11 November festivals in Alabama, including Dothan’s National Peanut Festival
efore we transition into the festive season, there are numerous events happening across Alabama that will keep you entertained.
Starting with the National Peanut Festival in Dothan, this 10-day event offers a wide range of family-friendly activities. From amusement rides to agricultural displays, concerts, livestock shows, and a lively parade, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Of course, there will also be an abundance of peanuts to savor during the festivities. The festival takes place from October 31 to November 9 at 5622 US Hwy 231 South, Dothan, AL 36301.
Moving on to the Moss Rock Festival in Hoover, this art-centered event features vendors and exhibits showcasing various art forms such as clay, glass, 3D design, jewelry, painting, and furniture, among others. In addition to the artistic displays, attendees can indulge in delicious offerings from food trucks and a craft beer garden. The festival will be held on November 1 from 10AM to 5PM and on November 2 from 10AM to 4PM at the Hoover Met Complex parking lot, 5508 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244.
The Tanner Williams Cotton Festival in Wilmer is a free event organized by the Tanner Williams Civic and Historical Society. With over 60 vendors, live bluegrass music, kids’ activities, a variety of food options including famous smoked BBQ plates, and wholesome entertainment, this festival promises fun for the whole family. Attendees can enjoy the festivities on November 1 from 10AM to 3PM at 12855 Old Tanner Williams Rd, Wilmer, AL 36587.
For those interested in the Honey Bee Festival in Robertsdale, hosted by the Central Baldwin Education Foundation, this annual event features over 120 vendors, the Little Miss Honeybee pageant, a 5K run, and more. Scheduled for November 1 from 8AM to 4PM at Honeybee Park, 22780 AL-59, Robertsdale, AL 36567, this festival is sure to provide a day of enjoyment for all attendees.
Alabama Frontier Days in Wetumpka offers a unique experience by showcasing life on the southern frontier during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries through various demonstrations, crafts, and trades. Set to take place from November 5 to 8 at Fort Jackson Park, 2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd, Wetumpka, AL 36093, this event will transport visitors back in time to experience the rich history of the region.
The Alabama Pecan Festival in Mobile is a weekend-long celebration featuring live music, antique vehicles, midway rides, pecan-related dishes, and the crowning of the Pecan Queen. This free festival draws in hundreds of visitors to W.C. Griggs Elementary School, 5055 Carol Plantation Rd., Mobile, AL 36619 from November 7 to 9.
For music enthusiasts, the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival in Muscle Shoals, AL is a must-attend event. Headlined by Spooner Oldham and Chris Tompkins, this festival spans five iconic venues in the area. Additionally, there will be workshops hosted at UNA’s Mane Room. The festival is scheduled for November 7 to 9 and promises a lineup of talented songwriters and performers for music lovers to enjoy.
Stay tuned for more updates on festivals happening across Alabama, providing a variety of entertainment options for residents and visitors alike as the season progresses.