Peanut Festival Kicks Off in Dothan
The 82nd National Peanut Festival opened in Dothan, Alabama, with rides, food, games and a new skyline attraction.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Fairs and Festivals
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The 82nd Annual National Peanut Festival officially kicked off in Dothan, Alabama, drawing attendees from across the country. The festival includes rides, food, and games and will run until November 15.
Why it matters
The festival draws visitors from across the country to the Wiregrass region, bringing its annual fair traditions to Dothan. Its long-running schedule gives residents and visitors an extended window to attend.
The festival is in its 82nd annual edition and opened November 7, 2026, with scheduled closing on November 15. One attendee has been coming for 44 years, while another family has spent two months in Alabama for the event.
The players
National Peanut Festival
An annual fair held in Dothan, Alabama, celebrating the peanut and drawing visitors from across the country.
The details
The festival features rides, food, and games, including a new skyline attraction that carries festival-goers over the fairgrounds for a bird's-eye view. Game tents let visitors throw darts at balloons to win prizes.
Timeline
November 7, 2026: Day one of the 82nd National Peanut Festival
November 15, 2026: Festival scheduled to end
Seasonal Patterns
The 82nd edition of the National Peanut Festival extends a run that has continued annually in Dothan for decades, marking a fall tradition in the Wiregrass region. Its November timing places it among the region's autumn fairs.
The festival is open to visitors across the country and runs through November 15, offering rides, food, and games. Attendees can experience the new skyline attraction over the fairgrounds during the event.
The takeaway
The National Peanut Festival runs through mid-November, giving those planning a visit a clear window to attend. Checking the schedule before traveling helps attendees plan around the fair's rides and events.
What happens next
The festival is scheduled to run until November 15, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more Fairs and Festivals coverage for other events happening in the Dothan area.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WDHN - wdhn.com.
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