City of Gulf Shores Announces Memorial Day Closures

The City of Gulf Shores would like to wish all of our residents and visitors a very happy and safe Memorial Day weekend.

Please see the following City of Gulf Shores closures in honor of Memorial Day:

• Police, fire, and other emergency services will remain open to ensure public safety and health.
•  Administrative offices for the City of Gulf Shores will be closed on Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, May 30, at 8 a.m.
• The Thomas B. Norton Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 29. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, May 30, at 10 a.m.
• The Gulf Shores Museum will be closed from Saturday, May 27 to Monday, May 29. Regular operation hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30. 
• The Bodenhamer Recreation Center will remain open from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 29.
• The Cultural Center will be closed on Monday, May 29. Regular operation hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30.
• The George C. Meyer Tennis Center will be closed Monday, May 29. Courts will be open and available for public use. Regular operation hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30.
• The City Store will be closed on Monday, May 29. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, May 30.
• Republic Services Garbage and Recycling Services will run as scheduled. Yard debris/bulky pickup scheduled for Monday, May 29, will run on Tuesday, May 30.

Construction Contract Awarded for Renovations at Gulf Shores Elementary School

At the May 8 City Council Meeting, RH Deas Construction was awarded the construction contract to renovate the 200 and 300 buildings at Gulf Shores Elementary School.

The goal of the project is to create collaborative learning spaces that provide a student-centered, experience-based learning atmosphere throughout the school. Ultimately, existing classrooms and hallways will be renovated to provide a similar learning environment that the classrooms and hallways in the STEAM Collaborative Learning Center provide.

Construction is set to begin immediately after the school year concludes and be completed and ready for use before the start of the 2023-2024 school year.

S’mores on the Shore is Set for Tonight at Gulf Place

Campfires, music, and s’mores will be the scene as the City of Gulf Shores hosts S’mores on the Shore on Thursday, May 25. The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Gulf Place, 101 Gulf Shores Parkway.

This family-friendly event will include free s’mores packets, a live DJ, and a balloon artist on site. Families are encouraged to bring their blankets, chairs, and friends and relax on the beautiful white sand of the Gulf Shores Public Beach.

For more information about S’mores on the Shore, click here.

National Public Works Appreciation Week

Happy National Public Works Week to the City of Gulf Shores Public Works Department!

The Public Works team, also known as the "Can Do Crew," serves city residents through so many impactful and different ways each and every day. These men and women are essential workers who keep our community running strong all year long through carrying out countless tasks that most of us don’t even think of because they are doing their job, and doing it well. Some of these daily tasks include but are not limited to:

• Cleaning the beaches every day
• Keeping streets litter-free
• Maintaining cleanliness daily in City buildings, parks, beach bath houses, rental buildings, sports facilities and event locations 
• Raising and lowering of the American Flag and City flags as ordered by Government officials
• Maintaining the recycling drop-off center and keeping a record of materials processed
• Managing and executing City-wide debris-pickup service
• Working alongside law enforcement to enforce rules and keeping the beach safe for all beachgoers and wildlife
• Supporting new construction projects at Gulf Shores City Schools
• Maintaining all City buildings and the vehicle fleet
• Maintaining all landscaping at City buildings and properties
• Replacing street signs, stop signs, and other way-finding signs throughout the City
• Maintaining proper drainage in neighborhoods and throughout the City
• Providing mosquito control
• And so much more!

If you see a member of the Public Works Department this week, please join us in thanking them for all they do for our City!

Hurricane Season Begins June 1

Hurricane Season begins June 1 and now is time to make sure you and your family are ready in case there is an emergency! Here are a few helpful tips to help you get started.

Stay informed and Connected

One of the most important steps you need to take prior to hurricane season is to ensure you have a way to receive important updates regarding severe weather before, during and after the storm. Make sure you are following your local news and weather authorities for accurate updates.

Sign up for City Notifications

Sign up for our FREE notification program to receive important information, updates, and alerts from the City of Gulf Shores. Click here to sign up online today.

Obtain a Hurricane Re-Entry Pass

It is critical to have a current Hurricane Re-Entry Pass BEFORE hurricane season begins. In the event of an emergency where areas of Gulf Shores are evacuated, these decals serve to identify those who should be allowed into a restricted area(s) at the appropriate time. In accordance with the City of Gulf Shores Resolution 5642-16, once a Hurricane Warning has been issued for the Gulf Shores Area, re-entry decals are no longer distributed to any residents, businesses, or other entities. For more information on obtaining a hurricane decal, click here.

