River Region Annual Events

Bark in the Park – Prattville
(334) 358-2882
prattvilleautaugahumane.org

The Prattville/Autauga Humane Society’s annual spring fundraiser takes place at Cooter’s Pond and features concessions, pet contest, children’s games, and adoptable dogs.

Coosapalooza Brew Fest – Wetumpka
(334) 478-3926
mainstreetwetumpka.org

Sample craft brews from around the state while enjoying beautiful downtown Wetumpka right alongside the Coosa River.

Creekwalk Concert Series – Prattville
(334) 595–0850
prattvilleal.gov

Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a series of free, family–friendly concerts each summer on the Creekwalk by Heritage Park

Earth Day Safari
(334) 625-4909
montgomeryzoo.com

This fun-filled educational day at the Montgomery Zoo is an awesome learning experience for all ages.

The Fitz Spring Gala – Montgomery
(334) 264-4222
thefitzgeraldmuseum.org

The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum’s annual fundraiser features 1920’s attire, delicious food and beverages, live music, and much more.

Flimp Festival – Montgomery
(334) 625-4333
mmfa.org

The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts’ annual festival features art activities, music, and a variety of entertainment.

The Get Down Spring Concert Series

(334) 746–6530 • montgomerywhitewater.com

Nationally touring and local emerging artists take the main stage at the park each Saturday in the spring and Thursday evenings in the spring, providing the perfect soundtrack to rafting, outdoor fun, or a sunset happy hour.

Herb Day – Montgomery
alabamaherbsociety.org

This open-air market held each spring by the Alabama Herb Society features vendors selling herbal teas, garden wares, and a huge selection of herbal plants.

Juneteenth Celebration – Montgomery
(334) 241-8615
montgomeryal.gov

This celebration features live music, local food, kids’ activities, and more. Plus, get free admission to the Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing!

MAX4Kids Annual Charity Clay Shoot
(334) 215-4973
mymax.com

This annual event takes place at the Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club and raises money for the MAX4Kids Foundation.

Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival
(334) 625–9411
montgomerydragonboats.com

The Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival is back at the Riverfront Park and will welcome new and past teams for the Dragon Boat race on the beautiful Alabama River.

Prattville CityFest
(334) 365-7392
prattvillecityfest.com

This event kicks off with a concert on the banks of the peaceful Autauga Creek and features food, kids activities, shopping, and more.

Prattville Pops Spring Concert
(334) 595–0850
prattvilleal.gov

Sit back and enjoy an annual themed performance by Prattville Pops, an all–volunteer community band.

Red Bluff Music, Arts & Food Festival
(334) 223–9625
redbluffmgm.com

Vintage Hospitality Group aims to unite the community through a mutual love of music, food and the arts. Alongside the region’s top musical, culinary, and visual artists, a lineup of renowned names in the music industry will celebrate Montgomery’s vibrant past, present, and promising future.

Riverbend Brewfest – Montgomery
(334) 625-4636
montgomeryal.org

Enjoy live music, great food, and a large selection of craft and seasonal brews from local, regional, and national breweries.

River and Blues Music & Arts Festival – Wetumpka
(334) 567–5147
wetumpkaal.gov

Shop with local vendors and artists, sample delicious food from local spots, and enjoy listening to live music from a variety of bands and artists.

Tunes on the Green – Millbrook
(334) 312-2866
cityofmillbrook.org

Grab your family and lawn chairs for a free summer concert series featuring local bands, food vendors, and trivia.

Wilson Pickett Music and Arts Festival – Prattville
(334) 595-0850
wilsonpickettfestival.com

This free festival celebrates musician Wilson Pickett, who was born in Prattville and includes live music, displays from local and regional artists, and plenty of fun for the kids.

 AWF Wild Game Cook-Off – Millbrook
(334) 285-4550
alabamawildlife.org

In addition to sampling all the outstanding food, guests can participate in a silent auction and assorted raffles. Proceeds to benefit the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s programs and projects.

