2012 EVENTS
February 3-5 • Altrusa's 45th Annual Antique Show and Sale
Want to find some unique bargains? JOIN US at Convention Hall in Gadsden, 344 1st St. Only $5 admission charge. Dealers from throughout the south offer furniture, glassware, silver, linens, jewelry, and other collectables. Meals served. Door prizes, Fri.& Sat. 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. Sun. 11:00-4:00. 256-546-8737 or e-mail: mjkampfer@hotmail.com
February 3 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at DGI 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
February 4 • Downtown Gadsden Inc.'s Chili Cook-Off
The HEAT is on!! Have you got a special chili recipe that you're willing to put to the ultimate test? Bring it to Downtown Gadsden - in front of Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts, 12p.m.-3p.m. 256-547-8696.
February 18 • Pancake Day
The Kiwanis Club of Gadsden’s annual pancake day fundraiser will take place at Convention Hall, Gadsden from 6a.m.-2p.m.. Contact any Kiwanis Club Member.
February 27-March 31 • Student Art Exhibit
Exhibition & Leo Reynolds Galleries to be on display at The Gadsden Museum of Art.
256-546-7365
February 29 -March 2 • ABA Music Performance Assessment ♬♬♬
Come and let us be the judge! Gadsden City High School Band Auditorium, between the hours of 8:30a.m.-4:00p.m. there will be a Music Performance Assessment. This will provide qualified bands with an opportunity to be evaluated and criticized by a panel of qualified adjudicators. Bands are classed by enrollment size of the school and are evaluated within the classification. Bands typically perform 3 selections within a period of time not to exceed 25 minutes. For additional info please visit http://vgicom.net/gchsband/eventsdoc.html
March 1 • Noccalula Falls Opening for The Season
Call for info on tickets, season passes, or a family pass! 256-549-4663
March 1-3 • Bama Bash
Let's go play in the dirt! Bama Bash is a Dirt Track Race that takes place at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
March 2 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at DGI 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
April 6 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at DGI 256- 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
April 7 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
April 7 • Coosa River Team Trail
Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.
Director, Barbara Wetzel at 256-413-7337 or visit www.CoosaRiverTeamTrail.com
April 9-14 • Southeastern Plein Air Festival Invitational & Exhibit
Invited artists will be painting in beautiful Gadsden and other various locations in Etowah County. Afterwards, The Gadsden Museum of Art will have their work displayed and for sale. 256-546-7365.
April 13 • International Festival
The GSCC International Program will host its annual International Festival and Bazaar at Convention Hall in Gadsden. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. to allow attendees to view displays of many different cultures. Dinner and entertainment will begin at 6 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 256-549-8438.
April 13 & 14 • Smoke on the Falls BBQ Festival
Noccalula Falls Park --BBQ Festival at Noccalula Falls Park, Professional and Amateur teams, People's Choice Contest, Live Music, Vendors, and Children’s Fun Area. Gates open Fri., 4 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.; Awards Ceremony, Sat., 4 p.m. Janet Tarrance at 256-549-4663.
April 14 • Alabama Chocolate Festival
This event takes place in the Rainbow Plaza located in Rainbow City, AL and includes a full lineup of live music, carnival rides, a giant chocolate fountain, a chocolate taste-off, games, food, prizes, arts & crafts, & chocolate recipe contests. 10a.m.-8p.m. Beth Lee 256-413-1201.
April 14 • Coosa Valley Model Railroad Association 25th Annual Train Show
This event will take place at Convention Hall, Gadsden (344 South First St) from 9a.m.-4p.m. There will be operating layouts, hot food, snack bar & door prizes! Admission is $5, Children 12 and under are free. Admission includes entrance to The Mary G Hardin Center for Cultural Arts (Home of the HO Scale 26' x 72' CVMRR Museum Layout) the day of the show.
205-594-7478.
April • Ancestor Swap Meet
Let's get together- yeah, yeah, yeah! Do a little research together, that is! This swap is hosted by The Northeast Alabama Genealogical Society, from 8:30a.m.-3:30p.m. at The Gadsden Senior Activity Center, Speaker J. Mark Lowe. Come meet & swap information with your friends and research buddies at this fun networking workshop!!
