Nightlife & Live Music

After dark

Downtown Piedmont offers relaxed, small-town nightlife with great food, live music, and community events. Many venues are within walking distance of each other and the Chief Ladiga Trail crossing.

Bar & grill • Live music

Shell’s Downtown

Bar & grill with a lively atmosphere, great food, and live music on select nights. A favorite post-ride hangout for trail users and locals.

105 N Center Ave, Piedmont, AL 36272

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Music venue • Events

The Place Downtown

Dedicated live-music and event venue just off West Ladiga Street, hosting regional bands, special concerts, and community events throughout the year.

104–108 W Ladiga St, Piedmont, AL 36272

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Evening hangout

Pinhoti Pizza Company

Trail-side restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating that works well for casual evening gatherings, group rides, and events connected to Optimist Park and the Chief Ladiga Trail.

107 S Main St, Piedmont, AL 36272

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Coffee & small groups

Elevated Grounds Coffee Shop

A cozy spot for later-day coffee meetups, small groups, and post-ride hangs. Check their channels for extended hours on event days.

110 S Center Ave, Piedmont, AL 36272

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Art parties & events

My Sweet Escape Paint Parties & Art

Studio on West Ladiga Street hosting themed paint-party nights, private events, and special art workshops that often extend into the evening.

110 W Ladiga St, Piedmont, AL 36272

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Events in downtown Piedmont

Cyclists racing through downtown Piedmont during an event. — Cycling events occasionally loop through downtown, bringing extra energy to the streets.

Festival in a park with tents, food trucks, and people walking. — Festivals, vendor markets, and food trucks light up the park and trail-side spaces.