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August Events
Below are some of the events that have been submitted for August. This list is subject to change as more events are added so we invite to check back often to see what is going on in Athens and Limestone County.
August 5, 2022 -- Singing on the Square with the Dustin Young Band. Concert begins at 7pm till 9pm on the Courthouse Steps at the Downtown Square. This is a FREE event however, donations are encouraged! Marion Street will be closed between Washington and Market to allow for guests to bring their own folding chair to sit in. Food trucks will be available as well as the local restaurants. Rain location will be at the Vietnam Veterans Building of America, @ 17915 West Elm Street. *PLEASE NOTE : THERE WILL BE NO PARKING ON THE CLOSED OFF PORTION OF MARION STREET DURING THE CONCERT.
Aug 6, 2022 -- Coffee Call Veterans of all wars and their families are invited for breakfast and fellowship from 8:00AM-9:30AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archive (100 West Pryor Street in Athens). 256-771-7578
Aug 6, 2022 – Play Outside Day Families everywhere are encouraged to get outside the first Saturday of every month and play in public parks, enjoy trails, hit the waterways, explore greenspaces and just play! Limestone County offers over 20 trails to explore including walking, cycling, horseback riding and kayaking – perfect for all ages. For more information: 256-232-5411
Aug 18 2022 -- Yesterdays Senior Lunch Matinee Southern Splendor Chorus. $15.00 per person -- includes meal and and show. Individuals and Groups welcome. Bus parking available. No show and cancellation fees may apply. For more information or to RSVP required -- email for more information email info@yesterdaysevents.com.
Aug 20, 2022 -- Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival at John Barnes Park (Hamlett Street in Ardmore, TN) from 9:00AM-4:00PM with arts and crafts and small business vendors, crape myrtle sale, food trucks, entertainment and more. More info here
Aug 6, 2022 -- Coffee Call Veterans of all wars and their families are invited for breakfast and fellowship from 8:00AM-9:30AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archive (100 West Pryor Street in Athens). 256-771-7578
Aug 6, 2022 – Play Outside Day Families everywhere are encouraged to get outside the first Saturday of every month and play in public parks, enjoy trails, hit the waterways, explore greenspaces and just play! Limestone County offers over 20 trails to explore including walking, cycling, horseback riding and kayaking – perfect for all ages. For more information: 256-232-5411
Aug 18 2022 -- Yesterdays Senior Lunch Matinee Southern Splendor Chorus. $15.00 per person -- includes meal and and show. Individuals and Groups welcome. Bus parking available. No show and cancellation fees may apply. For more information or to RSVP required -- email for more information email info@yesterdaysevents.com.
Aug 20, 2022 -- Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival at John Barnes Park (Hamlett Street in Ardmore, TN) from 9:00AM-4:00PM with arts and crafts and small business vendors, crape myrtle sale, food trucks, entertainment and more. More info here
Tentative Events - August 2022
The below events normally occur within the month of August but have not announced any information regarding events as so far
The below events normally occur within the month of August but have not announced any information regarding events as so far
Aug 6, 2022 -- Yesterdays Event Center. “60’s Beach Party” Early Dinner Show. Featuring “The DJ’s & Friends” Saturday evenings, all tickets $25 each includes reserved seating, complete dinner, show, unlimited soft drinks, and free parking. Doors open 5pm, program including dinner 5:30pm, showtime 6:30pm, 90 minute show. E-mail reservations required in advance.
Aug 2022 -- Vietnam Veterans Spaghetti Lunch (17915 W Elm St, Athens). Lunch is 11:00AM-1:00PM meal includes Spaghetti, Texas toast, salad or coleslaw, dessert and a beverage for $8.00. Eat in or take out. All proceeds go to High School Scholarship. Delivery available within the City Limits.
Aug 2022 -- Vietnam Veterans Spaghetti Dinner (17915 W Elm St, Athens). inner is 5:00PM-7:00PM. Meal includes Spaghetti, Texas toast, salad or coleslaw, dessert and a beverage for $8.00. Eat in or take out. Shady Grady One Man Band performs at the dinner time. All proceeds go to High School Scholarship. Delivery available within the City Limits.
Aug 2022 -- Swing Through 5K at Calhoun Community College (6250 U.S. Highway 31S in Tanner, AL) benefiting the Physical Therapy Program on a flat, fast, and certified course. Race beings at 8:00AM in front of the Allied Health Building on the north end of campus. Race Day Registration from 6:30AM-7:30AM at the Calhoun Community College Health Science Building.
