COLBERT COUNTY-May is going to be a busy month in Colbert County. Music, Cars, Festivals and Fun. There will be something for everyone and a whole lot more. Get ready for some fun!
Now through May 17, 2024, at TVMA – The Art of the Print and What the Night Tells the Day, Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 North Water Street, Tuscumbia. Explore 500 years of printmaking from the Curator’s Collection and experience the installation by Douglas Baulos. For more details, contact the Tennessee Valley Art Association at 256.383.0533 or email tvaa@tennesseevalleyarts.org.
May 4, 2024 – Recall LaGrange, LaGrange College Site Park, 1491 LaGrange College Road, Leighton, AL. Celebrate the rich history of Alabama’s first college and military institute at the annual Recall LaGrange event. This year marks the 161st anniversary of the tragic burning of LaGrange College. Enjoy a full day of living history presentations, Civil War reenactments, arts and crafts vendors, musical performances, and more. The event runs from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM with the reenactment at 2:00 PM. For more information, contact Louise Lenz at (256) 446-9324 or follow the LaGrange College Site Park on Facebook.
May 4, 2024 – Celebrating Over 100 Years of Serving Tuscumbia, Coldwater Seed and Supply, 108 East 6th Street, Tuscumbia, AL. Join Coldwater Seed and Supply from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM as they celebrate over a century of service in Tuscumbia. The event will feature food and refreshments, knife sharpening, and a special moment to honor the seed store’s previous owners.
May 4, 2024 – Moms & Mimosas, Oak & Ivy Threads, 104 N Main St., Tuscumbia, AL. Join Oak & Ivy Threads to celebrate Mother’s Day! Enjoy permanent jewelry offerings by The Goldn Company, along with yummy mimosas and snacks. There will also be a special sale exclusive to this event. Bring your friends and enjoy a fun shopping day!
May 4, 2024 – Muscle Shoals Shootout CFR Performance Late Model Special North Alabama Speedway, 12200 Hwy 247, Tuscumbia. Experience the excitement of the “Muscle Shoals Shootout” CFR Performance Late Model Special at North Alabama Speedway on May 4th. All classes will run each event unless otherwise noted. The track is a 3/8 mile dirt track known for its thrilling 3-4 wide racing every Saturday. Grandstand gates open at 4:00 PM. For more information, call 256-577-9097.
May 4, 2024 – Rock the Trace, Natchez Trace Harley Davidson, 595 Highway 72 W, Tuscumbia, AL. Join the fun at Natchez Trace Harley Davidson for “Rock the Trace.” Enjoy free beer, good times, and a welcoming atmosphere for all bikes. For more information, call 256-383-5814.
May 4-5, 2024 – 2nd Annual Team Roping for RMHCA, 2576 3 Mile Lane, Tuscumbia, AL. Saddle up and join the Austin family, who stayed at the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Alabama, for a fun-filled team roping event. The competition runs from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Follow Team Roping on Facebook for the latest details and updates.
May 11, 2024 – May Second Saturdays, Downtown Tuscumbia, AL. Join the community in downtown Tuscumbia for the first Second Saturday of 2024, held in conjunction with the Shoals Cottagecore Festival. From 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, enjoy music, vendors, and demonstrations in the beautiful surroundings of downtown Tuscumbia. For more information, follow Second Saturdays Tuscumbia on Facebook or email logandis1@comcast.net.
May 11, 2024 – Shoals Cottagecore Festival, Downtown Tuscumbia, AL. The first annual Shoals Cottagecore Festival is coming! This event focuses on getting back to our roots, wholesome and simplistic living, using nature and knowledge to nurture new relationships, support artisans and small businesses, and fellowship together in downtown Tuscumbia. Cottagecore 2024 will be jam-packed with amazing vendors, delicious food, and music that will make your soul smile! This event is FREE to the public, so make plans to bring the family! From 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, enjoy music, vendors, and demonstrations in the beautiful surroundings of downtown Tuscumbia. For more information, visit the Shoals Cottagecore Festival 2024 event page on Facebook.
