A hidden gem in Oakman, Alabama.
Where Country
Roots Are Laid
OakVine Village is Calling Your Name
This historic village will serve as a living time machine, where guests can step into an era untouched by smartphones, algorithms, and digital distractions.
Festivals
We’re featuring a full calendar of immersive festivals—ranging from Victorian Christmas markets and haunted October towns to patriotic July 4th reenactments and vibrant spring harvest fairs—all designed to celebrate community, history, and unforgettable fun for the whole family.
Concert Series
OakVine Village will host 20 unforgettable concerts each year, bringing music, community, and the spirit of the South together under the stars.
Good Eats
OakVine Village will feature Wally’s Restaurant, as well as a nostalgic ice cream and sweet shop (coming soon), a lively brand new cookhouse, and a rotating lineup of food trucks and local vendors serving authentic Southern flavors.
Activities
OakVine Village is in the planning phase for exciting new attractions including Battle Bows, mini golf, escape rooms, rage rooms, axe throwing, and more thrilling experiences.
Our mission is to reconnect people with nature, craft, and community—offering a "train to the past" that serves the future of this county and beyond. Heritage and legacy is everything to what we do here.
The main goal of restoring OakVine Village is to transport visitors back to the 1800s, offering a truly immersive, AI-proof experience that disconnects them from modern technology and plunges them into the past.
What's comin' around the bend?
We are currently working hard getting the village up to par. Alot has to happen in the making this space amazing so please be patient with us as we attempt to restore, add on and make new attractions for OakVine Village.
Driven by passion, grounded in purpose, and united by the dream of bringing history and community to life.
Meet the Dream Team.
Allen Lee Oakman
Chief Executive Officer
A visionary entrepreneur and community builder dedicated to restoring OakVine Village as a living tribute to Southern heritage, creativity, and shared prosperity.
Laurie Payne Oakman
Chief Financial Officer
A meticulous CPA and CFO, she ensures every cent is accounted for, balancing ambition with precision to keep OakVine Village financially strong and future-ready.
Casey Sides
Chief Operations Officer
Oversees the weekly operations, staff, facilities, attractions, guest experience, safety, and maintenance of OakVine Village to ensure every area runs efficiently, profitably, and consistently delivers an exceptional visitor experience.
Nick Burnett
SMRT -
Strategic Marketing & Regional Tourism
Leads market research, branding, tourism partnerships, and destination marketing to position OakVine Village as a premier regional attraction while driving year-round visitation and revenue.
TerriJo Burnett
Executive Experience Liaison
Designs and oversees every guest interaction at OakVine Village—from arrival to departure—to ensure every visitor enjoys an immersive, memorable, and consistently exceptional experience that inspires repeat visits and positive word-of-mouth.
Brandi Sides
Executive Brand Champion
Serves as the public face and guardian of the OakVine Village brand by building strategic relationships, promoting the mission, ensuring brand consistency, and inspiring community, sponsors, partners, and guests to champion the vision.
Kayla Earnest
CEO - Everlasting
Village Partner
Hospitality and celebration experience by operating Everlasting while planning weddings, receptions, private events, and special gatherings that make guests feel cared for from the first step to the final memory.
Brandon Martin
CEO - B&B Farmlife
Village Partner
Family farm experience by operating the petting zoo and birthday party rooms, creating hands-on animal encounters, memorable children’s celebrations, and a warm country attraction for families visiting the village.
Frankie Stinnett
CEO- Caffeine Canteen
Village Partner
She rocks out the coffee and sweet shop experience by serving handcrafted drinks, desserts, and grab-and-go treats that give guests a cozy place to relax, recharge, and enjoy something sweet during their visit.
Kyra Walls
CEO - Sumtin' Good
Village Partner
The heart of the food experience at OakVine Village by operating a welcoming country-style restaurant that serves great meals, supports events, strengthens guest satisfaction, and helps make the village feel like a true destination.
Kris Nelson
Pastor - Cowboy Church
Village Partner
He leads OakVine Village’s Cowboy Church by creating a welcoming faith-centered gathering where guests, families, and the community can experience worship, encouragement, fellowship, and old-fashioned country values in the heart of the village.
Kevin Holland
CEO- Sovereign Werx
Village Partner
With hands-on training and education mission by developing survival, leadership, craftsmanship, and youth programs that turn the village into a place where families can learn real-world skills, build confidence, and grow stronger together.
< Some New Plans Ahead
We hope to really focus 2026 on our activities within the park. Eagerly taking on new partnerships to get some things to entertain after we get the eateries up and running. We are juggling alot of ideas and plans but excited to make these visions come to life.
Allen Oakman
Join the adventure — experience OakVine Village where every moment makes history!
We’re here to entertain, inspire, and bring people together through timeless experiences that celebrate the heart of Southern fun.
