The Loop Music & Art Festival at Porter Park is the day's primary attraction, running from Friday, April 10 (4 PM–8 PM) & Saturday, April 11 (10 AM–7 PM). This free event features: • Live Music: Performances from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Porter Park Amphitheatre, featuring headliner Lamont Landers (Southern soul/rock), Boukou Groove, Trey Merritt & Hi Def, and Dcovan Mathews. • Visual Arts: Over 50 exhibiting artists, mural tours, and live art demonstrations. • Live Metal Pour: A special demonstration by Sloss Metal Arts where molten aluminum is cast into solid artwork.
• Peanuts Around Town: A series of themed peanut statues located throughout the city, perfect for a self-guided scavenger hunt. • Murals of the Wiregrass: Large-scale outdoor art installations in downtown Dothan. Maps are available at the "Visit Dothan" office. • Antique Attic: Family-owned antique store established in 1969, known for its extensive collection of high-quality American and European antiques. The 16,000-square-foot space features specialized rooms for items like oak furniture, Depression glass, and quilts • George Washington Carver Interpretive Museum: Honors the scientist's legacy and the history of peanut research in the "Peanut Capital of the World." • Dothan Nurseries: A whimsical garden center featuring a butterfly house and various plant collections. • 6th Annual Angel House Charity Ride: A motorcycle charity ride starting at 9:00 AM at Harley-Davidson of Dothan. • Tree ID Class: A nature-focused educational session held at Landmark Park starting at 9:00 AM.
Dothan offers a wonderful mix of local restaurants, cozy coffee shops, and laid-back breweries. Restaurant Favorites: • The Cellar – Elevated dining with a cozy, intimate atmosphere • Hunt’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar – Fresh seafood and longtime local favorite • Fire Stone Wood Fired Grill – Known for steaks, seafood, and wood-fired specialties • KBC (Kelley Brewing Company) – Great food, craft beer, and relaxed atmosphere Cocktails, Breweries & Casual Drinks: • Folklore Brewing & Meadery – Great local spots for craft beer and a fun outdoor atmosphere • Thirsty Pig Craft Beer Taproom & BBQ – Craft beer selection often paired with a fantastic BBQ food truck • The Cellar, KBC, & Fire Stone Brunch & Coffee Favorites: • Blue Moon Café • Toasted Yolk Café • Mural City Café • Dakota Coffee