Goat Island kicks off Oktoberfest with ‘Goatoberfest’ this Friday through Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Goat Island Brewing will celebrate its own contribution to local tradition as it holds its fifth annual “Goatoberfest” celebration this Friday through Sunday, Sept. 27-29, 2024, at the south Cullman brewery located at 1646 John Cooper Drive. This year the event...
Willkommen to Cullman Oktoberfest: Oct. 3-5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman is a small town filled with rich German history woven into the very fabric of its culture. Col. John G. Cullmann, who founded the town in the 1800s, brought along his traditions when he immigrated from Germany to settle in...
Bernard Blues and BBQ draws crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend marked the eighth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ festival hosted by St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School.
Each day of the festival was marked with soulful music. Visitors set up on the lawn of the beautiful, shady campus to...
Tater-tastic!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The air held a crispness on Labor Day, Monday morning, Sept. 2, as Cullman County Parks and Recreation opened the second day of its annual Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park.
The two-day affair boasted games, activities and tons of food,...
8th annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Arts & Crafts Festival coming Sept. 7-8
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School will host the eighth annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 7-8, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day, on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School. It will be,...
Vinemont seeking competitors for October’s Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest
VINEMONT, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 26, the air will take on the distinctive smell of sticky and sweet barbecue as grill masters and competitors take to the fires for Vinemont’s Chillin’-N-Grillin’ BBQ Fest.
The festival, centered around the best of the best behind the...
Celebrating tradition: Amy McAfee Wood named 2024 Burgermeister of Cullman Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the heart of Cullman, where tradition and community run deep, Amy McAfee Wood has been named the Cullman Oktoberfest 2024 Burgermeister, a title that she said fills her with immense pride and joy. As vice president of Cullman Cabinet and...
Sweet Tater Festival returns Sept. 1-2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation is making plans and preparing for the introduction of fall with one of its larger festivals: the 28th Annual Sweet Tater Festival, which will kick off on Sunday, Sept. 1, and run until Monday, Sept. 2,...
Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday to finalize plans for Rock the South 2024. The event will draw together resources of the three agencies along with...
RTS press conference: ‘Have a plan and take precautions, but obey and respect the law’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office hosted a Rock the South press conference/safety meeting on Wednesday, July 17, at the CCSO Training Center. Sheriff Matt Gentry, Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta and Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker answered questions from local media...
Smith Lake Park 4th of July Fireworks Festival: Know price before you go
CULLMAN, Ala. - For years, Smith Lake Park has played host to a popular Fourth of July celebration. This year, the cost to enter will be $5 per person, or $20 per car.
Smith Lake Park has traditionally charged admission of around $5 per attendee,...
LIST: Fireworks fun and where to find it
CULLMAN, Ala.- Independence Day is on its way, and with it a handful of local Fourth of July festivities.
Third Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Sunday, June 30, beginning at 6 p.m.
Vinemont Sports Complex
266 Park Drive
The Town of South Vinemont and Vinemont Baptist Church host...
Arrowhead RV Park’s Hippie Fest this Saturday
CRANE HILL, Ala. - For the second year, Arrowhead RV Park in Crane Hill will host Hippie Fest. The festival, a smorgasbord of live music, games, crafts and vendors, was a hit last year. This year, employees and staff at the park are hoping...
Cheese, cheese and more cheese!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival in downtown Hanceville proved to be a huge success despite the morning rains that initially threatened to keep the crowds away on Saturday, May 25. The festival saw an impressive turnout with packed streets well into...
Get ready for the sizzle: Hanceville’s 4th annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming May 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On May 25, downtown Hanceville will transform into a hub of culinary delight and community celebration with the fourth annual Grilled Cheese Festival. From 9 a.m.-5 p.m., attendees can indulge in a unique festival dedicated to everyone’s favorite comfort food: the...
Inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival a sweet success
CULLMAN, Ala. - One quick zip through the center of Cullman over the weekend, and anyone should have been able to tell that something big was happening. Traffic was creeping down U.S. Highway 31 on Friday and Saturday, almost every car searching for a parking spot...
Swingin’ seniors turn out for Alabama Strawberry Festival Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Strawberry Festival Senior Day, hosted by the Cullman County Commission on Aging and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, took place Thursday, May 2, at the Festhalle. The day was just for seniors, allowing them to cut loose and enjoy...
