COLBERT COUNTY– July Happenings 2025 for Colbert County. July stands to be an event packed month from Handy Fest To Art Classes and great theatrical productions. Do not miss the fun of July.
July 3,10,17,24,31, 2025 – Beats & Eats – Cypress Lakes Golf and Tennis, 1311 E. 6th St.,
Muscle Shoals. Starting Thursday, June 26, Shoals Bistro at Cypress Lakes Venue will come
alive with six straight weeks of live music, great food, and a laid-back atmosphere. Every
Thursday through July 31, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, enjoy free performances by talented local
artists while taking in the beautiful lakeside view. Guests can relax with lunch specials,
refreshing drinks, and a vibrant community vibe that makes Thursday afternoons something to
look forward to. Admission is free, and the series is proudly sponsored by WLAY and
Long-Lewis Automotive Group.
July 4, 2025 – 4th of July Fireworks at Old Railroad Bridge – Old Railroad Bridge, 2210
Ashe Blvd., Sheffield. Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Old Railroad Bridge Company at
2210 Ashe Boulevard in Sheffield, Alabama, on Friday, July 4, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of karaoke and fireworks from one of the best viewing spots in town.
Admission is $3.00 per person or $15.00 per household, and guests are encouraged to bring a
lawn chair and a good attitude. This is the organization’s only fundraiser of the year, with all
proceeds supporting the preservation of the historic Old Railroad Bridge.
July 4, 2025 – Leighton 4th of July – Downtown Leighton. The Leighton Police Department
invites everyone to its 4th of July Bash, featuring Water Day and a Firework Show, taking place
on the Leighton Police Department lawn. This family-friendly celebration is set for Friday, July
4th, with water activities kicking off at 2:00 PM. Guests can enjoy music, food vendors, and a full
day of patriotic fun for all ages. The event is hosted by the Leighton Police Department and
co-hosted by the Leighton Fire Department. For more information, call (256) 446-8479 or follow
them on Facebook @LeightonPolice.
July 5, 2025 – Rock the Trace – Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson, 595 HWY 72 W., Tuscumbia.
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a rockin’ performance at the Honey Child Rock
the Trace 4th of July Event on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM. This exciting free
event, featuring a performance by the band Honey Child, will be held at Natchez Trace
Harley-Davidson. For more information, please call 256-383-5814
July 11, 12, 18, 19, 2025- Miracle Worker – Ivy Green, 300 N. Commons W., Tuscumbia.
Experience an inspiring evening at The Miracle Worker Play, performed live at the outdoor
theater on the grounds of the historic Helen Keller Birthplace. This award-winning drama, now in
its 62nd season and the longest consecutively running drama in the state, recalls the poignant
childhood of Helen Keller, known as “America’s First Lady of Courage,” and her gifted teacher,
Anne Sullivan. Performances are held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 PM, with gates
opening at 7:00 PM. Reserved seats are $20, and general admission is $15. For more
information on the play and the Birthplace, visit www.helenkellerbirthplace.org. For ticket
reservations, please call 256-383-4066.
July 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 2025- Something Rotten – The Ritz Theatre, 111 3rd St., Sheffield.
Prepare for an uproarious evening of laughter with “Something Rotten!”, a hilarious, high-energy
musical comedy set in 1595. The story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, as they
struggle to make a name for themselves in the shadow of William Shakespeare, who is treated
like a rock star. Desperate to outshine the Bard, they consult a soothsayer who predicts that the
future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting all at once: the musical. Determined to
write the world’s first, the brothers dive into outrageous situations, wild misunderstandings, and
over-the-top numbers. Packed with clever humor, Renaissance-era absurdity, and endless
Broadway references, it’s a joyful, irreverent celebration of theatre itself. Performances are
scheduled for July 11th at 7:00 PM, July 12th at 7:00 PM, July 13th at 2:00 PM, July 18th at 7:00
PM, and July 19th at 7:00 PM. The musical will be performed at The Ritz Theatre. Tickets range
from $15 to $25. For more information, please call 253-383-0533.
