Unleash Your Creativity: The 19th Annual Moss Rock Festival is Here!

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend at the 19th Annual Moss Rock Festival, taking place on November 2-3 at the spectacular Hoover Metropolitan Complex! This beloved fall festival is your gateway to a world where nature meets art, creativity flourishes, and local flavors tantalize your taste buds. Spend a weekend immersed in vibrant artistry, live performances, and culinary delights. Read on for all the essential details and get ready for a fantastic experience!

Essentials: Know Before You Go

• What: 19th Annual Moss Rock Festival
• When: Saturday, November 2, 10 AM - 5 PM | Sunday, November 3, 10 AM - 4 PM
• Where: Hoover Metropolitan Complex, 5500 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL 35244
• Tickets: Admission for both Saturday & Sunday | Advance Tickets – $12 | Door Tickets – $15 | Kids 18 & Under – Free
• Get tickets now!

This year, the festival will take place right in front of the baseball stadium at the Hoover Met, with all parking located in the upper lot between the stadium and Finley Center. Be sure to check out the venue map!

Discover Unique Art at the Festival

The Moss Rock Festival is renowned for showcasing an impressive array of local artists and artisans. This year promises to be no different, with a diverse collection of art inspired by nature and crafted from natural materials, as well as recycled and reimagined objects.

Here’s a glimpse of the artistic mediums you can explore:

• 2D & 3D Mixed Media
• Drawing
• Digital Art
• Clay Creations
• Furniture Design
• Glass & Metal Work
• Jewelry
• Leather & Fiber Arts
• Painting
• Printmaking
• Woodworking

Meet the 2024 Featured Artists

This year, we’re thrilled to feature Levi Johnson and Jordan Thompson of Bendy Knees, a dynamic duo known for their vibrant murals in Birmingham. They will be creating a unique poster design for the festival, continuing a cherished tradition.

Focus on Alabama’s Natural Wonders

Join us for special programming centered around Alabama's waterways and ecosystems. Here are some highlights:

• WonderKid Studios: "Alabama Wetlands Mural" art experiences for kids
• Special Exhibition: "The Ebenezer Swamp Project" printmaking by the University of Montevallo resident artists
• The Planet Project: "Ripple Effect | Our Watershed Connections" large-scale school sculpture installations
• Take Root – A Tree Legacy Project: Pick up pollinator seed packets to support Alabama's ecosystems

Find Your Furry Friend

Looking to expand your family? Shelby Humane will be on-site with adorable pets in need of forever homes. Stop by to meet your new furry companion!

Cheers to Craft Beers at the Beer Garden

Join us for the 13th Annual Beer Garden, where you can sample a variety of craft brews from across Alabama and beyond. Enjoy a cold drink while catching the weekend's football games on a four-screen display!

• When: Saturday, November 2 - Sunday, November 3 | 12:30 PM - 3 PM
• Tickets: Advance Tickets – $35 | Door Tickets – $45
• Purchase advance tickets

Local Flavors Await You

The Festival Cafe will feature an array of local food trucks and pop-up vendors. Here’s a taste of what’s to come:

• Eugene's Hot Chicken
• Uncle G's Pizza
• Hey Bebe