Check out these fun April festivals in North Alabama!
Bloomin' Festival
The 42nd Annual Bloomin’ Festival returns April 18-19 at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School in Cullman. This beloved outdoor event features more than 150 artists and craftsmen from across the Southeast showcasing handmade goods including pottery, paintings, furniture, metalwork and more. Visitors can enjoy festival food, live demonstrations and family-friendly entertainment while browsing unique arts and crafts in a beautiful setting. The festival runs 9am-4pm each day, rain or shine, with admission $10 for adults and free for children 12 & under. Click the button to read more and make plans to attend!
Alabama Strawberry Festival
The Alabama Strawberry Festival returns to downtown Cullman April 24-25, celebrating the town’s long agricultural tradition with two days of family-friendly fun, live music and plenty of fresh, locally grown strawberries. Held at Depot Park and Festhalle Marketplatz, the festival features concerts, artisan vendors, strawberry-themed treats, a kids’ area and fun activities including a doggie pawgeant and baking contest. Now in its 87th year, this beloved event is Alabama’s longest-running strawberry festival. Hours are 11am-9pm. Friday, April 24 and 10am-9pm. Saturday, April 25 at the Festhalle Farmers Market and Depot Park located at 309 1st Avenue NE in downtown Cullman. For more information, visit www.alabamastrawberryfest.com or call 256-798-2325.
Art on the Lake
Artists and crafters from across the southeastern United States will make their way to Guntersville April 18-19 (10am-5pm Saturday and 10-4pm Sunday) to display their works of art and unique creations. Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, Art on the Lake features the works of over 80 fine artists and craftsmen, and along with arts and crafts, you'll be treated to food vendors, outdoor games and rides, and a bakeshop. Admission: $3.
Panoply Arts Festival
Art, music, and creativity come together in a big way at Panoply Arts Festival, returning to downtown Huntsville’s Big Spring Park April 24–26, 2026. Now in its 44th year, this three-day celebration transforms the park into a vibrant hub filled with live performances, interactive art experiences, and one-of-a-kind shopping.
More than 15 bands will take the stage throughout the weekend, including Friday night headliner Jazz McKenzie, Saturday’s soulful Otis Walker Band, and Sunday closer Double Barrel. Beyond the music, visitors can explore the juried Art Marketplace featuring over 100 artists, enjoy hands-on activities in STEAM Street and Creativity Corner, and browse student artwork from across Madison County.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for a full day of entertainment—plus don’t miss the fireworks lighting up the sky on Friday and Saturday nights. Food, craft beer, and wine vendors will also be on-site serving up festival favorites.
Weekend passes are available online, with single-day tickets offered at the gate. Kids 12 and under get in free, making this a perfect spring outing for all ages. Get details + tickets: www.artshuntsville.org/event/panoply
