2018 Dickens Downtown
2018-12-04 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
An annual Victorian Christmas celebration with caroling and period decorations and characters. The entertainment includes performances of scenes from “A Christmas Carol” by Theatre Tuscaloosa and music by the 5th Alabama Regimental Band and local choirs. A real English Town Crier and Father Christmas will also make appearances. For more information call 205-758-8651. The event is held annually on the first Tuesday of December.

Walk to End Alzheimer`s
2018-11-04 13:30 - 17:00 | 1 Greensboro Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Join us for the 2018 West Alabama Walk to End Alzheimer’s. When you participate in the walk, your fundraising dollars fuel our mission, and your participation in the event helps to change the level of Alzheimer’s awareness in your community. The Alzheimer’s Association provides free, easy-to-use tools and staff support to help participants reach their fundraising goal. While there is no fee to register, we encourage participants to fundraise and contribute to the cause to raise awareness.
Like our Facebook page, “West Alabama Walk to End Alzheimer’s”, to stay up to date on information concerning the Walk! https://www.facebook.com/TuscaloosaWalktoEndAlzheimers/

ACTFest 2019 Community Theatre Festival
2018-11-02 00:00 - 2018-11-04 00:00
The Public is Invited to Attend: Open seating throughout the festival. The festival typically presents three to five shows per day, each one limited to sixty minutes or less. Each cast and crew have ten minutes to get their set out of a 10×10 square of backstage storage, and get it ready for “curtain.” After the performance professional adjudicators give their analysis to the cast, director, and crew. Thus, everyone in the audience gets to see excellent theater, followed by positive, enlightening and engaging critiques. Festivals have an awards party where the show that will go on to the next level is announced, and awards for acting, directing and producing are given.

November Art Night
2018-11-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Avenue , Northport , AL, 35473, United States
November Art Night features the opening of a show by the Crossroads Arts Alliance of Gordo, Alamabam (Museum Gallery) and selections from Kentuck’s Permanent Collection (Teer Gallery). In the Courtyard of Wonders, live music will be performed by Three-Eyed Cyclops. Kentuck’s 8 Studio Artists will have their studios open for demonstrations, questions, and buying art. Kentuck’s Gallery Shop will be open, and we offer wine samples to members.

A Haunting at the Museum
2018-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Alabama Museum of Natural History, 427 6th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487, United States
Join the Alabama Museum of Natural History and the The Gorgas House Museum to decide for yourself if the UA campus is really haunted during guided, candlelit ghost walks around the Quad, ghostly stories in the Museum and spooky crafts for the kids. Free and fun for all ages. 6:00-8:00 p.m.

47th Annual Kentuck Festival of the Arts
2018-10-20 00:00 - 2018-10-21 00:00 | Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Avenue , Northport , AL, 35473, United States
47th Kentuck Festival of the Arts October 20 & 21, 2018 located at Kentuck Park, 3501 5th Street, Northport, AL is nationally and internationally acclaimed. 270+ folk, visionary, and contemporary artists and expert craftspeople presenting their work to you, free hands-on art-making area for children and throughout the park interactive live demonstrations by expert craftspeople—basket-makers, blacksmiths, woodworkers, traditional potters, fiber and fabric artists, quilters, jewelers, and a glassblower. Live music and story-telling, food and fellowship – this is one of the USA’s Top Ten Art Fairs and Festivals. The event is held annually on the third weekend of October.

13th Annual Halloween Spooktacular at CHOM!
2018-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Come out for the 13th Annual Halloween Spooktacular at CHOM! The event will be held Thursday, October 18, 2018 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
CHOM closes at 4:30 & re-opens at 5:30 pm
Costume + Food Bank item = Admission for each person, adults too! You can purchase tickets for carnival games at the event. For more information call 205-349-4235.

Yuengling Brews & 'Que at The University Club
2018-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 | The University Club, 421 Queen City Avenue, Tuscaloosa, 35401
Yuengling and The University Club present Brews and ‘Que! This year’s annual beer tasting will be open to the public! Enjoy delicious BBQ featuring Yuengling brews, sauces, and seasonings for a night of fun!
Admission is $25/person, and reservations are required.
Please call 205-348-4848 or email ucevents@uclub.ua.edu for reservations!