Bark in the Park – Wetumpka
(334) 567-3377
elmorehumane.org

Head over to Fort Toulouse in September for a fun-filled event that includes pet parades, paw paintings, and more for the whole family.

Buckmasters Expo – Montgomery
(334) 387-2635
buckmasters.com

The area’s largest hunting show features more than 300 exhibitors. 

Hog Days of Summer – Montgomery
(334) 717-0107
hogdays.org

Enjoy the best selection of BBQ in Alabama while listening to live blues, country, and Americana music performances.

Independence Day Celebration: BBQ, Brews, & Blues – Montgomery
(334) 625-4636 
montgomeryal.gov
Head to Riverfront Park for a diverse selection of food options and savor an extensive range of craft, specialty, and seasonal beers from local, regional, and national breweries. Following the Biscuits game, remain for a dazzling fireworks show. Don’t forget to mark your calendar and bring your lawn chairs for a memorable evening!

Independence Day Celebration – Prattville
(334) 595-0800 • prattvilleal.gov
Join the City of Prattville in celebrating freedom and community at the annual July 4th parade in downtown Prattville.

Independence Day Celebration – Wetumpka
(334) 567-5147 • wetumpkaal.gov
Join the City of Wetumpka and Main Street Wetumpka for an unforgettable family-friendly evening of fun, music, and patriotism at the Independence Day Celebration.

Zoobilation – Montgomery
(334) 625-4920
montgomeryzoo.zom

This annual fundraiser for the Montgomery Zoo features live entertainment, food and beverages from regional vendors, and an auction. Guests must be 21 or older to attend.

A Downtown Dickens Christmas – Wetumpka
(334) 567-4811
wetumpkachamber.org

Celebrate the annual Christmas tree lighting and enjoy a Victorian Christmas in Historic Downtown Wetumpka.

Alabama Frontier Days at Fort Toulouse – Wetumpka 
(334) 567-3002
fttoulousejackson.org

Experience one of the largest and most authentic living history events with frontier craft and trade demonstrations, live period entertainment, and merchants.

Alabama National Fair – Montgomery
(334) 272-6831
alnationalfair.org

Enjoy carnival rides, live music, a circus, pig racing, and more each October. There are also exhibits of art, photography, flowers, and livestock.

Annual Christmas Parade – Prattville
(334) 595-0850
prattvilleal.gov

Downtown Prattville is transformed into a magical space filled with lights, marching bands, dancers, candy, and more during the Christmas parade. And of course, Santa always makes an appearance.

Autauga County Fair – Prattville
(334) 717-0277
autaugacountyfair.com

Bring the family out to enjoy top-notch carnival ride entertainment and classic fair food concessions, along with other attractions like a petting zoo.

Boo Festival – Millbrook
(334) 320-5472
cityofmillbrook.org

The City of Millbrook’s Boo Festival is held right before Halloween each year. It features family-friendly activities, trick-or-treating with local vendors and businesses, and more.

The IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl – Montgomery

(334) 239–0546
salutetoveteransbowl.com

Previously called the Camellia Bowl, this post-season college football game matches up the Sun Belt Conference against the Mid-American Conference (MAC) at Cramton Bowl each December. 

Capital City Christmas Parade – Montgomery
(334) 625-4636
montgomeryal.gov

Celebrate the holidays with this annual parade featuring festive floats and lots of fun. 

Christmas Lights Festival – Montgomery
(334) 625-4900
montgomeryzoo.com

See the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland with thousands of sparkling lights and festive decorations. 

Christmas on the Coosa – Wetumpka 
(334) 567-5147
wetumpkaal.gov

This annual Christmas celebration includes a variety of festivities, from character breakfasts and an artist market to an antique car show and a parade. The day ends with a spectacular fireworks show over the Coosa River.

Conservation Car Wash and Tailgate Party – Montgomery
(334) 625-4905
montgomeryzoo.com

Get your car washed, play games, and see a few education ambassador animals at this annual fundraising event for the Montgomery Zoo.