April • Humane Society of Etowah County Annual Fundraiser
The Annual fund raiser will take place at Convention Hall. 256-549-4669.
April 14 • “The Foothills Spring Classic” Cycling Event
Ride begins in Rainbow City and is hosted by the YMCA of the Coosa Valley. It is 100, 62 and 28-mile routes. Get ready to pedal!! 256-547-4947.
April • Annual Patriot Golf Tournament
Fund raising Golf Tournament scheduled to take place at Twin Bridges Golf Course.
Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association 256-467-4042.
April • Hwy 132 18-Mile Yard Sale
From the Hwy 132/Hwy 278 intersection in Altoona to Oneonta in Etowah County.
Bobby or Margaret Milam 205-589-2311.
May • Gadsden EYO Spring Strings in Concert
Mary G Hardin Center for Cultural Arts- Enjoy the Etowah Youth Orchestras Spring Strings Concert featuring the June Moore Bugg Prelude Strings and the Etowah String Philharmonic. 2p.m. 256-543-2787.
May 4 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
May 5 • The Great Alabama Duck Race
Are your ducks in a row? Nahhh! It's not about skill. It's pure chance . . . and FUN!! This fun race is in beautiful Gadsden, on the Coosa River, and is the largest fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Alabama. Adopt your duck today!! Duck Central 256-546-6144.
May 5 • The Fish Market’s Annual Crawfish Boil
Bring your blankets & chairs, Saturday from 2p.m.-10p.m. behind The Fish Market Restaurant. Portion of proceeds benefit James M. Barrie, Center for Children Inc. Live entertainment. ♬ Free admission. 256-547-4141.
May 5 • City of Gadsden's Annual Kid's Fishing Rodeo
Water you doing?!? Well, Let's go fishing! The first kids to register for this fun fishing tournament always get a free rod & reel. Don't miss out on a chance to let your little ones catch that trophy bass! 256-549-4680.
May 5 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
May 10-13 • US Hwy 11/Antique Alley Yard Sale
US Hwy 11/Antique Alley Yard Sale is a 502-mile road-side sale along US Hwy 11 from Meridian, Mississippi to Bristol, Virginia. This sale runs through Attalla, Reece City, & Keener in Etowah County. Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.
May 12 • Altoona Day
Altoona Day City Celebration includes music, food, arts & crafts, classic cars, various displays. Takes place at The Altoona Recreation Center and softball field from 11a.m.-7p.m. For more information call Kevin Wilbert at 205-589-2654.
May 17 • Third Thursday ♬
Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere!
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.
May 19 • Glencoe Annual Celebration in the Park
Help honor our veterans with live music and entertainment, games, rides and more.
256-492-1425.
May 20 • God Rocks GadRock ♬
This is a Christian Rock concert….not Alternative, Country or Pop ….HARD CHRISTIAN ROCK. Takes place at The Amp (Mort Glosser Amphitheater).
Brandon Murray at 256-413-1029.
May 20-June 30 • Photography Competition & Exhibit
Exhibition & Leo Reynolds Galleries display.
Gadsden Museum of Art at 256-546-7365
May • Gadsden Etowah Youth Orchestras Spring Formal Concert ♬
Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts- Come listen to the nationally recognized Etowah Youth Orchestras. Featuring the Etowah Symphonic Wind Ensemble and the Etowah Youth Symphony Orchestra at Wallace Hall on the Campus of Gadsden State. 2 p.m. 256-543-2787.
May 26 • Coosa River Team Trail
Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.
Director, Barbara Wetzel 256-413-7337 or visit www.CoosaRiverTeamTrail.com
May 28 • Memorial Day Service
Memorial service takes place at the Ola Lee Mize Patriots Park located inside Noccalula Falls Park, Gadsden. Hosted by the Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association. 10a.m.-12p.m.
256-467-4042 or e-mail gepa1@ymail.com.
June 1 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. (256) 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
June 2 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
June • Rockin’ on the River
5k & 10k Run, Family Fun Run/Walk, Gadsden, YMCA of the Coosa Valley. 256-547-4947.
