Calling all Parrot Heads! Meeting of the Minds Coming to Gulf Shores

Marketing • October 16, 2025

The Ultimate Beach Escape is Here: The Parrot Heads' "Meeting of the Minds" Lands on the Alabama Gulf Coast!

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Get ready to adjust your latitude and change your attitude, because the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area is about to be transformed into the ultimate tropical escape! The annual Meeting of the Minds convention, hosted by Parrot Heads in Paradise (PHiP), is flocking to Alabama's beaches from Wednesday, October 22nd through Sunday, October 26th!


This is the premier gathering for members of any PHiP-sanctioned Parrot Head Club, promising several days and nights packed with the laid-back island lifestyle we all love. It’s an immersive experience blending friendship, fun, food, and phenomenal music, with a few optional meetings and seminars thrown into the tropical mix.


Where to Find the Party:

The convention will be rocking out at some of the most iconic Gulf Coast venues, including:


  • Flora-Bama - Check out our live music schedule HERE:
  • The Hangout
  • CoastAL Orange Beach - Check out our live music schedule HERE:
  • LuLu's
  • Sunliner Diner


The Soundtrack to Paradise:

Prepare your dancing shoes for an incredible lineup of "Trop Rock" artists, keeping the spirit of the islands alive. The schedule features beloved performers such as:


  • Wes Loper
  • Aaron Scherz
  • Dan Sullivan
  • Coley McCabe
  • Mike Nash
  • Jesse Rice
  • The Landshark Band
  • ...and many more!


Party with a Purpose:

More than just a good time, the Meeting of the Minds embodies the Parrot Head motto of "Party with a Purpose." This event is a powerful force for good, raising significant funds for local and national charities. So, every margarita you sip and every song you sing along to helps support a great cause!


If you're a member of a Parrot Head Club, clear your schedule and secure your registration. It's the perfect pilgrimage to celebrate the music and lifestyle that brings us all together. We can't wait to see you on the sand, a shaker of salt in hand for  "Keeping the Party Going" in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach!

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