10 Best Country Music Festivals In Alabama

A three-day event Hangout Music Festival is the biggest and most iconic music festival in Alabama.

The event became one of the most popular destinations for music enthusiasts across the country.

The festival was founded by A.J. Niland, Shaul Zislin, and Lilly Zislin in November 2009. It typically occurs on the third weekend in May and features a wide range of artists from different musical genres such as hip-hop, rock, pop, electronic, and more.

Notable artists have performed several times at this festival, including Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Stevie Wonder, Lana Del Rey, Paul Simon, Foo Fighters, OutKast, Mumford & Sons, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, etc.

More than just music, the event provides several activities and attractions for the audience. Attendees can enjoy beach volleyball, a full-size roller rink, hammocks, a main stage in the ground pool, food, and DJs.

The Hangout Music Festival was held from May 19 to 21, 2023. Several lineups performed at the events, and they are listed below:

• Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Lil Nas X
• SZA
• Calvin Harris
• Flume
• Skrillex
• Paramore
• The Kid LAROI

Rock The South is an annual country music festival. It is held in Cullman, Alabama, each summer.

It is a three-day event that showcases a lineup of popular country artists. The event gained more popularity and attracted a large number of people from different parts of the country.

Audio recording devices, fireworks or explosives, chains or chain wallets, flags, laser pointers, outside food or beverage, pets, tents, umbrellas, professional cameras, wagons, video cameras, guns, knives, etc. are not allowed at the event.

Rock the South 2023 was held on July 20, 21, and 22, 2023.

Chris Stapleton headlined the event, and the main acts included Zach Bryan, Cody Johnson, and Riley Green.

The prices of tickets to the events were divided into different categories, such as General Admission, VIP, Front Porch, and country club.

An annual event, the Wilson Pickett Music and Arts Festival, is held at Pratt Park in Downtown Prattville, Alabama.

In addition to music, this festival offers various facilities to visitors.

The event features an entertainment stage, activities for children, food vendors, and an artist village where local and regional artists from a variety of media present their artwork.

Examples of these media are literary arts, painting, music, sculpture, traditional art, folk art, fiber arts, and more. Monetary awards will be presented in each of five categories:

1. Two-dimensional
2. Three-dimensional
3. Traditional
4. People’s choice
5. Best of Show

For further details, you can call the Special Events office at 334-595-0850.

The headquarters of the Buttahatchee River Fall Festival is at PO Box 1168, Hamilton, Alabama, 35570, United States. It is a one-day event.

Hosted by the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce, this event offers free family fun such as arts and crafts, a civil war reenactment, live music, a kid's area, a motorcycle and car show, and many more.

To keep the attendees entertained, there will be children's activities and live music throughout the day. Shoppers can also indulge in shopping as local merchants offer special sales.

Art and craft vendors will showcase a range of items, including gourd art, traditional folk pottery, birdhouses, glass and handmade jewelry, and ironworks.

This event is suitable for families because it offers free admission and ensures fun and enjoyable experiences for the whole family.

Opelika Songwriters Festival is a festival in Opelika, Alabama, that was produced by The Sound Wall and Russell Carter Artist Management.

The festival attracts music enthusiasts from around the Southeast. More than 40 singers and songwriters will come and perform in Alabama on October 5 to 8, 2023.

Some lineups for the 2023 Opelika Songwriters Festival are listed below:

1. Toad the Wet Sprocket
2. 10,000 Maniacs
3. Drivin N Cryin
4. Shawn Mullins
5. David Ryan Harris
6. Ruthie Foster
7. Kevin Kinney
8. Sarah Lee Guthrie
9. Charlie Mars
10. Dan Navarro

Besides music, this event is perfect for people to enjoy combining music, sports, and relaxation at a top-tier spa facility.

Tickets

Tickets are on sale for the Opelika Songwriters Festival:

• Weekend Pass - $130
• VIP Weekend Pass - $375
• Friday Day Pass Only - $55
• Saturday Day Pass Only - $95
• Sunday Day Pass Only - $30
• Thursday Night Cocktail Dinner - $125
• Workshops - $25

The Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival will be scheduled for November 9 to 19, 2023. It is an eleven-day festival.

The event will be held on the Florida or Alabama Gulf Coast. This will feature nationally and locally recognized songwriters and musicians.

The festival's main objectives are to positively impact the lives of youth and foster creativity through music. It has the aim of making the world better by uniting people through the universal language of music.

Grammy Award winners and upcoming, talented artists will perform on the stage of the Festival.

This event is an opportunity for both experienced and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to get a chance to share their songs.

WhistleStop is an extraordinary and exciting community event. This festival features various offers for visitors, such as music, arts, craft beer, food, wine, etc.

This event is a great opportunity for the community to do things they love, such as spending time together, smelling and tasting the barbecue, and simply having a good time.

If the visitors don't like barbecues, they can still come to the event with an empty stomach. There will be food trucks, which may offer a variety of menu options, including vegan offerings.

This event is kid-friendly, as it provides opportunities for the little ones to enjoy the event. Children from ages 8 to 14 can participate in the Kid’s Q cooking competition.

Visit whistlestopweekend.com to get further details about the festival.

An Outdoor event, the Hank Williams Festival is annually conducted at the location of Hank's Boyhood Home and Museum in Georgina, Alabama.

In addition to fantastic entertainment, the festival features arts & crafts, as well as a food court. The Hank Williams Festival 2024 will be held from May 31 to June 1.

Ticket Prices

The ticket prices for the events are as follows:

• Saturday, June 3 - $40
• Friday, June 2 - $20
• Weekend Advance Ticket - $50

Lineup

Artists scheduled for Saturday's lineup for 2024 are listed below:

• Chris Cagle
• Starla Jones
• Jason Petty
• Mary McDonald
• New Vision
• Edward Johannsen
• The Band "Flashback"

Additional Saturday artists are:

• Mary Battiata
• Morgan Brown
• Terry Smith
• Colon Leatherwood
• Jeff Raybren
• The Bush Family
• Mason Ramsey

Rakkos Revival Music & Arts Gathering is all about music, multimedia artwork, and unity.

The main stage hosts a diverse range of performances, while the other stages feature DJs and smaller acoustic acts.

Attendees can enjoy various activities in addition to music and art, such as rock climbing, hiking, and even glass-blowing. The event attracts people from all around the United States and also creates unforgettable and unique experiences.

The Bob Sykes BBQ & Blues Festival will combine the finest blue music with the renowned Bob Sykes BBQ at the beautiful DeBardeleben Park located in Alabama.

In addition to great music, this festival offers a variety of booths, such as outdoor exhibits, arts and crafts, and a diverse range of vendors.

You can purchase General admission tickets at www.bobsykesblues.com, or you can visit Bob Sykes Bar & Q Restaurant. The gates will be opened at 11 in the morning.