Nothing quite says Fall to us here at Rocket City Mom like a caramel apple, a little kettle corn, and a pumpkin carving contest or two. There’s plenty to be found using this list of Fall festivals, carnivals and special events happening all around the Tennessee Valley this Fall. Who knows, you might discover a brand new autumnal favorite to go with that pumpkin spice latte!
Do you know of one we missed? We’d love to add it, just send us a note at events@rocketcitymom.com and be sure to include the information listed here (e.g. Date/Time, Cost, URL, Location).
To get the full 411 about all that is happening in and around the Tennessee Valley this fall including information on Fall Break Camps, Trick/Trunk or Treating options, Halloween Parties, and more head over to the 2024 Fall Activity Guide. Then be sure to share the scoop with your friends so you’ll see familiar faces when you are out and about this fall season.
Looking for even more Fall Festival fun?
Festifall
Welcome to Festifall, Huntsville Botanical Garden’s vibrant celebration of autumn! This season is all about the transformation of the Garden into a wonderland of autumnal beauty and family-friendly activities, offering visitors of all ages a chance to revel in the magic of fall.
When: September-October
Cost: FREE for members, Included in General Admission
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden, Huntsville
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F5 Fleet Feet Fall Festival
Join us for a free family fun day all about fitness at the Fleet Feet Fall Fitness Festival ( F5 )! We will have a community fun run, kids’ run, and bike ride, followed by a day filled with fun. Come visit 40 local vendors, grab a bite to eat, and join in a free popup fitness class. There will be something for everyone at the Fleet Feet Fall Fitness Festival!
When: September 7 | 8 AM-12 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Hays Farm, Huntsville
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Fall Festival at Southern Trend’s
Celebrate the fall at Southern Trend’s where they will have sales, door prizes, raffles, and samples!
When: September 7 | 9 AM-6 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Southern Trend’s, Huntsville
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27th Annual Redstone Arsenal Family and MWR Oktoberfest
Family and MWR is happy to present the 27th Annual Oktoberfest brought to you by Woody Anderson Ford! -OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
When: September 13, 5 PM – 12 AM | September 14, 12 PM – 12 AM | September 15 11 AM – 7 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: MWR Activity Field (enter Gate 10 Patton Road), Huntsville
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NALZS Kids Festival
Mark your alendar! NALZS is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Kids Festival, hosted by Calhoun Community College, September 14, 2024. This festival is free to attend.
When: September 14 | 10 AM-4 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Calhoun Community College, Decatur
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International Observe the Moon Night
International Observe the Moon Night is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide.
Everyone on Earth is invited to learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations, and honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon.
When: September 14 | 5:30-8:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Davidson Center at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville
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NEACA 2024 Fall Craft Show
There will be over 100 crafters with items ranging from jewelry, pottery, home decor, outdoor decor, dolls, clothing, kitchen accessories, children’s items, food and much more.
When: September 20, 9 AM – 6 PM | September 21, 9 AM – 6 PM | September 22, 12 – 5 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Von Braun Center South Hall, Huntsville
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Madison First Fridays Fall Festival
Celebrate all things fall at the Madison First Fridays Fall Festival! Petting zoo, train rides, hot air balloons, hay rides, pumpkin patch, and more!
When: September 20 | 5 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Village of Oakland Springs, Madison
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Tinkerfest
Tinkerfest celebrates curiosity and creativity, allowing guests of all ages to explore how things work through hands-on activities! Tinkerfest will take place throughout both EarlyWorks Museums and surrounding grounds and will bring together makers, architects, engineers, robotics, and educators to showcase how their diverse skills converge.
When: September 21 | 9 AM-4 PM
Cost: Included in General Admission
Where: EarlyWorks, Huntsville
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Over the Edge Kids Zone
Watch the rappelers go down the side of the Regions Center in downtown Huntsville! We’ll also have a party in the street below with music, food and all kinds of cool activities (including a Kids Zone)!
When: September 21 | 11 AM-3 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Regions Center Downtown, Huntsville
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Soulful Food Truck Festival
Soulful Food Truck Festival features Delicious Food Trucks, Food Venndors, Shopping Vendors, a Beer Garden and Live Entertainment!
When: September 21 | 11 AM-6 PM
Cost: $0-15
Where: Joe Davis Stadium, Huntsville
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Power Wheels Derby
Ride some rides and walk through the barns. Stay for the power wheels derby, demolition derby, and the all-new event, lawn mower derby!
When: September 21 | 11 AM- 9 PM
Cost: $0-30
Where: Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Fayetteville, TN
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Monte Sano Art Festival
The Monte Sano Art Festival has been an exciting tradition for the North Alabama community for over two decades. Featuring the best local and regional artists representing an array of disciplines and techniques, the Monte Sano Art Festival is a treasure chest full of one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
When: September 21, 9 AM- 5 PM | September 22, 9 AM-4 PM
Cost: Free to attend; however, Monte Sano State Park will charge $10 per car for parking or $5 per walk-in festival attendee (cash only).
