Moulton’s strawberry festival set for May 1-2

MOULTON - The highly anticipated 2026 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 eleventh year, the Strawberry Festival is set for May 1-2 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 a kickball tournament, variety of art and craft vendors, food vendors/trucks, live performances and strawberry-themed treats. Bring the little ones as there will be entertainment geared especially to children such as free inflatables, pony rides, carnival rides, bungee jump and a petting zoo.
 In addition to these activities, Saturday’s lineup includes a classic car show, cornhole tournament and mud volleyball. 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.
 Festival goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs as ongoing live music fills the air both days. Featured entertainment includes Tremayne, Alli Bess Chenault, Josie Jones and Southern Breeze on Friday and Saturday’s lineup consists of Danielle Hargrove, Maggie Shelton, Ivy Grace Johnson, Jasper Max, Jamacia Fire, The Kellys, The Ray Sparks Band, Sipsey Falls and Liberty Quartet. 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 7 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. All activities take place at the Moulton Recreation Center located at 13550 Court Street in Moulton unless otherwise noted. Admission is $1/person. For more information, visit www.strawberryfestivallawrencecountyal.com/, follow the event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/StrawberryFestivalMoulton or contact Event Director Stan Johnson at 256.566.4410.