Attractions and Events
The City of Calera maintains a large city park with illuminated facilities for football, baseball, softball, tennis and basketball. The park also features playground equipment, picnic pavilions, and hiking paths.
Calera is home to the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum; a three-block area which features antique locomotives and railcars, a railroad museum and excursion train rides. "Thomas the Tank Engine" is an annual attraction, expected to draw crowds in excess of 20,000 this year! Come see the "world renowned" Heart of Dixie" Railroad museum.
Come visit the past and be a part of history! The American Village, located just outside near-by Montevallo, will transport you to the time of the birth of our nation.
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum's Facebook Page
2009: Friday, Nov. 27 - 9AM, 11AM, 2PM 2009: Friday, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18 - 5:00PM, 6:30PM, 8:00PM “All Aboard” says the conductor, as your train ride begins. Families are sure to enjoy their trip to the North Pole, complete with a reading of The Polar Express™ and chocolate milk and cookies served on board the train. Upon arrival at the North Pole, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit everyone on the train and each child will receive the "First Gift of Christmas", just like in the story. Sing Christmas carols as you return to the depot. Wear your pajamas! Click Here For More Polar Express InformationPumpkin Patch Express
2009: Every Saturday in October 10AM, 1PM, 3PM
2009: Every Sunday in October - 1PM, 3PM
The entire family will enjoy an autumn ride aboard the Pumpkin Patch Express. Join in the fun as we visit the pumpkin patch for a hayride, jumpstation, coloring, and fun temporary tatoos! Pick our your favorite pumpkin from the patch for only $5!Santa Special
2009: Saturdays, Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 - 9AM, 11AM, 2PM
2009: Sundays Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20 - 11AM, 2PM
Santa rides the train with you! Tell him what you would like for Christmas as he poses for photos. Each child will receive a Christmas gift! All seats (age 2 years and older) $15, plus processing fee.The Polar Express™
Tickets on Sale October 26, 2009 at 9AM!
2009: Saturdays, Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 - 5:00PM, 6:30PM, 8:00PM
2009: Sundays Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20 - 5:00PM, 6:30PM, 8:00PM
All aboard! Next stop - the North Pole!
Join us for a magical trip inspired by the award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg. This classic holiday favorite comes to life as you and your family take a ride to the North Pole.
Calera Farmers Market Information
With the extensive knowledge and resources provided by the Alabama Farmers Market Authority, along with the complete support of the City of Calera's government and great community excitement we are thrilled to announce that the
Calera Farmers Market will open for the 2010 Summer Season on June 1, 2010.
The Calera Market will be located at: 9758 Hwy 25, Calera, Al 35040 in the parking lot of Oliver Park.
We will open each Tuesday from June 1st to August 17
th 3:00PM - 7:00PM ~ Rain or Shine ~unless severe weather poses a danger to vendors or customers.
Help us spread the word that right here in the great City of Calera neighbors are coming together to buy fresh local produce straight from the great Alabama farmers who grew it. We hope you and your family will look forward to Summer Tuesday afternoon and evenings as a time to enjoy simple down home company with those in your community.
Visit our Fan Page on Facebook ~ just search Calera Farmers Market & become a fan! Be sure & follow CaleraMarket on Twitter ~ http://twitter.com/caleramarket
Need more info? Contact Rebecca Krueger at 205-281-1975



