Ozark Collard Green Festival


Experience a day of Southern flavor, local agriculture, music, and family fun at the Ozark Collard Green Festival on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in downtown Ozark, Alabama. The festival brings together residents and visitors to celebrate collard greens and the community that grows, cooks, and enjoys them.
The day begins with the Festival Parade from 8:00–9:00 AM, followed by festival activities from 9:15 AM–4:00 PM. Explore downtown and enjoy a variety of attractions:
- Car Show: Browse the vehicles on display and connect with fellow automotive enthusiasts.
- Joyful Midway: Enjoy a festive area featuring family activities and entertainment.
- Collard Green Cook-Off: Celebrate the cooks, recipes, and traditions that make collard greens a Southern favorite.
- Farm Tour: Learn about local farming and the connection between agriculture and the food on our tables.
- VIP Access: Choose a VIP experience; package details, pricing, and availability will be announced separately.
- Concert and Live Music: Enjoy performances that bring energy and entertainment to the celebration.
- Grow Zone: Explore growing and gardening activities centered on agriculture.
- Joyful Farmers Market: Meet local growers and browse market offerings.
- Arts, Crafts, and Vendors: Discover handmade goods, local businesses, and community offerings.
- Food Vendors: Explore food options throughout the festival.
Parking and arrival: Use the numbered festival parking map to plan your visit. Parking locations 1–5 cost $10 per vehicle, and locations 6–9 cost $5 per vehicle. Cash or credit accepted for parking. Arrive early if you plan to watch the parade, and allow extra time for festival street closures and traffic rerouting.
Experience a day of Southern flavor, local agriculture, music, and family fun at the Ozark Collard Green Festival on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in downtown Ozark, Alabama. The festival brings together residents and visitors to celebrate collard greens and the community that grows, cooks, and enjoys them.
The day begins with the Festival Parade from 8:00–9:00 AM, followed by festival activities from 9:15 AM–4:00 PM. Explore downtown and enjoy a variety of attractions:
- Car Show: Browse the vehicles on display and connect with fellow automotive enthusiasts.
- Joyful Midway: Enjoy a festive area featuring family activities and entertainment.
- Collard Green Cook-Off: Celebrate the cooks, recipes, and traditions that make collard greens a Southern favorite.
- Farm Tour: Learn about local farming and the connection between agriculture and the food on our tables.
- VIP Access: Choose a VIP experience; package details, pricing, and availability will be announced separately.
- Concert and Live Music: Enjoy performances that bring energy and entertainment to the celebration.
- Grow Zone: Explore growing and gardening activities centered on agriculture.
- Joyful Farmers Market: Meet local growers and browse market offerings.
- Arts, Crafts, and Vendors: Discover handmade goods, local businesses, and community offerings.
- Food Vendors: Explore food options throughout the festival.
Parking and arrival: Use the numbered festival parking map to plan your visit. Parking locations 1–5 cost $10 per vehicle, and locations 6–9 cost $5 per vehicle. Cash or credit accepted for parking. Arrive early if you plan to watch the parade, and allow extra time for festival street closures and traffic rerouting.








