Red Snapper Season Opening May 22nd

Marketing • May 21, 2026

Red Snapper season open for Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo

red snapper season, fishing tournament, red snapper fishing, flora bama fishing rodeo

The opening of red snapper season is one of the most anticipated times of the year along the Gulf

Coast, and anglers across the region are gearing up for another exciting summer on the water.

Alabama state waters and federal waters will officially open to private and state-licensed charter

vessel anglers for red snapper harvest beginning Friday, May 22, 2026.


For federally permitted for-hire reef fish vessels, the 2026 season will open June 1, 2026, and

continue through October 26, 2026, giving charter captains and offshore anglers 147 days to

target one of the Gulf’s most popular fish species.


As anglers prepare to hit the water for snapper season, the Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo is giving

competitors the perfect opportunity to put their fishing skills to the test. Red snapper will be one

of the featured categories in the tournament, allowing anglers the chance to weigh in impressive

catches while competing for prizes, bragging rights, and cash payouts.


The Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo takes place June 5 th -7 th , 2026, at the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill

Beach Area and includes over 30 fishing categories for anglers of all ages. Along with the

standard tournament divisions, competitors can also participate in several optional Competitive

Angler Divisions for additional cash payouts and championship prizes.


One of the most exciting competitive divisions during snapper season is the Flora-Bama Red

Snapper Jackpot. For an additional $100 per team, anglers can compete for a payout pool where

90% of all entries are paid back to winners. Payouts are divided between 1st place - 50%, 2nd

place - 30%, and 3rd place - 20%. Winners are determined by the single largest red snapper

entered by weight.


Additional Competitive Angler Divisions include:

• Flora-Bama Trash Can Slam Championship – additional $20 per adult angler / $10 per

junior angler. Winners are determined by the largest aggregate weight of one gafftopsail catfish,

one ladyfish, and one bluefish.

• Flora-Bama Speckled Trout Championship – additional $25, $50, and $100 buy-in options

available with payouts to the top three places.

• Flora-Bama King Mackerel Championship – additional $250 per team entry with payouts

awarded to the top teams.

• Flora-Bama Offshore Slam Championship – additional $1,000 per team buy-in with winners

determined by the highest aggregate point total based on dolphin (mahi mahi), wahoo, tuna, and

swordfish catches.


Beyond the competition, the Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo brings together anglers, families, and

friends for a full weekend of live music, waterfront views, food, drinks, vendor booths, and

unforgettable memories in true Flora-Bama fashion.


Whether you are heading offshore chasing trophy snapper, competing in the jackpot divisions, or

simply enjoying the excitement of snapper season returning to the Gulf, the 2026 Flora-Bama

Fishing Rodeo is the place to be. We’ll see y’all on the line!


View the Official Rules HERE:


Register for Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo HERE:

meeting of the minds event gulf shores

Meeting of the Minds Returns to Gulf Shores This October and Flora-Bama Is Part of the Fun!

By Marketing • October 6, 2026
Calling all Parrot Heads...your fall beach getaway is almost here! Meeting of the Minds returns to Gulf Shores October 21–25, 2026, bringing five days of music, friendship, and island spirit to the Alabama Gulf Coast. Flora-Bama is proud to be one of this year’s event venues, alongside The Hangout and LuLu’s.
Gulf Shores Shrimp Festival

Gulf Shores Shrimp Festival 2026: Come for the Shrimp, Stay for the Flora-Bama Fun

By Marketing • September 30, 2026
Fresh seafood, live music, local art, and a weekend at the beach...what more could you ask for? The Annual National Shrimp Festival returns to October 8–11, 2026, bringing four days of food and entertainment to Gulf Shores Main Public Beach.
alabama coastal cleanup

Get the Trash Out of the Splash: Join the 39th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup

By Marketing • September 3, 2026
The Alabama Gulf Coast gives us a lot to love, beautiful beaches, bays and backwaters, incredible wildlife and countless opportunities to get outside and enjoy the water. On Saturday, September 19, 2026, it’s our turn to give a little love back.
flora bama paddle dash

Ready, Set, Paddle! Flora-Bama Paddle Dash Returns October 3

By Marketing • September 3, 2026
Grab your paddleboard and get ready to make a splash! The Flora-Bama Paddle Dash returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026, for another morning of friendly competition, beautiful waterfront views and plenty of Flora-Bama fun. Hosted at Flora-Bama Ole River Grill, the Paddle Dash is a family-friendly paddleboard race that we
build your own bama burger with onion rings

What to Eat at Ole River Grill: Gulf Coast Favorites, Burgers & More

By Marketing • August 14, 2026
When you’re spending the day on the Gulf Coast, good food and a waterfront view are hard to beat. At Ole River Grill, you can pull up, settle in on the open-air deck and dig into a menu packed with fresh seafood, Southern favorites, burgers, po-boys and plenty of shareable appetizers. Whether you’re coming off the boat
waterfront sports bar, sports bar near me

Football Season is Almost Here!

By Marketing • July 30, 2026
Whether you’re cheering on your favorite college team, catching every NFL Sunday matchup, or simply looking for a waterfront restaurant with incredible food, Flora-Bama Ole River Grill is the place to be.
flora bama church

Flora-Bama's Church - Worship on the Water Celebrates 15 Years

By Marketing • July 1, 2026
Fifteen years ago, something extraordinary began under a tent at Flora-Bama. What started as a simple vision to meet people where they are has grown into a thriving church community that has welcomed tens of thousands of locals and visitors, witnessed thousands of lives transformed through faith in Jesus, and celebr
dolphin cruise, jet ski rental, pontoon rental, party boat near me, sunset dolphin cruise

Discover Dolphins, Sunsets & Coastal Wildlife on the Bama Breeze Dolphin Cruise

By Marketing • June 3, 2026
Looking for one of the best family-friendly things to do in Orange Beach and Perdido Key? Hop aboard the Bama Breeze Dolphin Cruise at Flora-Bama Marina and experience an unforgettable adventure on the beautiful waters of the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast.
flora bama, mullet toss, flora bama mullet toss, beach party

Get Ready to Toss: Flora-Bama’s Interstate Mullet Toss Returns This Weekend

By Marketing • April 21, 2026
If you’re looking for the ultimate Gulf Coast experience, there’s only one place to be this weekend—the legendary Flora-Bama. The Interstate Mullet Toss & Greatest Beach Party is back April 24–26, bringing thousands of visitors together for a one-of-a-kind celebration of beach, music, and community.
oysters near me, raw oysters, baked oysters, gulf oysters

29 Million Oyster Shells Recycled in Alabama

By Marketing • April 2, 2026
There’s something special about enjoying fresh Gulf oysters along the Alabama coast. But what happens after the last shell is emptied? Thanks to the Oyster Shell Recycling Program, those shells are getting a second life—and making a massive impact.