There are so many wonderful and informative events around the Black Belt for the community and tourists. Here's a list!
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Selma City Council meeting: Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 222 Broad St. More information here.
For schedules of Farmers Markets in the Black Belt, go here.
August 27
Live HealthSmart Alabama hosts a wellness clinic at Selma-Dallas County Public Library in the Vaughan Room on Broad Street in Selma from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
September 6
Inaugural Pop-In (Community Open House) - Session 1: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Session 2: 5:15 PM – 7:15 PM at Foot Soldiers Park Auditorium on 1018 Water Avenue. What to expect:
• Learn who we are and what we do at Foot Soldiers Park
• Foot Soldiers Chat Room – conversation about Selma’s history & legacy
• Kids’ Classroom – activities for young learners
• Refreshments served
No RSVP required—space is unlimited. Bring family and friends!
“REPARATIONS” Movie Screening + Live Q&A on Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 3:00 PM at Foot Soldiers Park Auditorium on 1018 Water Avenue, Selma.
Featuring:
• Rev. Kevin Peterson – Activist & Community Leader (Live Q&A)
• Joanne Bland – Civil Rights Activist & Foot Soldier (Host)
Free admission | RSVP required (limited seating)
Blackbelt Benefit Group hosts Gear Up Community Bike Shop at Reflections Coffee Shoppe in Selma at 8:30 a.m. to learn more about fixing bicycles. It will take place every fourth Saturday.
October 4
3rd Annual CANDY WALK — “Bridge the Blue Treat Trail” on Saturday, October 4, 2:00–5:00 PM at Foot Soldiers Park • 1705 Selma Ave, Selma. Wear blue. Stand against bullying. Celebrate community.
Live DJ • Free Food • Vendor Booths • Blue Balloon Release
Featuring a Best Themed Dress & Best Themed Station contest!
October 9
Sturdivant Hall in Selma hosts BBQ on the Green at 713 Marbry St. Cost is $30. Dinner is from 7-9 p.m. with art preview at 6 p.m. Takeout available from 5-6:30 p.m.
October 18
Pine Hill hosts Depot Day at the old train depot park. Call Robert Green to be a vender at 251-459-1133.
Selma Rising Mural Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Phoenix Park on Water Avenue. Groups will paint eight murals with guests artists one for each of Selma's wards. Includes free music, food, kids art, dance, poetry, and community art.
October 30-November 2
Photographic Nights of Selma returns for another year. It is a festival that highlights photography as an art form and joins people from across the globe to share time together in a place with a rich history. Exhibits show at Arts Revive on Church Street in Selma.
November 1
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