Bama Coast Cruisin’ at Orange Beach Freedom Fest

FALL 2026 Event

September 19 & 20, 2026 · Main Street/Wharf Lane at The Wharf

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ALL Spaces Will Be VIP Reserved Parking · You MUST Pre-Register to Participate!

FALL 2026 Entry Form

Have you ever tried to use a chair or cone to hold your parking spot, only to return an hour later to find your stuff moved to the curb & 2 tons of steel sitting in its place? Well, not at Bama Coast Cruisin’! / Register now & get a VIP Reserved Parking Space at this years event. Choose a spot & it will literally have your name on it. You’ll never have to search for a parking spot at Bama Coast Cruisin’ & you can keep your VIP Reserved Parking Sign as a souvenir to hang in your garage or display with your other car show memorabilia!

Keep Your Fall 2026 Reserved Space for the Fall 2027 Show!

When you have a VIP Reserved Parking Space, you have the first right of refusal on that exact same space for the following year. During the event, from 12 noon Saturday thru 12 noon Sunday, anyone who currently holds a Reserved Space can re-register for their exact same space at the Registration Tent (changing to a new space is not allowed). Any space that is not re-registered by 12 noon on Sunday will be available to the public when 2027 Registration begins.

Vendors

Vendors can sign up through the City of Orange Beach Freedom Fest website. Below is a link to the “Freedom Fest Vendor Spaces” application page.

Vendor Application

Directions

Participants & Vendors: Check-in / Registration will take place at the south end of Main Street at The Wharf. Turn onto Main Street from Canal Rd, when you reach the first roundabout look to your right. Our Registration Tent will be set up just past the EV charging stations. This will be your 1st stop when you arrive.

Spectators: There is plenty of free, convenient parking at The Wharf. Visit this link: The Wharf Visitor Info & Parking for details

Use the interactive map for turn by turn directions to Bama Coast Cruisin’ & Freedom Fest

Participants & Vendors

Main Street/Wharf Lane at The Wharf

Trailer Parking

Free Trailer Parking is available at The Wharf. Trailer Parking is located on the LEFT side of Wharf Pkwy just south of the Event Center. The field on the right side of Wharf Pkwy is for spectator parking ONLY and we can no longer use it for trailers. Please park trailers tight so we can fit them all in.

Use the interactive map for turn by turn directions to Trailer Parking at Bama Coast Cruisin’ /

Trailer Parking

Main Street/Wharf Lane at The Wharf

Cruisin’

About The Event

Orange Beach Freedom Fest: The Orange Beach Freedom Fest is a true, down-home celebration of America with a car show, concerts, special speakers, arts & crafts, children’s activities, food… just an All-American red, white and blue weekend in Orange Beach, Alabama. / The schedule will include arts & crafts, food vendors, entertainment, children’s activities and a fall edition of Bama Coast Cruisin’. That Friday night will also include entertainment at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center. On Sunday a full afternoon is planned for the Amphitheater at The Wharf with all proceeds benefiting a special nonprofit. Stay tuned for more details.

Bama Coast Cruisin’: Our goal with Bama Coast Cruisin’ was to create an inclusive show that welcomes anyone who loves cars and enjoys cruisin’ the open road. There are no restrictions to the vehicles that can be entered into the show. Our motto is: Bring your dream ride & cruise with us! / Bama Coast Cruisin’ is an absolutely stunning show. Held at The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL and set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It’s a laid back, family friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality. / Main Street, which takes visitors through the heart of the shops and restaurants at The Wharf, will be closed to through-traffic during the show. Only Bama Coast Cruisin’ show cars will be allowed to drive or park on Main Street. It’s a unique and exciting atmosphere for a cruisin’ event and there is plenty of FREE Trailer Parking on the grounds of The Wharf!

Additional features will be added as they are confirmed so check this page often. / To stay up to date with all the latest news Follow us on Facebook.

Bama Coast Cruisin' & Freedom Fest 2024

Saturday, Sep 20, 5pm-8pm

Cruise-In at Tiki & Raw Bar

27844 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL

Cruise down Canal Rd & join us at Tiki & Raw Bar, a fantastic place with a laid back, indoor-outdoor vibe! Their Fall Football Menu has plenty of hand held favorites that you can eat inside, at the bar or sitting next to your car (bring your chairs for that one)! Special parking will be reserved for Bama Coast Cruisin’ participants. / Live Music: Clay Watson 3pm-6pm • Justin Colvard Band 6pm-10pm

Click HERE for website & Menu

Friday Night Pre-Show Party!

FREE Live Music at Yoho Rum & Taco at The Wharf: Featuring Jeff Roberts

Join us for a family friendly party at Yoho Rum & Tacos at The Wharf! Relax by the water at the outdoor Boat Bar and enjoy live music from Jeff Roberts.

FREE Live Music on the Flora-Bama/CoastAL Stage

9am-5pm Saturday, Sep 20

9am-11am: Mike Diamond / 11am-1pm: Tim Roberts Duo / 1pm-3pm: Al & Cathy / 3pm-5pm: Willie Traywick Band

10am-4pm Sunday, Sep 21

10am-Noon – Ronnie Presley / Noon-2pm – Mike Diamond / 2pm-4pm – Tyler Ward

Vendors

The Vendor Area is always popular with exhibitors and spectators alike.

