11 November festivals across Alabama including Dothan’s National Peanut Festival
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Christmas tree lightings and holiday light shows are just around the corner but before we get to the holiday season, there are plenty of events to keep you busy across Alabama.
Keep reading to check out 11 festivals happening across the state, starting with a look at the annual National Peanut Festival in Dothan.
National Peanut Festival in Dothan
- What: Throughout the 10-day event, the festival hosts numerous family-centric events with amusement rides, animal attractions, agricultural displays, concerts, livestock shows and a parade… and of course, plenty of peanuts!
- When: Oct. 31-Nov. 9
- Where: 5622 US Hwy 231 South Dothan, AL 36301
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Moss Rock Festival in Hoover
- What: The art-centric festival will have vendors and exhibits that include clay, glass, 3D design, jewelry, painting, furniture + much more. There will also be a variety of food trucks + a craft beer garden.
- When: Nov. 1, 10AM-5PM | Nov. 2, 10AM-4PM
- Where: Hoover Met Complex parking lot | 5508 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
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Tanner Williams Cotton Festival in Wilmer
- What: This free festival put on by the Tanner Williams Civic and Historical Society will have over 60 vendors, live bluegrass music, kids activities, famous smoked BBQ plates and other festive foods, and wholesome fun for the whole family.
- When: Nov. 1, 10AM-3PM
- Where: 12855 Old Tanner Williams Rd. Wilmer, AL 36587
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Honey Bee Festival in Robertsdale
- What: The Central Baldwin Education Foundation hosts this annual event that is expected to have more than 120 vendors, the Little Miss Honeybee pageant, a 5K + more.
- When: Nov. 1, 8AM-4PM
- Where: Honeybee Park | 22780 AL-59 Robertsdale, AL 36567
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Alabama Frontier Days in Wetumpka
- What: This event focuses on demonstrating life on the southern frontier during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The public can experience this “living history” as many frontier crafts and trades are demonstrated by specialists dressed in historic costume.
- When: Nov. 5-8 | 9AM-4PM
- Where: Fort Jackson Park | 2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd, Wetumpka, AL 36093
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Alabama Pecan Festival in Mobile
- What: From live music + antique vehicles to midway rides + plenty of pecan-related eats, this free festival brings hundreds of people to Mobile for the weekend. Plus, make sure to stick around for the crowning of the Pecan Queen!
- When: Nov. 7-9
- Where: W.C. Griggs Elementary School | 5055 Carol Plantation Rd., Mobile, AL 36619
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Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival
- What: Spooner Oldham and Chris Tompkins headline this music festival across five famous venues in the Shoals. There will also be a workshop hosted in the Mane Room at UNA.
- When: Nov. 7-9 | Full schedule
- Where: Muscle Shoals, AL
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Tacos and Tequila Festival in Foley
- What: You’ll find plenty of tacos + other Hispanic dishes to try along with multiple bars around the grounds to find your favorite drink. Plus, there will be arts + crafts, home decor vendors and several contests with big prizes.
- When: Nov. 8-9 | 10AM-5PM
- Where: Heritage Park | 101 E. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL 36535
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Scottsboro Renaissance Faire
- What: The 2nd annual festival has a mission to create unforgettable memories with the entire family with a touch of magic. There will be food vendors, live entertainment, artists, small businesses, and games for everyone to enjoy.
- When: Nov. 8, 9AM-5PM | Nov. 9, 12-5PM
- Where: Caldwell Park | 1004 S Broad Street, Scottsboro, Alabama
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Butts, Spuds and Brews Festival in Fairhope
- What: A community wide event to benefit the restoration of the historic Barnwell Community Center. There will be craft vendors, a free kid zone, plenty of food, cold brews + live music all day long including a performance by Zachary Thomas Diedrich Band.
- When: Nov. 15, 9AM-5PM
- Where: 11319 County Road 3, Fairhope, Alabama 36532
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Jubilee Renaissance Faire in Robertsdale
- What: This annual event is spread across three weekends. Come see full-armor Jousting, swordfighters, jesters, jugglers, magic, swing dancing, Civil War demos, petting zoo, food, drink, games, rides and much more.
- When: Nov. 15-16, 22-23, 29-30 | 10AM-6PM
- Where: 30569 Osprey Lane, Robertsdale, AL 36567
- More info
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