Alabama Strawberry Festival underway
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Strawberry Festival is in full swing in Cullman’s Depot Park area and will continue until late Saturday night. City streets, blocked off with hand-painted blockades covered in vibrant and colorful strawberry-themed murals completed by local artist Donald Walker, are...
Mark your calendars: 51st Arley Day Festival coming May 18
ARLEY, Ala. - For over 50 years, the annual Arley Day Festival Parade and Car Show has been held at Hamner Park in Arley, Alabama. The festival is hosted by the Arley Women’s Club (AWC) as a celebration of the town of Arley, the...
40th annual Bloomin’ Festival: ‘Truly unforgettable experience’
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 180 vendors lined the pathways of the St. Bernard campus for the 40th annual Bloomin’ Festival Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, for what organizers called a “truly unforgettable experience.” Displays of artwork, handmade crafts, beauty and skincare products and...
Alabama Strawberry Festival coming to Cullman May 3-4
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, downtown Cullman – particularly Depot Park and the Festhalle – will host the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival. What was formally known as the Cullman Strawberry Festival now has statewide appeal; that announcement was made back...
40th annual Bloomin’ Festival coming April 20-21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 40th annual Bloomin’ Festival will take place April 20-21, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day on the grounds of St. Bernard Preparatory School. The event is one of the school’s main fundraisers, and draws thousands each year. Admission is a...
Hanceville Irish Festival draws crowd
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Irish Festival took place on Saturday, March 16, drawing a crowd to historic downtown Hanceville to enjoy live music, food and goods, services and specialties from vendors.
Festival organizer and member of Friends of the Festival, Nolan Bradford has said,...
Render Aid Alabama’s 1st Winter Wellness Festival sees 200
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Feb. 24, the nonprofit outreach program Render Aid Alabama hosted its inaugural Winter Wellness Festival at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. The event was aimed toward giving the community access to the resources needed during trying and hard...
Alabama Strawberry Festival: Event goes statewide
CULLMAN, Ala. –The city of Cullman is preparing for an event that symbolizes more than just the celebration of spring’s bountiful harvest. Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, shared insights into the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival set for May...
7th annual Hanceville Irish Festival set for March 16
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As the weather warms up and spring makes its way to Alabama, several communities in Cullman are gearing up for fun festivals and family events. Hanceville is set to host its seventh annual Irish Festival on Saturday, March 16, and is...
Render Aid Alabama hosting Winter Wellness Festival Feb. 24, seeking additional vendors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Render Aid Alabama is one of Cullman’s newer nonprofits and is on a mission to “normalize compassion for humanity.” It hopes to help spread the love by hosting its inaugural Winter Wellness Festival on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Cullman County...
Getting ‘saucy’ at Vinemont BBQ Fest
VINEMONT, Ala. - The sweet smell of sticky barbecue sauce rolled in the crisp air and called to hungry stomachs far and wide Saturday, Oct. 21 at Vinemont’s fourth annual Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest. In all, around a dozen competitive and local grilling teams accepted...
More than 170 participate in Oktoberfest 5K and 10K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Over 170 people registered for Oktoberfest 5K and 10K races on Saturday put on by WellStone of Cullman.
One of those participants was mother of three and local runner Mandy Leonardi, who ran with her youngest son James, who is 6.
“My favorite...
Seniors swing and shout at Oktoberfest Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala– The Hofbräuhaus was packed as hundreds of seniors piled in for a day of laidback Oktoberfest celebration on Friday, Sept 29, 2023. Cullman County Commission on Aging and Donald E. Green Active Adult Center staff teamed up to ensure the event went...
Participants enjoy 14th annual Candlelight Walking Tour
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 14th annual Candlelight Walking Tour was held Thursday, Sept. 28, opening night of Oktoberfest. Michael Sullins and Julie Burks hosted the tour once again and had fun portraying characters from the past while sharing the rich history of Cullman.
Sullins portrayed...
2023 Oktoberfest underway
CULLMAN, Ala. – Visitors to Cullman this weekend may see a very different Warehouse District than what they're used to…men in funny-looking overalls (lederhosen), women in flower crowns, tall steins of frothy beer and the pervading scent of pretzels and brats. No, it’s not...
Sacred Heart School to host annual German Festival Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School will host its annual German Festival this Saturday, Sept. 30. The festival kicks off at 10 a.m. on the school campus and runs until 7 p.m.
