Buck Creek Festival
Helena Amphitheater 4151 Helena Rd, Helena, AL, United StatesJoin us on October 10-11, 2025 at Amphitheater Park in Old Town Helena, AL for one of the most family-friendly events in the South.
Events in Shelby County, AL
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Mike Gannon Memorial Backyard Barbecue Competition
Mike Gannon Memorial Backyard Barbecue Competition Site 108 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL, United StatesGet ready for smoky flavors and friendly rivalry at Columbiana’s annual backyard barbecue competition. Teams fire up their grills to battle for bragging rights, and guests are treated to a feast of delicious tastes, music, and community spirit-all in honor of Mike Gannon.
Mayhem on the Mountain
Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United StatesMayhem on the Mountain is Alabama’s largest CrossFit competition, set against the stunning backdrop of Oak Mountain State Park. On October 11–12, 2025, individuals and teams will go head-to-head in five intense events over two action-packed days. With a fierce competitive spirit, an electric atmosphere, and a beautiful outdoor setting, this is a weekend of fitness and community you won’t want to miss.
Witches Ride
Main Street Columbiana Main Street Columbiana, Columbiana, AL, United StatesJoin Columbiana Main Street for a Witches Ride! Dust off your brooms (or your bicycle or golf cart) and get ready for a great time! This year there will even be door prize drawings to add to the fun!
Shelby Iron Works Fall Festival
Shelby Iron Works Park 10268 Co Rd 42, Shelby, AL, United StatesStep back in time at the historic Shelby Iron Works. This family-friendly fall festival features blacksmithing demos, sourghum processing, crafts, vendors, kids’ activities, and plenty of good food. History and autumn charm come together for a day you won’t want to miss.
Haunted Trail Ride
Shoal Creek Park 2781 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL, United StatesJoin the Montevallo Athletic Club for another year of family friendly spooky fun at Shoal Creek Park! Two tractors and trailers will take visitors on a spooky ride throughout the park. While this is a scary event, it is still kid-friendly with no contact actors and spooky vibes only. Food trucks will be available on site and admission is only $10 with cash! Card users pay $11.
Haunted Trail Ride Night 2
Shoal Creek Park 2781 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL, United StatesJoin the Montevallo Athletic Club for another year of family friendly spooky fun at Shoal Creek Park! Two tractors and trailers will take visitors on a spooky ride throughout the park. While this is a scary event, it is still kid-friendly with no contact actors and spooky vibes only. Food trucks will be available on site and admission is only $10 with cash! Card users pay $11.
Stampede Rodeo
Downtown Calera 1120 17th Avenue, Calera, AL, United StatesDowntown Calera is going full Western this fall with the Calera Stampede PCA Rodeo, happening October 17–18! It’s shaping up to be our biggest event yet—and we’d love to see you there. Both Friday and Saturday nights feature professional rodeo action, produced by 3R Rodeo and sanctioned by the Professional Cowboy Association. Gates open at 5 PM, Mutton Bustin’ kicks off at 6:30 PM, and the main rodeo starts at 7:30 PM. Come early to check out the Calera Corral with food trucks, western gear, and specialty vendors—open inside the rodeo grounds. But the fun doesn’t stop there—Saturday is packed with activities for the whole family. It starts at 10 AM with a parade through historic downtown, followed by an all-day Main Street Festival. Enjoy live music, local food and craft vendors, western-themed games and activities for kids, and a great small-town vibe. The festival wraps up at 4 PM—just in time to get ready for another exciting night of rodeo action.
Oak Ass 100 BUMP Event
Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United StatesThe Oak Ass Endurance Race is back—this time with a brand-new course and even bigger stakes as the NUE Series Championship. The updated route will cover approximately 50 miles, with options to complete one or two laps depending on your race category. As the final showdown in The Vicious Cycle Race Series, this event promises a tough, rewarding ride and a fierce finish to an epic season. Get ready to grind it out and earn your place in the series finale.
Harvest Festival
Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United StatesCelebrate the season at Oak Mountain’s annual Harvest Festival! Families can enjoy hayrides, games, face painting, food trucks, and live entertainment—all set against the gorgeous fall backdrop of Alabama’s largest state park. It’s the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and festive fall fun.
Camp-O-Ween
Join Oak Mountain State Park for their Annual Camp-O-Ween Celebration! It will be held in the B Side Pavilion in the Campground on Saturday, October 25th, from 4PM - 7PM! **This Event is for Campground and Cabin Guests ONLY!** We have some exciting activities included in this year's event: - Hay Rides - Live Owls and Snakes - Spooky Fun Crafts - Trick Or Treating - Bounce House - Site Decoration Contest - Food Truck *Costumes are not required, but HIGHLY Encouraged!* Contact Email: Oakmountain.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov Contact Phone: 205-620-2536 Meeting Place: B Side Pavilion in the Campground
Mt Laurel Fall Festival
Mt Laurel 5 Mt Laurel Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesStroll the charming streets of Mt Laurel at this family-favorite festival. From local vendors and artisans to food trucks and kids’ activities, the Mt Laurel Fall Festival offers a little something for everyone. It’s small-town fall magic at its best.