July 12, 2025- Classics on the Mountain Car Show – Colbert Heights First Baptist Church,
6000 Woodmount Drive, Tuscumbia. Classics on the Mountain will take place on Saturday, July
14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Baptist Colbert Heights, located at 6000 Woodmont
Drive in Tuscumbia. This family-friendly car show is free for the public to attend, with vehicle
registration available from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for $20 per entry. The first 50 registered vehicles will
receive a dash plaque, and awards will be given for Pastor’s Choice, Best Car, Best Truck, and
Best Bike. All proceeds from the event will go to support missions. The rain date is scheduled
for July 12. For more information, contact John Spires at 256-762-3772, Terry Thompson at
256-349-9312, or the church office at 256-383-8016.
July 12, 2025- Second Saturday – Downtown Tuscumbia. Come out and enjoy the charm of
Second Saturdays in Downtown Tuscumbia! Happening on the second Saturday of July, and
August from 10 AM to 2 PM, this family-friendly event features hand-crafted goods and art from
local makers, live music, delicious food, and fun entertainment for all ages. It’s the perfect way
to spend a summer Saturday—supporting small businesses, enjoying community vibes, and
discovering something new around every corner. For more information, contact
logandis1@comcast.net.
July 12, 2025- Independence Day Celebration – Downtown Cherokee. Cherokee Parks and
Recreation invites everyone to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 6:00
p.m. in Downtown Main Street, Cherokee, Alabama. Enjoy live music from the band Stray Bullet
and a variety of delicious food options from local favorites including Gholston’s BBQ, Flashy
Funnel Cakes, Circle Bar C Snackwagon, and more. The evening will end with a festive fireworks show, so be sure to stick around for the grand finale. For more information, call (256)359-4959.
July 16-20, 2025 – TVAA Art Camp – The Ritz Theatre, 111 3rd Street, Sheffield. Join the
Tennessee Valley Art Association (TVAA) for their 2025 Summer Camp weeks, held at The Ritz
Theatre facility. Both Acting and Art camps are available, with timing designed to allow your
child to participate in multiple camps. This camp caters to ages 5-17 and will take place July
21-25. The cost for participation is $150. For more information or to register your child, please
visit tennesseevalleyarts.org/events/2025-summer-camps/ or call 256-383-0533.
July 17-19, 2025 – Saddle Up For St. Jude – Gardiner Farms, 85 Underwood Rd., Tuscumbia.
Join the 29th annual Northwest Alabama Saddle Up for St. Jude Trail Ride and Concert, a
remarkable event dedicated to helping St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Held from July
17th to July 19th, 2025, at Gardiner Farms, this incredible fundraiser offers over 3,000 acres of
riding trails to explore. Enjoy fantastic entertainment featuring local musicians and country
music stars including Easton Corbin, T. Graham Brown, and Deana Carter. Don’t miss the
exciting auction on Saturday afternoon, and savor some of the best concessions and food
around. This impactful Shoals Area event has raised over $4 million for St. Jude in the past 28
years, so bring your lawn chair and a thankful heart as we continue this tradition of supporting a
vital cause. All three nights are available for $60.00 per person, while Thursday or Friday tickets
are $20.00 per person per night, and Saturday tickets are $40.00 per person. All tickets can be
purchased at the gate or at local Singing River Dentistry offices. For more information and to
purchase tickets online, please visit saddleup4kids.org or call 256-446-5392.
July 17-27, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival – Various locations across the entire Shoals are. In
tribute to the “Father of the Blues,” the area comes alive for a full week with music performed
day and night in auditoriums, parks, restaurants, and other venues. For more information, call
256-766-7642.
July 18, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival:Microwave Dave Band for Jazz It Up With Your Trash-
Sheffield Public Library, 316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. Bring the kids of all ages and join the Microwave Dave Band for “Jazz It Up With Your Trash” on Friday, July 18th, at 10:00 AM. This free event, especially for kids aged 3 and older, invites participants to bring their own recyclable plastic bottle or can, shoebox, or coffee can to make musical instruments and play along with Microwave Dave’s impromptu band. The event will be held at the Sheffield Public
Library, located at 316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. This creative and fun
activity is proudly sponsored by Keep The Shoals Beautiful, the City of Sheffield, Sheffield
Utilities, and the Sheffield Redevelopment Authority.
