The following story was written by Terry Schrimscher of the Trussville Tribune.

IRONDALE, Ala. (TRIBUNE) — The 2025 Irondale Music Festival will take place this Saturday, September 20, at Beacon Park in Irondale. The 4th annual event, hosted by Mayor James D. Stewart Jr., will serve as a celebration of the city’s 138th birthday.

“Music Fest has come to be one of those special traditions that brings our city together,” Stewart said. “We’re proud to showcase incredible talent right here in Irondale, while also highlighting our continued growth and community spirit.”

Admission is free and gates open at 3:00 p.m. with music beginning at 4:00 p.m. This year’s festival will feature Ken Ford, an electric violinist nicknamed the “King of Strings” and 2024 Smooth Jazz Network Artist of the Year,

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