About Us
The 20th Annual Gardendale Magnolia Festival is an award-winning, family-friendly event held at the Gardendale Civic Center complex. Our mission is to provide visitors with an economical, family-friendly experience while promoting local businesses, tourism, local arts and culture, and volunteerism in the greater Gardendale area. We have over 150 vendors, 2 stages of live entertainment, a pooch parade, midway-style carnival, car show, free kid zone, petting zoo/pony rides and more!
Volunteerism is highly promoted and rewarded at the Gardendale Magnolia Festival. We believe in teaching children the importance of volunteering at an early age. The festival recognizes two Volunteers of the Year- one student and one adult. The Gardendale Magnolia Festival, Inc.is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit. The city of Gardendale is our Presenting Sponsor.