Alapark Events
Park: Blue Springs
Autumn Fairy Homes & Forest Friends
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3
Unleash your creativity! Create autumn themed Leave No Trace fairy houses AND build fairies with us!
Park: Oak Mountain
Appalachian Heritage Series: Quilting for Beginners
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn the basics of quilting!
Park: Cheaha
Creepy Critter Trivia
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
Show off your knowledge of all things creepy crawly!
Park: DeSoto
Watercolors for Beginners- Autumn Brushstrokes
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMDiscover the beauty of native wildflowers through the art of watercolor in this beginner-friendly class.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Wind Creek
Pumpkin Carving Tutorial
When: 10/04/2026 at 12:00 PMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Learn how to carve a pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
October Occurrences
When: 10/04/2026 at 01:30 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Find out what seasonal changes October has to offer in this introductory phenology hike for all ages along Karst Trail.
Park: Oak Mountain
Appalachian Heritage Series: Corn Husk Dolls
When: 10/04/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn the art of making corn husk dolls!
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/06/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!
Park: Lakepoint
Birds and Flight
When: 10/08/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Marina
Explore bird flight, learn the forces of flight, and build paper airplanes to see physics in action!
Park: DeSoto
Park Explorer Adventure Series: Snake Tales
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Learn about the different snake species of NE Alabama, both venomous and nonvenomous.
Park: Gulf
Little Park Pals: Alligator Adventures
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Meet our baby alligators and discover fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures that call our park home!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Explore Joe Wheeler State Park and experience the wilds of nature with hands-on learning led by the Park Naturalist!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Carnivores
When: 10/08/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
Prowl into the world of predators as you learn about carnivores in this month’s homeschool program!
Fees may apply.