DECATUR – Thousands of Sandhill Cranes along with several pairs of Whooping Cranes spend the winter each year at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. In celebration of the winter migration of […]

ARAB — The city of Arab and Arab Parks and Recreation kick off the holiday season the day after Thanksgiving when Arab City Park is transformed into Christmas in the […]

DECATUR – An Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association film showcasing the accessibility of North Alabama’s travel destinations received a third-place award in an international competition. The film, “Under the Sun, […]

CULLMAN – The holiday spirit is set to arrive in Cullman this month as the Cullman Christkindlmarkt returns, bringing seasonal cheer, Old World charm and delightful holiday traditions for everyone […]

CLEVELAND – Featuring more than 500 handcrafted poppies, the Alabama Poppy Project in Blount County honors Alabama’s fallen heroes. The powerful public art installation will be on display in the […]

HARTSELLE – An impressive display of unique creations, all handmade from gourds, will be on display during the Alabama Gourd Show at the Sparkman Civic Center in Hartselle. Now in […]

DECATUR – Woodcarvers will gather in Huntsville this month to exhibit their handiwork during the 41st annual Mid-South Woodcarving Show and Competition, hosted by the North Alabama Woodcarvers Association. The […]

DECATUR – The Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association is positioning the region to become an accessible-friendly destination. At a news conference Tuesday, the organization announced major accessibility projects to improve […]

CULLMAN – One of North Alabama’s largest and most anticipated events takes over downtown Cullman. the first weekend in October in celebration of the town’s German beginnings. Now in its […]

ATHENS – Some of the nation’s most highly acclaimed storytellers, award-winning liars and world-class musicians will make their way to North Alabama at the end of October to celebrate the […]

GADSDEN — Recognizing those who set the bar for North Alabama’s $4.9 billion tourism industry, the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association presented its 2025 PEAK Awards. The program pays tribute […]

DECATUR — The Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association has announced the slate of officers for the 2025–2027 term. They were officially confirmed during the association’s recent annual meeting and will […]

HUNTSVILLE – Next month, Historic Huntsville Foundation’s American Signature Quilt will make a triumphant return to Harrison Brothers Hardware on Courthouse Square. This special exhibition, to be held Oct. 9-25, […]

BOAZ – The temperature in North Alabama may still be warm but the month of October is just around the corner which means towns and communities are gearing up for […]

FLORENCE – As summer winds down, the folks at McGee Farm are preparing for the arrival of fall. Each year, McGee Farm welcomes thousands of visitors to its Florence pumpkin […]

DECATUR –The River City is set to heat up at the end of the month as the popular Sizzle and Smoke festival brings a day of barbecue, music and family […]

ATHENS – Thousands of old time music lovers and musicians will make their way to Athens in October for the “Granddaddy of Midsouth Fiddlers Conventions.” The Tennessee Valley Old Time […]

TUSCUMBIA – A celebration of the culture and traditions of the indigenous people who once inhabited North Alabama is planned next month offering free family fun, authentic Indian food and […]

WINFIELD – Mule Day, a two-day event centered on mules and their role in rural farming, hits the streets of downtown Winfield next month for the 51st year, bringing with it […]

DECATUR – As the school year concludes, families are seeking engaging and enriching activities to fill the summer months. From enriching camps to vibrant festivals and outdoor adventures, the North […]

HALEYVILLE — Over 50 years ago, the first 911 emergency call was made in the United States and the call was placed in the North Alabama town of Haleyville. To […]

DECATUR – Lights. Camera. Action. Strike up the band. That’s entertainment – Alabama style! In a major move to grow Alabama’s creative economy, Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation to expand […]

DECATUR – In 2024, travelers spent over $4.9 billion while visiting the 16 counties of the North Alabama region, representing a 3.9% increase over 2023, according to a recent report […]

CULLMAN — Arts and crafts will be on display this weekend when St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School hosts its annual Bloomin’ Festival. Set for Saturday and Sunday, the outdoor […]