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.

Big Fish Bass Tournament – Millbrook
(334) 285-0085
millbrookchamber.org

The Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce hosts this exciting tournament each spring. Prizes are awarded hourly, and there’s also an award for overall biggest fish.

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.

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) 215-4642
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) 595-0100
prattvilleal.gov

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.

Puppy Palooza – Montgomery
(334) 279-6046
theshoppesateastchase.com

This event held at The Shoppes at EastChase benefits the Montgomery Humane Society and features live music, doggy activities, pet adoptions, and much more.

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.

Summer Nights at the Shoppes
(334) 279-6046
theshoppesateastchase.com

This series of concerts performed by regional artists is held at the Shoppes at EastChase each Thursday in June.

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.org

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.

Broadway Under the Stars – Montgomery
(334) 240-4004
montgomerysymphony.org

Held lakeside at Blount Cultural Park, this free concert by the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra features Broadway favorites. 

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.

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.

A Main Street Christmas – Prattville
(334) 595-0850
prattvilleal.gov

Take in the lights and decorations, visit with Santa, and get some Christmas shopping done with local shops.

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.

All is Bright – Montgomery
(334) 279-6046
theshoppesateastchase.com

Bring the entire family out to welcome Santa to The Shoppes at EastChase and enjoy a tree lighting ceremony and parade! 

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.

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) 290–2047
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.

Camellia Bowl – Montgomery
(334) 239–0546
camelliabowl.com

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
wetumpkala.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) 478-3926
mainstreetwetumpka.org

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!

Harvest Jam – Montgomery
(334) 279-6046
theshoppesateastchase.com

Sample craft beer, listen to live music, shop with pop-up vendors, and more at The Shoppes at EastChase!

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) 241-5156
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.

Main Street Wetumpka Wine Pull
(334) 478-3926
mainstreetwetumpka.org

This exclusive ticketed event is held in downtown Wetumpka and features splendid food, wine pairings, and prizes.

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 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
facebook.com/theshoppesofdowntownprattville

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) 625-4636
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)290–2047
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.