The first German Festival was held in the summer of 1977 at Sacred...
Cullman Oktoberfest back, bigger than ever Sept. 28-30
CULLMAN, Ala. – With crisp autumn air just around the corner, Cullman is gearing up for its annual take on Oktoberfest, celebrating Cullman's German heritage with a bit of Southern flair. This year's celebration promises to be an entire three-day sensory delight of sights,...
‘Where else can you find muscadine juice?’
Saint Bernard welcomes visitors for 7th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ
CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees and competitors from all across the Southeast gathered on the picturesque grounds of Saint Bernard Preparatory School Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9-10, for the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ...
Sweet Tater Festival sees biggest crowd yet
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park had the biggest turnout in the event’s history, according to Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport.
"Weather has been a huge factor this year," he said. "The warm temperatures were certainly...
SugarFest 2023 brings Labor Day fun to Arab
ARAB, Ala. – Hundreds of residents poured into Arab City Park on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, to celebrate Arab’s annual SugarFest. SugarFest, a celebration of all the things that make life sweeter in the South, brought a combined 162 vendors, dozens of food trucks...
7th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival returning Sept. 9-10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Get ready to indulge in a weekend of mouthwatering barbecue, lively music and vibrant arts at the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival, hosted by St. Bernard. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 9, and Sunday, Sept. 10, as Cullman...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 dates, details announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 – which will also celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cullman – will take place Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 28-30.
The expanded biergarten, located at Festhalle, will officially open at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28.
The must-see parade, including a horse-drawn German...
2nd Fridays are back!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday, June 9, marked the return of 2nd Fridays in downtown Cullman. The summertime favorite is hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism in and around the Warehouse District.
Cullman Mayor Woody...
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama today announced the Cullman Strawberry Festival as the Alabama Strawberry Festival. The resolution recognizes the historical significance, agricultural excellence and vibrant community spirit that this beloved event represents for the state of...
Crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The morning sun was bright, live jam band tunes were pumping and the air held a distinct aroma of crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese in Hanceville on Saturday, May 27 when hordes of grilled cheese connoisseurs gathered downtown for the third annual...
3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American single combo has your heart or you're more into "designer" grilled cheeses with sourdough and sharp cheddar, there will be...
Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at the Cullman Strawberry Festival Friday morning at the Festhalle.
Seniors from Vinemont to Colony gathered for fellowship, lunch, live music and...
2023 Bloomin’ Festival breaks records
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts festival, held April 22-23, attracted record numbers of visitors and vendors, thanks to the beautiful weather and the variety of...
1,100-plus 4th graders enjoy Water Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – More than 1,100 area fourth graders on Friday, April 21, attended the 18th annual Water Festival: “The Wonderful World of Water” at Wallace State Community College. The festival was organized by the Water Systems of Cullman County.
The event was coordinated by...
Bloomin’ Festival this weekend!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Craft Fair is this Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day on the campus of St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School. The festival is the school’s largest annual fundraiser.
The Bloomin’...
‘The Wonderful World of Water’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Water Systems of Cullman County on Friday, April 21, will host the 18th annual Water Festival: “The Wonderful World of Water” at Wallace State Community College. The yearly event is for fourth-grade students and teachers across Cullman County.
The employees of...
The sweet goodness of J. Calvert Farms
CULLMAN, Ala. – At 30 County Road 260 in Cullman County, some of the Southeast’s most delicious strawberries and other fruits and vegetables are grown at J. Calvert Farms. The family farm was established in 1998 by Jeremy Calvert, who began farming while still...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Cullman Erdbeerfest May 6
“Guten Morgen, Fritz, when are you and Frau Ruehl hosting the Erdbeerfest, this year?” I could imagine overhearing such an exchange this morning when I was back among the flowering fruit trees and fiddlehead ferns of the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake in Cullman...
Stone Bridge Farms to host Easter weekend gospel music extravaganza
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms, a picturesque 186-acre property known for its breathtaking landscapes and acclaimed restaurants, is set to host a gospel music-filled Easter “Resurrection Celebration.” The event, titled “He’s Alive,” is scheduled for the weekend of April 8-9, 2023, and promises...
