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No Hangout Fest in 2026: City Cites Late Application
9 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores will not occur in 2026.
- Organizers failed to submit their application with sufficient time.
- The city has already approved the event for the year 2027.
The Hangout Music Festival, a major music event on the Gulf Coast, will not take place in 2026. Mayor Robert Craft of Gulf Shores announced the cancellation during a recent city council meeting, explaining that festival organizers missed crucial deadlines.
The primary reason for the cancellation is the late submission of the application, which prevented organizers from securing the required caliber of musical acts. Mayor Craft emphasized that the city would not permit a return to previous lineups, leading to the decision to skip the 2026 event.
Despite the 2026 hiatus, organizers have been approved to host the festival in 2027. This provides a year for them to re-strategize, secure desired talent, and ensure the event aligns with the city's vision for attracting the right audience to the beaches.