Oktoberfest Dachshund Dash
2018-10-06 14:00 - 15:00 | 3o1 Bistro, Bar and Beer Garden, 301 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, 35401
We will sponsor a Dachshund Dash at Oktoberfest. Enter your Dachshund or Dachshund mix in our race. We will race in heats of 5 or 6. All the heat winners will race each other. The final 2 winners will receive a prize. There will be a separate costume contest. Registration forms can be picked up at Metro Animal Shelter or online.
Please come out and be a part of the fun!
There is no fee for the race, but tickets to Oktoberfest will be $10 at the gate. For more information contact Jennifer Earp at jearp@metroanimalshelter.org.

Tuskaloosa Oktoberfest
2018-10-06 12:00 - 18:00 | 3o1 Bistro, Bar and Beer Garden, 301 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, 35401
Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority and 3o1 Bistro will host the first Tuskaloosa Oktoberfest on October 6 at noon-6 p.m. located at 301 Greensboro Avenue in Central Downtown.
The Bavarian style festival is a fundraiser to benefit the Tuscaloosa All-Inclusive Playground to be built in Sokol Park.
Activities will include the Buffalo Rock Pepsi stage featuring Oompah-Calypse, an Oktoberfest band and a second authentic Americana band.

A Dachshund Dash and costume contest will benefit the Metro Animal Shelter. Attendees are encouraged to bring their Dachshund or Dachshund-mix to participate, otherwise dogs are not allowed. Organizers request advance Dachshund registration to allow for all pets to be accommodated by visiting http://www.metroanimalshelter.org/dachshund-dash-2018/

9Round Fitness is sponsor for the stein hoist competition. Prizes will be awarded to the person(s) holding a signature beer stein for the longest period of time. A beer purchase is required to participate.

A tented Biergarten with traditional long tables, chicken dance competition and selfie station will add to the Bavarian style fun.
Booths featuring local artists and their wares for sale will be an additional feature of the event. Artist booth details are available by visiting http://www.tcpara.org/oktoberfest and clicking on the artist application button.

301 Bistro's Octoberfest
2018-10-05 17:00 - 21:00
Octoberfest brings together the community for an authentic German celebration of food, beer, music, and the arts.

Moundville Native American Festival 2018
2018-10-03 09:00 - 2018-10-06 17:00 | Moundville Archaeological Park, 634 Mound Park, Moundville, AL, 35474, United States
Mark your calendars — the 30th annual Moundville Native American Festival will be October 3 – 6, 2018!
We will have Native American performers, demonstrators, living history teachers and crafts vendors here to teach and celebrate Native American culture. This is a great trip for school groups, so share with your educator friends! Group booking is available in advance: email Kayla at kcscott1@ua.edu for information. See you there!

Vernon Alabama's Gospel Music Weekend 2018
2018-09-08 17:30 - 2018-09-09 21:00 | Vernon City Complex, 44425 AL-17, Vernon, 35592, United States
Vernon Alabama’s Gospel Music Weekend will be held September 7th and 8th at the City Auditorium/Complex in Vernon, Alabama.
Everyone is invited! Bring your friends, family, kids, church groups, and anyone else that loves good gospel music. The weekend will feature multi-talented, award winning Christian artists showcasing a variety of musical styles including Southern Gospel, Christian Country, and Bluegrass.
We will kick off the fun at 6:00 pm each evening. No ticket required but we are asking for a donation at the door ($5 suggested). There will be a concession stand. Great music and good food at a great price!
New Journey Radio will be broadcasting LIVE each evening as well as conducting interviews with the artists. Visit them online at www.newjourneyradio.com, download the app, or on Facebook.
Featured Artists:

Kenny Gardner
Carol Barham
Jesse Reece
McKay Project
The Riders
Eagle’s Wings
Chronicle
Day Three
Zion’s Way
Danny Figgins

*Just Announced a Pre-Concert at 5:30 pm on Saturday Featuring:

