Alapark Events
Park: DeSoto
DeSoto State Park's Annual Independence Day Events
When: 07/03/2026 at 06:30 PMParticipate in the flag making contest & eat ice cream at the annual ice cream social
Park: Monte Sano
Silent Fireworks: Guided Glow Night Hike
When: 07/03/2026 at 08:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Main Hikers Parking Lot
Glow sticks and UV lights for each group!
Park: Chewacla
Firefly Fiesta
When: 07/03/2026 at 08:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Join us at Chewacla to learn more about our fireflies and watch them glow in the dark!
Fees may apply.
Park: Lake Guntersville
Junior Ranger 101
When: 07/03/2026 at 05:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom
Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to become an Alabama State Parks Junior Ranger! Fees may apply.
Park: Monte Sano
Botany with Bartram: Junior Ranger Edition
When: 07/03/2026 at 03:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Calling All Junior Rangers!
Park: Cheaha
Campfire Talk: Our Independence Day
When: 07/03/2026 at 06:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Upper Improved Campground
Join us for different topics throughout the summer! Click each date to read more about what we'll be talking about!
Fees may apply.
Park: Oak Mountain
Fire on the Water, Fireworks Show
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Oak Mountain State Park, Double Oak Lake
Join us for the City of Pelham's Annual Fireworks Show here at Oak Mountain State Park on Friday, July 3rd!
Fees may apply.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina
Let's go Fishing
Park: Gulf
Angler Academy July 3, 7am
When: 07/03/2026 at 07:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table
Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! Includes lesson, gear, and pier fishing time.
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Little Park Pals: SHARKS!
When: 07/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Grab your young water lover and come learn about the world of Sharks!
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!
Park: Gulf
Stars and Stripes Celebration
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Celebrate Independence weekend with food trucks, art vendors, live music, a patriotic parade, and fireworks!
Park: Gulf
Patriotic Parade 2026
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Decorate your bikes and dress up your pets in red, white, and blue for America’s 250th birthday at Lake Shelby!
Park: Gulf
Call for Art Vendors for Stars & Stripes Celebration July 3rd & 4th
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Calling for Art Vendors to participate in our Celebration of Stars and Stripes! This is a 2-day event.
Park: Rickwood Caverns
4th of July Cavern Glow!
When: 07/04/2026 at 11:00 AMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Enjoy a glowstick tour through the cave for the 4th of July!
Fees may apply.