June 8 & 9 • Gadsden Riverfest ♬
A weekend of good music, right here on the River in beautiful Gadsden--Annual event hosted by The Chamber, Gadsden & Etowah County. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with great musical entertainment, fireworks, arts, crafts, food, teen board-walk bash, kids play area and much more.
Friday-gates open at 4p.m., Saturday-gates open at 1p.m. Weekend passes are $25.
256-543-3472.
June 14-17 • Gadsden Street Rod Show
Get your motor runnin'!! Head to Noccalula Falls Campground area, where the Gadsden Street Rod Association hosts their annual Rod Run. Friday & Saturday 8a.m.-5p.m., Sunday 8a.m.-1p.m. Over 500 cars & over 300 vendors. If you're in the market for cars, parts, or even if you're just a car lover. Come enjoy this fun weekend with us!. Steve Fleming 256-492-2950.
June 20 • Rally North America
Over 80 cars/trucks from across the United States will be stopping in Gadsden, on their way to Fort Walton Beach, Florida from Noblesville, Indiana. The "fleet" ranges from a Toyota Prius thru semi-exotic types. They will have over 200 participants, all to support this year's charity- The Accelerate Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis (www.acceleratedcure.org).
Dale Clough, Rally North America - Administration 413-386-3494.
June 21 • Third Thursday
♬ Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere!
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.
June 23 • Barbarian Challenge
This event will take place at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground from 7a.m.-6p.m. This isn't your Granny's 5k race! This is the toughest race you'll love! Do you have what it takes to be a barbarian!? Get Ready Gadsden Alabama. Visit www.barbarianchallenge.com
Xtreme Events, LLC 888.374.3371 scottc@barbarianchallenge.com
July 4 • Independence Day Celebration
It's a beautiful Fireworks Spectacular on the banks of the beautiful Coosa River!! Don't miss it. Bring your blankets, show starts 9 p.m. Hosted by The Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association. 256-467-4042.
July 6 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256- 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
July 7 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
July 10- August 31 • Juried Art Show
Leo Reynolds & Grand Galleries to be on display at The Gadsden Museum of Art.
256-546-7365.
July 21 • Southside Cityfest
Take a break from the summer heat and come relax at a community festival with good food and even better music! Southside High School 2p.m.-10p.m. and includes vendors, live entertainment, and a fireworks finale. Pam Brasher 256-442-9775 ext 130.
July • Etowah County Fair Grounds Car, Truck, & Tractor Show
There's going to be a lot of Revvin' & Rumblin' at the Etowah County Fair Grounds on Saturday & Sunday 8a.m.-until. Registration starts at 8a.m. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, Money Tree, Cake Walk, Moon Walk for Kids, Entertainment provided by: The Crossroads Cruisers.
Lisa Turner at The Attalla Information & Development Center 256-538-1872, Randall Green 256-490-5432, Alex Khan 256-393-4414, or The Fair Office 256-538-2815.
July 19 • Third Thursday
Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30 p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere!
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.
July 27 & 28 • Boys & Girls Club 38th Annual Rodeo
Put your boots on & round up the Cowboys & Cowgirls for this outdoor rodeo with calf roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, bronc riding, & more. Come show your skills!!
Pam 256-546-5437.
August 2-5 • The World’s Longest Yard Sale
Are you a serious bargain shopper or do you just like the occasional yard sale? Either way, it doesn't get any better than this! Gadsden, Alabama section goes from Noccalula Falls Park to the Etowah/Dekalb County Line. 8 miles of road-side sales.
256-549-4663 for vendor information
256-549-0351 for shopping, maps, lodging, dining & local attraction information.
August 3 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m.
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
August 4 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway.This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
August 18 • Honey Bee Awareness Day
Live honey bee exhibits, free honey tasting, also you will get to view & purchase beekeeping equipment and honey-related products. Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.
August 16 • Third Thursday
Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere! Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256.547.8696.
August 18 • Habitat Dragon Boat Festival
Come out and enjoy this ALL DAY event at the Coosa Riverwalk! Watch the spectacle of 46-foot Dragon Boats powered by 20 paddlers rowing to the beat of the drummer as teams race on a course on the Coosa River perfect for spectators! Food, entertainment, and vendors will add to the excitement! 256-543-1898.