July 18, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: A Dr. Willie Ruff Night with the Tennessee Valley
Masters of Jazz – Sheffield Public Library, 316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield.You won’t
want to miss “A Dr. Willie Ruff Night with the Tennessee Valley Masters of Jazz” on Friday, July
18th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This special night of celebration at the Sheffield Public Library
will feature the Tennessee Valley Masters of Jazz as they honor the memory of Dr. Willie Ruff,
co-founder of the W.C. Handy Music Festival. The event is free to enjoy and will take place at the Sheffield Public Library, located at 316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. This evening is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Sheffield Public Library.
July 18-19, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Shall We Dance – The Michael Center, 920 E. 17th
St., Sheffield. Join choreographer and instructor Luther Jarmon, Jr. out of Birmingham, Alabama
for a lively line dancing event titled Shall We Dance? on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19 at
11:00 a.m. each day. Hosted at The Michael Center, located at 920 E. 17th St. in Sheffield,
Alabama, this two-day experience is all about putting “boots on the ground” and having fun
through dance. For more information, contact (205) 260-6529 or email trombonepi@aol.com.
July 19, 2025 – Village School Volunteer Day – Village School, 200 Chickamauga St. Sheffield. Join The Village School Foundation for their monthly volunteer work day on Saturday, July 19th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at 200 Chickamauga Street, Sheffield, Alabama. Inpartnership with Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, this event welcomes volunteers of all
experience levels to help with tasks ranging from cleaning, painting, and scraping, to yard work,
organizing materials, and more. Supplies and direction will be provided. Please wear clothes
you don’t mind getting dirty in, such as jeans and closed-toe shoes, and feel free to bring work
gloves. Even if you cannot stay the entire morning, you are encouraged to stop by to say hello
and see the work in progress. To sign up or to alert them to any specialized skills you might
share, please reach out via email or social media.
July 19, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Dr. Willie Ruff Brunch – Southern Grocery,1419 East
Second Street, Sheffield. Enjoy “A Dr. Willie Ruff Brunch: Southern Grocery” on Saturday, July
19th, at 11:00 AM. This brunch is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Willie
Ruff, co-founder of the W.C. Handy Music Festival. The event will feature Libby Counts, Ronnie
Eades, and Terry Richardson. It is sponsored by Southern Grocery and will take place at
Southern Grocery, located at 1419 East Second Street, Sheffield, Alabama. The cost is
unknown, but you can call 256-826-0102 for further details.
July 19, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: 3rd Avenue Sheffield Block Party – Ryan’s Barber
Shop, 201 South Atlanta Avenue, Sheffield. Meet up with your friends and neighbors at the 3rd
Avenue Sheffield Block Party on Saturday, July 19th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This lively
event, featuring the Sax Legend Tommy “Sax Legend” Friend, DJ Dez, and line dancing,
promises a night of fun on Atlanta Avenue in Sheffield. The performances are free to enjoy, with
food available for purchase. This rain-or-shine event will take place at Ryan’s Barber Shop,
located at 201 South Atlanta Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama, and is proudly sponsored by the City
of Sheffield and Sheffield Utilities. For more information, please call 256-766-7642.
July 19, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Dinner and Allstar Jazz at Old Grace Church – Old
Grace Church, 700 North Montgomery Avenue , Sheffield. Enjoy “Dinner and Allstar Jazz at Old
Grace Church” on Saturday, July 19th. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with dinner and entertainment
featuring the Jazz Allstars beginning at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $40 each and include a buffet meal
with your choice of meats. Guests are welcome to bring their own wine for a $5.00 corking fee.
The event will be held at Old Grace Church, located at 700 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, please call 256-740-1383. This special evening is sponsored by Vicki and Gary Dean.
July 19-20, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival:Village School Concert – Village School, 200
Chickamauga St.,Sheffield. Get ready for the 2nd annual WC Handy Fest at The Village School
Songwriter event, expanding to two days this year, Saturday, July 19th, and Sunday, July 20th!
