River Clay Fine Arts Festival (River Clay) brings together people from across the region to celebrate the visual arts in all its forms. The juried fine arts festival includes an artist market featuring local and national artists, children’s art activities, student art exhibits and much, much more. Situated on the beautiful, park-like setting of Decatur, Alabama’s City Hall Campus, the festival offers a destination for visiting art enthusiasts and area residents to spend time sharing ideas, purchasing art and immersing themselves in the artistic experience.

The River Clay Artist Market Features:

Ceramics
Drawing
Fiber
Glass
Jewelry
Metalwork
Mixed Media
Painting
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture
Wood

Fun for the Whole Family:

Children’s Art Activities:

Children are welcome at River Clay! Young and Young-at-Heart will enjoy the many children’s art activities available during the festival. Coordinated by a group of fun, creative artists and art teachers, participants of all ages will love the opportunity to create with friends and family.

Student Art Exhibit:

In addition to the experienced artists, River Clay celebrates our up-and-coming student artists! Festival goers will enjoy seeing the display of artwork representing students from public and private schools across Decatur, Hartselle, and Morgan County.

Food Trucks:

Food trucks will be on site offering festival patrons a chance to refuel before going back through the artist market to pick up the perfect piece of art! Beer and wine will also be available. Grab a bite and picnic in “the grove” or get a beverage and keep shopping!

Schedule of Events:

October 24, 2025:

5:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m: River Clay Rendezvous - An Arts Patron Preview Party

But First… Let’s Party!

River Clay’s opening night event, Rendezvous, offers patrons a festive night of food, drink and exclusive first dibs at the artist market.

River Clay Rendezvous, an arts patron preview party, offers attendees the FIRST opportunity to browse the River Clay Artist Market… which means the first chance to purchase as well. In addition, attendees will enjoy music and great food provided by many local restaurants!

River Clay Rendezvous opens at 5 pm on the City Hall Campus festival site. At 7 pm, Rendezvous ticket holders are invited to a Rendezvous Social at the Alabama Center for the Arts to enjoy more food and entertainment and a special art exhibit in the ACA Gallery!

Tickets: $60 - Includes weekend pass

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October 25, 2025:

9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m: Artist Market - $5/Weekend Pass

October 26, 2025:

10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m: Artist Market - $5/Weekend Pass

Dates: October 25 - 26, 2025

Location:

Decatur City Hall Lawn,
402 Lee Street Northeast,
Decatur, AL 35601.

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