August 18 • Coosa River Team Trail
Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.
Director, Barbara Wetzel at 256-413-7337 or visit www.CoosaRiverTeamTrail.com
August 25 • Gadsden-Etowah County Cobbler Festival
There's nothing like good old-fashioned home cookin'! Show us what you've got. Festivities include a catered dinner, as well as a live and silent auction, entertainment, kids activities, arts & crafts vendors, door prizes and much more!
Andre Patterson 256-458-7494 or visit www.GadsdenEtowahCobblerFestival.com
September 1 • Dirt Track Racing
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
September 4-October 13 • Statewide Quilt Show
Beautiful arts & craft type of exhibit that has a story behind each and every stitch of thread. The Gadsden Museum of Art 256-546-7365.
September 7 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. (256) 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
September • Hokes Bluff Lions Club Annual Car Show
Get your motors runnin' and roll on into the Hokes Bluff city park (5833 Gilliland St), 8a.m.-4p.m., the participant cost is $25.00 per vehicle. Antique cars, tractors and motorcycles.
Donald Jarrells 256-492-5916 or Bobbie Reeves 256-492-0916.
September • Etowah County Fair
The fair is in town! That's right! Entertainment nightly, Unlimited rides, games, food, contests & prizes! Wed.-Fri.: 6pm-9pm, Sat:12p.m.-9p.m Bobby Cline 256-538-0538.
September 20 • Third Thursday
♬ Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere! Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.
September 27-30 • Hwy 411 Yard-Sale
Yard-Sale vendors on U.S. Hwy 411 passing through Etowah County for approx 18 miles of road-side sales. 256-549-0351.
September 29 & 30 • Coosa River Team Trail Championship
Water you doing? Well, check this out---Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake. Can you reel em in like a pro?
Barbara Wetzel at 256-413-7337 or visit www.CoosaRiverTeamTrail.com
September • Monster Truck Wars
Come watch the battle in the dirt at Greenvalley Speedway. Two full shows on Friday & Saturday. Fan Show & Shine. 4X4 Tug of War & Ugly Truck Competition PLUS: KMSA Mod Mini Stock $5,000 to win!! Elvis & his KMSA Crew roll into "The Valley." "Georgia Mini Sprints" both nights. Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
October 5 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I.256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
October 5 & 6 • David Hare Memorial Race Event
Dirt Track Race at Green Valley Speedway. This is family-friendly atmosphere so whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, Join us! Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.
October 13 • Halloween Super Bash
Outdoor October Festival for the whole family. This event includes rides on the Ghost Town Express Train, Costumed Characters, Vendors and more! Event will take place at Noccalula Falls, Gadsden from 3p.m.-8p.m. Admission is $5 per person. 256-549-4663.
October - November • Annual Southeastern Plein Air Open Paintout
All artists are welcome and encouraged to come and share your talent. Painting on location October 10-October 14, with their work being displayed and on sale through November 5.
Gadsden Museum of Art at 256-546-7365.
October • Allis-Chalmers G-Roundup
The public is invited and encouraged to help celebrate the history of the Allis-Chalmers "G" tractor, which once was built in Gadsden. The Weiss Lake Power Association along with the city of Gadsden will present the "G" Roundup Antique Tractor Show at the old Allis-Chalmers plant at 620 E. Meighan Blvd. Diane Turner 256-492-7779.
October • Annual Harvest Festival
Get to STOMPIN' and head to Wills Creek Vineyards for their annual harvest Grape Stomp. Featuring live music, food, grape stomping contests, & Vineyard hayrides. 12p.m.-6p.m.
Wills Creek Vineyards 256-538-5452.
October 20 • Attalla Heritage Day Celebration
From 9a.m.-5p.m., City of Attalla- Antiques, music, arts & crafts, entertainment, vendors.
Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.
October 18 • Third Thursday
Third Thursdays - Grab your coolers, dinner and a lawn chair and join us at the water wall – between the Pitman Theatre and Senior Activity Center – every third Thursday of the month, 6p.m.-8:30p.m. Kick back and enjoy great music in this relaxing atmosphere!
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.
