HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As autumn arrives, the Tennessee Valley is filled with fall festivals and family-friendly events. Here’s a look at some of the highlights happening this season:
Festifall at Huntsville Botanical Garden
- When: September-October
- Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden, Huntsville
- Cost: Free for members; included in general admission
- Details: Enjoy the Garden’s transformation into a fall wonderland with a variety of seasonal activities for all ages.
Oktoberfest
- When: October 3-5
- Where: Festhalle Farmers Market, Cullman
- Cost: Free
- Details: Enjoy lively music, cultural displays, and German cuisine.
October Arts Festival
- When: October 5, 9 a.m.
- Where: TGL Adventures, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Celebrate creativity and community with a day of arts and fun.
International Festival of North Alabama
- When: October 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Where: Jaycee Community Building, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Enjoy global performances, food trucks, and cultural displays.
Madison Street Festival
- When: October 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Where: Downtown Madison
- Cost: Free
- Details: Experience arts, crafts, food vendors, and a community parade.
Rocket City Scottish Festival
- When: October 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Where: Jaycee Community Building, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Explore Highland Games, food trucks, and Scottish traditions.
Alabama Honey Festival
- When: October 6, 1-5 p.m.
- Where: Alabama A&M University WTARS, Hazelgreen
- Cost: Free
- Details: Learn about sustainable agriculture and honeybees.
Bluegrass & BBQ Festival
- When: October 12, 1-7 p.m.
- Where: Southside Park, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Enjoy bluegrass music and food trucks in South Huntsville.
Celebrate Madison
- When: October 24, Gates open at 6 p.m.
- Where: Toyota Field, Madison
- Cost: Free
- Details: Celebrate Madison with fireworks and a special program.
Fall Festival at University Pickers
- When: October 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Where: University Pickers, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Enjoy a family-friendly event with food and community spirit.
VFC Harvest Festival
- When: October 26, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Where: Valley Fellowship Church, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Participate in games, face painting, and enjoy free food.
Toyota Field Fall Festival
- When: October 26, 5 p.m.
- Where: Toyota Field, Madison
- Cost: $10 for ages 13 and up; Free for ages 12 and under
- Details: Trick-or-treating followed by a movie screening of Casper.
Fall Festival at Landmark Church
- When: October 26, 3-6 p.m.
- Where: Landmark Church, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Enjoy a carnival-style fall festival with various activities.
Lobsterfest
- When: November 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Where: St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Huntsville
- Cost: Free
- Details: Lobsters and BBQ sales, Music, Artisans/Crafters and Children activities. On November 2, from 8-10 a.m., there will be a Lobsterfest 5K Run.
