The Gulf Coast is set to come alive this weekend with a range of diverse events for music enthusiasts, food lovers, adventurers and history buffs.
From a rocking tribute to classic rock and the dance-invoking Salsa Music Festival or a serene Full Moon Paddle on Wolf Bay, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
If our list missed the mark for you, visit our event calendar at GulfCoastMedia.com for more events happening this weekend or next. You can even search by distance from your hometown or vacation spot, so get out and explore our neighboring cities.
"Dream On: A Tribute to Classic Rock"
- What: Rock out to an evening of classic rock at "Dream On." The city of Orange Beach Expect Excellence music department's latest show is dedicated to some of the greatest music of all time, from Elton John to Def Leppard. To purchase tickets, visit www.our.show/city-of-orange-beach/dream-on or www.orangebeachal.gov.
- When: Thursday, July 27, and Friday, July 28, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 29, at 2 p.m.
- Where: Orange Beach Performing Arts Center, 23908 Canal Road, Orange Beach
- Price: Tickets are $15
Salsa Music Festival and Food Truck Fest
- What: The Salsa Music Festival is taking over Community Maritime Park. Enjoy the electrifying rhythms, dancing and vibrant culture as the festival turns Pensacola into a Salsa paradise. If salsa isn't your jam, take in the culinary delights just outside the gates at the food truck fest. Taste the flavors from Latin America and the world. Entry to the food truck festival is free.
- When: Saturday, July 29, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Where: Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St., Pensacola
- Price: Tickets to the Salsa Music Festival are $15 for children 12 and under and $20 for adults
July Speaker Series – Fairhope Museum of History
- What: The Fairhope Museum of History will welcome author Paul Brueske for the July Speaker Series. Brueske is the author of "The Last Siege: The Mobile Campaign, Alabama 1865" and will present on Civil War locations in the Mobile Bay area.
- When: Saturday, July 29,1 p.m.
- Where: Fairhope Museum of History, 24 N. Section St., Fairhope
- Price: Free to attend
Movie on The Bluff – "Spider-Man: No Way Home"
- What: Pack of the family or meet up with friends and enjoy a free movie after enjoying the beautiful Mobile Bay sunset. Spread out a blanket or bring your lawn chairs and watch "Spider-Man: No Way Home" while enjoying free popcorn and snow cones. Any donation received will benefit Fairhope Schools. Dress up as Spider-Man for a chance to win a movie pack giveaway.
- When: Saturday, July 29, 8 to 10 p.m.
- Where: Henry George Park
Wolf Bay Full Moon Paddle
- What: Whether you are an experienced paddler or a novice, paddling on Wolf Bay under the full moon is an experience. Paddlers will enjoy a guided paddle, dinner catered by Luna's Eat & Drink and live music. Space is limited. To register, visit Eventbrite.com. Pre-registration is required. Call the Wind & Water Learning Center with questions (251) 424-5909.
- When: Sunday, July 30, 5:30 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Wind & Water Learning Center, 26267 Canal Road, Orange Beach
- Price: $35