Last year’s event featured knockout performances and standing-room-only attendance, and this
year promises even more. Both days will run from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. On Saturday, July 19th,
enjoy performances by Caleb Elliott with Austin Motlow, James LeBlanc, The Burney Sisters,
Steve Conn with Will MacFarlane, and Pat Huggins with Jimmy Nutt and Will MacFarlane. The
music continues on Sunday, July 20th, with Bryan Joyce aka King Leg with Will MacFarlane,
The Dirty Rain Revelers, Kara Hesse, Rob Aldridge with Clint Bailey, and Russell Mefford with
Mitch Mann. This event is facilitated and organized by Pat Huggins and Muscle Shoals NHA.
For additional information, please visit https://thevillageschoolfoundation.org/contact.
July 20, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Bluegrass Gospel Music Concert – Tuscumbia First
United Methodist Church, 104 E. 3rd St., Tuscumbia. Enjoy a captivating Bluegrass Gospel
Music Concert on Sunday, July 20th, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at the First United Methodist
Church, located at 104 East 3rd Street, Tuscumbia. This event, featuring the Lisa Lambert
Band, is proudly sponsored by Tuscumbia First United Methodist Church and is part of the 2025
W.C. Handy Festival. Admission to this concert is free.
July 21-25, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival:St. Louis Blues Screening – Alabama Music Hall of
Fame, 617 US Highway 72 West, Tuscumbia. Enjoy a free screening of the film St. Louis Blues,
starring the late great Nat “King” Cole, at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame on Monday, July
21st-25th, at 3:00 PM. While you’re there for the movie, be sure to tour the Alabama Music Hall
of Fame and visit the gift shop. The event will be held at 617 US Highway 72 West, Tuscumbia,
and is proudly sponsored by the Alabama Music Hall of Fame and the Music Preservation
Society, Inc. For more information, please call 256-381-4417.
July 21, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Songwriters and Stories – Sheffield Public Library, 316
North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield . Enjoy an evening of “Songwriters and Stories At
Sheffield Public Library” on Monday, July 21st, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This free event will
feature performances by James LeBlanc, Phillip White, Randy O’Dell, and Renee Armand,
offering free music for all attendees. It will take place at the Sheffield Public Library, located at
316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. This special evening is proudly sponsored by the
Friends of the Sheffield Public Library, the City of Sheffield, Sheffield Utilities, and the Sheffield
Redevelopment Authority. For more information, please call 256-386-5633.
July 21, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Sips, Sounds, and Stogies at Superhero Chefs –
SuperHero Chefs, 104 South Main Street, Tuscumbia . Enjoy “Sips, Sounds, and Stogies at
Superhero Chefs” on Monday, July 21st, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This classy event, just for
the grownups, offers a bourbon sipping, cigar smoking, and sampler plate tasting experience.
For $60, guests will receive three samples each of cigars and bourbon, plus a small plate with
three appetizer samples. The event will be held at Superhero Chefs, located at 104 South Main Street, Tuscumbia. This special evening is sponsored by PROJECT XYZ and SuperHero Chefs. For more information, please call 256-320-7349.
July 21, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Handy Musical Night – Sheffield Public House, 312
North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield . Enjoy a “Handy Musical Night” at Sheffield Public House
on Monday, July 21st, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This new pub in Sheffield offers delicious food
and tasty drinks, and will feature a performance by Hannah Clarke. The event will take place at
Sheffield Public House, located at 312 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. For more
information, please call 938-214-8611.
July 22, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Kidz Jamm – Grace Episcopal Church, 103 Darby
Avenue, Sheffield , Sheffield . Bring the family to “Kidz Jamm” on Tuesday, July 22nd, at 10:00
AM, featuring talented Shoals Area piano students performing with bassist Terry Richardson
and drummer Quinn Stanphill. This free event will be held at Grace Episcopal Church, located at
103 Darby Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. It is proudly sponsored by the Shoals Area Music
Teachers Forum and the Music Preservation Society, Inc. For more information, please call
256-766-7642.
