Annual Events

This fine arts festival features the very best in visual, culinary, performing and musical arts. 100 fine artists present their works in an intimate bayfront setting amount moss draped oaks. Named as a "200 Best" fine art shows by the nationally acclaimed Sunshine Artist magazine, coming in at 25th in the nation. The show is now in its 51st year.

If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to Brianne at bdichiara@orangebeachal.gov.

If you would like to be a Patron, please reach out to Fran Drake at frandrake7@gmail.com.

How it works:

The Patron program was created to provide committed support to the participating fine artists of the Orange Beach Festival of Art through dedicated funds which are used to purchase artwork during our annual show. This demonstrates to the artists our community’s commitment to the Festival and its artists, and in turn works to recruit both new and returning talent.  

You select your level of participation and donate those funds to Friends of the Arts. You receive two “Art Dollars” vouchers for use at the art festival to select your favorite piece(s). It’s a win-win-win: You are able to spend the majority of your dollars on original fine art; the fine artists are guaranteed committed interest in the festival and their work; and the portion retained by the Friends of the Arts directly funds our other show artists including performing artists and demonstrating artists.  

Get complete details and access the purchase form here.

2025 Festival of Art Patrons

GOLD

Janet Haenisch

Karl & Penny Groux - Perdido Beach Resort

Steve & Dee Burrow - Sea Oat Studio

David Greene

Charles Gordon Jr. MD
                             

SILVER

John Lepley

Cindy & Charles Gordon

Colette Boehm - Colette Boehm Freelance

Tim & Cindy Walker

Diane & Allen McElroy

Susie & Greg Leatherbury

Monica Speak

BRONZE

Fran Drake

Amanda Van Auker

Robin Anderson

Dr. Joe Busta

Phil & Helen Carlock

Victoria Gordziel

Mary Ellen Davis

Susan Sizemore

Tacky Jacks

Gayle Cahn

Chuck Norwood - Norwood Team, Remax of Gulf Shores

Jeff & Rea Ann Silvers

Support the local arts with a fun and interactive night on the waterfront with our Murder Mystery Party.  This is our annual signature fundraiser, The Grand Event, which features a different theme each year.  Join us for an evening of delectable cuisine and cocktails, a whodunnit, and a raffle you won’t want to miss! All proceeds to advance fine art opportunities along our Gulf Coast. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased through Eventbrite beginning March 15, 2025 - or in person by check at the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach during normal business hours. Reach out to Fred Armstrong for information on being a sponsor for tickets.

Catering Provided By: Wharf Catering Group

Attire: Elegant dinner party

Summer visual arts camp is held the first week of every June and runs 9-12 daily.  Art projects are high quality and are both super fun and educational.  Registration generally opens in early April.

Fiery fun awaits you at this family-friendly event!  Molton hot glass demo's, pottery raku fierings and hot music entertainment abound.  Children's crafts and yummy treats make the evening complete.

The Acoustic Arts Series at the Coastal Arts Center is proud to be a venue for the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival which features the music and stories of multi-award winning artists. 

This holiday event features live demonstrations from the Hot Shop and Clay Studio artists, along with musical performances in the main gallery.  Shopping specials in the beautiful gift shop and tasty Christmas goodies are always included!