River Hills Retreat Venue

06/18/2026

ICYMI - We had so much fun at the 3rd Annual "Locustgrass" Bluegrass Festival! We had a fantastic lineup of bands, great crowds, good food, and an unbeatable atmosphere. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!

Mark your calendar for next year's event - the first weekend in June. Mountain Highway is already signed up!

If you didn't make it out this year, you really missed out! Follow our page to make sure you never miss another event!

Thanks to LeeAnn from Bly Meadows photography for the fantastic pictures!

06/16/2026

ICYMI: The Winds of Time Renaissance Faire was a success despite the rain! There were battles, magic shows, vendors, great food and so much more! Follow our page to ensure you never miss an event!

And thanks to LeeAnn with Bly Meadows Photography for taking such phenominal pictures!

06/06/2026

It’s not to late to join us at River Hills Retreat for the Locusgrass blue grass festival!

06/06/2026

🎻 THE GATES ARE OPEN! 🪕
The pickin’ has begun at River Hills Retreat! We have a full day of world-class bluegrass lined up. Whether you’re here for the legendary humor of Three on a String, the driving beat of Mountain Highway, the eclectic soul of The Old Mixed Tapes, or the rich heritage of The Allen Tolbert Unit, today is a day you won't forget.

🍔 Food trucks are on-site, the river is flowing, and the music is sweet.
📍 11814 AL-160, Hayden, AL
🎟️ $20/person at the gate (Ages 12+).

Indoor stage show runs until 8:30 PM!

Learn more here: https://www.riverhillsretreat.com/bluegrassfestival

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

There is a great day happening at River Hills Retreat Venue ! Come bring the family for a horse drawn wagon ride and to enjoy the air castles! Shop 40+ vendors! Stay and enjoy the Bluegrass Festival!

11814 Highway 160, Hayden AL 35079

06/06/2026

The vendor event kicks off in 3 hours!

Don’t forget to come by and check out everything our craft vendors have to offer - toys, decorations, tasty treats, and MORE! We will also have food trucks, bouncy houses, co****le, horse drawn wagon rides, and access to our game room with pool tables, ping pong tables, and more! Fun for the whole family, and all for FREE! Don’t miss out!

📅 Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 11814 AL-160, Hayden, AL

Here’s what you can expect:
Handmade jewelry
Laser cut/engraved items
Car freshies
Doll clothing/accessories
Acrylic resin items
T-shirts
Wind spinners
Garden flags
Warmers & wax bars
Garden tools
Charcuterie boards
Skin care/makeup
3d printed items
Leather goods
Wood crafts
Candles
Quilted items
Embroidered kitchen towels
Gem stone carvings
Bowl cozies
Herbal remedies
Vintage clothing
Homemade dog treats
Laser crafted, hand painted keychains
Fluid art
Plants & jam
Focal pens
Handmade metal and beaded jewelry
Organic baked goods

We are also having our 3rd annual “Locustgrass” Bluegrass Festival. We have FOUR bands playing from noon to 8:30 PM! For more information, see https://www.riverhillsretreat.com/bluegrassfestival

06/05/2026

☀️ The weekend is officially HERE and as of 12:00 PM today, River Hills Retreat is officially open for RV camping (boondocking) and open jamming sessions by the Locust Fork River! ⛺🪕

Whether you're setting up camp today or planning to drive out for the big indoor stage show tomorrow (gates open Saturday at 9:00 AM!), grab your crew and your lawn chairs for an unforgettable weekend of bluegrass. Admission is just $20 at the gate or online for ages 12 and up!

Get your tickets, grab an official event t-shirt, and let’s get picking! 🎟️✨👇 https://www.riverhillsretreat.com/bluegrassfestival

06/04/2026

VENDOR EVENT at River Hills Retreat THIS SATURDAY!

From clothing to decorations, food to toys, we’ve got it all! With 38 vendors, not including food trucks, we have whatever you’re looking for! And the best part is, it’s FREE to come shop! We’ll also have bouncy houses, co****le, and access to our game room so your kiddos can have fun while you shop! Mark your calendars and come early this Saturday starting at 9 AM at River Hills Retreat!

📅 Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 11814 AL-160, Hayden, AL

Our vendors include:
Handmade jewelry
Laser cut/engraved items
Car freshies
Doll clothing/accessories
Acrylic resin items
T-shirts
Wind spinners
Garden flags
Warmers & wax bars
Garden tools
Charcuterie boards
Skin care/makeup
3d printed items
Leather goods
Wood crafts
Candles
Quilted items
Embroidered kitchen towels
Gem stone carvings
Bowl cozies
Herbal remedies
Vintage clothing
Homemade dog treats
Laser crafted, hand painted keychains
Fluid art
Plants & jam
Focal pens
Handmade metal and beaded jewelry
Organic baked goods

And when you’re done shopping, you can grab a ticket for the bluegrass festival and enjoy great music into the evening! General Admission tickets are just $20 for ages 12 and up. Check out the full indoor schedule and secure your tickets online today! 🎟️👇
https://www.riverhillsretreat.com/bluegrassfestival