Alapark Events
Park: Bucks Pocket
History on Horseback
When: 10/11/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Morgans Cove (34.46458N, 86.09192W)
Join the Naturalist on horseback to learn about the history of the area! Fees may apply. Horses are NOT provided.
Park: Oak Mountain
Appalachian Heritage Series: From Highlands to Hollers
When: 10/11/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Sláinte! Dive into the history and connections of the Scots – Irish and Appalachia.
Park: Gulf
Explore the Shore
When: 10/14/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion
Rediscover the beach by learning about the coastal plants and animals that thrive in this unique ecosystem!
Park: Cheaha
Dragon Quest Weekend
When: 10/15/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
It's Dragon Weekend and we need YOUR help to hunt down all the dragons that are loose in the park!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Explore Alabama's Marine Fossils
When: 10/15/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Celebrate Fossil Day by diving into the underwater world of Alabama’s ancient past!
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/16/2026 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: Gulf
Junior Rangers: Alabama Fossils
When: 10/17/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Grab your Junior Park Rangers and lets explore Alabama’s ancient underwater world!
Park: Cheaha
Reptiles and Amphibians
When: 10/17/2026 at 11:00 AMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
Celebrate Dragon Weekend with us by learning all about reptiles and amphibians!
Park: Chewacla
Autumn Tote Bag and Hand Stitching Workshop - Craftoween
When: 10/17/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate "Craftoween" with a DIY Autumn tote bag and hand stitching class!
Park: Chewacla
How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse
When: 10/17/2026 at 04:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Curious if you would survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us at Chewacla State Park for an apocalyptic crash course!
Park: Oak Mountain
Junior Ranger Guided Program: Respecting Wildlife
When: 10/18/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Meet a wild animal up close and learn how to be a true wildlife protector!
Park: Gulf
Alligator Nature Walk
When: 10/19/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead
Take a stroll with our park naturalists along Gopher Tortoise Trail, a favorite path for spotting native wildlife!
Park: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest 2026
When: 10/20/2026 at 08:00 AMDeSoto State Park is glad to host the 15th Annual Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Park: Gulf
Coastal Raptors of Gulf State Park
When: 10/20/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Join us at the Nature Center for an interactive experience with our birds of prey!
Park: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Spooktacular Campsite Contest 2026
When: 10/20/2026 at 08:00 PMDecorate your site with the most original and creative Halloween décor you can find … you might win a prize!