Lakefest Returns to Pell City’s Lakeside Park This Weekend: May 9-11
The 2025 Logan Martin Lakefest & Boat Show will take place at Lakeside Park this weekend, running from Friday, May 9th through Sunday, May 11th. LakeFest is Pell City’s biggest annual event of the year, drawing 20,000 people or more to beautiful Lake Logan Martin across the three-day event.
In 2025, the City of Pell City has again partnered with Logan Martin Charity Foundation, the host of LakeFest, and The Pell City Parks & Recreation Department plays a central role in the setup and execution of Lakefest at Lakeside Park. The City extends its heartfelt thanks to organizers and staff, and welcomes everyone to enjoy an exciting weekend on the lake.
Here’s a look at this year’s event
The South’s Largest In-Water Boat Show
Lakefest features a scene for boaters like nothing else. The event has over 80 models on display with several available for test drive.
Live Music All Weekend
Throughout the weekend, Lakefest will feature live musical performances from local and regional artists.
Friday: Patrick Smith (4 PM), Nacho Daddy (6 PM)
Saturday: Ian Cuthbertson (12 PM), Kudzu (3 PM), Get Sideways (6 PM)
FREE Splash Pad Entry (May 9-10)
This year’s event will include bracelets and time slots to allow everyone to enjoy.
Friday, May 9: 2-4:30 PM, 4:30-7 PM
Saturday, May 10: 10 AM-12:30 PM, 1-3:30 PM, 4-7 PM
Fireworks
The annual Friday Night Fireworks show will honor our Veterans from the Colonel Robert L. Howard Veterans Home in Pell City. The Show begins at approximately 9 PM.
Mermaids & Matey’s Parade (May 10)
Sponsored by St. Clair Tourism, this all-ages celebration features some of the best mermaid and pirate costumes from the region. The parade begins at 1 PM on Saturday, May 10.
Lake Lifestyle Vendors & Food Trucks
Dozens of vendors offering handcrafted arts and unique crafts.and a variety of gourmet food truck options will serve LakeFest attendees all weekend.
Lakeside Park is located at 2801 Stemley Bridge Rd, Pell City, AL 35054. Parking will be available on-site, with signage directing attendees.
For more, visit loganmartinlakefest.com
Drone photography by Brian Muenger: https://www.youtube.com/@WBMuenger
