Annual Catfish Festival in Scottboro
Held along the banks of Lake Guntersville in Scottsboro, the annual Catfish Festival celebrates one of America’s favorite outdoor activities – fishing for catfish. Recognized by Bon Appétit Appalachia as a great hometown family, food & fun festival, this annual event includes fried catfish plates, an arts & crafts show, car, truck & motorcycle show, and more.
Festival Activities:
Vendors: Arts, Craft & Jewelry
Cruise-In: Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show
Food Vendors: Hamburgers, Hot dogs, Nachos, Fried Pies, Lemonade, Funnel Cakes
Catfish plates: $12.00, begins at noon
Free Activities for Kids: Free fishing, inflatables, pony rides, inflatables, train rides, and more
When:
Saturday, May 16, 2026
begins at 8 a.m.
Rain or shine event
Where:
Jackson County Park
2302 County Park Rd
Scottsboro, AL 35769
For additional information:
Check out Visit Jackson County or Jackson County Park and Marina.