May 11, 2024 – Belle Mont Celtic Festival, Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook Lane, Tuscumbia, AL. Historic Belle Mont Mansion invites you to experience the rousing music of Scotland and Ireland with performances by noted Celtic musicians. The festival will also feature arts, crafts, and life skills demonstrations that showcase Celtic culture. Celtic merchandise and food vendors will be available on site. The event runs from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. For more information, visit the Belle Mont Celtic Fest event page on Facebook.
May 11, 2024 – World Collage Day, Ritz Studio, 111 W. Third St., Sheffield, AL. Celebrate World Collage Day by creating your own memory collage at the Ritz Studio from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Local artist Taryn Chase Jackson and family history documentarian Shannon Milliman will guide participants on capturing and preserving life’s special moments through collage. Materials are provided, but bringing personal items like photographs, letters, and ticket stubs is encouraged. This Mother’s Day weekend activity is perfect for families. It’s open to the public, suitable for all skill levels, and youth are welcome with adult supervision. For more information, call 256-383-0533. Join us to explore this accessible art form and share your creations using the hashtag #WorldCollageDayTVMA.
May 11, 2024 – Mother’s Day Brunch at TVMA, Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 North Water Street, Tuscumbia. Enjoy a lovely brunch buffet amidst beautiful art and music. Tickets are $20. For more details or reservations, contact the Tennessee Valley Art Association at 256.383.0533 or email tvaa@tennesseevalleyarts.org.
May 12, 2024 – Shoals Arts and Crafts Swap Gattman Park, Gattman Park Drive, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661, United States. Join local artists and crafters at the Shoals Arts and Crafts Swap to trade unwanted or no longer needed craft items. It’s a great opportunity to mingle, learn, and get inspiration from each other. Tickets are $10 each, covering your space for setup and including pizza and drinks.
May 16, 2024 – The Devotional Book Workshop with Douglas Baulos, Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 North Water Street, Tuscumbia. Join the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art at the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art at 6:00 PM. Douglas Pierre Baulos was born in Springfield, Illinois. In 1990, they received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In 1993, they received a Master of Fine Arts from the University of New Orleans. They are an Associate Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Their drawings, installations, and photos objects have been exhibited/published both nationally and internationally. Doug’s current works are explorations (visual) and meditations (poetry) centering on their ideas of spirituality, love, death, shelter, and hope.For more details or reservations, contact the Tennessee Valley Art Association at 256.383.0533 or email tvaa@tennesseevalleyarts.org.
May 16-19, 2024 – “Clue,” Cypress Moon Studios, 1000 Alabama Ave, Sheffield, AL. The Full Moon Players proudly present “Clue,” a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery, produced by Tonya Holly and directed by Wesley Thompson. Inspired by the iconic 1985 Paramount movie and the classic Hasbro board game, the story unfolds in a remote mansion where six mysterious guests gather for an unusual dinner party filled with murder and blackmail. As their host turns up dead, everyone becomes a suspect. Join Wadsworth the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, and others in a comedic race to uncover the murderer. Performances that will entertain both cult-fans and newcomers alike as they try to solve WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT! For tickets, call 256-335-6961 or visit www.cypressmoonstudios.org.
May 17, 2024 – Artist Talk with Douglas Baulos, Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 North Water Street, Tuscumbia. Join us for the closing reception and artist talk at 6:00 PM of What the Night Tells the Day: An installation by Douglas Baulos. For more details, contact the Tennessee Valley Art Association at 256.383.0533 or email tvaa@tennesseevalleyarts.org.
May 18, 2024 – Marines Helping Marines 4 Man Scramble Tournament, Cypress Lakes Golf & Tennis Club, 1311 East 6th Street, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661, United States. The third annual Marines Helping Marines 4 Man Scramble Tournament will take place on May 18th, 2024, with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM. This tournament benefits all veterans and the Conley Detachment #1477. Prizes include 1st Flight & 2nd Flight Winner, Closest to the Pin Contests on the Par 3’s, Putting Contest, Longest Drive Contest, and a $500 Hole in One Contest on a selected hole. Entry Fee is $400 per team, which includes Green Fee, Cart, Range Balls, Beverages, and Lunch. Hole Sponsorships are available for $100. For more information, contact Mike at 256-443-6779.
