All-American Celebrations Planned for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach As Uncle Sam is adding yet another candle to his birthday cake, guests to the Alabama Gulf Coast will be able to take in not one but three fireworks shows during a value-packed vacation to this family-friendly destination. First to light up the sky will be the Perdido Beach Resort on Friday, July 3rd during its Annual Fireworks Gala and Barbecue. From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., families can savor the finger-licking food while Mr. Big and his band keep the party atmosphere going. Adults may take advantage of the cash bar. Open to the general public, event admission is $30.00 for adults and $15.00 for children under 12 years of age. Children 4 and under are admitted free of charge. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the resort at 251-981-9811 or on web. Individuals wishing to only view the fireworks show may watch free of charge from any public beach access point in Orange Beach. Continuing the action, the City of Gulf Shores plans to fill the sky with fireworks on Saturday night (July 4th). Visible from any public beach access point in Gulf Shores and free of charge, the show is set to kick off at 9:00 p.m. Sunny 105.7 will broadcast simultaneous patriotic music during the show. Meanwhile, The Wharf will be hosting its Fourth of July Celebration, which is also set for Saturday. With child-friendly games and a hot dog eating contest, the Main Street will be even busier than normal this holiday weekend. Cap off the day of fun with a free fireworks show and a stellar concert. The Wharf and the Pepsi Star Series will present Montgomery Gentry with special guest Little Big Town in a live concert kicking off at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit The Wharf's website.

Update on New Businesses to Pleasure Island Business activity continues to increase on the Alabama Gulf Coast, which recently welcomed several new businesses in May. Gulf Shores welcomed the addition of another family-friendly attraction. Shrimpy’s Mini Golf and Arcade is an 18-hole miniature golf course located on East Second Avenue near Mikee’s Seafood. The business also offers an indoor arcade and concessions, such as candy, ice cream and drinks. This facility is handicap-accessible. For more information, call 251-504-1970. The Wharf Adventure Zone opened for the summer season and features child-appropriate activities, such as an 800-foot long zip line and a 32-foot tall ropes course. Admission for the zip line is $18.00 while the ropes course costs $12.00. A combo pass for both activities is $25.00. This business is a part of Recreation Solutions, Inc. For more information, call 850-376-8888. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites opened a new property in Gulf Shores. This 4-floor building, located just off Highway 59 on Commerce Avenue, offers 89 guest rooms – all of which are non-smoking. Other property amenities include an outdoor pool, a health and fitness center and guest self-laundry facilities. For more information, click here. To see a comprehensive list of new businesses, click here.

Other Upcoming Events On Pleasure Island In addition to the action-packed schedule of our Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission, Pleasure Island will also be hosting the following events in July. 2009 Gulf Shores Out & In Concert Series presents Doug Breau's Sentimental Journey Date: 7/9/2009 Location: Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, Gulf Shores. Price: Free to public. Contact: 251-968-1172 or web  Indoor. Travel down memory lane through three decades of the Great American Songbook as he sings hits from the 40's, 50's and 60's, joined by a special guest. Candlelight Tours of Fort Morgan Historic Site Date: Every Tuesday night during June and July  Location: Fort Morgan, 51 Hwy 180 West, Gulf Shores Price: $5 for adults, $4 seniors, $3 for children 18 and under, free for 6 and under. Phone: 251-540-7127 This tour, led by uniformed interpreters, enlightens visitors to the fort's vital role in the Civil War. The one-hour tours, which begin at 7 p.m., feature historical vignettes about fort life, usually around the Civil War era. 2009 Gulf Shores Out & In Concert Series presents Shane Tucker's Elvis Remembered Date: 7/16/2009 Location: Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, Gulf Shores. Price: Free to public. Contact: 251-968-1172 or web  Indoor. Blue Suede Shoes are optional when we get All Shook Up over this well constructed tribute to one of the best known singers of all time. Pepsi Star Series and The Wharf present Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp Date: 7/31/2009 Location: The Wharf Amphitheater Price: Ticket Prices: $89.50, $69.50, $49.50 or $39.50. Contact: 251-434-0033 or web Gates open 5:00 p.m. Showtime 6:00 p.m. For a complete listing of upcoming leisure events, click here.

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