PHiP’s Annual Meeting of the Minds 2026

Wednesday, October 21st – Sunday, October 25th, 2026

The Tiki Bar is Open!

MOTM is the annual PHiP convention held annually during the end of October and beginning of November. While previously hosted in New Orleans and Key West, the new home of MOTM is Gulf Shores, Alabama and is always subject to change. It is open to any member of a PHiP sanctioned Parrot Head Club covering several days and nights of friendship, fun, food and great music, with a few optional meetings and seminars thrown in the mix.

MOTM 2026 Artists

El Wencho

El Wencho

El Wencho Is... a powerhouse duo with big sound that relates the Montana lifestyle through immersive lyrics, catchy melodies and driving rhythms.
Kelly McGuire

Kelly McGuire

Kelly made a living at music for 15 years before starting to write songs. Now 5 CDs later with songwriting awards, an Album of the Year award from the Texas Music Awards as well as nominations for Entertainer of the Year & Producer of the Year- he is living a dream!
Jim Mayer

Jim Mayer

Coral Reefer Band Bassist Jim Mayer added to the roster of performers at the 30th Annual Meeting of the Minds, brought to you by Margaritaville Island Reserve.
Peter Mayer

Peter Mayer

Peter Mayer is a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, touring musician and recording artist in Nashville, Tennessee. With his unique writing style, distinctive voice and virtuoso musicianship, Mayer creates compelling and soulful music for an electrifying live performance.
Bert Hebert
Jerry Diaz

Jerry Diaz

Your tropical getaway is waiting. And Jerry Diaz is your tour guide.
Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band

Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band

Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band combine the sounds of Trop Rock, Reggae, Surf, and Calypso by pouring great original music along with songs by Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Zac Brown Band, Paul Simon, Sublime, Beach Boys, and many more into a musical blender to create a strong concoction direct from the lower latitudes!
Heather Vidal

Heather Vidal

Heather Vidal has evolved into a singer/songwriter who has spent the past 25 years performing with an acoustic duo called Copper Sky. At the same time she has been a collaborator with several musicians in the TropRock genre including Dennis McCaughey, who opened doors to the Parrot Head community fundraisers and house concerts which are held all over the country.
Jimmy & The Parrots

Jimmy & The Parrots

Grab your beach chair, your suntan oil, and your favorite drink, and get ready for a trip to the islands!
Nadirah Shakoor

Nadirah Shakoor

The lovely, multi-talented Grammy nominee, singer, dancer and recording artist Nadirah Shakoor will be appearing as part of Coley McCabe's "Girls Just Wanna Have Rum" on the www.MyWorldMeds.com Stage.
Christopher Dale
Sunny Jim

Sunny Jim

A live performance by James “Sunny Jim” White calls up sea breezes, palm trees. sandy beaches and good tropical vibes.
The Boat Drunks
Bill Whyte

Bill Whyte

The PHIP Board of Directors and MOTM Team are thrilled to announce that the 30th Annual Meeting of the Minds will hosted by an all-star duo sharing the emcee duties. Radio Margaritaville's Renee Adams will be joined by singer-songwriter, comic and Country Music Radio Hall of Fame broadcaster Bill Whyte!
Rosie & the Revival

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The Venues

GULF SHORES

This resort community is known for its bright white beaches and soothing warm water. MOTM 2026 will be held across three amazing venues: The Hangout, LuLu’s, and the Flora-Bama! Each has it’s own charm and character every guest will enjoy!

Check out our list of preferred hotels for your lodging needs:

MOTM News & Updates

Not a member of one of our clubs?
Check out a club near you and join!

Gulf Shores Attractions

Gulf Shores, located on Alabama’s Gulf Coast and pristine beaches has a zoon, trails and a pier, plus a golf course and a zip line over the dunes. To the west, sea turtles and migratory birds thrive among the coastal habitats of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge.

There is so much to explore in beautiful Gulf Shores! Check out our guide to get you going!

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MOTM Annual Bag Stuffing

Volunteer for the annual MOTM bag stuffing and kick off the event with a group of fun loving peeps! More info here about how fun it is and why you want to do this!

MOTM is out for Blood!

As we ready for a historic turnout at MOTM25, let’s make sure we Parrot Heads continue our historical awesomeness at the annual LifeSouth Drive. Take home a tee-shirt, a gift card, and/or the good feeling of knowing you’ve literally given of yourself to help a stranger who needs you.

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