Hanceville Irish Festival returns this Saturday, March 18
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville will host its annual Irish Festival along Commercial Street downtown this Saturday, March 18, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
According to organizer Nolan Bradford, there will be between 35 and 50 vendors, with a wide range of handmade one-of-a-kind items and unique...
Bloomin’ Festival set for April 22-23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the South may be experiencing some of the coldest temperatures of the year, St. Bernard is warming up for the 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair to be held on campus the weekend of April 22-23, 2023.
Artisans are...
Festival of the Cranes returns Jan. 13-15
DECATUR, Ala. – The Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association will host the three-day 2023 Festival of the Cranes event Friday-Sunday, Jan. 13-15, at the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (WNWR) and other venues throughout Decatur.
The refuge center, which is home to Alabama’s largest concentrations of Sandhill...
Holly Pond hosting Christmas celebration this Saturday
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Town of Holly Pond, Holly Pond Civitan Club and Holly Pond Middle School Junior Civitan Club will host the Holly Pond Christmas Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 5-8 p.m. Governors Park behind Holly Pond Town Hall will see...
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman has a calendar packed full of holly and jolly Christmas events throughout the county this weekend and into next week.
Thursday, Dec. 1
Senior Night at Sportsman Lake
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Seniors 60 and older get in free at the 20th Annual Sportsman Lake Park...
Hanceville Civitan Club hosts 6th annual Tinsel Trail and Tree Lighting
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The sixth annual Hanceville Civitan Club Tinsel Trail and Tree Lighting Ceremony took place Saturday at Veterans Park. Nearly 50 Christmas displays made by local businesses and individuals now line the park walkway around the pond. The displays and tree will...
Sportsman Lake Winter Wonderland adds 40 foot Santa display for 20th anniversary
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation saved the announcement of a big surprise for the ribbon cutting of the 20th annual Winter Wonderland at Sportsman Lake Park on Friday, Nov. 18.
Visitors did not have to wait long for the announcement. The 40...
Rock the South expanding to 3-day festival in 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just a few months removed from Rock the South 2022, festival partner Shane Quick on Friday announced that next year’s event will be the biggest one yet, growing from two days to three.
“Going to three days allows us to continue to...
6th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ celebrates artisans
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School hosted its sixth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival over the weekend. The popular festival featured arts, crafts and music from artists all over the Southeast with unique handmade items for sale.
Guests enjoyed live music from Elnora...
Bernard Blues and BBQ returns Oct. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The sixth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ event hosted by St. Bernard Prep School will take place Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29-30, on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School.
The popular festival will feature arts, crafts and music from...
Mud Creek Marching Festival returns this Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville High School will host the 31st annual Mud Creek Marching Festival Saturday, Oct. 22, when over 30 high school bands will compete. The University of North Alabama marching band and Hanceville High School marching band will close the festival with...
‘This is cool stuff!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Giving visitors a glimpse into 1930s and 40s farm life, Peinhardt Living History Farm opened its gates Saturday and Sunday for its annual Farm Day event – this year spread over two days instead of one – for the first time...
Greens and Beans Bluegrass Festival a hit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) hosted its first Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival at Depot Park Friday, with featured musicians Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Barefoot Nellie and Cottonmouth Creek. The park was filled with spectators.
In addition to music, the festival had...
Hanceville festival spotlights downtown
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Under a clear sky and with fall perfect temperatures, Hanceville welcomed people from near and far to the 12th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival along Commercial Street Saturday.
The arts and crafts event in historic downtown Hanceville was created to...
Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) will host the inaugural Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival at Depot Park Friday, Oct. 14, from 5-10 p.m., featuring bluegrass artists Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Barefoot Nellie and Cottonmouth Creek.
CDMA President Judith Caples previously told The...
Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival returns Oct. 15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville is bringing back its popular Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, Oct. 15, along Commercial Street in downtown Hanceville from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The arts and craft show is scheduled before the Mud Creek Marching Festival competition this year...
Family fun returns with the Cullman County Fair Oct. 6-15
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair, a premier county event recognized throughout the region as one of the South’s best, returns Thursday evening, Oct. 6, at 5 p.m. with its opening ceremony. The fair is officially a “senior citizen,” celebrating its 68th year...
Wrapping up Oktoberfest 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - Oktoberfest 2022 kicked off its final day Saturday with the 5K/10K and wrapped up almost 16 hours later with Chase Wright closing out the German heritage festival.
