4 Best Things to do in Orange Beach, AL in July

There's really never a bad time to visit Orange Beach, but July is especially great. Experience the iconic 4th of July Celebration, splash around the miles of beautiful beaches, and unwind with the scent of fresh sea air. Orange Beach and Gulf Shores are ideal summertime destinations along the Alabama Gulf Coast 

Visit The Alabama Coast's Beaches & Parks

There's nothing quite like the beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast. The shoreline along the Gulf of Mexico stretches with white sand and clear waters, and our beaches are peaceful and uncrowded. There are 8 public beach access points as well as beaches within protected nature preserves and state parks along the coast. You can also book one of our beachfront vacation rentals to be within steps of the sand. 

Best Beaches Along the Alabama Coast

• Gulf State Park
• Perdido Key State Park
• Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

4th of July Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day in a big way at Downtown OWA's Star-Spangled 250th Spectacular. This lively Fourth of July event features a full lineup of patriotic fun, including a festive parade, live music throughout the evening, and a fireworks display to cap off the celebration.

Guests can enjoy interactive activities and family-friendly entertainment across OWA Island and beyond. A highlight of the day is the watermelon eating contest, where kids and adults alike can test their speed in a fun, all-American challenge. 

With plenty to see, do, and experience, it's a great place to gather, celebrate, and make lasting holiday memories.

• Date: July 4th, 2026
• Time: 2-9 pm
• Location: OWA, 1501 South OWA Blvd., Foley, AL
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Visit Waterville USA

Sometimes you want to be in the water, but you just don't want to deal with the sand. That's when it's time to visit Waterville USA. Boasting 20 acres of pools, waterslides, and amusement park rides, Waterville USA is fun for all ages. The Dune Racer, a 6-lane racer slide, and the Flowrider surfing attraction are both musts for thrill seekers. Even if you're looking for an escape from the water, you can enjoy attractions here like the Escape House and Waterville 500 - Go Kart Racing.

Address: 906 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Red, White & Blues Week Pensacola Beach Airshow

The Pensacola Beach Airshow takes place July 15-18, 2026, in nearby Pensacola, Florida. This festival showcases the talents and wonder of the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy's flight demonstration squadron. Based out of the Naval Air Station Pensacola, the Blue Angels take flight all along the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama.

While the official show takes place on July 10, you can catch them rehearsing in the days prior and catch a great show without as big a crowd. 

Book Your Orange Beach Vacation for July 2026

Love being in the water? Be sure to book a vacation rental home or condo with a private pool access or a beachfront rental along the Gulf of Mexico. Browse all of our vacation rentals to find the perfect place to stay while you're on your next vacation to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, AL. 

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