Boom Town Makers Market

09/01/2026

Remember to join us at Boom Town Makers Market for our First Thursday Art Mingle on 3 September 2026 from 5pm to 8pm. Our featured artists are Bev Bates (painting) and Deacon McDaniel (stained-glass).

Parker Thomas will provide live music.

We will also have refreshments and art giveaways.

Come join the fellowship and fun!

Cheers!

08/22/2026

Join us at Boom Town Makers Market for our First Thursday Art Mingle on 3 September 2026 from 5pm to 8pm. Our featured artists are Bev Bates and Deacon McDaniel.

Check out this beautiful stained-glass lamp ($300) created by Deacon, who will have more pieces to showcase at the event.

Live music by Parker Thomas.

We will also have refreshments and art giveaways.

See you then!

Cheers!

08/08/2026

New arrivals from Little Garden Goodies/Cindy O. Pottery. Lots of Fall and Halloween items. Come see them today.

08/08/2026

New arrivals from Joe Curtis, The Wood Gnome. Come see these beautiful sycamore and black walnut bowls.

08/06/2026

Tonight is First Thursday Art Mingle. Special thanks to the following artists for graciously donating items for tonight’s door prizes. Lydia Randolph Fine Art and Portraiture, Riannon Hope Art, Mark Brooks, Kevin Chitwood, Melinda Vann Whitt, Doris Grieder, Heath Chitwood, and Richard Crabtree.

08/04/2026

Please join us at Boom Town Makers Market for our monthly First Thursday Art Mingle on 6 August (5pm to 8pm) to help us celebrate our makers! This month, we feature Tasia Kinsey (fabric arts), Magen Weemes (multi-media art), and BTMM's very own Kevin Chitwood (wood & resin artist). Come say "Hello" and learn more about their crafts.

We will have live music by "Local(s)" musician Dr. Rob Bouchard & Friends. They are always fantastic!

Refreshments and art giveaways are also a part of this FREE event.

Address: 324 Gault Avenue North, Fort Payne, AL 35967.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We look forward to seeing you Thursday evening!

Cheers!

08/03/2026

Welcome to Boom Town Makers Market Doris G! We love your unique fiber bead creations and are honored to have you as a member of our gallery.

08/01/2026

Tomorrow!

🐱 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲! 📚🎉

Get ready for a fun-filled morning in Downtown Fort Payne as Fort Payne-Main Street Alabama presents the annual 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 on Saturday, August 1, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Coal & Iron Building!

Families can enjoy a variety of FREE activities, including:
🎨 Crafts
🎭 Face Painting
📖 Story Time
📸 Photos with Pete the Cat
✍️ The opportunity to meet James Dean, creator of Pete the Cat!

*A limited number of book-signing tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧, 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫! From unique boutiques and delicious restaurants to family-friendly activities and special promotions, it's the perfect opportunity to shop local and enjoy a day in the heart of Fort Payne.

🎒 Be sure to check out the 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐡 happening downtown as well, featuring free school supplies, Pete the Cat-themed treats, scavenger hunts, special discounts from participating merchants, and fun for the whole family!

📍 Coal & Iron Building
500 Gault Ave. N., Fort Payne, AL
🗓️ Saturday, August 1
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We hope to see you downtown for a morning of family fun, local shopping, and community spirit!