October 27 • 4th Annual Howl-O-Weenie Paw-ty
Downtown Gadsden hosts the 4th Annual Howl-O-Weenie Paw-ty at 10a.m. Bring your pooches and fur babies out for a day full of fun fall festivities that are all not just pet-friendly but are meant just for them! Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
November 2 • First Friday
Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m. Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256- 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
November 3 • Service Guild Rummage Sale
Get ready to rack up some bargains!! Come to Gadsden Convention Hall where you can get more for your money at this awesome rummage sale. 256-549-4669
November • Gadsden Etowah Youth Orchestras Fall Formal Concert ♬
Mary G Hardin Center--Come hear the nationally recognized Etowah Youth Orchestras. The concert will feature the Etowah Symphonic Wind Ensemble and the Etowah Youth Symphony Orchestra. 2 p.m. 256-543-2787
November -December • Festival of Trees XXII
An exhibit of uniquely decorated Christmas Trees displayed at the Mary G Hardin Center for Cultural Arts. The trees are decorated by local businesses, schools, & organizations, showing off Christmas Spirit. Be sure to come out and view all the beauty & creativity behind these joyfully designed displays. 256-543-2787.
November 29 - December 23 • Christmas at the Falls
Christmas at the Falls is an incredible annual holiday display at Noccalula Falls Park. Featuring millions of lights, the park includes many scenes synchronized to holiday music. Park visitors may stroll through the mesmerizing display on foot or take an exciting train ride through the park. Christmas at the Falls includes Train Ride, Pioneer Village, write Santa a letter at the old post office, visit with Santa & viewing of Noccalula Falls. You may also buy some hot cocoa or kettle corn, make a Christmas cookie. In addition to all the fun festivities, a notably spectacular array of light and colors, one of Northeast Alabama’s most stunning natural attractions, the 90-foot waterfall into Black Creek Ravine. The natural wonder of Noccalula Falls Park, combined with the magnificent holiday light display make Christmas at the Falls a perennial holiday favorite for the entire family. Hours are 5p.m.-9p.m. nightly. Admission is $5 for ages 6 years and up, 5 years and under-FREE. Don't miss out on fun for the whole family. Make memories at Christmas at the Falls! Noccalula Falls Park at 256-549-4663.
December 7 • North Pole Stroll, City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony & First Friday
Santa & Mrs. Claus (MANY of them), will take a stroll down Broad St toward the lawn of the city hall for the lighting of the Christmas tree. Come be a part of great fellowship & fun! Downtown Gadsden “First Friday” features classic cars, food vendors, special sales from downtown merchants, entertainment, shopping, dancers, and much more. From 6p.m.-9p.m.
Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org
December • Attalla Downtown Christmas Open House
Tis the season for shopping, giving, fellowship and fun! Saturday 10a.m.-p.m., Sunday 1p.m.-4p.m. Entertainment at the Gazebo with story time and Santa Claus.
Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.
December 7 • Altoona Christmas Parade ♬
Downtown Altoona. Come out and celebrate the spirit of Christmas, 7pm. Kevin Wilbert 205-589-2654.
December 3 • Gadsden Christmas Parade♬
Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas on Broad Street in Downtown Gadsden at 6pm.
Gadsden Parks & Rec at 256-549-4680 or Glenda Selman at 256-549-8420.
December 13 • Attalla Christmas Parade♬
4th St., Downtown Attalla at 6pm.Be sure to stop by the Gazebo for FREE hot cider or coffee & a visit with SANTA CLAUS. Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.
December • Gadsden Etowah Youth Orchestras Winter Strings Concert ♬
Mary G Hardin Center for Cultural Arts--Come hear the nationally recognized Etowah Youth Orchestras. The concert will feature the June Moore Bugg Prelude Strings and Etowah String Philharmonic. 7 p.m. 256-543-2787.
December • Gadsden Etowah Youth Orchestras Holiday Pops Concert ♬
Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts--Come hear the nationally recognized Etowah Youth Orchestras. The concert will feature the Etowah Symphonic Wind Ensemble and the Etowah Youth Symphony Orchestra at Wallace Hall, Gadsden State Community College. 2 p.m.
256-543-2787.
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