Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park

09/10/2026

Homeschool Day!
September 16, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Homeschoolers, come explore Tannehill on a guided tour!
Learn how iron was made at the historic Tannehill Ironworks during the Civil War, what natural resources attracted settlers and industrialists here, and how Alabama’s industrial pioneers lived in the 1800s. We’ll visit the furnaces, the Iron and Steel Museum of Alabama, and take the train to the John Wesley Hall Grist Mill.
This program is recommended for ages 6 and up.

Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy afterwards and spend time in the park, on the trails, or at the Playground!

Advance prepaid registration is required for this event.
- Program fee is $8 per attendee.
- Register ahead of time at the park office (Edwards House) or by calling 205-477-5711 x1
- Registration is limited and will be first come first served.

09/02/2026

It's Tannehill's 35th Annual Halloween Fairyland!!

Saturday, October 31st 11:00am-10:00pm
-Rides, activities & vendors 11:00am - 4:00pm
-Trick-or-treating in the campground begins @ dark!

Join us for spook-tacular family fun at Halloween Fairyland!

Explore carnival rides and games, pose for spooky photos, ride the train, and enjoy tasty treats from food trucks and friendly vendors. As the sun sets, Trick-or-treating winds throughout the campgrounds where our talented campers go all out decorating. Don’t miss the incredible displays and hard work they put into the Halloween Campsite Decorating competition!

Halloween Admission:
- $10 per person
- FREE Kids 5 & under
- FREE Campers

Wicked Highlights:
- FREE Carnival Rides from 11am - 4pm
- FREE Carnival Games from 11am – 4pm
- FREE Train Rides all day
- Food trucks
- Treat Vendors
- Face Painting
- Campground trick-or-treating at dark
- FREE commemorative button to wear with your awesome costume while supplies last!

Bring the family, don your best costume, and stroll the lit-up campsites for treats, tricks, and 35 years of Tannehill tradition!

Questions? Call us! (205) 477-5711 x1

09/01/2026

Join us September 19-20th from 8am-4pm.
Step into a weekend of fun, food and fantastic finds at Tannehill Trade Days!

We will have over 100 vendors selling a variety of trinkets, handmade items, jewelry, vintage clothing and MORE!
Grab a bite from delicious food trucks!

Whether you’re hunting for one-of-a-kind finds or just looking for a great day out in nature, Tannehill Trade Days has something for everyone.

Please no pets, alcohol, bicycles or vehicles in the Trade Days area.

Admission:
$10 per car*
Solo drivers still pay Regular Gate Price:
$6 adults 12+
$5 veterans/military & seniors 62+

Campers get into Park events FREE! Come stay the weekend and shop till you drop!

*Valid for cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs only.
Buses, campers, and large passenger vehicles require separate admission arrangements.

PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMS ON Facebook! WE DO NOT TAKE GATE FEES OR VENDOR REGISTRATION FEES ON Facebook OR VIA EMAIL! YOU MUST CALL OUR OFFICE AT 205-477-5711x1 FOR VENDOR REGISTRATION!

08/27/2026

🌲 Professional Logging Manager Workshop 🌲
Forestry professionals, landowners, and natural resource managers are invited to join Alabama Extension for a Professional Logging Manager (PLM) Workshop on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park.
📅 Date: September 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, 12632 Jim Bennett Pkwy
💲 Cost: $50 (Lunch included)
Participants will learn about:
✅ Forestry Best Management Practices
✅ Threatened and Endangered Species
✅ Forest Health: Insects, Diseases, and Invasive Species
✅ Forests with Exceptional Conservation Value
✅ Forest Management for Wildlife
📚 PLM and CFE Units Available
🔗 Register today: https://www.aces.edu/go/bibbplm
For more information, contact Michelle Giddens at (205) 928-2640 or [email protected], or Richard Cristan at 334-750-6471 or [email protected].

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the primary outreach and engagement organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University in cooperation with Tuskegee University.

08/27/2026

Moon Pies? Check. Team spirit? Double check. 🌙🥧

Come on out Labor Day, September 7, for the 35th Annual Moon Pie Eating Contest at Tannehill!

Festivities from 11:00am–4:00 pm !🎉
🚚 Food trucks, FREE carnival games, music, and fun for all ages!
🏆 Contest sign-ups begin at 11:30am
🥧 Eatin' Contest starts at 1:00pm
💸CASH PRIZES!!!
🎟️Raffle for 1 FREE week of camping!!

Regular gate admission applies:
• Adults (12+): $6
• Seniors (62+) and veterans/military: $5
• Children (ages 6–11): $4
• Children 5 and under: FREE
• Campers always enter park events FREE with a campground pass.

Questions? Call 205-477-5711, ext. 1

08/25/2026

Homeschool Day!

September 16, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Homeschoolers, come explore Tannehill on a guided tour!
Learn how iron was made at the historic Tannehill Ironworks during the Civil War, what natural resources attracted settlers and industrialists here, and how Alabama’s industrial pioneers lived in the 1800s. We’ll visit the furnaces, the Iron and Steel Museum of Alabama, and take the train to the John Wesley Hall Grist Mill.
This program is recommended for ages 6 and up.

Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy afterwards and spend time in the park, on the trails, or at the Playground!

Advance prepaid registration is required for this event.
- Program fee is $8 per attendee.
- Register ahead of time at the park office (Edwards House) or by calling 205-477-5711 x1
- Registration is limited and will be first come first served.

08/25/2026

We want to say a huge thank you to Emmett for choosing Tannehill for your Eagle Scout project and for building our three beautiful new picnic tables!
We truly appreciate all the time, hard work, and dedication you put into this project. These tables will be enjoyed by our visitors for years to come, and we’re so grateful for the lasting contribution you’ve made to the park!

08/06/2026

We've Got New Hours & More Time for Ice Cream!

Good news! We've expanded our hours, so you have even more opportunities to stop by and enjoy your favorite Blue Bell ice cream!

Thursday & Friday: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Whether you're ending the workweek with a sweet treat or making us part of your weekend adventure, we'd love to welcome you. Bring the family, meet up with friends, or just treat yourself. We'll have the scoops ready!

New Discounts & Programs:
- Show your gate ticket at the creamery for $2 off per ticket*!
- Campers will now receive a punch card when they check in to camp**! Buy 10 scoops get two free!

*$2 discount available once per ticket per day
**one punch card per camping transaction. Punches will only be made for ice cream scoops, milkshakes, floats, sundaes, and banana splits. Not valid for drinks, pup cups, or merchandise.

Explore the variety of events at Tannehill Ironworks State Park. Engage in immersive Civil War reenactments, peruse charming craft fairs, and savor the flavors of food festivals. Delight in live music performances, educational workshops, and seasonal celebrations. With something for everyone, plan y...