Step outside and enjoy the beauty of Alabama in fun, exciting new ways. Whether you’re by yourself, with your family or with your friends, there are so many events across our state.
Have you stepped outside recently? Spring weather is upon us. That means it’s the best time to get outside and enjoy the sweet sunshine. And there’s no better way to do that than to grab your family and friends and enjoy one of the many outdoor activities and festivals across the state.
Here are 18 exceptionally thrilling springtime events for you to enjoy.
Family & Fun
Pup Palooza
Huntsville, AL
In partnership with The Greater Huntsville Humane Society, the Orion Amphitheater is hosting its annual festival—welcoming in and supporting your favorite pups. The festival will feature a supply drive, pet costume contest, live local music, food and other vendors and more.
Location: Orion Amphitheater
Date: April 13, 2025
Time: 1 – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
Gardendale Magnolia Festival
Gardendale, AL
The 24th Annual Magnolia Festival is back and better than ever. Experience live entertainment, a carnival, food and other vendors, art classes, a petting zoo, car show and so much more. This economical, family friendly experience is one you don’t want to miss.
Location: Gardendale Civic Center
Date: April 25-26, 2025
Time: Friday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission and parking
Auburn CityFest
Auburn, AL
Auburn Parks and Recreation is once again hosting its 25th Annual Auburn CityFest. With live music, food, arts and craft stations and food and other vendors, visitors can enjoy time in the outdoors with the entire family.
Location: Kiesel Park, Auburn
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
Arts & Crafts
53rd Annual ESAC Outdoor Art Show
Fairhope, AL
Witness the area’s best artists at the Eastern Shore Art Center’s annual Outdoor Art Show. The show will feature 100 artist booths, live demos, music and fun for all ages. It’s also located next to the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival, so you will have the opportunity to experience a full weekend of fun.
Location: Eastern Shore Art Center & Downtown Fairhope
Date: March 14-16, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
73rd Annual Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival
Fairhope, AL
For more than 70 years, the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival has lined the streets of downtown Fairhope with tremendous displays of creativity. From art to food and entertainment, there’s so much to explore. This year is also the unveiling of a new downtown mural, which will celebrate the festival and its decades of tradition.
Location: Downtown Fairhope
Date: March 14-16, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
Druid City Arts Festival
Tuscaloosa, AL
For the 16th year in a row, the Druid City Arts Festival will return to downtown Tuscaloosa with art, music and food. This family friendly opportunity is a great for kids and adults alike to experience the awe of local and regional art, including contemporary art, sculptures, traditional and heritage.
Location: Government Plaza
Date: April 4-5, 2025
Time: Friday 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
Art on the Lake
Guntersville, AL
Round up the whole family and experience some of the best art from locals and around the Southeast while taking in the beauty and sights of Lake Guntersville. Enjoy food vendors, outdoor games, rides and a bake shop.
Location: Guntersville Recreational Center
Date: April 26-27, 2025
Time: Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Pricing: $3 for ages 13 and older
Panoply Arts Festival
Huntsville, AL
Celebrate the arts in Huntsville at the annual Panoply event. Discover more than 100 diverse artists, two musical performance stages with more than 30 live music acts from local musicians, food, family friendly interactive events, community art projects and so much more.
Location: Big Spring Park
Date: April 25-27, 2025
Time: Friday 5 – 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Art Marketplace closes at 7:30 p.m.), & Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Pricing: Day passes are $15, weekend passes are $20 and kids 12 and under get in free. Please note that weekend passes are available only before the festival begins.
Wildlife & Nature
Fins, Feathers & Flowers
Eufala, AL
The 2025 Fins, Feathers & Flowers experience, hosted by Alabama State Parks, is a great way for guests to intimately connect with nature and wildlife. Various packages are available, making options easy for individuals, families and groups—including a full weekend, overnight package.
Location: Lakepoint State Park
Date: March 28-30, 2025
Time: Various time options available
Pricing: See website for pricing
2nd Annual Feather Fest
Rogersville, AL
Grab your binoculars and satisfy your admiration for birds at the 2nd Annual Feather Fest at Joe Wheeler State Park. Created by the Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center, this festival celebrates a diverse range of birds. Participants can enjoy family friendly activities, morning birding hikes, guest speakers and more.
