Things to Do in Dothan Alabama

Dothan, Alabama, often flies under the radar, but this Wiregrass city has plenty to offer. Known as the Peanut Capital of the World, it blends history, art, and family fun. This guide covers the best things to do in Dothan Alabama, from living history to peanut-themed festivals. Because most attractions sit within a short drive of downtown, visitors can combine several stops in a day.

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Step Back in Time at Landmark Park

Landmark Park at 430 Landmark Drive is Alabama’s official Museum of Agriculture. This 135-acre park preserves the natural and cultural heritage of the Wiregrass region. Visitors tour an 1890s living-history farm, explore the Interpretive Center and planetarium, and walk elevated boardwalk trails through pine flatwoods. The park is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed Sundays and major holidays. Adults ages 13 and up pay $5, and children ages 3 to 12 pay $4. Admission varies for special events, such as the annual Fall Farm Day.

Play at Adventureland Theme Park

Adventureland Theme Park at 3738 W. Main Street is a family-oriented mini theme park on US Highway 84 West. It has two 18-hole mini golf courses, a go-kart track with adult, rookie, and double karts, water-gun bumper boats, batting cages, an arcade, and the Mad Max Virtual Roller Coaster. The park is open year-round with no gate admission, so guests pay only for the attractions they choose. Typical hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Check the park’s website for current packages.

Explore the Wiregrass Museum of Art

The Wiregrass Museum of Art at 126 Museum Avenue fills the historic Municipal Light and Water Plant in downtown Dothan. Six galleries feature changing exhibits of contemporary work, with a special focus on Alabama artists, plus selections from the permanent collection. General admission is always free. The museum is open Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and by appointment on Monday and Tuesday. In addition, the Mural City Art Fest takes place each year on the first Saturday in May.

Honor a Legacy at the George Washington Carver Interpretive Museum

The George Washington Carver Interpretive Museum at 305 N. Foster Street honors Dr. Carver’s scientific legacy and the contributions of other African Americans. It occupies a renovated Greyhound bus station that was once segregated. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority bought the building in 2000 and opened the museum in 2002. Exhibits include the Carver Room and a mural of Carver by painter Wes Hardin. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from about 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the last tour starts at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday visits are by appointment. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged.

Stroll the Dothan Area Botanical Gardens

The Dothan Area Botanical Gardens at 5130 Headland Avenue cover 50 acres of rose, camellia, and azalea gardens, ponds, fountains, and a butterfly house. Paved trails wind through the displays, and meditation areas offer quiet spots. The gardens are open seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during daylight saving time and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. the rest of the year. Admission is $5 for ages 16 and older and free for younger visitors. In addition, the Scarecrows in the Gardens event returned in October for its 22nd year.

Catch a Show at the Dothan Opera House

The Dothan Opera House, a National Register landmark on North St. Andrews Street, opened on October 8, 1915. Today it hosts concerts, dance recitals, community theater, and film screenings in its historic hall. Its 2026–27 calendar includes Candlelight orchestral concerts and a six-film documentary series with filmmaker Q&As. A hidden mural is painted on the stage’s fire curtain. Check the website or the Dothan Civic Center box office at 126 N. St. Andrews Street for tickets.

Hunt for Downtown Dothan’s Murals

Dothan is famous for its downtown murals. About 23 murals around Foster Street portray local history, from agriculture to a Tuskegee airman to a singing cowboy. The Murals of the Wiregrass project turned downtown into a walkable outdoor gallery. In addition, the Peanuts Around Town sculptures add playful public art. Visit Dothan offers details and maps for planning a walking tour.

Cool Off at Water World

Water World at 401 Recreation Road is a City-run water park known as “Dothan’s Most Exciting Beach.” Its 450,000-gallon wave pool, the Great White tube slide, body slides, a 40-foot speed slide, the Storm Bowl, and Kids Cove keep families cool. The 2026 season opened April 25 for passholders and ran more than 80 days. Because the park is seasonal, plan a visit for late spring through summer, and call 334-615-3750 to confirm hours.

Celebrate at the National Peanut Festival

The National Peanut Festival is the nation’s largest peanut festival, held each fall at the fairgrounds at 5622 US Highway 231 South. The 2026 festival runs November 6 through 15 with amusement rides, agricultural exhibits, concerts, and food. A new Sky Lift aerial ride debuts this year, and the festival parade rolls down Main Street downtown on Saturday, November 14, at 9:30 a.m. Admission is charged, and concerts at the All In Amphitheater have been free with paid fair admission.

Conclusion

These things to do in Dothan Alabama blend history, art, and family fun. Start with Landmark Park and the Wiregrass Museum of Art, then hunt for murals downtown. After that, stroll the Botanical Gardens or catch a show at the Opera House. Because hours and seasons change, check each website before you go.

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