Aug 2022 -- Cruise In on the Square-August in downtown Athens around the Limestone County Courthouse - please leave parking on the northside of the square for restaurant patrons. Free and open to the public. Starts at 6:00PM; all makes, all models of cars, trucks and motorcycles; no judging.
Aug 2022 -- Fridays After Five in downtown Athens AL with Athens Main Street who invites you to join them from 5:00PM-8:00PM for the last gathering of the season. Come peruse the shops open late just for you, enjoy food and drink at local eateries or one of several food trucks, and just come hang out with family and friends as the evening unfolds.
Aug 2022 -- Athens Saturday Market is a state-certified farmers market. Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, music, art, and crafts at the Green Street pavilion (409 West Green Street in Athens) from 8:00AM to 12:00PM. athensmainstreet.org
Aug 2022 -- Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days at at the Show Grounds (TBA) with gates open at 7:00AM until ?. All makes, models and years of tractor and farm equipment will be on display and demonstrated. Friday features a tractor ride starting at 10:00AM with registration at 9:00AM-9:30AM. Kids will enjoy activities including a Pedal Pull Competition. Get revved up with the Parade of Power then enjoy the Fast Crank Competitions, Slow Races, Chain in the box and more. Fish Fry on Friday at 5:00PM with live music at 5:30PM. Concessions and vendors too. Admission is $5.00 per car; $5.00 registration for golf carts and UTV's. Info: Mike Hodges 256-206-5926; Allen Dement 256-431-0619; Matt Thomas 256-497-6607; Steve Garner 334-750-2545; Brianne Hargrove 256-431-2880
Aug 2022 -- Annual Elkmont Car Show at Elkmont High School (204 Evans Avenue in Elkmont) from 10:00AM-2:00PM featuring classic muscles, hot rods, rat rods, antique cars, custom trucks and motorcycles with trophies, plaques, and money awards. Concession, door prizes, vendors and live music - so bring your camp chairs. Vehicles registration: $20.00 fee includes admit for 2 people. Spectators are $5.00 each with ages 10 and under enjoying free admission. For more information: Mike Ikard 256-431-0542
Aug 2022 -- Have Fun or Go Home Open Horse Show at Dixon Stables (24390 Bain Road in Athens) starting at 10:00AM. Series membership $20.00 per single member or $25.00 for family membership plus fees per class competition. Recent Negative Coggins Test proof required. For more information, Lisa Musto 256-683-0732
Aug 2022 -- Elkton Charity Car Show benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital brings a variety of makes, models, and customs together at the show grounds (142 Baugh Road in Elkton TN).
Aug 2022 -- Yard Sale Fundraiser with Athens-Limestone Rescue Squad at the station (1401 Freeman Avenue in Athens). Come shop a variety of items - household, furniture, and more. Monies go to benefit the rescue squad. To donate or make inquiries, Call or Text: Mickey Brannan 256-345-2212.
Aug 2022 -- 70's Dance Party at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville) from 8:00PM-11:59PM with music from TBA. Prize for Best Dressed. Packages and Tickets - TBA For more information: 256-247-5461
Aug 2022 -- Ask A Master Gardener at the Athens-Limestone Public Library (603 South Jefferson Street in Athens) from 10:15AM-2:15PM with the Athens-Limestone Master Gardeners. For more information about the Master Gardeners, you can contact them at limestonemg@yahoo.com.
Aug 2022 -- Storybook Ball at the Athens-Limestone Public Library (603 South Jefferson Street in Athens). Details TBA
Aug 2022 -- Eli's Ride & Remember Memorial Cruise starting at TBA with cruise points TBA. This is an opportunity to enjoy a cruise and reflect on the lives of those who have passed on due to cancer, and organizers are excited to make a kid's day by sharing our cool cars and honor the memory of Eli. This is a free event, but donations are appreciated. There is no registration.
Aug 2022 -- Rockin' the River at Joe Wheeler State Park (4401 McLean Drive in Rogersville) Lineup: Back Portch Revival; McTazz Band, Dixie Mafia. Activities include General Joe Wheeler Car Show; Kid's Fun Area 12:00PM-4:00PM with inflatables and face painting. Bring chair, no outside food or coolers. Concession offering hamburgers and hotdogs and cash bar available. For more information: 256-247-5461
Aug 2022 -- Annual General Joe's Car Show at Joe Wheeler State Park (4401 McLean Drive in Rogersville) in the marina parking lot from 9:00AM-12:00PM. Awards for Oldest Vehicle, Most Unique Vehicle and Mayor's Choice. Registration: $20.00 per vehicle. Music: Back Porch Revival. For more information, call 256.247.5461.
