Buttahatchee River Fall Fest
October 25, 2025
9:00am until 3:00pm
Hosted by the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce, this family-friendly festival is held every last Saturday in October in downtown Hamilton, Alabama. Enjoy a full day of arts and crafts, food, live music, classic cars, motorcycles, and all types of vendors!
Festival highlights include handmade folk art, jewelry, pottery, and more. The always impressive Car Show supports local children in need. Named after the scenic Buttahatchee River that winds through our town, this event celebrates our local heritage, community spirit, and Southern charm.
Downtown Hamilton, AL
Stage Entertainment Lineup
9:00 am First Street Worship
10:00 am Chris Williams
11:00 am Connor and Cassie Nix
12:00 pm Joseph Baldwin
1:00 pm Dixie Heart
2:00 pm Colie Guy
Court Square
Entertainment Lineup
9:45 am JV Dancers
10:45 am Elite Dancers
2:00 pm Bama Dancers
Festival Rules & Regulations
Approval & Selection: All applications are reviewed by the selection committee to ensure quality and community standards. This is not a juried arts festival. The Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce and Buttahatchee River Fall Fest reserve the right to refuse any application. Acceptance/rejection will be communicated by Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Payments:
No personal checks accepted.
Accepted forms: money orders, cashier’s checks, credit/debit cards, Venmo, Paypal, or online (via our website).
A $25 late fee applies after Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Late registration is subject to booth availability.
No Refunds: No refunds after Wednesday, October 22, 2025 or due to inclement weather. The event is rain or shine.
Prohibited Items:
No animal sales
No weapons (including toy guns)
No items with obscenities or inappropriate content
Location & Weather:
Outdoor event in downtown Hamilton.
Vendors are responsible for weather preparedness.
Set-Up Times:
Friday, October 24: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 25: 6:00–8:00 a.m.
Unload, move and park vehicle, then set up.
All vendor vehicles must be moved NO LATER THAN 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
Check-In & Booth Assignment:
Upon arrival, check in at the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce booth (corner of 1st St SW and 1st Ave SW) to receive your booth assignment, information, and Certificate of Participation, which must be displayed during the event.
Booth Regulations:
No early takedown – booths must remain up until 3:00 p.m. Saturday. Early takedown will result in disqualification from future events.
Limited electricity available on a first-come, first-served basis. Vendors must bring their own cords and tape for securing them safely.
General Vendor Registration
The Buttahatchee River Fall Fest Car Show is a beloved part of our annual downtown celebration in Hamilton, Alabama. This classic and antique car showcase draws auto enthusiasts from all around. From vintage trucks to restored classics, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. All proceeds from the show go to support local children in need—making it more than just a car show, but a way to give back to our community.