Downtown Cullman saw Oktoberfest celebrants arriving in the early morning to participate in the races....
Senior Day at Oktoberfest 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism pulled out all the stops Thursday morning and early afternoon for area elders at Oktoberfest Senior Day, celebrated at the Festhalle. With wooden tables and folding chairs filling the outdoor event space during the cool...
Keg tapped, opening Oktoberfest 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the biergarten opening Thursday afternoon, polka party band Polkawagen put the crowd in the mood for Oktoberfest 2022, which officially got started with the opening ceremonies and tapping of the keg. The early evening saw the crowning of Miss Oktoberfest...
Eva holds 33rd Annual Eva Frontier Days celebration
EVA, Ala. - The town of Eva concluded its 33rd annual Eva Frontier Days celebration Saturday. The weeklong festivities began with a beauty pageant last Saturday, the annual hayride Tuesday, a community singing event Thursday and Music on the Square Friday, leading into the...
Meet this year’s Burgermeister: Goat Island’s Mike Mullaney
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mike Mullaney spent his childhood on a bicycle traipsing around the roads of Cullman at all hours with his friends. A few years later, as a Cullman High School student, Mullaney and those friends spent weekends hiking and camping in Bankhead...
For the community: Chambers holds 2nd annual fall festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - Chambers Farm and Garden Supply held its second annual fall festival Saturday, continuing its effort to bring the community and its customers together.
Judy Snead of Snead’s Farmhouse was an organizer of the event, which had a strong turnout for its first...
Make plans for Oktoberfest!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cooler mornings and the arrival of red spider lilies in Cullman foreshadow the arrival of the annual Oktoberfest celebration which begins Saturday, Sept. 24 this year and ends Saturday, Oct. 1, mimicking the September dates of the event in Munich where...
Sweet turnout at SugarFest in Arab
ARAB, Ala. – More than 170 craft vendors displayed their wares Saturday at Arab’s annual SugarFest. The all-day, sweet-themed festival at Arab City Park also saw 23 food trucks, live music, plenty of kids’ activities, the Sugar Rush 5K and the Miss SugarFest Pageant.
Festivalgoers...
Peinhardt Farm Days returning in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each fall, Cullman’s Peinhardt Living History Farm opens its gates to the public for a hands-on farm experience from the 1930s and 1940s. After being canceled the last two years because of the pandemic, the popular festival is back – and...
Inaugural Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival Sept. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) will host the inaugural Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival at Depot Park Friday, Sept. 9, from 5-10 p.m., featuring bluegrass artists Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Barefoot Nellie and Cottonmouth Creek.
The CDMA is a nonprofit organization established...
26th annual Sweet Tater Festival Sept. 4-5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s signature agricultural Labor Day event, the Sweet Tater Festival, will welcome folks from near and far Labor Day weekend. The two-day event, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 4 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 5 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., will...
Multi-department Rock the South debriefing held
Updated 8/17/22
CULLMAN, Ala. - A multi-department Rock the South (RTS) debriefing was held Monday morning, with representatives from local and statewide law enforcement, emergency medical services and emergency management agencies ready to hash out what went well and identify areas for improvement going forward...
2nd Fridays come to a close for 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – The August edition of 2nd Fridays, hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman Downtown Merchants Association and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST), closed out this year’s series of events Friday evening. With thousands of visitors filling First...
Local veterans attend Rock the South, safe and protected
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rock the South is an exhilarating event for most who attend, an electrifying two days of basking in the best of country music with tens of thousands of fans who feel the same way. However, for those who spent endless days...
Rock the South: Law enforcement, EMS update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The first day of Rock the South saw more than 60,000 attendees from all over the country, six musical acts, some heat-related medical incidents and a handful of arrests.
Cullman Assistant Police Chief David Nassetta said, unofficially, that emergency medical personnel were...
Parking and rideshare options for Rock the South
The gate to Rock the South will open in less than 24 hours and now is the time to map out a parking plan or consider a ridesharing service. Parking will begin at noon on both Friday and Saturday and handicap assessable parking will...
‘We’ve got to go back to what small communities used to be’
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont Schools will host their annual back-to-school event, the second annual Freedom Fest, on school grounds Friday, Aug. 5 from 5-8 p.m. The free event will include food, school supplies, inflatables, face painting, games, live music and a car show. Teachers,...