July 22, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Rocking Blues – Sheffield Public Library, 103 Darby
Avenue, Sheffield , Sheffield . Who says you have to be quiet in the library? Get ready to rock
out with Mitch Mann, Russell Mefford, and Scott Todd at the “Rocking Blues” event on Tuesday,
July 22nd, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This free concert will take place at the Sheffield Public
Library, located at 316 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. This lively event is
proudly sponsored by the City of Sheffield, Sheffield Utilities, and the Sheffield Redevelopment
Authority. For more information, please call 256-386-5633.
July 22, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Handy Musical Night – Sheffield Public House, 312
North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield . Enjoy a “Handy Musical Night” at Sheffield Public House
on Monday, July 22nd, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This new pub in Sheffield offers delicious food
and tasty drinks, and will feature a performance by Noah Carter. The event will take place at
Sheffield Public House, located at 312 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. For more
information, please call 938-214-8611.
July 23, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Legends Series at Counts Brothers – Counts Brothers
Music, 713 Waverly, Muscle Shoals. Join the “Legends Series at Counts Brothers” on
Wednesday, July 23rd, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. This event features Jerry Phillips and
Halley Phillips, as these legends continue to tell their stories. It is free and open to the public,
taking place at Counts Brothers Music, located at 713 Waverly Avenue, Muscle Shoals. For
more information, please call 256-383-7454. The series is sponsored by Counts Brother Music.
July 23, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: – Helen Keller Public Library, 11 North Main Street,
Tuscumbia. Join Microwave Dave for “Jazz It Up With Trash at Helen Keller Library” on
Wednesday, July 23rd, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This “In Harmony with Nature Litter-Free
Event” invites participants of all ages, from 3 to 103 and older, to bring their own recyclable
plastic bottle or can, shoebox, or coffee can to make musical instruments and play with Microwave Dave’s impromptu band. This fun and free event, especially for kids, will take place at the Helen Keller Library, located at 511 North Main Street, Tuscumbia, Alabama. For more information, please call 256-383-7065. It is proudly sponsored by the City of Tuscumbia, Helen Keller Public Library, and Keep the Shoals Beautiful.
July 23, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Jazz It Up With Your Trash – Helen Keller Public
Library, 11 North Main Street, Tuscumbia. Join Microwave Dave for “Jazz It Up With Trash at
Helen Keller Library” on Wednesday, July 23rd, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This “In Harmony
with Nature Litter-Free Event” invites participants of all ages, from 3 to 103 and older, to bring
their own recyclable plastic bottle or can, shoebox, or coffee can to make musical instruments
and play with Microwave Dave’s impromptu band. This fun and free event, especially for kids,
will take place at the Helen Keller Library, located at 511 North Main Street, Tuscumbia. For
more information, please call 256-383-7065. It is proudly sponsored by the City of Tuscumbia,
Helen Keller Public Library, and Keep the Shoals Beautiful.
July 24, 2025 – Blues at The Ritz Social: Mark “Muleman” Massey – The Ritz Social, 111
3rd St, Sheffield . Experience the powerful blues of Mark “Muleman” Massey at Handy at the
Ritz on Thursday, July 24th, at 7:00 PM. Born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Massey is a true
bluesman who learned his craft performing in the prison band at Parchman Farm. Having lived
the blues and paid his dues, his latest album, Been a Long, Long Time, produced by Billy
Lawson at Wishbone Recording Studio in Muscle Shoals, has garnered him five number one
singles and a number one album on the Roots Soul and Blues Charts. Honored with a
Mississippi Blues Trail Marker, Massey is lauded by legendary songwriter Dan Penn as the best
R&B singer today. The performance will be held at The Ritz Social, conveniently located next
door to The Ritz Theatre in Sheffield, and is sponsored by Colbert County Tourism. Tickets are
available at tennesseevalleyarts.ticketspice.com/mark-muleman-massey.