Door Prizes • 50/50 Drawing

Door Prize Giveaways for registered participants will take place throughout each day & the 50/50 Drawing will be held during the Awards Ceremony on Sunday.

Lineup at 3pm, Cruise leaves at 3:15

Beach Cruise

The highlight of Bama Coast Cruisin’ is Sunday’s 14 mile Beach Cruise. From The Wharf, down the scenic beach highway & back. Police escorted to keep the Cruise moving. Average speed is 20-30 mph.

CLICK HERE to See Cruise Route

Kids Zone

FREE Kids Zone with Inflatables!

Motorcycle Rally

Motorcycle Rally by The Marshals, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024

Jeep Rally

Jeep Rally by Island Time Jeepers, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024

Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Association: Collectible Firearms Show

The nonprofit Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Association will host a Collectible Firearms Show at the Orange Beach Event Center. Cost of admission will be $10 per person with children 15 and under free with adult supervision. / Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm / Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm

2025 SHOW SCHEDULE

Show Schedule

Saturday, Sep 20, 5pm-8pm
Cruise-In at Tiki & Raw Bar
Cruise down Canal Rd & join us at Tiki & Raw Bar, a fantastic place with a laid back, indoor-outdoor vibe! Their Fall Football Menu has plenty of hand held favorites that you can eat inside, at the bar or sitting next to your car (bring your chairs for that one)! Special parking will be reserved for Bama Coast Cruisin’ participants. / Live Music: Clay Watson 3pm-6pm • Justin Colvard Band 6pm-10pm
Friday Night Pre-Show Party!
Join us for a family friendly party at Yoho Rum & Tacos at The Wharf! Relax by the water at the outdoor Boat Bar and enjoy live music from Jeff Roberts.
FREE Live Music on the Flora-Bama/CoastAL Stage
Vendors
The Vendor Area is always popular with exhibitors and spectators alike.
Door Prizes • 50/50 Drawing
Door Prize Giveaways for registered participants will take place throughout each day & the 50/50 Drawing will be held during the Awards Ceremony on Sunday.
Lineup at 3pm, Cruise leaves at 3:15
Beach Cruise
The highlight of Bama Coast Cruisin’ is Sunday’s 14 mile Beach Cruise. From The Wharf, down the scenic beach highway & back. Police escorted to keep the Cruise moving. Average speed is 20-30 mph.
Kids Zone
FREE Kids Zone with Inflatables!
Motorcycle Rally
Motorcycle Rally by The Marshals, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
Jeep Rally
Jeep Rally by Island Time Jeepers, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Association: Collectible Firearms Show
The nonprofit Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Association will host a Collectible Firearms Show at the Orange Beach Event Center. Cost of admission will be $10 per person with children 15 and under free with adult supervision. / Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm / Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm

2025 SHOW SCHEDULE

View the 2024 Show Schedule to see what kind of fun you can expect at this year’s event!

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2025 EVENT MAP

Event Map

2025 EVENT MAP

*PLEASE NOTE: This year's Registration / Check-In will be located at the south end of Main Street, NOT at the Event Center

Check out the grounds & plan where you & your friends want to meet up for this year’s event!

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Hotels & Condos

Show Sponsor & Host Condo Provider

Young's Suncoast Vacation Rentals

Enjoy special offers for Bama Coast Cruisin’ Participants. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos at The Wharf along with condos & houses at several beach front and Pet Friendly properties are available. Call 1-800-826-1213 & mention Bama Coast Cruisin’ or book your room online!

Book Your Room Online

Host Condo

Levin's Bend Condominiums at The Wharf

4550 Main St, Orange Beach, AL 36561

These beautiful Condominiums overlook our event at The Wharf. Reserve a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom condo by calling 1-866-864-0937 & mention Bama Coast Cruisin’ or book your room online!

Book Your Room Online

Host Hotel: On the Event Grounds

Marriott SpringHill Suites at The Wharf

4673 Wharf Parkway West, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Marriott SpringHill Suites at The Wharf has offered an excellent Show Rate of $165 per night + tax. / Breakfast Buffet and WiFi are included in the rate!

8IMPORTANT INFORMATION: / • Book by Tuesday, 8/18/26 to receive discount. Available for stays from Friday, 9/18/26 to Monday, 9/21/26. Pending availability. / • Reservations may also be made by calling 877.590.8185 and requesting the rate for the group code: FREEDOM FEST / BAMA COAST CRUISIN’.

Book Your Room Online

Full Listing Of Hotels & Condos in Orange Beach & Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach CVB

You can find a full listing of all the hotels & condos located in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach on the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau website.

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Trailer Parking

FREE trailer parking is available for for Participants & Vendors. Space is limited so please park tight. Trailer Parking is located next to the Orange Beach Event Center with some overflow available in the open lot across the street. Use the interactive map for turn by turn directions to the trailer lot.

Frequently Asked Questions

FALL 2026 Event