Fall Activities For Families Near Dothan, AL
Summer break is over and pool days will soon come to an end. Most in the South are anticipating the start of fall and the cooler weather it will bring, which makes fall a great time for families to enjoy activities outdoors. Here's a list of fall activities for families near Dothan, AL.
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Fall Activities For Families Near Dothan, AL
Landmark Park Bluegrass Festival
Head out to Landmark Park on September 11 to enjoy live bluegrass music all day. You can even bring your own instrument for a jam sesh. There will also be instrument demos, food trucks, activities for kids, a patriotic presentation, wagon rides, arts and crafts, and more! Feel free to bring a chair.
The event starts at 10AM and lasts until 9PM.
Headland Harvest Festival
My family and I simply call this festival "Harvest Day," and we have been many times over the years. This year is special, as they will be celebrating the 50th annual Headland Harvest Festival! The festival pays tribute to local farmers and the year's harvest and takes place in the Headland square.
The event will take place October 8 & 9, beginning the festival that Friday evening with music by the Velcro Pygmies and food from local vendors. Saturday morning is kicked off with the Annual Harvest Run, and the rest of the morning and early afternoon is celebrated with food, entertainment, inflatables, and vendors from the community! I definitely recommend spending at least a few hours at Harvest Day!
Corndodgers Farm
Another great way to celebrate fall in Headland is at Corndodgers Farm. Fall fun begins October 2 and lasts through October 31.
Corndodgers is definitely a favorite among the kiddos. They can get lost in a corn maze, slide down a super slide, ride a cow train, take a wagon ride, and so much more! Whether you need a meal or a snack, they have that too. Corndodgers has done an excellent job of adding new attractions every year as they continue to grow.
Halloween Fun Fest and Zombie Run- Landmark Park
A zombie run?! Yes, please. Head out to Landmark Park on October 2 from 4PM - 8PM to enjoy a 5K Zombie Run, kids activities, a corn maze, tractor treat, music, food, and more!
Fall Farm Day- Landmark Park
Fall Farm Day is an annual event that is fun and educational for families. Learn how peanuts were harvested almost 100 years ago in the Wiregrass, plus enjoy music, syrup making, butter churning, wagon rides, and more!
National Peanut Festival
I was happy to see this scheduled this year, as it was canceled last year because of COVID. The Peanut Festival, or "the fair," is a great income source for a lot of local vendors.
The dates for the National Peanut Festival are set for November 5 - November 14. If you aren't familiar with the fair, get ready for some of the best food in the region, vendors, games, concerts, and carnival rides! Also, bring lots of cash.
Boll Weevil Fall Festival
Head to Enterprise on October 16 to enjoy their Boll Weevil Fall Festival. The festival will be open from 11AM - 4PM, and there will be plenty to do!
Enjoy arts and craft vendors, a variety of music, yummy eats, a car show, a local farmer's market, visit Scarecrow Village, and more!
Low Country Boil- Landmark Park
This event requires tickets purchased prior to the event in order to attend.
They spare no expense for the low country boil and even wheel your food over to you in a wheelbarrow. Also enjoy live music, drinks, and let the kids run around or play on the playground.
Panama City Beach Balloon Glow
Choose a day from November 19 - November 21 to take a day trip and enjoy PCB's Balloon Glow. Each day from 5PM - 9PM your family can enjoy hot air balloons glowing at dusk, tethered rides, food and retail vendors, and more.
Under the Oaks
Under the Oaks takes place on the square in Headland every 4th Friday beginning April 16 - October 15. The last two of the season will take place on September 17 and October 15. The events last from 7PM - 10PM.
Admission is free; walk around the square enjoying live music, local food, and retail vendors. Don't forget to bring chairs or a blanket, so you can sit and enjoy the evening!
2nd Annual Scarecrow Festival & Car Show
Enjoy a full day of family fun in Daleville for their 2nd Annual Scarecrow Festival & Car Show. The event begins at 10AM and lasts until sundown. Enjoy a car show, scarecrow festival with vendors beginning at 1PM, and trick or treat in the park at sundown.
Fall Activities For Families
Which event are you looking forward to most? Let's talk about it in the comments!
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