Cahaba River Ramble 2024 – Trail Race

This spectacular 5k and 10-mile trail race runs along the “biological heart” of Alabama’s longest remaining free-flowing river, the Cahaba, and is the primary annual fundraiser for Cahaba River Society's Shane Hulsey CLEAN Environmental Education Program. When: Saturday, April 20, 2024. Registration opens at 7am and the race begins at 8am. Where: Cahaba River Park, 2793 River Road, Helena, AL 35080 Located in the Cahaba River Park in Shelby County, the race is one of the most unique running experiences in Alabama. Aid stations will be provided at mile three and mile seven (for the 10-mile race). All participants will receive lunch, a t-shirt, and a swag bag after the race, and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each category.

$50

Cahaba River Society River Ramble 5K and 10-mile

Cahaba River Park 2793 River Road, Helena, AL, United States

This spectacular 5k and 10-mile trail race runs along the “biological heart” of Alabama’s longest remaining free-flowing river, the Cahaba, and is the primary annual fundraiser for Cahaba River Society's Shane Hulsey CLEAN Environmental Education Program.

Montevallo Arts Fest

Orr Park 277 Park Dr, Montevallo, AL, United States

The Montevallo Arts Collaborative hold Arts Fest in Orr Park on the third Saturday in April. The Montevallo Arts Collaborative promotes and coordinates the arts in the Montevallo area.

Strawberry Festival

Oliver Park 9758 HWY 25, Calera, AL, United States

Join Calera Parks and Rec at Oliver Park for Calera's Annual Strawberry Fest!

Shelby County Senior Picnic

Shelby County Exhibition Center 86 Argo Road, Columbiana, AL, United States

Shelby County Residents age 55 and up can enjoy a day of music, food, and fun at the Shelby County Senior Picnic!

Friday Nights at the Cove

Owl's Cove Park 737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, United States

Join us in beautiful downtown Montevallo for an evening of live entertainment! Each event will feature a different musician at Owl's Cove Park (737 Main Street). This family-friendly, free admission event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Bring a chair or picnic blanket, grab dinner to-go from your favorite downtown restaurant, and make yourself at home on Main Street! Live music starts at 6:30 PM. April 26: Mother May I is a precise-sounding musical group playing their mix of Motown, R&B, Classic Rock, 80’s Retro, Old School Funk, current Top 40, and everything in-between. This Birmingham-based band performs with a flair, intensity and stage presence that is all their own! Sponsored by Dr. Bobby F. Shunnarah. May 31: Common Ground combines smooth three-part harmony with upbeat energy. With a set list of over 300+ songs, we bet they’ll play one of your favorites! Sponsored by Alabama Custom Trailer and RV. June 28: DreamCatcher is an experienced group of acoustic musicians focused on tight three-part harmony vocals in a wide variety of music from the 60's up to today. They look forward to seeing friends both old and new! Sponsor to be announced. July 26: Twelve plays a […]

Helena United Festival

According to Chairperson of the Helena Diversity and Inclusion Board Dominga Gardner, the Helena United Festival will feature cooking demonstrations, a stick dancing performance and a martial arts demonstration, with a pending agreement with a bag pipe group. “We are using this event to bring all the cultures together, all different walks of life together, just to be able to learn something new from another culture,” Gardner said. “And also to embrace those that are different from us.” Read more at: https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2024/03/14/helena-diversity-board-to-host-helena-united-festival/

3rd Annual Spring Fling Family Food Truck Fest

Montevallo AL, United States

Montevallo Main Street, Impact Montevallo, and DRUM the Program invite you to experience our 3rd Annual Spring Fling Family Food Truck Fest! From noon to 6 PM on Saturday, April 27, join us on Island Street at the Orr Park Pecan Grove (940 Island Street) to grab lunch or an early dinner from one of our featured food trucks--to be announced! This fest will be fun for the whole family. Activities include: • Drum classes led by DRUM the Program's Abou Sylla (www.syllamusic.com) from 1-1:30 PM and 3-3:30 PM • Inflatable Bounce House • Obstacle Course • Face Painting • Music • Main Street Coloring Sheets • And more! This event is free admission. It is also "rain or shine." If the event must be cancelled due to inclement weather, we will announce via our social media. * Winner of 2022 Excellence in Promotion Award from Main Street Alabama *