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Events September 14, 2026 By Kelly Davis

Mid-September Festivities: Freedom Fest, Car Show, and Coastal Cleanup

Orange Beach Freedom Fest and the Bama Coast Cruisin' Car Show take over The Wharf, the Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup begins, and buyers explore luxury waterfront homes.

Mid-September Festivities: Freedom Fest, Car Show, and Coastal Cleanup
Mid-September Festivities: Freedom Fest, Car Show, and Coastal Cleanup local photo
Mid-September Festivities: Freedom Fest, Car Show, and Coastal Cleanup local photo
Mid-September Festivities: Freedom Fest, Car Show, and Coastal Cleanup local photo
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Mid-September brings one of the most active weekends of the fall season. Between a major community festival, a massive classic car show, and an important environmental effort, there are plenty of reasons to get out and explore the coast this week.

For local residents and visitors alike, it is a weekend that highlights both the community spirit and the luxury lifestyle that make Orange Beach so special.

Orange Beach Freedom Fest & Bama Coast Cruisin'

On September 19-20, The Wharf will host the annual Orange Beach Freedom Fest. This two-day event celebrates community with arts and crafts vendors, local food booths, live music, and family activities.

Running concurrently is the Bama Coast Cruisin' Fall Car Show, which brings a stunning collection of classic, custom, and vintage cars lining Main Street and Wharf Parkway. Additionally, the Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Association will host their collectible firearms show at the Orange Beach Event Center.

Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup

On Saturday, September 19, volunteers will gather across the county for the Alabama Coastal Cleanup. This "Get the Trash out of the Splash" campaign is a vital community effort to clean local beaches, waterways, and parks. It is a wonderful way for locals and second-home owners to give back and help preserve our beautiful environment.

  • Expect Main Street at The Wharf to be closed to normal vehicle traffic to accommodate the classic car display.
  • Join a local Coastal Cleanup site on Saturday morning to help keep our beaches pristine.
  • Take time to explore the back bays of Orange Beach, where boaters enjoy peaceful waters and scenic sunsets.

Buyer Takeaway

Events like the Freedom Fest at The Wharf show off the vibrant, upscale lifestyle of Orange Beach. For buyers interested in premium waterfront living, the local market offers spectacular custom estates and luxury properties with deep-water access, gated privacy, and private docks.

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