20 fall festivals you won’t want to miss in Alabama

Fall is almost here, and that means festival season is about to be in full swing across Alabama.

From arts festivals and Oktoberfest’s to seafood celebrations and small-town traditions, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season.

We’ve rounded up some of the best festivals happening across the state from late September through November. Grab your calendar and start planning your fall weekends.

September Festivals in Alabama

Homestead Hollow Fall Arts + Crafts Festival | Springville

• What to expect: Shop local makers, bakers and artists while enjoying live music, food and family-friendly activities at this popular fall festival.
• When: September 25-27 | 9AM-5PM
• Where: 1161 Murphrees Valley Rd, Springville, AL 35146
• Admission: $10 | Kids 12 and under FREE
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Mule Day | Winfield

• What to expect: Celebrate Winfield’s agricultural heritage with vendors, a car show, antique tractors, live music, mule judging, a parade and more.
• When: September 25-26
• Where: Downtown Winfield, AL 35594
• Admission: FREE
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Fiesta | Birmingham

• What to expect: Celebrate Hispanic culture with food, music, dance, art and family-friendly activities at Alabama’s largest Hispanic festival.
• When: Saturday, September 26
• Where: Birmingham, AL
• Admission: FREE
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Looking for more fall fun in Birmingham? Check out this guide from our friends at Bham Now for more festivals, Oktoberfests + fall events around the Magic City.

Irondale Music Fest | Irondale

• What to expect: Celebrate Irondale with an afternoon of live music and family-friendly fun at this free community festival.
• When: Saturday, September 26 | 4PM
• Where: Beacon Park, 5309 Beacon Dr, Irondale, AL 35210
• Admission: FREE
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Wiregrass Heritage Festival | Dothan

• What to expect: Celebrate the Wiregrass with live music, food, vendors and plenty of Southern culture at this annual Dothan festival.
• When: Saturday, September 26
• Where: Dothan, AL
• Admission: $55 General Admission | $65 Week-of-Show | $80 Day-of-Show | $85 VIP
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October Festivals in Alabama

Dadeville Fall Festival | Dadeville

• What to expect: Head to Lake Martin for a classic small-town fall festival filled with local vendors, food, entertainment and family-friendly activities.
• When: Saturday, October 3
• Where: Dadeville, AL
• Admission: FREE
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Alabama’s Little Tomatina | Ashville

• What to expect: Get ready to get messy at Alabama’s own tomato food fight. The event also features live music and food trucks.
• When: Saturday, October 3
• Where: Ashville, AL
• Admission: See event page for current pricing below
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Fall on the Farm | Steele

• What to expect: Shop local vendors, listen to live music and enjoy plenty of family-friendly activities surrounded by the fall scenery of Steele.
• When: Saturday, October 3
• Where: Smith Tomato LLC, 4575 Loop Rd, Steele, AL 35987
• Admission: FREE
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National Shrimp Festival | Gulf Shores

• What to expect: Seafood lovers won’t want to miss this four-day beachside festival featuring fresh seafood, arts and crafts, live music and plenty of Gulf Coast fun.
• When: October 8-11
• Where: Gulf Shores Public Beach, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
• Admission: FREE
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Heading to the Gulf Coast this fall? Check out this guide from our friends at Mobile Bay Now for more fall events, festivals + things to do along the coast.

Covered Bridge Festival | Oneonta

• What to expect: Celebrate Blount County’s historic covered bridges with live music, dancing, food trucks, vendors, a quilt show and a classic car cruise-in.
• When: Saturday, October 10 | 9AM-4PM
• Where: Downtown Oneonta, AL
• Admission: FREE
• More info

Planning a fall day trip from Birmingham? Check out more fall traditions, festivals + things to do in Blount County.

Jubilee Festival of Arts | Daphne

• What to expect: Browse handmade jewelry, paintings, pottery, sculpture and more from more than 140 artists while enjoying live music and local food.
• When: October 17-18
• Where: Lott Park, 2000 Main St, Daphne, AL 36526
• Admission: FREE
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Kentuck Festival of the Arts | Tuscaloosa

• What to expect: Check out hundreds of artists, live music, craft demonstrations, food trucks and plenty of creative activities at one of Alabama’s premier arts festivals.
• When: Saturday, October 17 + Sunday, October 18
• Where: Snow Hinton Park, Tuscaloosa, AL
• Admission: $15/day | $25 weekend pass | Kids 12 and under FREE
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Mentone Fall Festival | Mentone

• What to expect: Shop handmade arts and crafts while enjoying live music and the beautiful fall scenery of Alabama’s mountain town.
• When: Saturday, October 17 | 9AM-4PM
• Where: Mentone, AL
• Admission: FREE
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Want to learn more about the Mentone Fall Festival? Check out this event page from Hville Blast for more details.

River Clay Fine Arts Festival | Decatur

• What to expect: Browse artwork from artists across the country while enjoying live music, food trucks, children’s activities, student art exhibits and more.
• When: Friday, October 23-Sunday, October 25
• Where: Downtown Decatur, AL
• Admission: $5 weekend pass | Kids 12 and under FREE
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Alabama Renaissance Faire | Florence

• What to expect: Step back in time with costumed performers, artisans, games, food and entertainment at Alabama’s official Renaissance Faire.
• When: October 24-25
• Where: Florence, AL
• Admission: FREE
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Old Baker Farm Fall Festival | Harpersville

• What to expect: Spend the day at Old Baker Farm with vendors, live music, carnival games, pumpkins and plenty of fall activities for the whole family.
• When: October 24-25
• Where: Old Baker Farm, 184 Furrow Ln, Harpersville, AL 35078
• Admission: $15 per person | Children 1 and under FREE
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Elberta German Sausage Festival | Elberta

• What to expect: Dig into German sausage and sauerkraut while enjoying live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, carnival rides and plenty of food.
• When: Saturday, October 31 | 8AM-5PM
• Where: Elberta Town Park, Elberta, AL 36530
• Admission: FREE
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November Festivals in Alabama

Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival | Gulf Coast

• What to expect: Hear nationally acclaimed songwriters perform and share the stories behind their songs during this annual celebration of music and songwriting.
• When: November 5-15
• Where: Various locations along the Alabama + Florida Gulf Coast
• Admission: FREE at most performances | Some venues may require a cover charge or ticket
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National Peanut Festival | Dothan

• What to expect: Get your fill of carnival rides, live music, food, agricultural exhibits and family fun at one of Alabama’s biggest annual festivals.
• When: Friday, November 6-Saturday, November 14
• Where: National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds, 5622 US Highway 231, Dothan, AL 36301
• Admission: $11 general admission | Sunday admission starts at $9 | Ride armbands start at $30
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Experience the Oyster | Gulf Shores

• What to expect: Feast on fresh oysters prepared by chefs from across the Southeast while enjoying live music and a weekend full of Gulf Coast flavors.
• When: Friday, November 6 + Saturday, November 7
• Where: The Hangout, 101 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
• Admission: See ticket page for current pricing below
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