CALENDAR OF EVENTS
**These events are subject to change.
JANUARY
Dadeville Chamber Banquet: The Lake Martin Dadeville Area Chamber hosts its annual awards banquet and dinner to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals in the town and install new chamber officers.
FEBRUARY
Pancake Breakfast: The Dadeville Kiwanis Club hosts its annual pancake breakfast at the Dadeville Elementary School to raise money for local children’s organizations. For more information, contact Peggy Bullard at 256-825-9415.
MARCH
Anniversary of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park hosts the anniversary of this historical battle each year with live reenactments and demonstrations of Creek Indian and frontier life in the year 1814. For more information, visit nps.gov/hobe.
APRIL
Old 280 Boogie: Originally started as a celebration of a highway creation around the little town of Waverly, this annual all-day music festival is held at Standard Deluxe. Multiple bands perform each year, and concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and coolers to enjoy the show. Vendors and food options are available as well. For more information, visit standarddeluxe.com. Master Gardener’s Plant Sale: The Tallapoosa County Master Gardeners hold their annual plant sale each spring. Keebler Park Celebration: Complimentary hands-on activities throughout the day in Keebler Park provide a day of familyfun. For information, contact Dianna Porter at 256-750-0075. Fish for Ferst: Ferst Readers of Tallapoosa County hosts an annual fishing tournament at Chuck’s Marina to raise funds that helps send free books to children ages five and under in Tallapoosa County. 44 2021-2022 | Dadeville Magazine
MAY
Barbecue Cook-off and Festival: The Lake Martin Rodeo Club hosts this annual cook-off that brings in culinary talent from around Alabama. Contestants could win prizes, gift bags and the most coveted, unique barbecue trophy. Visit The Rodeo Club Facebook page for information. Union VFD Spring Festival: Each year, the volunteer fire department hosts this long-running community event for fellowship and a chance to meet the local firefighters. The event features home-cooked barbecue sells, arts and crafts booths, music, a flea market, a bake sale, demonstrations and lots of kids’ activities. For more information, call the fire department at 256-825-0016. New Water Century Cycling Event: New Water Farms hosts an annual cycling ride with three routes available: 30, 60 and 100 miles. For information, visit newwater.com. Art in the Park: Everything’s Art hosts an annual art festival at Pennington Park featuring local artisans, music, food and more.
JUNE
Lil’ Calypso: Each year, Chuck’s Marina plays host to an art show with some of the best vendors in the Southeast. Held along Lake Martin’s shorelines, visitors are welcomed to a great view and an even better opportunity to snag unique, handmade finds. The Miss Lake Martin Pageant is held at the Dadeville High School Auditorium. Girls vie for the wearer of the crown in different age categories from infant through 21 years of age. The winner of Miss Lake Martin takes home a scholarship. For more information, email misslakemartinpageant@gmail.com. Lake Martin United Way Day of Action: Community volunteers help clean-up and improve the local schools with projects including painting, landscaping, power washing, cleaning and more. To learn more or to volunteer, contact United Way at 256329-3600.
