The City of Fort Payne

City Council Meeting
2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-07 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-09-16 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-09-02 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-19 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-05 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-07-15 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-07-01 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) and 9 more dates | Council Chambers – 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Alabama Avenue NW, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
City Council regular meetings are held at 12:30 PM on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the council chambers on the second floor of City Hall located at 100 Alabama Ave NW. Business for consideration is scheduled and placed on the agenda through the Office of City Clerk. The deadline for adding agenda items is the preceding Wednesday at 12 Noon. Anyone wishing to address the council should request to be placed on the agenda. Meetings are open to the public, and attendance is welcomed. Handicapped persons are asked to make special needs known. Set a reminder and stay updated on city business. Don’t forget, you can watch the council meeting online as well on FPTV.

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-10-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on October 18th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Boom Days 2025
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-20 | Downtown Fort Payne, 306 Gault Ave N, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
Join us for Boom Days 2025!

Boom Days Heritage Celebration is Fort Payne’s annual music and art festival like no other. This year’s headliners include Grand Funk Railroad on Friday night and Mark Wills and The Band Perry on Saturday night. All day Saturday in downtown Fort Payne, you’ll find vendors, artist demonstrations, a children’s area, a wine tasting, pet parade, food vendors, and more musical acts!
For more information, a full music lineup, schedule of events, and FAQs visit www.boomdays.com!

Glow Run 2025
2025-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
Get ready to shine at the Movin’ for Main Street GLOW RUN – a 5K like no other! Hosted by Fort Payne-Main Street in Historic Downtown Fort Payne.Join us Saturday, September 13th at the Rotary Pavilion for an electrifying night of fun, fitness, and glow-in-the-dark excitement!Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just in it for the glow, this is your chance to hit the streets under the neon lights and make some unforgettable memories. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: Register Here $35+ tax – The first 100 runners will receive an official race day shirt!All runners will receive GLOW Sticks, Bracelets, Necklaces, and much more! PRIZES & AWARDS Medals will be awarded to the top male & female finishers in the following age groups:(13-15) | (16-20) | (21-30) | (31-40) | (41-50) | (51-60) | (61+) Overall Winners Take Home Cash! 1st Place: $250 2nd Place: $175 3rd Place: $75 Dress to Impress!The Best Dressed Runner will score a Main Street Gift Basket, so deck yourself out in your brightest, glowiest gear!

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-08-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne, 306 Gault Ave N, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on August 16th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Second Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan
2025-08-12 17:30 | Fort Payne City Auditorium, 100 Alabama Ave N, Fort Payne, 35967, United States
Join the City of Fort Payne for a Project Kick-Off Meeting as we launch the Second Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan. This event is your opportunity to engage with city leaders and planning partners to help shape the future of this important and historic corridor.
📍 Location: Fort Payne Auditorium – 105 Forest Ave SW, Fort Payne, AL 35967🗓️ Date: August 12, 2025🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
Come ready to share your vision, ideas, and feedback. Let’s build a brighter future for Fort Payne—together.

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-07-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on July 19th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
July 19, 2025
– Main Stage: The Locals
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Moore Saxophone
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Annual Independence Celebration Fireworks
2025-07-03 17:00 - 20:45 | Fort Payne Sports Complex, 4501 Gault Avenue North, Fort Payne, 36968
🎆 Get ready for a firecracker of a night!The Independence Celebration is back at the Fort Payne Sports Complex on July 3rd—and you’re invited!
🎶 Enjoy live music, delicious concessions, and free photos by Bama Photos (sponsored by Boom Days)! Bring a chair, bring your friends, and get ready for a night of fun under the stars.
📅 Schedule of Events:

5:00 PM – Gates Open
5:00 PM – Music by DJ Snake
6:45 PM – Live performance by The Locals
8:45 PM – Fireworks Display

🎇 Fireworks ShowVisible from the Sports Complex and Fort Payne High School — don’t miss it!
‼️ Please note: Coolers are not allowed. Chairs are permitted.

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-06-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on June 21st, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
June 21, 2025
– Main Stage: Overdrive
– Coal and Iron Building: Mike McClung
July 19, 2025
– Main Stage: The Locals
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Moore Saxophone
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Memorial Day Ceremony 2025
2025-05-26 09:00 | Patriots Memorial Park, 351 4th St NE, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
Join us for our Memorial Day Ceremony at Patriots Memorial Park at 9 AM on Monday, May 26th.

Run for the Wall - Meridian, MS to Chattanooga, TN
2025-05-20 | AL
Run For The Wall® (also known as RFTW) is an organized cross-country motorcycle ride to honor our veterans, their families and friends and to raise awareness of those still missing – Prisoners of War (POW) and Missing in Action (MIA). It is the Largest and Longest Organized Cross-Country Motorcycle Run of its kind in the World. Traveling from California to Washington, DC and from Washington, DC to Marseilles, Illinois every May with over 1,800+ participants annually. You do not have to be a Veteran to participate.
Click below to register and view the southern route itinerary.
Southern Route Itinerary
Register

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-05-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
Join us from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
May 17, 2025
– Main Stage: Brandon Banther/Half Step Down
– Coal and Iron Building: Brant Noojin/Lee Burt
June 21, 2025
– Main Stage: Overdrive
– Coal and Iron Building: Mike McClung
July 19, 2025
– Main Stage: The Locals
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Moore Saxophone
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant
This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Meet a Machine 2025
2025-05-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Isbell Field Airport, 2200 Terminal Drive, Fort Payne, AL, 35968, United States
Meet a Machine is designed to provide the public with the opportunity to see, touch and learn about vehicles used by public service agencies and local businesses. These vehicles include emergency response vehicles, planes, aircraft equipment, construction equipment, etc. Food will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the DeKalb County Children’s Advocacy Center. Children’s tickets are free of charge and adult tickets are $5 per person.
Meet a Machine is a rain or shine event. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
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Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-04-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
We’re kicking off the 2025 season on April 19th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
April 19, 2025
– Main Stage: Matt Leder, Show Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Rooks
May 17, 2025
– Main Stage: Draztic Chanj
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Rooks
June 21, 2025
– Main Stage: Overdrive
– Coal and Iron Building: Mike McClung
July 19, 2025
– Main Stage: The Locals
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Moore Saxophone
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!
