friday, June 28, 7 pm
Location - The Wharf Amphitheater
Dierks Bentley with special guests Chase Rice + Tyler Braden is coming to The Wharf Amphitheater on Friday, June 28 as part of the 2024 C Spire Concert Series.
Big Beach Saucy Funky Collective Extravaganza
Date - Friday June 28, 4 - 9:45 pm
Location - Big Beach Brewing Company
Saucy FuzZ, Funky Lampshades, Phil J and The Collective will be playing a multi band bill in support of Funky Lampshades EP release party.
Bert Kreischer’s Fully Loaded Comedy Festival
Date - Sunday, June 30th, 7 pm
Location - The Wharf Amphitheater
Enjoy a night filled with comedy and fun! The Bert Kreischer’s Fully Loaded Comedy Festival features Mark Normand, Tony Hinchcliffe, Whitney Cummings, Stavros Halkias, Dave Attell, Ralph Barbosa, Big Jay Oakerson, Dan Soder, Matt McCusker + more.
Additional June Events along the Gulf Coast
Blue Angels Practice
Dates - June 4, 5*, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26
Location - Pensacola Naval Air Station
Gates open at 9:30 am
The Blue Angels are scheduled to take off at 10:30 am
The dates with a * includes an autograph day in the museum following the Blue Angels Practice.
Practices last approximately 55 minutes. There are open bleacher seats for 500 people. You can also rent a chair for $6 (there are limited quantities of chairs).
Please note that backpacks, daypacks, luggage, or similar items are NOT allowed on the flight line during Blue Angel practice air shows.
You will need to have your ID to enter onto the Naval Air Station. Public access to NAS Pensacola is available only from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. through the West Gate on Blue Angel Parkway.
Make sure to plan time to visit the National Naval Aviation Museum after practice.
June Things to Do
Jet Ski Tours
One of my goals this summer is to get out on a jet ski tour and see the local dolphins. It feels like the perfect way to enjoy time on the water and get to see local wildlife.
Plus they just look like so much fun.
There are a couple of options for enjoying a Jet Ski in Orange Beach and Orange Beach.
Jet Ski Rentals - You can rent a jet ski by the hour and head out independently to explore the back bays of Orange Beach.
Jet Ski Tours - or you can join a guided jet ski dolphin tour with a qualified and professional jet ski operator.
Dolphin Cruises
Head out on the water and check out the local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins that play in the back bays and Gulf.
Book a dolphin cruise here
Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.
Sunset Dolphin Sail
May is the perfect time to enjoy a sunset dolphin sail on the back bays of Orange Beach. This sailing tour leaves from the Wharf making it really easy to get to.
You can relax with a cold drink while watching dolphins frolicking nearby. As the sun goes down you can savor the warm weather and epic views from the sailboat.
This is one of our favorite date night activities on the water. It is so relaxing and the views are amazing.
Rent a Polaris Slingshot
Drive around town in style with a sleek three wheeled Slingshot! The perfect way to cruise the beach and enjoy the gorgeous weather!
Manual or automatic transmission vehicles are available. Rent for a day or the week.
Check out the Slingshot Rentals
Parasailing
See the beach and Gulf Coast from a new perspective! Why not try Parasailing while on your Gulf Coast Vacation.
You can Parasail in both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach! Check out these great Parasailing Options.
Rent a Pontoon Boat
Captain your own pontoon boat and enjoy the waters of Orange Beach! Grab your friends and family and plan a day out on the water.
Some of the pontoon boats have slides so you can slide right into the cool waters of the Gulf. Cruise the scenic Orange Beach islands of Bird Island, Robinson Island, and Rabbit Island.
Check out great Pontoon Boat Rentals
Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Weather in June
The weather in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach continues to warm up in June.
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach enjoy early summer weather in June with temperatures ranging from 75 degrees to 89 degrees.
Daylight hours increase in June with the shortest day of the month is June 1, with 13 hours, 59 minutes of daylight and the longest day is June 20, with 14 hours, 6 minutes of daylight.
The earliest sunrise of the month in Gulf Shores is 5:48 AM on June 10 and the latest sunrise is 4 minutes later at 5:52 AM on June 30.
The earliest sunset is 7:48 PM on June 1 and the latest sunset is 8 minutes later at 7:56 PM on June 30.
Water temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico continue to rise by 4 degrees. Going from 80°F to 84°F, over the course of the month.
Visiting Gulf Shores and Orange beach for an Event?
If you are visiting from out of town and need to book accommodations here are our recommendations based on staying at these locations.
The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan) - This resort offers beachfront condos, tons of amazing amenities, and a great spa.
Turquoise Place Luxury Vacation Rentals (Orange Beach) - This is our favorite resort in the area! Luxury amenities, epic beachfront views, and the condos are unbelievable.
Springhill Suites Orange Beach - Located next to The Wharf it is a great location off of the beach. We enjoyed their gorgeous pool.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park - Located on the beach in Gulf State Park this Hilton Hotel offers epic beach views, a sustainable hotel experience, and great restaurants.
This map will show you the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area.
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