Aug 2022 -- Bama Blues Catfish Trail Tournament - Night Event at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville at the 1st Creek Boat Ramp). Registration starts at 6:00PM, no lines in the water until 7:00PM. $10.00 trail fee per boat plus registration fee. Maximum 3 people per boat; unlimited rod; boats inspected prior to the event; no pre-event fishing on waters except for bait; live weigh-in; 3 fish limit - only 2 can exceed 34"; Blue, Channel and Flathead Catfish; other rules and restrictions apply; see thebamablues.com. For more information: bamabluescatfishtrail@gmail.com
Aug 2022 -- Ardmore Rodeo - Kolt Barber: The American Cowboy Showdown at John Barnes Park (Hamlett Street in Ardmore, TN) with gates opening at 6:00PM with concert and rodeo action starting at 7:00PM. Tickets TBA
Aug 2022 -- Bama Blues Catfish Trail Tournament: Wheeler Lake at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville from the First Creek Boat Ramp) for the night tournament of the season. Registration TBA at 6:00PM, no lines in the water until 7:00PM. $10.00 trail fee per boat plus registration fee. Maximum 3 people per boat; unlimited rod; boats inspected prior to event; no pre-event fishing on waters except for bait; live weigh-in; 3 fish limit - only 2 can exceed 34"; Blue, Channel and Flathead Catfish; other rules and restrictions apply. For more information: bamabluescatfishtrail@gmail.com
Aug 2022 -- Vietnam Veterans Spaghetti Lunch (17915 W Elm St, Athens). Lunch is 11:00AM-1:00PM meal includes Spaghetti, Texas toast, salad or coleslaw, dessert and a beverage for $8.00. Eat in or take out. All proceeds go to High School Scholarship. Delivery available within the City Limits.
Aug 2022 -- Vietnam Veterans Spaghetti Dinner (17915 W Elm St, Athens). inner is 5:00PM-7:00PM. Meal includes Spaghetti, Texas toast, salad or coleslaw, dessert and a beverage for $8.00. Eat in or take out. Shady Grady One Man Band performs at the dinner time. All proceeds go to High School Scholarship. Delivery available within the City Limits.
Aug 2022 -- Swing Through 5K at Calhoun Community College (6250 U.S. Highway 31S in Tanner, AL) benefiting the Physical Therapy Program on a flat, fast, and certified course. Race beings at 8:00AM in front of the Allied Health Building on the north end of campus. Race Day Registration from 6:30AM-7:30AM at the Calhoun Community College Health Science Building.
Aug 2022 -- Cruise In on the Square-August in downtown Athens around the Limestone County Courthouse - please leave parking on the northside of the square for restaurant patrons. Free and open to the public. Starts at 6:00PM; all makes, all models of cars, trucks and motorcycles; no judging.
Aug 2022 -- Fridays After Five in downtown Athens AL with Athens Main Street who invites you to join them from 5:00PM-8:00PM for the last gathering of the season. Come peruse the shops open late just for you, enjoy food and drink at local eateries or one of several food trucks, and just come hang out with family and friends as the evening unfolds.
Aug 2022 -- Athens Saturday Market is a state-certified farmers market. Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, music, art, and crafts at the Green Street pavilion (409 West Green Street in Athens) from 8:00AM to 12:00PM. athensmainstreet.org
Aug 2022 -- Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days at at the Show Grounds (TBA) with gates open at 7:00AM until ?. All makes, models and years of tractor and farm equipment will be on display and demonstrated. Friday features a tractor ride starting at 10:00AM with registration at 9:00AM-9:30AM. Kids will enjoy activities including a Pedal Pull Competition. Get revved up with the Parade of Power then enjoy the Fast Crank Competitions, Slow Races, Chain in the box and more. Fish Fry on Friday at 5:00PM with live music at 5:30PM. Concessions and vendors too. Admission is $5.00 per car; $5.00 registration for golf carts and UTV's. Info: Mike Hodges 256-206-5926; Allen Dement 256-431-0619; Matt Thomas 256-497-6607; Steve Garner 334-750-2545; Brianne Hargrove 256-431-2880
Aug 2022 -- Annual Elkmont Car Show at Elkmont High School (204 Evans Avenue in Elkmont) from 10:00AM-2:00PM featuring classic muscles, hot rods, rat rods, antique cars, custom trucks and motorcycles with trophies, plaques, and money awards. Concession, door prizes, vendors and live music - so bring your camp chairs. Vehicles registration: $20.00 fee includes admit for 2 people. Spectators are $5.00 each with ages 10 and under enjoying free admission. For more information: Mike Ikard 256-431-0542
Aug 2022 -- Have Fun or Go Home Open Horse Show at Dixon Stables (24390 Bain Road in Athens) starting at 10:00AM. Series membership $20.00 per single member or $25.00 for family membership plus fees per class competition. Recent Negative Coggins Test proof required. For more information, Lisa Musto 256-683-0732
Aug 2022 -- Elkton Charity Car Show benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital brings a variety of makes, models, and customs together at the show grounds (142 Baugh Road in Elkton TN).
