Rooster Day in Demopolis celebrates the historic 1919 Rooster Auction, which raised funds to build the Rooster Bridge over the Tombigbee River. Hosted by the Marengo County Historical Society, the event includes the Cock’s Crow 5K and 1K runs, the Rooster Fair with handmade arts and crafts, delicious local food, and live entertainment. Families can […]
One of the largest and most popular arts and crafts fairs in the South with 200 exhibitors and 20,000 attendees in the natural amphitheater setting, a children's area with rides and a petting zoo, and plenty of good food including old-fashioned pork barbecue and funnel cakes.
One of the largest and most popular arts and crafts fairs in the South with 200 exhibitors and 20,000 attendees in the natural amphitheater setting, a children's area with rides and a petting zoo, and plenty of good food including old-fashioned pork barbecue and funnel cakes.
The Sucarnochee Folklife Festival is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the unique life ways of Black Belt residents with demonstrations of traditional crafts including pottery, metal works, quilting, and more from artists throughout the State. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music and folksingers, storytelling, historical tours of local sites, tasty […]
The Sucarnochee Folklife Festival is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the unique life ways of Black Belt residents with demonstrations of traditional crafts including pottery, metal works, quilting, and more from artists throughout the State. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music and folksingers, storytelling, historical tours of local sites, tasty […]
A guided tour that will immerse visitors in the history of Castle Morgan, the Prisoner of War camp at Old Cahawba, and explore the plight of these unfortunate soldiers as well as the hardships of the town’s Confederate residents who suffered while their husbands, fathers and sons were off to war, many never to return.
BBQ teams from all over Alabama will gather in downtown Camden to battle it out for the title of best BBQ Ribs, Butts, and Chicken. While the grills are hot, enjoy street vendors, a classic car show, children’s activities, live music, and more. Plus, don’t miss Hog Wild for Art, hosted by Black Belt Treasures, […]
For a fun-filled day come to the Hog Wild for Art Festival, held in partnership with the Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce’s 14th Annual Mark Curl Memorial BBQ Cook Off! Enjoy a pop-up gallery of regional artwork for sale, live artist demonstrations, and hands-on “make and take” art activities for all ages—including painting, printmaking, jewelry, […]
Mayfest 2025 will offer a full day of fun, entertainment, and community celebration. The event will feature a variety of local vendors, a competitive softball tournament, the popular “Beautiful Babies” showcase, and a wide selection of food. It’s a chance for the community to come together and enjoy a memorable day of activities and fellowship.
Get exploring today for a hands-on investigation into the fascinating aquatic macroinvertebrates living in Old Cahawba’s historic Perine Well. These tiny creatures are key indicators of water quality and play a big role in freshwater ecosystems. Roll up your sleeves, get your hands wet, and discover why Cahawba—once Alabama’s first state capital—was known as the […]
Cruise through Cahawba during this one-hour tour of Alabama's most famous ghost town. On this 4 mile, easy-paced, guided bicycle tour, we will explore the abandoned streets, overflowing wells, and […]
The 5th Annual Black Belt Birding Festival celebrates Alabama’s Black Belt region, one of the Southeast's premier birding destinations. Known for its diverse habitats—from prairie grasslands to bottomland swamps—this area offers a rare opportunity to observe a wide variety of bird species, including Wood Storks, Swallow-tailed Kites, Dickcissels, and Painted Buntings. The festival features field […]
