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Savor fresh from the Gulf seafood at the Annual National Shrimp Festival during this four-day event in October. The festival will play host to more than 100 hours of musical entertainment featuring a lineup of national, regional and local acts. There will be musical acts to please all palates, including blues, Motown, southern rock, jazz, zydeco and country. The music plays daily Thursday through Sunday. Families can enter the Annual Sand Sculpture Contest on Saturday. So much more

A unique local favorite, just a few miles from the hotel, Flora-Bama sits on the boarder of Florida and Alabama, no matter what side of the state line you come from there is fun to be had. Flora-Bama is a perfect representation of the neigborhoods proud fishing community, and emulates the relaxed beach lifestyle that is invoked by the locals. Flora-Bama is a host to a number of unique events and every night is an experience from the amazing local seafood to the live music.

Preceded by another fort, Fort Bowyer during the War of 1812, Fort Morgan is a Third System masonry fort built between 1819 and 1833. Standing guard where the bay meets the Gulf of Mexico, the fort played a significant role in the Battle of Mobile Bay in August 1864. Used intermittently through the Spanish American War, World War I and World War II, the site showcases the evolution of seacoast fortifications and adaptations made by the U.S. Army for the defense of the country.

The Beauty of the Gulf Coast has inspired artists of all platforms for generations. The Arts Center is where their work is brought together and displayed. Whether you go by the Gallery to view or to participate in a unique class such as hand glass blowing or pottery, you will feel and experience the pride of the local people expressed through their art. You can even take a piece of work created by talented local artists who are inspired by the beauty all around them to remember your time!

Located off the intercoastal canal The Wharf offers a different and fun experience for locals and travelers alike. With bars, boutique shopping, dinning, dessert shops, boat marina, movie theater, and ferris wheel, you won't experience everything The Wharf has to offer in just one visit! The Wharf offers a lively environment that appeals to all ages, they host a number of seasonal events, & features a large amphitheater that is frequented by top artists!

The Park at OWA is a 21 ride amusement park located on the 520-acre property, features rides for all ages from kiddie to family friendly to the thrilling Rollin’ Thunder roller coaster. OWA’s Downtown District, outside of the amusement park gates and FREE to access, features a variety of restaurants, activities and shopping opportunities including celebrity owned Wahlburgers, a state of the art arcade, and so much more!