The beachside music festival "Sand In My Boots" is officially locked in for a return to the white-sand shores of Gulf Shores, Alabama, in May of 2027. Scheduled right before summer officially starts, the multi-day event serves as a major kickoff to the local tourist season.

A music festival which once drew mixed reactions from local residents turned into "Sand In My Boots", which local businesses and residents cheered. At the July 28, 2025, regular meeting, the Gulf Shores City Council approved a closely watched one-year extension of the franchise agreement for the Hangout Music Festival—

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Sand In My Boots music festival took over the beaches of Gulf Shores for a few days in May. An estimated 40,000 attendees came to the area and enjoyed the concerts, dined at local restaurants and lodged in local hotels and condo rentals. So what did local residents and business owners think of the event? Will it return as an annual festival?

This May, the sugar-white beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, pulsed with celebration as the Hangout Music Festival marked its 15th anniversary—highlighted by Morgan Wallen’s live performance of “Sand in My Boots” on the very beach where it all began. The three-day event drew tens of thousands of fans and delivered another unforgettable, economically impactful weekend for the Gulf Coast.

This weekend, the Gulf Shores beaches hosted the Sand In My Boots festival, and approximately 40 thousand people got a chance to enjoy the live music and visit local outlets during their visit. By most accounts, the transportation flowed well and the crowds were courteous and generous while visiting other outlets in the area.

Sand In My Boots music festival has already proven to be a huge success for Gulf Shores and the surrounding areas. The new music festival was organized by the City and Morgan Wallen's group "Big Loud" over the past months, and the coordination is appreciated by attendees and locals alike.

You may have noticed the increased crowds exploring the beaches, restaurants and outlets around Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. You may have also noticed how well the crowd has respected the the environment and their pleasant demeanor towards locals. The Sand In My Boots audience has arrived and is already receiving a warm welcome from local businesses.

As the City of Gulf Shores gets ready to welcome visitors of the 'Sand In My Boots' Festival, there will be some temporary transportation changes in the area. The inconveniences are small when compared to the recognition the coast will gain from hosting such a high profile event.

The celebration of country and rock music on the beach is almost here. Some beach areas in Gulf Shores are closed as crews set the stage for the 2025 Morgan Wallen's Sand in My Boots Festival. The festival will be May 16 – 18, replacing the long-running Hangout Festival.

Gulf Shores is preparing for a busy month with two major events at the Gulf Shores Public Beach. The NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship and the Sand In My Boots Music Festival are both coming to town in May. City officials are making changes to parking and beach access to help with the crowds. According to the City of Gulf Shores, residents and visitors should plan ahead for closures and detours.

Just one month from now the Gulf Shores beaches will be covered with happy ticket holders to the Sand In My Boots Fest. Morgan Wallen and his friends will debut the new music festival. The new three-day music festival and beach vacation is set to take place on the idyllic shores of Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 16-18, 2025.

During the Gulf Shores City Council meeting this week several departments described their plans for the upcoming 'Sand In My Boots' concert, featuring Morgan Wallen. The new event will replace the Hangout Festival and the estimated 40,000 tickets sold out within ninety minutes of the online announcement.

The area's most anticipated event is approaching. The Sand in My Boots Festival is shaping up to be one of the biggest music events in the southeast, bringing together an unforgettable lineup of artists, a scenic beach setting, and thousands of excited fans. With all passes sold-out and high anticipation leading up to the event, Gulf Shores is set to become the ultimate music destination this May.

The much-anticipated lineup for the Sand In My Boots Festival has been officially released. The event will include some of the biggest names in music across multiple genres, ensuring there’s something for everyone’s musical taste. From country music to rap, rock, and everything in between, this diverse lineup is set to captivate attendees with live performances that span the musical spectrum.