Little River Arts Council

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Little River Arts Council is a 501c3 raises funds for the arts; sponsors events; provides educational opportunities; strengthens cultural resources for the benefit of all businesses & citizens in the Mentone area.

🎉✨ TWO BIG EVENTS THIS WEEKEND IN MENTONE! ✨🎶🎨Make plans to spend the weekend with us at the Mentone Inn for music, art,...
05/13/2026

🎉✨ TWO BIG EVENTS THIS WEEKEND IN MENTONE! ✨🎶🎨

Make plans to spend the weekend with us at the Mentone Inn for music, art, food, and fun!

🎶 Friday, May 15 | 6–9 PM
Kick off the Summer Music Series with Will Dooley and opener Parker Thomas at the Linger Longer Pavilion. Bring your camp chairs and enjoy live music under the stars! Food available from Amy’s Catering and desserts from Granny D’s.

🎨 Saturday, May 16 | 10 AM–3 PM
The Big Art Pop-Up features 30 artists & makers with original artwork across the beautiful grounds of the Mentone Inn.

📍 Mentone Inn | 6139 AL-117, Mentone, AL
🎉 Both events are free & open to the public!

Sponsored by the Little River Arts Council.

🎨✨ THIS SATURDAY! ✨🎨Don’t miss the Big Art Pop-Up on Saturday, May 16 from 10 AM–3 PM in beautiful Mentone, Alabama! Hos...
05/12/2026

🎨✨ THIS SATURDAY! ✨🎨

Don’t miss the Big Art Pop-Up on Saturday, May 16 from 10 AM–3 PM in beautiful Mentone, Alabama! Hosted by the Little River Arts Council & Mentone Inn, this fun, small-festival-style event is the perfect way to spend your Saturday.

Shop local artists & makers on the grounds of the Mentone Inn.

🖼️ Come out, support local creativity, and find something one-of-a-kind!

📍 6139 AL-117, Mentone, AL
🎉 Free & open to the public

🎶✨ THIS FRIDAY kicks off the Summer Music Series!Join us May 15 from 6–9 PM at the Mentone Inn’s Linger Longer Pavilion ...
05/11/2026

🎶✨ THIS FRIDAY kicks off the Summer Music Series!

Join us May 15 from 6–9 PM at the Mentone Inn’s Linger Longer Pavilion for an evening of live music with Will Dooley & Friends, with Parker Thomas opening the show.

Bring your camp chairs, your favorite people, and settle in for a relaxing night under the stars. Enjoy loaded nachos and hot dogs from Amy’s Catering, plus sweet treats from Granny D’s.

🎨 Bonus: Free art activity for kids + Little River Arts Council merch and 2026 event cards available on-site!

📍 Behind the Mentone Inn, 6139 AL-117, Mentone
🎉 Free & open to all

🎶 Spend your Sunday afternoon with live acoustic music, scenic canyon views, and a little extra savings!The May Gulf Son...
05/07/2026

🎶 Spend your Sunday afternoon with live acoustic music, scenic canyon views, and a little extra savings!

The May Gulf Songwriter Series returns Sunday, May 17, from 2–4 p.m. at the Little River Canyon Center featuring singer-songwriter Kelli Johnson with special guest Reese Burke.

🎟️ Advance tickets are just $15 — and you can take $5 off with code: SAVE$5LRA

Seats are limited, so grab yours now using the link below before they’re gone.
https://www.jsu.edu/epic/canyonconcerts/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D201224827

🎨✨ The Big Art Pop-Up is back!Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10 AM–3 PM for a day filled with creativity, commun...
05/07/2026

🎨✨ The Big Art Pop-Up is back!

Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10 AM–3 PM for a day filled with creativity, community, and fun in beautiful Mentone, Alabama. Hosted by the Little River Arts Council & Mentone Inn, this small-festival-style event brings together talented local artists & makers all in one place.

Browse original artwork and grab some delicious food while you explore the grounds of the Mentone Inn.

🖼️ Come discover something unique—and maybe take a piece of Mentone home with you.

📍 On the grounds of the Mentone In — 6139 AL-117, Mentone, AL
🎉 Free & open to the public

The Summer Music Series kicks off Friday, May 15 from 6–9 PM with Will Dooley & Friends at the Mentone Inn’s Linger Long...
05/06/2026

The Summer Music Series kicks off Friday, May 15 from 6–9 PM with Will Dooley & Friends at the Mentone Inn’s Linger Longer Pavilion. Parker Thomas returns to open the evening—so come early and stay late.

Bring your camp chairs, grab some loaded nachos and hot dogs from Amy’s Catering, and don’t skip dessert from Granny D's.

This FREE, family-friendly event also features a complimentary art activity for kids of all ages. Be sure to stop by the Little River Arts Council tent to check out our new spring t-shirts and pick up a 2026 Events card.

✨ Music. Food. Art. Under the stars.

📍 May 15 | 6–9 PM
Behind the Mentone Inn

🎶✨ Join us for the 2026 Summer Music Series—four unforgettable evenings of live music on the lawn at the Mentone Inn’s L...
05/04/2026

🎶✨ Join us for the 2026 Summer Music Series—four unforgettable evenings of live music on the lawn at the Mentone Inn’s Linger Longer Pavilion. Bring your chairs, your favorite beverage, and your favorite people, and settle in for music under the stars.

Food will be available on-site, so come hungry and stay awhile!

🗓 6:00–9:00 PM (CST)
📍 Mentone Inn | Linger Longer Pavilion

Lineup:
May 15 – Will Dooley & Parker Thomas
June 6 – Black Sedan Band
July 11 – Dennis Parker & Friends (James Taylor Tribute)
August 15 – NACC Mustang String Band & NACC Theatre

🎵 Free & open to all—just bring a chair and enjoy the night.

Always a great time at Finster Fest! We'll see you in September!
05/02/2026

Always a great time at Finster Fest! We'll see you in September!

Little River Arts Council now has two new t-shirt styles in the gallery! Swing by, check them out, and take home your ne...
04/25/2026

Little River Arts Council now has two new t-shirt styles in the gallery! Swing by, check them out, and take home your new favorite tee!

Limited quantities—come grab yours before they’re gone!

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5866 E. River Road
Mentone, AL
35984

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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