‘Lord, it’s hot out here, but I’m having the time of my life!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The excessive heat advisory did not sway the masses who attended 2nd Fridays this past Friday evening. Despite a heat index of 100 degrees, the crowds were out in force to enjoy the second incarnation of this summertime’s event hosted by...
Honoring our nation’s freedom
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - As the drizzling rain came to an end, Garden City and Hanceville families came out to celebrate the nation’s independence Sunday evening with food, inflatable slides, a mechanical bull and, of course, fireworks.
Garden City Mayor Tim Eskew said, “Being one...
South Vinemont’s 1st fireworks celebration delivers big bang
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – Expecting 100 people at the most, the town of South Vinemont welcomed hundreds more to its innaugural Fourth of July fireworks event Sunday evening.
“We didn’t reckon there’d be this many people here since it’s the first time, but I’m...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office details traffic management at Smith Lake Park for 4th of July festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park today, July 4, 2022.
“After the fireworks display has ended, traffic will be one way for outgoing traffic out of the park...
Smith Lake Park Fourth of July Fireworks Festival celebrating 50th anniversary
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation’s Smith Lake Park 4th of July Fireworks Festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Monday. To celebrate, admission to the event will be free for everyone. Free to join activities, games, and contests will be...
Smith Lake Park celebrates 50 years with Memorial Day Festival
Saturday marked a very special day at Smith Lake Park as crowds poured in to help honor the countless men and women that have sacrificed for our country and celebrate the park’s 50th anniversary with this year’s Memorial Day Festival. There were arts and...
83rd Annual Cullman Strawberry Festival has record number of attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Strawberry Festival on Saturday, May 7 was packed with people looking to buy farm fresh strawberries and enjoy the many festivities. Farmers began selling produce at 7:00 a.m. and most were sold out by the middle of the day,...
5th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ sees another successful year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 5th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ took place Sat-Sun, Oct. 30-31. Friends of Saint Bernard, along with faculty, staff and students, braved the cold rain on Saturday to support the works of talented artist and craftsmen from across the Southeastern...
Country music superstar Morgan Wallen to headline Pepsi Rock The South 2022 with biggest lineup for festival yet
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “Biggest Party in the South” is back on August 5 and 6, 2022 – with an incredible lineup of musicians that fans can look forward to hearing live in Cullman, Alabama.
Organizers of Pepsi Rock the South Driven by Mitch Smith...
Dirty Dawg Pet Spa & Rescue attends Howl-o-ween in downtown Cullman (Updated)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dirty Dawg Pet Spa & Rescue gathered beside the local Busy Bee Café and set up their tent to participate in the pet-friendly Howl-O-Ween event Saturday evening. While the festivities had a bit of a slow start due to the weather,...
October 2021 events you won’t want to miss
CULLMAN, Ala. - This October, there are loads of activities for friends and family of all ages throughout Cullman. As most know, October ushers in the series of months that contain the most holidays for the year. From October 1st – January 1st, there...
Cullman’s Oktoberfest starts Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Thursday evening, Cullman will kick off its 40th Oktoberfest at the Festhalle, tapping the kegs, striking up the band and kicking off the city’s biggest celebration. But what is Oktoberfest, and why does Cullman observe it?
On Oct. 12, 1510, the...
Chambers 1st Annual Fall Festival has strong first-time turnout
CULLMAN, Ala. - Chambers Farm & Garden Supply held their 1st Annual Fall Festival Saturday with over 50 total vendors present. The event saw a steady stream of attendees from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
First-time vendor Adeline Dinehart featured her business, Hart Designs, which...
Hanceville Music Fest features popular country band Confederate Railroad as headliner for Saturday event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A small but lively crowd came out to Hanceville’s Veterans Park Saturday night to enjoy the Hanceville Music Fest featuring country rock band Confederate Railroad. Many of those in attendance travelled from neighboring states to see the show despite threatening skies....
Arab’s 2nd Annual Sugarfest sees great weather and huge turnout
ARAB, Ala. - The 2nd Annual Sugarfest was held Saturday, Sept. 4 at Arab City Park. The festival kicked off at 8 a.m. and lasted until 10 p.m., with many events including the Sugar Rush 5K, Cornhole Tournament, Sugar High Rides and Amusements, Sweetie...
