Celebrate with "Fourth at the Wharf"

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. - The Gulf Coast's premier 4th of July celebration will continue this year with The Wharf's 4th Annual "Fourth at The Wharf" event.

What has been called the largest and most spectacular celebration in the Southeast, this annual event has become a tradition for local residents and vacationers. Each year, thousands fill The Amphitheater at The Wharf for an evening of rousing, patriotic entertainment.

This year, The Wharf has partnered with Grammy nominated, country sensation Montgomery Gentry and special guest Little Big Town for a live concert at The Amphitheater at The Wharf on Saturday, July 4th as a part of The Wharf's Pepsi Star Series. The concert will include a live performance, as well as patriotic songs and dedications.

The "Fourth at The Wharf" presents the grandest fireworks extravaganza on the coastal Panhandle, and this Fourth will be no exception. The fireworks' display schedule is being kept unannounced and confidential, adding an exciting surprise for the concert audience, visitors, and residents of The Wharf.

Tickets for this event are on sale now starting at just $16.50 and may be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or at The Amphitheater Box Office Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or at The Dock Store at The Marina. All tickets purchased at The Wharf outlets will incur no Ticketmaster fees.

Local radio station WKSJ is sponsoring the Fourth at The Wharf Hot Dog eating contest by The Ferris Wheel at The Wharf as well at 6:00 p.m., just before the concert. Come early and enjoy The Wharf's over 15 restaurants, all joining in for the celebration of our Nations" birthday through the holiday weekend with fun events and delectable specials.

Sponsors for the event include Pepsi, Fox 10, The CW, Rum Runners, Connexions, Realty Executives, Professional Land Title, Inc., Gulf Publishing, and BeeBee's Pest and Termite Control.