COLBERT COUNTY-This month’s edition of What’s Happening In Colbert County is full of local highlights, including a wide variety of Valentine’s Day events across Colbert County. There are plenty of events to discover this February!
January 20- February 28, 2026 – Favorite Things: The Shoals Collects! Tennessee
Valley Museum of Art, 511 N. Water St., Tuscumbia. Favorite Things: The Shoals Collects! is
an exhibition at the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art featuring sculpture, ceramic, fiber,
drawing, and painting. The exhibit runs from January 20 through February 28, 2026. For
more information, you can contact the museum at (256) 383-0533.
February 1, 2026 – Groundhog Coffee’s 2nd Annual Hogapalooza, Groundhog Coffee
Co., 320 N. Montgomery Ave., Sheffield. Groundhog Coffee’s 2nd annual Hogapalooza will
be held on February 1, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Groundhog Coffee. This event
features special menu items, giveaways, a second annual coffee sack race, live music, and
more. For more information, you can contact the organizers at (256) 633-7444.
February 2, 2026 – Walt Merrell Presentation, The Logan Room, 307 N. Montgomery
Ave., Sheffield. Walt Merrell, author of Shepherding Outdoors, will host a special program at
The Logan Room on Monday, February 2, 2026. The evening begins with small bites at 5:30
PM, followed by the main program at 6:30 PM. While this event is free and sponsored by
the Friends of Sheffield Public Library, registration is required. You can sign up by visiting
the library or by calling the contact number at (256) 386-5633.
February 5, 2026 – Valentine Craft Night, Muscle Shoals Public Library, 1918 Avalon
Ave., Muscle Shoals. Muscle Shoals Public Library is hosting an Adult Craft Night where
participants can create Book Page Hearts, a project that blends a love of books with
crafting. The event is scheduled for Thursday, February 5th, 2026, at 5:30 P.M.. Tickets are
$5, available at the circulation desk, and include all necessary supplies. Because space is
limited, attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets soon. For more information, you can
contact Muscle Shoals Public Library at (256) 386-9212.
February 12, 2026 – Women In Business Galentine’s Paint & Sip, Southern Gem, 222
East 5th St., Tuscumbia. The Women in Business Galentine’s Paint & Sip will be held on
Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Southern Gem in Tuscumbia.
Presented by The Southern Gem and the Shoals Chamber of Commerce, this networking event features a guided floral watercolor session led by Emily Cooper Studio, with light bites and beverages provided by Turbo Coffee. Tickets are $30 and include all painting materials. For more information, you can contact Shoals Chamber of Commerce at (256)
764-4661.
February 12, 2026 – Live Music: Pride of the North Bank, The Woods at River Road,
3895 River Road, Muscle Shoals. Pride of the North Bank band will be performing a live
music set at The Woods at River Road on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to
9:00 PM. This live performance offers a great atmosphere with food and drinks available
and no cover charge for entry. For more information, you can contact The Woods at River
Road at (256) 576-4550.
February 13-14, 2026 – Northwest Alabama Farm Toy Show, Clarion Inn, 4900 Hatch
Blvd., Sheffield. Get ready for a weekend of agricultural excitement as the Farm Toy Show
kicks off on Friday, February 13th, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM, followed by an all-day event
on Saturday, February 14th, from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The Clarion Inn will be transformed
into a haven for farm toy enthusiasts, offering a unique and diverse collection ranging from
1/64th scale to pedal tractors, trucks, and more. Admission is $3.00 for adults, with
children 12 and under enjoying free entry. Last year’s event drew over 1,200 attendees,
and this year promises to surpass that number, making it a must-attend for both residents
and visitors. For more information about the 8th Annual Northwest Alabama Farm Toy
Show, please contact 256-320-7490.
February 14, 2026 – Valentine’s Day Brunch, Provisional Events, LLC, 107 East 6th St.,
Tuscumbia. The Valentine’s Day Brunch Pop Up hosted by Provisional Events, LLC will take
place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The event will feature a
special brunch menu, desserts, and fresh flowers. For more information, you can contact
Provisional Events, LLC at (256) 322-0653.
February 14, 2026 – Valentine’s Day Ride, Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad, 3834 Hawk
Pride Mountain Rd., Tuscumbia. Join MSJ Offroad for a full day of rock crawling and
wheeling at Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad on February 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day or looking to escape it, this event offers a
relaxed environment focused on trail time and community. Groups will be organized in the
morning based on vehicle capability and driver experience, and while trail leaders will be
available, participants are reminded that Hawk Pride is a technical park where conditions
can change quickly. The ride is open to both members and non-members, and kids and
leashed dogs are welcome to attend. An air-up station is available at the park for use after
wheeling. For details regarding park fees, camping, and rules, please visit
hawkpridemountainoffroad.com. For more information, you can contact the organizers at
(256) 349-4150.
February 14, 2026 – Valentine’s Day Motorcycle Ride, Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson,
595 Highway 72 West, Tuscumbia. The Natchez Trace HOG Chapter is hosting a Valentine’s
Day Ride to Fish Creel in Anderson, AL, on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The ride will depart from the Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson dealership with kickstands up at 10:00 AM. For more information, you can contact the organizers at (256) 383-5814.
February 19, 2026 – The Salt & Pepper Roots Music Celebration, The Mane Room, 310
N. Pine St., Florence. The Salt and Pepper Roots Music Celebration will take place at The
Mane Room in Florence, AL, on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
This event celebrates the diverse musical genres that form the foundation of the American
Soundtrack. Admission is $10 for advance tickets and $20 at the door. For more
information, you can contact the organizers at 727-308-8156.
February 20, 2026 – Lyrics at the Library, Helen Keller Public Library, 511 North Main
St., Tuscumbia. Lyrics at the Library is a showcase held at the Helen Keller Public Library,
featuring local musicians performing their favorite love songs. This all-ages event has
limited space, and those interested in performing should contact aarrington@hkpl.org or
call (256)-383-7065.
February 21, 2026 – Blue Jean Ball, Cypress Lakes Venue, 1311 East 6th St., Muscle
Shoals. Get ready for a heartwarming evening at the Blue Jean Ball, taking place on
February 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Hosted at the Cypress Lakes Venue by Muscle Shoals Parks
& Recreation, this event is a special invitation for moms and sons to celebrate their bond
with a fun-filled night of dancing and music by DJ JB. Guests can enjoy a variety of finger
foods throughout the evening, and the cost is $30 per pair, with tickets for additional
children available for $10. Please note that registration is required. For more information,
you can reach the event organizers at 256-383-0533.
February 21, 2026 – Live Music at Champy’s: Pride of the North Bank, Champy’s Fried
Chicken, 120 W. East 2nd St., Muscle Shoals. Pride of the North Bank will be performing
LIVE at Champy’s in Muscle Shoals on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00
PM. This event invites you to treat yourself to a night of “chicken and tunes”. For more
information, you can contact Champy’s at (256) 389-9985.
February 23, 2026 – Pete Key, Sheffield Public Library, 316 N. Montgomery Ave.,
Sheffield. Pete Key will present “Just Different,” a Black History Month program at the
Sheffield Public Library on Monday, February 23, 2026. The event begins with small bites
at 5:00 PM, followed by the main program at 6:00 PM, which explores how diverse
experiences mold our perspectives and expressions. This presentation is free to the public
and sponsored by the Friends of Sheffield Public Library. For more information, you can
contact the organizers at (256) 386-5633.