Location: Joe Wheeler State Park
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pricing: Free for registered guests
Earth Fest at Jacksonville State University
Fort Payne, AL
Celebrate Earth Day with a wide range of family friendly and educational fun with Jacksonville State University. Experience live music, food tricks, an electric vehicle showcase, animal programs and more.
Location: Little River Canyon Center
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission
Music
Montgomery Smooth Jazz Fest
Montgomery, AL
Experience a weekend of live music, featuring numerous nationally recognized smooth jazz and R&B artists along the river. Visitors can enjoy food trucks, vendors and fun.
Location: Riverwalk Amphitheater
Date: March 14-15, 2025
Time: All day; Gates open Friday at 4 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m.
Pricing: Tickets starting at $59.99 on their website.
Opelika Songwriters Festival
Opelika, AL
Discover an exciting festival with more than 30 singer-songwriters from around the nation. With more than 80 shows across the historic downtown Opelika, guests can enjoy intimate concert experiences. Various workshops, social events and more are scattered throughout the weekend as well for those interested.
Location: Downtown Opelika
Date: March 27-30, 2025
Time: Varies
Pricing: Varies, from $50 for day pass. See website for more information.
4th Annual Loop Music and Art Festival
Dothan, AL
Enjoy two days of free live music performances from the region’s hottest musicians and visual artist exhibitions from over 50 artists.
Location: South Foster Street, Dothan
Date: April 11, 2025
Time: Friday 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Pricing: Free admission, with VIP options. See website for more information.
Bob Sykes BBQ & Blues Festival
Bessemer, AL
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy award-winning national and local blues stage musicians. This full day of blues is a great opportunity for the whole family, with art and vendor areas, food, drinks and more.
Location: DeBardeleben Park
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Pricing: $10 admission, sold online
Cultural
14th Annual Holi Festival
Birmingham, AL
Take part in the joyous and colorful spirit of Holi, a traditional Indian festival that marks the arrival of spring, at the annual festival. This festival is great for the whole family to experience Indian culture. Plus, the celebration concludes with the iconic throwing of colored powders.
Location: Birmingham Museum of Art Auditorium & City Walk Amphitheater
Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: Free with registration; $5 for auditorium performances
Five Points South St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Birmingham, AL
There’s so much celebration surrounding this year’s St. Patty’s Day. Kick off the celebration with an Irish Flag Raising, enjoy an Irish Dinner, run in the Inaugural St. Patty’s Day Southside 5K, attend the 41st Annual Parade and enjoy some legendary St. Patrick’s Specials. It’s safe to say there’s something for everyone in Birmingham this St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Location: Five Points South, Birmingham
Date: March 13-17, 2025
Time: Varies, see website for programming
Pricing: Free admission to most events; see website for programming
Food & Beverage
5th Annual Beers and Blooms
Theodore, AL
Join Bellingrath Gardens & Home for its 5th Annual Beers & Blooms event, a day packed full of music from local bands, local vendors, food trucks, and, of course, a variety of plenty of craft brews. Enjoy the fun and take in the beauty of the gardens. Children are welcome to join in the music and fun as well, making this event a fun experience for the entire family.
Location: The Great Lawn at Bellingrath Gardens & Home
Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Pricing: $40 for members, $45 for non-members, $15 for children 4-12. 4 and under get in free. Tickets available online.
Magic City Mimosa Festival
Birmingham, AL
Get ready to celebrate Cinco De Mimosa in the Magic City with tons of refreshing mimosas, food vendors, outdoor activities, art vendors, a live DJ and more—all at the Sloss Furnace Historic Landmark. Grab some friends and enjoy the outdoor fun.
Location: Historic Sloss Furnace
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Pricing: $35 for admission, sold online
Get outside
Hopefully, this gets you one step closer to enjoying all the fun in the outdoors. Whatever you’re looking for this spring, there are so many opportunities here in Alabama.
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