Noble Street Festival and Sunny King Criterium
Noble Street Festival returns on Saturday, April 11, 2026 for the 24th year!
The Sunny King Criterium brings a kaleidoscope of colors and whirl of action to Anniston with twenty exciting bicycle races in Downtown Anniston. Nine hours of live web streaming showcase the sights and sounds to cycling fans across the U.S., and around the globe. Racing action will be called by professional sports commentators Brad Sohner and Lauren Hall. It’s one of the best days of racing to watch in person, or online, providing valuable exposure for the hundreds of competitors and their teams as well as area tourism.
“There’s no better place to start up the criterium racing season for USA Cycling’s Pro Road Tour than in Anniston. It’s a fast, smooth course in downtown with plenty of spectators. Being close to Talladega, speed is the name of the game for the Sunny King Criterium,” said Sohner.
Sunny King Automotive Group continues as a longtime supporter of the Sunny King Criterium. Admission for spectators is free for all bicycle races, making it one of the most unique professional sporting events in the country. A portion of proceeds from all bicycle race registration fees are donated to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life chapter of Calhoun County. Since 2002, more than $200,000 has been raised for cancer research and patient support.
Be part of the fun!
Check out the ways you can participate in Noble Street Festival!
Vendor application
You can download the vendor application below. All applications must be received no later than March 27, 2026.
kid race registration form
There are opportunities for kids to participate in the Criterium: the Noble Street Festival Kids Bike Race.
2026 Vendors
Food Trucks
Let’s B Sweet
Kona Ice
Travelin’ Tom’s
MC’s Peanuts
JA Concessions
Royal Slush
The Lemonade Bar
Roll Cajun
Waffle Stop
Corndogg Cravins
Pelican’s SnoBalls
Funkee Franks
Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine
Little Lemon Lemonade
Good to the Bone
Q & A Concessions
Down South Catering
Artisans & More
Walk by Faith Handmade Creatives
Stephney Wreaths
Paparazzi
A.M. Earth Creations Candle Co.
Oxford Chess Club
Cheaha Cheer and Tumble
Smokehouse Foods
Together We Create
Dooglebugs Crystal and Treasures
Fort McClellan Credit Union
Anniston Runners Club
97.9 VOK
Marks Artisan Woodcrafts
Rosa Kate Designs
Linked by BAM
Sports Authority
Renewal by Anderson
and many more!
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Festival Attractions
Noble Street Festival boasts of “something for everyone”. With crowds of 8500-10,000+ we guarantee that the whole family will enjoy their time in Downtown Anniston on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
Returning this year is the Sunny King Kid Zone with FREE inflatables. Within the action packed Kid Zone you will find Big Sam the Balloon Man, Whit’z Kidz, face painting, and so much more.
In the heart of Noble Street Festival you will find the music stage with live music all day. Check below for more information on this year’s music lineup.
We expect to see more vendors than ever before, allowing you to shop with 50+ food and craft vendors.
Sunny King Music Stage presented by 97.9 VOK.
Live Music!
Join us in the heart of the festival at the Sunny King Music Stage!
11:15 AM
Kevin Moore Music
2:15 PM
Reese Burke
12:45 PM
Sticky Foot
4:30 PM
Stadium Drive
Did you know?
Since 2002, the Sunny King Criterium has donated over $200,000 to Relay for Life of Calhoun County. Help us reach our 2026 goal of $10,000. Thank you for racing with us!
Volunteer!
If you are interested in volunteering at Noble Street Festival, contact Sherrie Carter 256-454-4500 or rflcalhoun@gmail.com!
