From the hundreds of things to do on US Gulf Coast in August 2024 I narrowed my suggestions down to the following six festivals and events. Cool, happy, and fun events that you expect to find on the Gulf Coast.
August on the Gulf Coast is often the hottest month of the year and an excellent time to cool off with a Gulf Coast kayak paddle or other water adventure. Thank goodness we have those sugar sand beaches that do not scorch your feet. But when you decide to head indoors, enjoy your favorite craft brewery or museum.
August on the US Gulf Coast often means an influx of in-state visitors escaping the heat in the state’s interior. Be nice to them and show them my incredible US Gulf Coast friendly hospitality.
Enjoy Fun Things To Do on US Gulf Coast in August.
Internalizing the External, Naples, FL, July 20 – October 27, 2024
Ran Adler’s exhibition is specifically designed for the Naples Botanical Garden unique spaces. He uses rough and disordered materials found in nature to create harmonious, peaceful, and intentional works.
Visit the event website for tickets and information. Also see my Places To Eat in Naples Florida
26th Annual Professional Rodeo, Foley, AL, August 1-3, 2024
Supporting the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation to support teenage mental health, the Annual Professional Rodeo is only 13 miles away from Gulf State Park and the gorgeous Alabama Beaches. Check out children’s activities starting at 6pm followed by the rodeo events starting at 8pm each night.
Visit the event website for tickets and information. Also see my Restaurants in Orange Beach
National Parks Free Entrance Day, August 4, 2024
Spend the first August Monday at your favorite US Gulf Coast National Park property. August 4 is the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act.
I will have a hard time choosing between Everglades, Padre Island National Seashore, Gulf Islands National Seashore, and Dry Tortugas. Or other amazing US Gulf Coast National Park properties, including De Soto National Monument near Anna Maria Island or Jean Lafitte National Historic Park near New Orleans.
Visit the event website for information.
enjoy fun US Gulf Coast events in August
St. Pete Sunday Market, St. Pete, FL, August 18, 2024
Enjoy the St. Pete Sunday Market every third Sunday at the Arts Xchange. This free event is family and dog friendly and features live music and painting from local artists, over 80 vendors, and food trucks.
Visit the market website for tickets and information. Also see St Petersburg FL Art Museums
Elle King (concert), Biloxi, MS, August 30, 2024
There is so much incredible live music to enjoy in August in Coastal Mississippi. One concert to check out is on August 30 at Beau Rivage featuring Elle King. But you can also catch Jeffrey Osborne at IP Casino (Aug 16) or several live performances at Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi, 100 Men Hall in Bay St Louis, and other local venues.
Visit the event website for tickets and information. Also see Things to Do in Biloxi and Great US destinations for music lovers.
Shoreline Food Truck Festival, Corpus Christi, TX, August 31, 2024
The last Saturday of every month (so also go on July 27!), the Shoreline Food Truck Festival will entice you with an amazing variety of incredible food at one gorgeous waterfront spot. Head to the First United Methodist Church parking lot and choose lunch, dinner, or both. The food trucks are there from noon until 7pm.
Visit the festival website for tickets and information. Also see my favorite Texas Gulf Coast Paddling Trails.
Please let me know of other happy, fun, and cool things to do on US Gulf Coast, festivals, and events in August. Or any month!
See also July Gulf Coast events and September Gulf Coast events.
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