Evacuation Plan

In the event, we have a hurricane and an evacuation is mandated, you and your family must have a plan. Your plan should include where you are going, how you are going to get there, and how long it should take. For more information on evacuation plans, click here. 

Gather Supplies

The first 72 hours after a storm are on you. This means that after an emergency strikes, support and resources may be available right away. Every home needs an emergency kit with a three-day (72 hours) supply of food, water, and other basic needs. Consider the unique needs of your family, such as supplies for pets or medication for seniors. 

For a list of recommended supplies for your emergency bag, click here.

Prepare your Property

There are several steps you can take around your home to help protect it from the effects of hurricanes: 

• Trim trees on your property.
• Declutter drains and gutters.
• Bring in any outside objects (furniture, yard tools, etc.) that could become hazardous flying debris.
• Install hurricane shutters.
• Most importantly, we ask that if you notice a drainage issue that can possibly cause future flooding, please get in touch with the City of Gulf Shores Public Works Department at 251-968-1156.



We hope these preparedness tips help alleviate some of the stress of hurricane season. For more hurricane preparedness information, please visit www.ready.gov.

City of Gulf Shores Announces Make Music Day Events



At the May 22 City Council Meeting, Mayor Robert Craft and the City Council proclaimed Wednesday, June 21, as Make Music Day in Gulf Shores! 

The City of Gulf Shores is excited to join the global Make Music Day celebration with a variety of free events on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Make Music Day coincides every year with the summer solstice and brings together people of all ages and skill levels to make music on the longest day of the year. The celebration is a free and open invitation for anyone, regardless of skill level, to create, enjoy, perform, teach, learn, and experience the making of music.

The City of Gulf Shores will celebrate Make Music Day with the following events:

Live Music Performance at the Bodenhamer Recreation Center

June 21 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

The Recreation Department will host the ultimate jam session featuring the dynamic duo Smokey Otis and Chicago Bob. The live performance will be held in the Bodenhamer Recreation Center lobby from 10-11:30 a.m

Make Music at the Museum

June 21 | 2 - 4 p.m.

In celebration of Make Music Day, the Gulf Shores Museum will host local musician and instructor Jo Billups for a live performance. Following Billups' performance, attendees are invited to create their own music using guitars they've made themselves at the museum. This free event will take place from 2-4 p.m., and all materials needed to create the guitars will be provided.

Make Music at Meyer Park

June 21 | 6 - 8 p.m.

The City of Gulf Shores Special Events Team is partnering with the Frank Brown Songwriters and the Flora-Bama to present Make Music at Meyer Park. Join us at Meyer Park for an incredible musical performance featuring Rhonda Hart and Smokey Otis. Attendees will be encouraged to participate in the musical action with egg shakers and tambourines provided by the City of Gulf Shores. As an added incentive to join us, Sassy Bass will be present giving away two ukuleles. The fun will take place from 6-8 p.m. at Meyer Park ( 400 E 22nd Ave). Food trucks will be set up for those who want to purchase food.

"We're excited to bring this international day of music-making to Gulf Shores and encourage everyone to find their inner musician," said Grant Brown, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Director. "Make Music Day is one way we focus on the importance of the arts and culture in our community."

For more information on Make Music Day, please visit www.makemusicday.org.

Special Recycling Days

The City of Gulf Shores will host a Special Recycling Drive from June 19-30. During this time, the public can drop off items that are not normally accepted at the Drop Off Recycling Center.

Accepted items include:

• Electronics
• Fluorescent Lightbulbs
• Paint

The Drop Off Recycling Center is located at 160 W. 36th Ave. For more information on recycling, click here. 

City of Gulf Shores Announces Summer Music at Meyer Park Lineup

The city of Gulf Shores is excited to announce the lineup for the 2023 Summer Music at Meyer Park concert series. These FREE concerts begin at 6 p.m. and take place at Meyer Park in Gulf Shores - 400 E 22nd Ave.

The lineup for our 2023 Music at Meyer Park concert series consists of the following bands:

• June 21 – Make Music Day at Meyer Park
• July 20 – Molly Thomas and the Rare Birds
• August 17 – Johnny Sansone

Music at Meyer Park concerts are rain-or-shine events. In the event of rain, the back-up location will be Big Beach Brewery. Food trucks will be set up at each event for those wishing to purchase food, and the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber will be onsite selling beverages for all ages to enjoy! For more information, please click here.