As the weather warms, communities across the region come alive with music, food, arts, and hometown celebrations. Explore the festivals on our calendar and start planning...
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Find the best place to throw a line. Get the scoop on a can't-miss play. Relive the history of this rich region. Your perfect adventure awaits. North Alabama boasts majestic natural wonders, picture perfect waterfalls, sparkling rivers and lakes, fun-filled festivals, colorful and vibrant art scenes, internationally-acclaimed music and food, a diverse cultural scene and rich and compelling history. Whether you’re gazing at a hot air balloon, enjoying a local delicacy, or shaking it to some soul music, there’s always something festive happening in North Alabama.
Our Trails
Plot your North Alabama journey today to experience the blue waters, soaring mountains, rich cultural history, and amazing attractions that millions of travelers enjoy every year.
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Tigers for Tomorrow
The Preserve is open all year long on the weekends and we do add additional hours during holidays and Spring-Summer -Fall.
You can visit the preserve by purchasing general admission- allows you to spend as much time as you want on a walk about of the preserve
Cook Museum of Natural Science
20% off one full price item from the Museum Store
The Museum Store has the perfect gift for any occasion. Located inside the Cook Museum, the Museum Store is open to the general public without an Exhibits admission ticket. Choose from a wide range of items with price points for every budget. Whether you’re looking for a locally inspired souvenir, a special piece of jewelry, nature-inspired home décor, fun science experiments, books, toys, or more you’ll find something for everyone.
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Events
See All EventsAlabama Veterans' Uplift
American Legion Post 25 in Moulton proudly announces nine weeks of community-wide patriotic…
Belle Mont Celtic Festival
Celebrating the historical significance of the Scottish heritage of people for whom Belle Mont was…
Golden Hour
Ease into your Friday evenings at Golden Hour, a laid-back summer series where music, nature, and…
2026 Huntsville Classic featuring Rob Thomas
Rob Thomas still pushes himself to progress as both a performer and a songwriter. Even after…
La Famiglia Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join us every Saturday for an unforgettable evening filled with live music and mouthwatering eats…
Mom & Me Tea
Celebrate the women who help our lives blossom at an elegant and heartwarming Mother’s Day tea in…
Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo
Plenty of rodeo action is expected to hit the dirt the third Friday and Saturday when the annual…
Annual Arley Day Festival, Car Show and Parade
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL, CAR SHOW & PARADE May 16, 2026 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Hamner Park, Helicon…
Coalfest
The North Alabama community of Brilliant pays tribute to its roots in the coal mining industry with…
Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
More than 60 big, beautiful hot-air balloons will fill the sky above Decatur, Ala., the last weekend…
9-1-1 Festival
In 1968, Alabama Speaker of the House Rankin Fite placed the first 911 emergency call from City Hall…
First Friday in Downtown Gadsden
April - October & December Downtown Gadsden is the place to be the first Friday of the month…
June Fling
The Oneonta Business Association invites locals and visitors to make their way to the downtown area…
Miracle Worker Play
An outdoor drama depicting the life of America’s first lady of courage attracts thousands of…
Bluegrass Saturday
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
The indoor theater, the Dual Destiny Theater, will host bluegrass concerts the first Saturday of…