Syrup Sopping Day at Loachapoka
(Pioneer Day at Loachapoka)
For the past 50+ years, during the month of October, the small town of Loachapoka, Alabama, welcomes approximately 10,000 visitors to the annual Syrup Sopping Festival at Pioneer Park on the grounds of the Lee County Historical Society. On this day, visitors take a step back in time to the late 1800’s – early 1900’s as they tour historical buildings while taking in historical displays and reenactments and observe numerous historical demonstrations such as sugar cane milling, syrup making, quilting, and blacksmithing. In addition, there is also live music, great food, arts & crafts, and other vendors.
Food:
The festival officially starts at 8 a.m., but many folks arrive early to purchase the museum’s famous sweet potato and sausage biscuits for breakfast. Additional festival food favorites include: sweet potato fritters, open-fire cooked camp stew, collard greens, pinto beans, with corn muffins, and of course, boiled peanuts! In addition to the food sold at the museum cookhouse, food vendors offer barbecue, polish sausages, hot dogs, ice cream, kettle corn, fried pies, and many other tasty treats.
Vendors:
Visitors also enjoy a variety of arts and crasfts such as hand-made pottery, an original painting or photograph, basket, jewelry, wood craft, leather craft, candles, soaps, and numerous other items. There are also vendors showcasing other services such as home improvements, self-help, health information and many other things.
Admission:
Free and open to the public.
When:
Saturday, October 25, 2025
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where:
Pioneer Park
6500 Stage Road
Loachapoka, AL
For additional information:
Visit Pioneer Park’s Facebook page or the Lee County Historical Society.
