Gulf State Park

Gulf State Park Amphitheater

Looking for an outdoor event venue that's near the beach, but without all the sand? Look no further! Our Amphitheater will seat 75 people, and is located right next to our Education Building in the Campground.  This venue is the perfect location for a Sunday service or wedding ceremony. 

Our event planner is available every day from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM to guide you through the rental process.

(251) 948-7275 Ext. 62101 or gulfevents.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov

Please note the reservation is not confirmed until paperwork and deposit are on file

RENTAL RATES

• The rental rate for the Amphitheater is $116.00
• Full payment is due when you make the reservation.
• Rental time is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. All tear-down must be complete and removed by 11:00 PM, or we may assess additional fees.
• The Amphitheater is not available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve, or New Year's Day.
• We must receive all signed paperwork before we can make a reservation. Full payment is due when you make the reservation.
• If you cancel a reservation 61 days before the scheduled event, you will receive a refund of half the rental price. If the reservation is canceled 60 days or less prior to the scheduled event, no refund will be granted.
   

GENERAL RULES

• Parking at the Amphitheater is included in the rental fee. Parking Passes will be provided upon full payment of the reservation.
• The Amphitheater is an outdoor facility that is not monitored. The Lessee is responsible for watching all supplies and decorations. Gulf State Park is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items.
• The facilities that surround the Amphitheater are open to the public. You may not disrupt the use of these facilities or ask that they close or limit access during your event. 
•  Please do not remove anything from the premises under any condition.
• No additional tents or furniture may be set up or stored in the grass, under any buildings, or in the areas surrounding the Amphitheater.
• Decorations must be free-standing. No staples, tape, glue, pins, nails, or other adhesives of any type are allowed. Decorations are limited to the Amphitheater area only.
• Any outside vendor used for an event at the Amphitheater must acquire a Special Events Vendor Permit. The permit fee is $40.00 and must be obtained through the Special Events Office before the event date.
• Rental of the Amphitheater does not include rental of the Activities Building, Education Building, or Nature Center. No part of any of these facilities should be used or decorated during the lessee’s rental time.
• NO fires, fireworks, drones, lanterns, or balloons are allowed at the Amphitheater. Equipment and supplies located at the Amphitheater are the property of Gulf State Park. Do not remove these items from the premises under any circumstances.
• Alcohol is absolutely not allowed at the Amphitheater.

USER RESPONSIBILITIES

• The user is responsible for all set-up and tear-down.
• The user must clean up after each function. Take all trash and debris to the nearest dumpster.
• Leave the area in the condition it was originally found.

DAMAGE AND CLEANING

• Damage to the facility or failure to leave it clean could result in the cancellation of any remaining scheduled events.
• Should it be determined that you have not complied with these policies, you will be assessed an additional damage/cleaning fee of no less than $50.