Where: Monte Sano State Park, Huntsville
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Fall for All
Enjoy live music by The Bubbanaughts, experience the excitement of riding a mechanical bull, or have fun with pumpkin bowling. The event will feature various inflatable games, fall-themed crafts, and photo ops.
When: September 28 | 10 AM-12 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Big Spring Park East, Huntsville
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Fall Festival at Sharon Johnston Park
Vendors, face painting, inflatable bounce houses, hay rides, mini pumpkin painting, and more!
When: September 28 | 9 AM- 1 PM
Cost: $5 per person or $20 per car
Where: Sharon Johnston Park, New Market
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NATR Fest
Discover North Alabama’s outdoor recreation! Includes outdoor recreation exhibitors, activities, overlander showcase, food trucks and more!
When: September 28 | 9 AM- 3 PM
Cost: $5; Ages 12 and under FREE
Where: Point Mallard Park, Decatur
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Pumpkin Days Fall Market
In addition to the usual Pumpkin Days activities (like hay rides, petting zoo, exotic animals, etc.), this day will also feature a market of locals, inflatables, business vendors, and face painting!
When: September 28 | 10 AM- 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Boyd Family Farm, Ardmore
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VBAS Astronomy Day
Daytime events (between 1 – 5 PM) will include: solar viewing, mini-planetarium shows, rockets, vacuum-chamber demonstrations of what it’s like in space, and several other fun STEAM activities. Evening events (between 7 – 10 PM) will include a keynote talk followed by a planetarium show and night sky observing through telescopes.
When: September 28 | 1 – 5 PM, 7 – 10 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Von Braun Astronomical Society, Huntsville
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Oktoberfest
This year’s Oktoberfest promises lively music, cultural displays, and delicious German cuisine, making it an event you won’t want to miss!
When: October 3-5
Cost: FREE
Where: Festhalle Farmers Market, Cullman
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October Arts Festival
Come out and enjoy a day filled with creativity, fun, and community!
When: October 5 | 9 AM
Cost: FREE
Where: TGL Adventures, Huntsville
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Madison Street Festival
Many fun areas including arts and crafts, exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment, a variety of food vendors, a community parade, information vendors, a sponsor row, and a children’s and teen area with lots of activities.
When: October 5 | 9 AM- 4 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Downtown Madison
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International Festival of North Alabama
This one-day, family-friendly spectacular―Open to the Public―spotlights iFest’s Global Performance Area, where you’ll enjoy anything from folk dance and traditional instrumentals to ethnic song and fashions; our Food Truck Caravan –every festival’s favorite!; bustling Open Air Marketplace; International Display Showcase, boasting cultural artifacts, native apparel, travel/historic information, photos, handicrafts, and so much more; and FREE hands-on children’s games and crafting …from around the world!
When: October 5 | 10 AM- 3 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Jaycee Community Building, Huntsville
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Rocket City Scottish Festival
Vendors, food trucks, Highland Games, and kilts galore!
When: October 5 | 10 AM- 3 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Jaycee Community Building, Huntsville
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Alabama Honey Festival
This year’s theme is “Sustainable agriculture and honeybees.” Come out for sweet fun and see what the buzz is all about!
When: October 6 | 1-5 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Alabama A&M University WTARS, Hazelgreen
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Bluegrass & BBQ Festival
Grab your picnic blanket or chair and enjoy some great music in South Huntsville! Food trucks will be available.
When: October 12 | 1-7 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Southside Park, Huntsville
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Celebrate Madison
Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the great city of Madison! FREE Firework show after Mayor Paul Finley’s “Celebrate Madison” program!
When: October 24 | Gates open at 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Toyota Field, Madison
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Fall Festival at University Pickers
Don’t miss out on this fantastic family event that promises fun, food, and community spirit.
When: October 26 | 10 AM- 5 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: University Pickers, Huntsville
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VFC Harvest Festival
Celebrate the Harvest with planned activities such as bounce houses, elementary and preschool games, face painting, popcorn, free chili and hotdogs, music, and candy bags for all children!
When: October 26 | 11 AM-2 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Valley Fellowship Church, Huntsville
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Toyota Field Fall Festival
Get your trick-or-treating started early, from 5 PM to 7 PM, and stay after for a showing of Casper at 7:15 PM.
When: October 26 | 5 PM
Cost: $10 for ages 13 and up, FREE ages 12 and under
Where: Toyota Field, Madison
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Fall Festival
Come one, come all to this family-friendly carnival-style fall festival!
When: October 26 | 3-6 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Landmark Church, Huntsville
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