Events  
 

 

2012 EVENTS

February 3-5Altrusa'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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brittany Abrams at DGI 256-547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org 

 

April 6First 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

April 7 • Coosa River Team Trail

Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Janet Tarrance at 256-549-4663.

 

April 14Alabama 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Beth Lee 256-413-1201.

 

April 14Coosa 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 205-594-7478.

 

AprilAncestor 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-547-4947.

 

April Annual Patriot Golf Tournament

Fund raising Golf Tournament scheduled to take place at Twin Bridges Golf Course.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association 256-467-4042.

 

AprilHwy 132 18-Mile Yard Sale

From the Hwy 132/Hwy 278 intersection in Altoona to Oneonta in Etowah County.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-543-2787.

 

May 4First 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!!File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Duck Central 256-546-6144.

 

May 5The 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

May 10-13US 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Lisa Turner at the Attalla Information Center 256-538-1872.

 

May 12Altoona 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!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.

 

May 19Glencoe Annual Celebration in the Park

Help honor our veterans with live music and entertainment, games, rides and more.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-492-1425.

 

May 20God Rocks GadRock

This is a Christian Rock concert….not Alternative, Country or Pop ….HARD CHRISTIAN ROCK. Takes place at The Amp (Mort Glosser Amphitheater).

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brandon Murray at 256-413-1029.

 

May 20-June 30 • Photography Competition & Exhibit

Exhibition & Leo Reynolds Galleries display.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Gadsden Museum of Art at 256-546-7365

 

MayGadsden 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-543-2787.

 

May 26 • Coosa River Team Trail

Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Director, Barbara Wetzel 256-413-7337 or visit www.CoosaRiverTeamTrail.com

 

May 28Memorial 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

June Rockin’ on the River

5k & 10k Run, Family Fun Run/Walk, Gadsden, YMCA of the Coosa Valley. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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).

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Xtreme Events, LLC 888.374.3371 scottc@barbarianchallenge.com

 

July 4Independence 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-467-4042.

 

July 6First 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-546-7365.

 

July 21Southside 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Pam Brasher 256-442-9775 ext 130.

 

JulyEtowah 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.

 

July 27 & 28Boys & 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!!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Pam 256-546-5437.

 

August 2-5The 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-549-4663 for vendor information

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Adam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

August 18Honey Bee Awareness Day

Live honey bee exhibits, free honey tasting, also you will get to view & purchase beekeeping equipment and honey-related products. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgLisa 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-543-1898.

 

August 18 • Coosa River Team Trail

Fishing Tournament to take place on H. Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgAndre 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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 File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Donald Jarrells  256-492-5916 or Bobbie Reeves  256-492-0916.

 

SeptemberEtowah 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  File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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?

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgBarbara 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgAdam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

October 5First 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgAdam Stewart 256-490-8344.

 

October 13Halloween 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Gadsden Museum of Art at 256-546-7365.

 

OctoberAllis-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.  File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Diane Turner 256-492-7779.

 

OctoberAnnual 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgWills 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgLisa 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!

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256-547-8696.

 

October 274th 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Brittany Abrams at D.G.I. 256- 547-8696 or visit www.downtowngadsden.org 

 

November 3Service 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg256-549-4669

 

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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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! File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svgLisa 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg Kevin Wilbert 205-589-2654.

 

December 3 • Gadsden Christmas Parade

Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas on Broad Street in Downtown Gadsden at 6pm.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 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. File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg256-543-2787.

 

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.

File:Black telephone icon from DejaVu Sans.svg 256-543-2787.

 

 

 

 
 
 

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