Red Bay Founder’s Fest 2025
A one-day tribute to a town’s heritage has visitors headed to Red Bay in September for a day of free family fun. Situated under the shade trees of Bay Tree Park, the annual Red Bay Founder’s Fest is set for Saturday, September 27, 2025 with contests, sidewalk sales and live music.
Festival Kick Off
The day-long event kicks off with the Queen’s Train Ride at 8:30 a.m. from Red Bay High School.
Activities
Live music cranks up at 9 a.m. as well as a variety of contests for festival-goers to participate in, including quilt, coloring, and photography contests. A contest to see who has the best fried pie gets underway at 11:00 a.m.
In addition to live music and contests, the Festival also features arts and crafts, and an antique car-truck-motorcycle-tractor show. The Red Bay Museum will be open for tours, and many of the merchants will offer sidewalk sales, specials and door prizes throughout the day. A variety of delicious festival food will be available.
Giveaways & Prizes
An annual crowd favorite are the Founder’s Fest giveaways. Prizes will be awarded to the largest family, longest distance traveled to the event, and youngest and oldest attendees.
Admission:
Free
When:
Saturday, September 27, 2025
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where:
Bay Tree Park
5th Ave SE
Red Bay, AL 35582
Bay Tree Park is located between 2nd and 3rd Streets, along 4th Avenue SE in Downtown Red Bay.
For additional information:
Visit the City of Red Bay or their social pages.