July 24, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Jazz It Up With Your Trash – Muscle Shoals Public
Library, 1918 Avalon Avenue, Muscle Shoals. Join Microwave Dave for “Jazz It Up With Your
Trash” at the Muscle Shoals Public Library on Thursday, July 24th, at 10:30 AM. This “In
Harmony with Nature Litter-Free Event” is designed for ages 3 and up, inviting participants to
bring their own recyclable plastic bottle or can, shoebox, or coffee can to make musical
instruments and play with Microwave Dave’s impromptu band. This fun and free event,
especially for kids, will take place at the Muscle Shoals Public Library, located at 1918 Avalon
Avenue, Muscle Shoals. It is proudly sponsored by the Muscle Shoals Library and Keep the
Shoals Beautiful. For more information, please call 256-386-9212.
July 24, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Party With The Patriots– Northwest Shoals Community
College, 800 George Wallace Boulevard, Muscle Shoals. Join “Party With The Patriots” on
Thursday, July 24th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring a performance by Winston Ramble.
This event is free and open to the public, with everyone welcome. It will take place at Northwest
Shoals Community College Building 127, located at 800 George Wallace Boulevard, Muscle
Shoals. The event is proudly sponsored by Northwest Shoals Community College. For more
information, please call 256-766-7642.
July 24, 2025 – WC Handy Festival: Music and Bourbon – Tonic, 2306 Woodward Ave.,
Muscle Shoals. Enjoy an evening of music and bourbon at Tonic Bottle & Cork Boutique, located
at 2306 Woodward Avenue, Muscle Shoals, on Thursday, July 24th, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00
PM. For more information, please call 256-320-5673.
July 24-26, 2025 – Portrait Workshop with Martha Carpenter – Tennessee Valley Museum
of Art, Tuscumbia. Join the Portrait Workshop with Martha Carpenter from Thursday, July 24th,
to Saturday, July 26th, at the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art. The workshop will run each day
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Participants will focus on Portrait Painting with Oil on Canvas.
Attendees must bring their own supplies from a provided list and may wish to bring their own
lunch. The cost for this workshop is $425. You can purchase tickets by visiting
zeffy.com/ticketing/portrait-workshop-with-martha-carpenter.
July 25, 2025 – WC Handy Festival: Leighton’s Kickback – Chicken & Fish, Blues & Line
Dancing – Eleven03 Event Center, 8765 Main St., Leighton. Get ready for Leighton’s Kickback
– Chicken & Fish, Blues & Line Dancing, the first annual town of Leighton event! The fun kicks
off at 6:00 PM and goes until 11:00 PM in front of the Eleven03 Event Center. Bring your tents
and chairs to set up, and get ready for a night of food and activities from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
A live DJ will be spinning the best in blues and southern soul music, and dance instructors will
be teaching all the latest line dances. Don’t forget your fan and your boots! This event is
sponsored by Jalan Jones, Eleven03 Event Center, the Town of Leighton, and WZZA Radio.
July 25, 2025 – WC Handy Festival: Blues On The Bluff – Standpipe Park, 1399 North
Montgomery Ave. Enjoy “Blues On The Bluff” on Friday, July 25th, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM,
featuring a performance by Drs., Lawyers & Such. This “In Harmony with Nature Litter-Free
Event” offers free admission to all attendees. The concert will take place at Standpipe Park,
located at 1399 North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. This event is proudly sponsored by the
City of Sheffield and Sheffield Utilities. For more information, please call 256-766-7642.
July 26, 2025 – Village School Presents: Let’s Unpack: – Village School, 348 Chickamauga
St., Sheffield. Let’s Unpack!” is a heartfelt evening of live storytelling where engaging performers
share true, personal stories about a time they moved—whether across town or across the world.
These moments of change, courage, and starting over are told live on stage with warmth,
humor, and honesty. Presented by Storytime Friends, this show explores the emotional and
physical journeys we take in life and the people and places that shape us along the way. The
event will take place on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, at 7:00 PM, at The Village School
Foundation, located at 348 Chickamauga Street, Sheffield, Alabama. A portion of each ticket
supports the work of The Village School Foundation, with the majority of proceeds benefiting
their mission to create equitable, community-rooted educational opportunities. Come laugh, cry,
and connect as we unpack what it means to move—and to grow. Tickets go on sale starting July
5th; please visit the provided link for ticket purchase and pricing details.