Jessica Horton
Amy Richardson
Tim Williams

Come out for a great weekend of music and fun! We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information: Visit Facebook @macnightofworship or call Dennis McKay at 662.889.2829

49th Annual Fayette Arts Festival
2018-09-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Guthrie Smith Park, 430 North Temple Avenue , Fayette, AL, 35555, United States
49th Annual Fayette Arts Festival
205-932-8727
Guthrie Smith Park–A great outdoor event for the entire family, this festival is the longest consecutive running festival in Alabama. Sponsored by the Fayette Art Museum. Alabama’s own Three On A String will lead off entertainment celebrating Alabama’s Bicentennial. The afternoon entertainment will be live, local groups/individuals which will provide a musical backdrop to the juried, handmade fine art, folk art and crafts and free children’s art activities sponsored by local businesses, and with a variety of food. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

September Art Night
2018-09-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Avenue , Northport , AL, 35473, United States
September Art Night features the opening of a show by Kentuck Festival Artist Dennis Thompson (Museum Gallery) and the opening of an exhibition entitled, “The Kids of Kentuck,” which features work by participants in this summer’s kids workshops at Kentuck (Teer Gallery). In the Courtyard of Wonders, live music will be performed by Angela & the Able Brothers. Kentuck’s 8 Studio Artists will have their studios open for demonstrations, questions, and buying art. Kentuck’s Gallery Shop will be open, and we offer wine samples to members.

Black Belt Folk Roots Festival
2018-08-25 08:00 - 2018-08-26 17:00 | Historic Greene County Courthouse Square, Eutaw, AL, 35462, United States
This free event is a unique celebration which brings together craft persons, musicians, dancers, storytellers, food specialist, artists and community workers–all of whom are considered bearers of the traditions and folkways of the West Alabama region. Held the fourth Sat. and Sun. in Aug., 8 AM – 5 PM.

Alabama Veterans Reunion
2018-08-18 | Various Locations Around Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is proud to be hosting the men and women who have served our country through the Alabama Veterans Reunion event. The goal of the event is to facilitate an Alabama, state-wide, Veteran’s and Family Reunion that engages with the men and women who have or had elected to defend our country by providing a memorable day which showcases appreciation and gratitude for the many heroes in Alabama.

5th Annual Kick-Off Party
2018-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Sponsored by the Tuscaloosa County Chapter of the UA Alumni Association, the event kicks off both the new athletic year and academic year. This event will be open to all alumni, friends, and supporters of the University of Alabama. Guest speakers will include Eli Gold, Javier Arenas, and Tommy Wilcox. Big Al will attend and there will be a silent auction and door prizes. Hoo’s Q BBQ will be served. The event will be held in the Recruiting Room of Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Contact Stephanie Lawrence at 205-310-9036 for more information.
Admission is $20 for adults; $10 for children aged 3-10; under 3 is free.
For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tuscaloosa-county-alumni-annual-kick-off-event-tickets-47265495369

Live Jazz with Jerry Robbins
2018-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Black Warrior Brewing Co, 2216 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Come out to Black Warrior Brewing Company on 8/5 for live jazz with Jerry Robbins. The event is free. Email eric@blackwarriorbrewing.com with questions or for more information

August Art Night
2018-08-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Avenue , Northport , AL, 35473, United States
Join Kentuck Art Center for August Art Night, featuring exhibits from Leanne Leithauser-Lesley in the Museum Gallery and Colonel Lee Busby (Ret.) in the Teer Gallery. Live-music and pop-up shops in the Courtyard of Wonders!

Hogwarts Day at The Children's Hands-On Museum
2018-07-28 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Hogwarts Day at CHOM! Saturday July 28, 2018 9 am – 4:30 pm Design your own wand! Create your House Tie! Adopt a magical creature! Potions demonstrations! Have a Chocolate Frog! Try some “Every Flavor Beans!” Costumes Welcome!!!

