MOULTON – The highly anticipated Strawberry Festival in Moulton is set to return in May, bringing two fun-filled days of delicious treats, live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Now in its 10th year, the festival is set for May 2-3 with activities taking place at the Moulton Recreation Center.
From sweet strawberry treats to unique arts and crafts, there’s something for everyone at this celebration of all things strawberry. Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities, including agricultural displays, a K-9 show, classic car/truck/motorcycle show, antique tractor show, variety of art and craft vendors, food vendors/trucks, live performances and strawberry-themed treats.
Trail Life USA Troop AL-0356 and AHG Troop AL-0256 will host a Strawberry Car Derby both days from noon to 2 p.m. More information and official race rules can be found here. Bring the little ones as there will be entertainment geared especially to children such as free inflatables and a petting zoo.
In addition to these activities, the May 3 lineup includes a cornhole tournament, the Little Miss Strawberry Beauty Pageant, a fishing derby, a bicycle parade and tours of LouAllen Farms strawberry patch, all beginning at 9 a.m., and a meet and greet and special presentation by the Auburn University Raptor Center slated for 10 a.m.
Mouthwatering strawberries, the highlight of the two-day event, will be available to purchase and organizers suggest arriving early to purchase the berries before supplies run out. Farmers will be on hand to offer tips and suggestions for storing and preparing.
Festivalgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs as ongoing live music fills the air both days. Featured entertainment includes Tremayne May 2 with a spectacular fireworks show wrapping up the day’s activities at 9 p.m. The May 3 lineup consists of The Kellys, The Ray Sparks Band, Cherry Lane, Phil & McKayla Stacey and The Flashbacks. The festival also showcases gospel groups, bands and dance teams from local high schools and rising stars from across the county.
Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. May 2 and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 3. All activities are at the Moulton Recreation Center, 13550 Court St., unless otherwise noted. Admission is free.
For more information, visit the event on Facebook or contact Event Director Stan Johnson at 256-566-4410.
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