July 26, 2025 – Trade Days in the Cove – 2400 Cove Road, Cherokee. Join us for Trade Days
in The Cove on Saturday, July 26th, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at 2400 Cove Road in Cherokee!
This fun-filled, family-friendly day offers a wonderful opportunity for shopping, pony rides, and
delicious food. We are currently looking for vendors who sell anything from animals and poultry
to homegoods and hobby items. With great vendors already signed up, there’s still room for
more! The vendor fee is just $20, which includes signs, banners, and porta potty rental. Don’t
miss out on this exciting community event! For more information, please call 256-668-7659.
July 26, 2025 – Alabama Soul Concert – The Ritz Theatre, 111 3rd St., Sheffield. Join us for
the Alabama Soul Concert at the Ritz on Saturday, July 26th, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. This
southern soul roots journey celebrates the sound and hits of the Shoals, R&B, gospel, rock and
country classics, and original Alabama Soul tunes. The concert will feature singer-songwriters
Kevin Sport, Rachel Robinson, and Mark Narmore. As Mama said, “It ain’t good, unless you got
some soul in it!” The performance will take place at The Ritz Theatre, located at 111 Third
Street, Sheffield, Alabama. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by visiting
tennesseevalleyarts.ticketspice.com/alabama-soul.
July 26, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Music at the Mansion- Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook
Ln., Tuscumbia. Experience a delightful afternoon at “Music at the Mansion” on July 26th at the
historic Belle Mont Mansion, located at 1569 Cook Lane, Tuscumbia. As part of the annual W.C.
Handy Music Festival in the Shoals area, this free event features live music performances within
the beautiful setting of the mansion, built circa 1828. Guests can enjoy the musical stylings
while also taking a tour of this significant historic home. For more information, please call
256-381-5052.
July 26-27, 2025 – Alabama 2 Man Challenge – Robert Trent Jones, 990 Sunbelt Parkway,
Muscle Shoals. Participate in the Alabama 2-Man Challenge on July 26th and 27th at the RTJ
Golf Trail at Muscle Shoals, playing on both the Fighting Joe and Schoolmaster courses. This
tournament offers players the chance to compete for $10,000 in cash prizes and skins across
multiple flights, with no handicap index required as flights will be determined after the first round.
A minimum of 25% of the field is guaranteed to finish in the money. The cost to play is $325 per
player if paying with Venmo or Zelle, or $335 per player if paying with a card. This fee includes
breakfast on both days and a Player’s Lunch on Saturday. For more information, please call
256-446-5111.
July 27, 2025 – W.C. Handy Festival: Unending Praise– Grace Episcopal Church, 103 Darby
Ave., Sheffield. Join us for an evening of “Unending Praise” on Sunday, July 27th, from 7:00 PM
to 8:30 PM, featuring choirs from Shoals area churches as they share their favorite anthems.
This event is free of charge, and everyone is invited to attend. The concert will take place at
Grace Episcopal Church, located at 103 Darby Avenue, Sheffield, Alabama. This special
evening is sponsored by Grace Episcopal Church, Sheffield. For more information, please call
256-383-2014.
July 31- August 3, 2025 – Rock of Ages – Cypress Moon Studios, 1000 Alabama Ave.,
Sheffield. Cypress Moon Studios and The Full Moon Players present Rock of Ages, a high-energy musical where dreams, love, and rock-n-roll collide. Featuring the hits of legendary bands like Pat Benatar, Foreigner, Poison, Styx, Journey, and more, this production is directed by Tonya Holly, assistant directed by Amanda Perry, with music direction by Hannah Ross and choreography by Ladarius Prince. Performances run from July 31 through August 3, with encore
dates to be announced. Tickets are $20 online or $25 at the door and can be purchased at
cypressmoonstudios.org. For more information, call (256)-335-6961.
Media Release/Julie R. Schlosser
Marketing Assistant
Colbert County Tourism Bureau