Alabama Blues Week Concert
2018-07-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Moody Music Building, 810 2nd Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Buy your tickets now for the Alabama Blues Week Concert. Renowned blues artists, faculty and talented students will perform at the Moody Music Auditorium, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and may be purchased online at alblues.com or by calling 205-348-3000. Visit alblues.com for a full list of live blues performances scheduled in and around Tuscaloosa the week of July 9-15. Follow us on Facebook @alabamabluesproject and Twitter and Instagram @alblueweek

Live Music: Kyle Mercer
2018-07-07 19:00 - 22:00 | the brass tap, 1800 McFarland Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404, United States
Back for a double feature night Friday AND Saturday! Come enjoy the musical talents of Kyle Mercer all the way from Tennessee!

July Art Night
2018-07-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Avenue , Northport , AL, 35473, United States
Join Kentuck Art Center for July Art Night featuring exhibits from Missionary Mary Proctor in the Museum Gallery and Colonel Lee Busby (Ret.) in the Teer Gallery. Live music and pop-up shops in the Courtyard of Wonder!

Live Jazz with Jerry Robbins
2018-07-01 17:30 - 19:30
Live Smooth Jazz and Blues with Jerry Robbins at the Black Warrior Brewery.

54th Annual Commemoration of Bloody Tuesday
2018-06-03 18:00 - 19:00 | First African Baptist Church, 2621 Stillman Boulevard, Tuscaloo, 35401
Bloody Tuesday was a march that occurred on June 9, 1964 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama during the Civil Rights Movement. The march was both organized and lead by Rev. T. Y. Rogers and was to protest against segregated drinking fountains and restrooms in the county courthouse. The protest consisted of a group of peaceful African Americans walking from The First African Baptist Church to the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse; however, protesters did not get very far before being beaten, arrested, and tear gassed by not only police officers standing outside the church, but as well a mob of angry white citizens. These events were similar to Bloody Sunday during the Selma to Montgomery marches, which took place a year later and received an extensive amount of media coverage, while there were no journalists to capture the events of Bloody Tuesday. During Bloody Tuesday thirty-three men, women, and children had to be hospitalized, and ninety-four African Americans were arrested by police, this all taking place right outside the church with the marchers not having an opportunity to get to the courthouse. Annually First African Baptist Church commemorates those brave men, women and children who stood up for equality, and human rights in the face of a world who thought they deserved less simply because of the color of their skin. Remembering and acknowledging the past can bring change and reconciliation in the future. The Tuscaloosa Civil Rights History Task Force will feature First African Baptist Church, along with other important sites on the soon to be launched Tuscaloosa Civil Rights Trail later in June. This trail will allow Tuscaloosa’s important role in the Civil Rights Movement to be chronicled for tourists from around the world, and in our own backyard in Alabama to learn about this important history. The 54th Annual Bloody Tuesday Commemorative is brought to you through a collaborative effort between the 10-4 Corporation and the Tuscaloosa Civil Rights Task Force in cooperation with the loving congregation of the First African Baptist Church. All are welcome!

5th Street Vintage Market
2018-06-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Northport Farmers Market, 4150 5th Street, Northport, AL, United States
Curated by This Ol’ Thing Vintage, Grace Aberdean Habitat Alchemy and DJ Tom Kat Kitten, 5th Street Vintage Market brings a one of a kind shopping experience to the area. We will feature many dealers from the region who specialize in vintage clothing, furnishings and vinyl recordings.

AHSAA Softball Regionals
2018-05-10 - 2018-05-12 | Bowers Park, 2101 Bowers Park Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Tuscaloosa will be the host of the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Softball Regionals along with Gulf Shores, Troy, and Huntsville. The participating high school teams will be competing against each other at Bowers Park throughout the day from May 10th through May 12th.

USA Triathlon Collegiate Club National Championships
2018-04-27 - 2018-04-28 | Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, 2710 Jack Warner Parkway , Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Tuscaloosa will be the home of the 2018 Collegiate Club and High School National Championship Triathlon, hosted by USA Triathlon. This is Tuscaloosa’s fourth time hosting the Collegiate Club National Championship and first time hosting the High School National Championship. The festival will be centered around the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and will take place along Jack Warner Parkway, the Riverwalk, and the Black Warrior River.

USA Triathlon High School National Championships
2018-04-27 | Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, 2710 Jack Warner Parkway , Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