Aug 2022 -- Yard Sale Fundraiser with Athens-Limestone Rescue Squad at the station (1401 Freeman Avenue in Athens). Come shop a variety of items - household, furniture, and more. Monies go to benefit the rescue squad. To donate or make inquiries, Call or Text: Mickey Brannan 256-345-2212.
Aug 2022 -- 70's Dance Party at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville) from 8:00PM-11:59PM with music from TBA. Prize for Best Dressed. Packages and Tickets - TBA For more information: 256-247-5461
Aug 2022 -- Ask A Master Gardener at the Athens-Limestone Public Library (603 South Jefferson Street in Athens) from 10:15AM-2:15PM with the Athens-Limestone Master Gardeners. For more information about the Master Gardeners, you can contact them at limestonemg@yahoo.com.
Aug 2022 -- Storybook Ball at the Athens-Limestone Public Library (603 South Jefferson Street in Athens). Details TBA
Aug 2022 -- Eli's Ride & Remember Memorial Cruise starting at TBA with cruise points TBA. This is an opportunity to enjoy a cruise and reflect on the lives of those who have passed on due to cancer, and organizers are excited to make a kid's day by sharing our cool cars and honor the memory of Eli. This is a free event, but donations are appreciated. There is no registration.
Aug 2022 -- Rockin' the River at Joe Wheeler State Park (4401 McLean Drive in Rogersville) Lineup: Back Portch Revival; McTazz Band, Dixie Mafia. Activities include General Joe Wheeler Car Show; Kid's Fun Area 12:00PM-4:00PM with inflatables and face painting. Bring chair, no outside food or coolers. Concession offering hamburgers and hotdogs and cash bar available. For more information: 256-247-5461
Aug 2022 -- Annual General Joe's Car Show at Joe Wheeler State Park (4401 McLean Drive in Rogersville) in the marina parking lot from 9:00AM-12:00PM. Awards for Oldest Vehicle, Most Unique Vehicle and Mayor's Choice. Registration: $20.00 per vehicle. Music: Back Porch Revival. For more information, call 256.247.5461.
Aug 2022 -- Bama Blues Catfish Trail Tournament - Night Event at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville at the 1st Creek Boat Ramp). Registration starts at 6:00PM, no lines in the water until 7:00PM. $10.00 trail fee per boat plus registration fee. Maximum 3 people per boat; unlimited rod; boats inspected prior to the event; no pre-event fishing on waters except for bait; live weigh-in; 3 fish limit - only 2 can exceed 34"; Blue, Channel and Flathead Catfish; other rules and restrictions apply; see thebamablues.com. For more information: bamabluescatfishtrail@gmail.com
Aug 2022 -- Ardmore Rodeo - Kolt Barber: The American Cowboy Showdown at John Barnes Park (Hamlett Street in Ardmore, TN) with gates opening at 6:00PM with concert and rodeo action starting at 7:00PM. Tickets TBA
Aug 2022 -- Bama Blues Catfish Trail Tournament: Wheeler Lake at Joe Wheeler State Park (4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville from the First Creek Boat Ramp) for the night tournament of the season. Registration TBA at 6:00PM, no lines in the water until 7:00PM. $10.00 trail fee per boat plus registration fee. Maximum 3 people per boat; unlimited rod; boats inspected prior to event; no pre-event fishing on waters except for bait; live weigh-in; 3 fish limit - only 2 can exceed 34"; Blue, Channel and Flathead Catfish; other rules and restrictions apply. For more information: bamabluescatfishtrail@gmail.com
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