Coosa Candy Crawl – Wetumpka
(334) 567-5147 wetumpkaal.gov

Dress in your favorite costume and trick-or-treat through local downtown businesses and table sponsors.

East YMCA Wing Festival – Montgomery
(334) 272-3390
ymcamontgomery.org

Sample outstanding chicken wings from local competitors and enjoy a day of family fun with activities for children. 

Great Balls of Fire Golf Tournament – Wetumpka
(334) 567–4811
wetumpkachamber.org

Join the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce for a day of golf, networking, and community at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, Capitol Hill. This event pays tribute to the Meteor Impact Crater that emerged approximately 84 million years ago in Wetumpka.

Great Grits Cookoff & 5K – Prattville
(334) 358-9622
prattvilleymca.org

Join the Willis Bradford YMCA in mid-October for a day of live music, bounce houses, arts and crafts vendors, the Nitty Gritty 5K Race, and a whole lot of grits!

Junior League Holiday Market – Montgomery
(334) 288-8816
jlmontgomery.org

This annual fundraiser features local and regional vendors selling clothing, art, gourmet food, and unique items you won’t find at the mall.

Living Christmas Tree – Montgomery
(334) 241-5151
montgomeryfbc.org

The sights and sounds of Christmas will fill First Baptist Church of Montgomery’s sanctuary as the choir and orchestra present the annual Living Christmas Tree.

Magical Christmas Parade – Montgomery
(334) 279-6046 • theshoppesateastchase.com
Bring the entire family out to The Shoppes at EastChase and enjoy live music, shop for savings, and meet the Grinch himself!

MGM Restaurant Week
(334) 261–1100
experiencemontgomeryal.org

Enjoy ten days of exploring the eats and treats that make Montgomery one of the best places in the South to eat!

Montgomery Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
MGMS.club/mgms

Vendors at this annual exposition sell an assortment of beads, crystals, gemstones, and fossil specimens. Make sure to check out the demonstrations on gem and rock cutting. 

Montgomery Symphony Orchestra’s Joyce Caddell Holiday Pops Concert
(334) 240-4004
montgomerysymphony.org

This festive concert is the highlight of the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra’s season.

The Nutcracker – Montgomery
(334) 356-5460
alabamariverregionballet.com

The longest-running Nutcracker in Montgomery is presented by Alabama River Region Ballet each holiday season.

Parade of Pumpkins – Prattville
(334) 595-0100
prattvilleal.gov

Visit historic downtown Prattville in the weeks leading up to Halloween to delight in festive storefronts, seasonal displays, decorated pumpkins, and food trucks.

Riverwalk Wine Festival – Montgomery
(334) 261-1100
experiencemontgomeryal.org

The city’s wine tasting event features vineyards from across the state with booths set up for tasting and purchasing.

Safari of Lights – Hope Hull
(334) 288-2105
alabamasafaripark.com

Drive through thousands of sparkling lights at Alabama Safari Park, then visit with farm animals in the petting area, play a few holiday games, and snap some photos with Santa.

Spinners Pumpkin Patch Crafts & Vendor Show – Prattville
(334) 717-1141
facebook.com/PrattvileSpinners

Held each October at Spinners Park in Prattville, this fun-filled event features tons of great local artists and other vendors, activities for kids, live music, and much more.

Spirit of Christmas Parade & Festival – Millbrook
(334) 320-5472
cityofmillbrook.org

Millbrook’s Christmas celebration features an official tree lighting ceremony, a festive parade starring Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a vendor market with local merchants and makers.

Turkey Day Classic – Montgomery 
(334) 229-4551
alasu.edu

This football game features the Alabama State University Hornets vs. another HBCU. Events leading up to the game include a parade and live music performances.

Wetumpka Oktoberfest
(334) 478-3926
mainstreetwetumpka.org

This downtown event offers something for everyone to enjoy from live music and contests to shopping for the adults and a children’s area with putt-putt, face painting, and a petting zoo to keep the little ones entertained.

Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival
(334) 478-3366 • thekelly.org
The Kelly holds their annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama through their “Art Gone Wild” art exhibition.