Summer Shindig
Old Baker Farm 1041 Farmingdale Rd, Harpersville, AL, United StatesCelebrate the joys of summer at the Summer Shindig on Old Baker Farm. Join us for a day filled with fun, laughter, and wholesome entertainment for the whole family.
Celebrate the joys of summer at the Summer Shindig on Old Baker Farm. Join us for a day filled with fun, laughter, and wholesome entertainment for the whole family.
Start of The Ridge 2 Ridge 10.5 and 21 mile trail race at the Redbud Pavilion near the BMX track at Oak Mtn State Park. You will need to enter the park at the South Entrance. The north entrance does not open until 7:00 AM and if you go to it, you may miss the start. Here is a map link to the Redbud Pavilion from the south (southwest) entrance from I-65 near I-459. ?
Come out to Pelham Racquet Club for the Southern 14s L4.
Join the Zombie Trail Races team in beautiful Oak Mountain State Park on September 3rd for the Zombie Backyard Ultra. This exhilarating 4.167 mile loop will start every hour until one runner remains. This event is a bronze ticket qualifier for Summit Trail Racing's Backyard Ultra in Texas.
Montevallo is often recognized for the carvings of Tim Tingle in Orr Park. Each year thousands of visitors come to the park to enjoy these tree carvings. Over 50 carvings line the walking path along scenic Shoal Creek. It is a perfect venue to host a festival celebrating wood carving and other wood working crafts. This is the genesis for the Tinglewood Festival. The Tinglewood Festival is a free (no admission charge) one day event held in Orr Park annually in September. This Festival is a signature event for the City of Montevallo.
Don't miss this free women's mountain biking clinic hosted at Oak Mountain State Park by BUMP!
The Annual Hold the Fort Races are a simultaneously held timed 5k and 10k and also a 1 Mile Warrior Walk that will be taking place at Oak Mountain State Park in Alabama on Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 8 am to 11 am. Proceeds this year are dedicated to raising $1.5 million to construct Blanket Fort Hope's restorative therapeutic home for child trafficking survivors and ensure ongoing operations in training, development, and advocacy in the community. To find out more about their mission, visit BlanketFortHope.org
September 30th - October 31st Weekdays 3-5PM ~ Saturday 9AM -5PM ~ Sunday 1-5PM (U-Pick Pumpkins)
BUMP has taken the opportunity to raise money for The Alzheimer's Association while bringing exposure to our beloved trails and sport. The event will take place Oct 7th 2023, from 8am to 5pm at Oak Mountain State Park, rain or shine! Participants will complete a 17.6 mile loop around the Red Trail at Oak Mountain as many times as they can.
Join Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers this fall at stunning Oak Mountain State Park for their first ever Bike-A-Thon benefitting the Alzheimer's Association: The Longest Day. Don't miss a day of fun, biking, grilled cheese sandwiches, and support for an amazing cause! The event will take place Oct 7th 2023, from 8am to 5pm at Oak Mountain State Park. Participants will complete a 17.6 mile loop around the Red Trail at Oak Mountain as many times as they can starting and ending at the Cedar Pavilion.
Shelby Iron Works Park invites you once more to the much-anticipated Annual Fall Festival scheduled for Saturday, October 14th, running from 9 am until 2 pm. Experience a delightful day filled with family-oriented enjoyment! Engage in observing the showcase of historical crafts and practices such as creating sorghum syrup, blacksmithing endeavors, and the operation of our enormous vintage sawmill. A diverse range of vendors and an exhibition of classic automobiles will be at your disposal, accompanied by the opening of our charming Country Store for those ready to indulge in a shopping spree. Feeling peckish? Relish in the delectable hamburgers and hotdogs available at our food hall. Allow the melodic tunes of the Ain't Misbehavin' Band serenade you with well-known big band melodies while you dine. Utilize this opportunity to immerse yourself in history by exploring our museum, schoolhouse, and farmhouse during your visit. We eagerly await your presence for a day of laughter, learning, and leisure!
The 2023 Witches Ride is October 28th at 9:30. Those participating in the ride will meet with their bikes on the Broadway before the ride begins. There will be a hay ride for those who are not able to ride a bike.