May 19, 2024 – Roots-Rock, Blues, and Americana Afternoon, The Village School, 200 Chickamauga St., Sheffield, AL. Join us from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at The Village School for an enriching afternoon of Roots-Rock, Blues, and Americana. Featuring performances by The Gretchen Emery Band (Soul/Blues from Delaware) and The Dirty Rain Revelers (Roots-Rock/Americana, Shoals-based). This family-friendly event is open to all ages, with a suggested donation of $10 at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Proceeds will benefit The Village School Foundation. For more information, visit www.thevillageschoolfoundation.org.
May 19, 2024 – Heinie Manush Day 2024 (Franklin Farriers vs. Cumberland Club of Nashville), Heinie Manush Field at Deshler High School, Tuscumbia, AL. Join us in celebrating the legacy of Heinie Manush as the Franklin Farriers take on the Cumberland Club of Nashville in vintage “base ball”. This year’s game is dedicated to the memory of Rick “Uncle Jesse” Brewer. Gates open at 11:00 AM, with the game starting at 12:00 PM. Enjoy this tribute to a baseball legend with no admission charge. T-shirts and food concessions will be available.
May 25, 2024 – Barrel Racing, Rattlesnake Saloon, 1292 Mount Mills Road, Tuscumbia, AL. Get ready for an exciting day of barrel racing at the Rattlesnake Saloon! More details will be provided soon. For more information, call Ms. Tee Tee at 256-370-7218.
May 25, 2024 – Mini Stock Madness, North Alabama Speedway, 12200 Hwy 247, Tuscumbia. Experience the excitement of the “Muscle Shoals Shootout” CFR Performance Late Model Special at North Alabama Speedway on May 4th. All classes will run each event unless otherwise noted. The track is a 3/8 mile dirt track known for its thrilling 3-4 wide racing every Saturday. Grandstand gates open at 4:00 PM. For more information, call 256-577-9097.
May 27, 2024 – Ritz Theatre Camp (Grades 3-6), Ritz Theatre, 111 W 3rd Street, Sheffield. Price: $200 for general enrollment, $175 for TVAA members at the Family/Friend level or above The Ritz Theatre Summer Camp is instructed by Jaleesa Escott and administered by the Tennessee Valley Art Association. They will learn the basics of stage performance and character development as they spend the week rehearsing a short stage play, developing characters, creating sets, finding costumes, and learning blocking. The end of the camp will result in a small production for family and friends to attend. Parents will sign their child in at 9:00 AM each morning and pick up from the Ritz at 3:00 PM. Two snacks will be provided. Students will need to bring their sack lunch. Students should also dress for movement. Sneakers are preferred. Spots are limited and registration is required. For more details or reservations, contact the Tennessee Valley Art Association at 256.383.0533 or email tvaa@tennesseevalleyarts.org.
May 31 – June 1, 2024 – North Alabama African Heritage Festival, Willie Green Center, 609 S. East St, Tuscumbia. Discover the beauty of African culture at the annual African Heritage Festival held every first weekend in June. Enjoy traditional drumming, lively dance demonstrations, and live music featuring rhythm & blues and gospel choirs. Explore African art, fashion, and crafts, and savor delicious food. The festival also offers folk storytelling and activities for children, making it a family-friendly celebration of diversity and heritage. For more information, call 256-383-0783.
For more information about any of the events listed above, contact Colbert County Tourism at 256-383-0783 or visit the Calendar of Events on our website at www.colbertcountytourism.org. Mark your calendars for these exciting events coming up in early June!
⦁ June 1: Muscle Shoals Street Rod Festival
⦁ June 3: Ritz Theatre Camp
⦁ June 7: Doctors, Lawyers, and Such with Tony Robertson
Media Release/Maryanne Floyd
Director of Communications/Colbert County Tourism & Convention Bureau
