The Depot Days Festival rolls into Hartselle each year on the third Saturday in September, bringing a day of free family-friendly fun and entertainment to the historic depot and downtown area. Hosted by the Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce, the Depot Days Festival is a tribute to the railroad industry and its contribution to Hartselle and the North Alabama region. In addition to the one-day celebration, there are additional activities planned in the week leading up to the event. Depot Days Festival gets underway at 8 a.m. and lasts until 4 p.m. Activities include a car, truck, and motorcycle show, music performances, food and craft vendors, an art show, a tractor and engine show, and a variety of fun and games for children.