COLBERT COUNTY-Colbert County kicks off the warm spring weather with car shows, nature events, bees.eclipsees and more. Check out the April events for Colbert County :
Saturdays During April (April 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2024), April Walking Tours. Sheffield and Tuscumbia are hosting free walking tours every Saturday in April starting at 10 am, continuing a beloved tradition of exploring their rich history and architecture with knowledgeable guides. Tuscumbia’s tours vary weekly, featuring the First Presbyterian Church, the Winston Home, Locust Hill, and others, departing from the old Coldwater Books. Sheffield’s tours, led by Jimmy Austin, will explore the North Montgomery residential area and downtown business district, starting from Sheffield City Hall. Each tour lasts about 1 to 1-1/2 hours. The Tuscumbia tours are sponsored by the Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation, and Sheffield’s by the Sheffield Historic Commission. Open to the public, for more details, contact Colbert County Tourism at 256-383-0783.
April 1, 2024 – Solar Eclipse Party, Sheffield Public Library, 316 N Montgomery Ave, Sheffield. Enjoy music by Ed Bisquera and Dr. Eric Kirkman along with small bites. Eclipse glasses will be given to all attendees to watch the April 8th eclipse. Event will take place 5-6:30 pm and is free to the public. Information: 256-386-5633
April 2, 2024 – Solar Eclipse Informational, Sheffield Public Library, 316 N Montgomery Ave, Sheffield. Come learn about solar eclipses and how to safely observe them with David Curott, retired Professor of Physics and Astronomy. Eclipse glasses will be given to all attendees to watch the April 8th eclipse. Program will begin at 2 pm in the Conference Room and is free to the public. Information: 256-386-5633
April 5, 2024 – Exhibit opening at Tennessee Valley Museum of Art, 511 N Water St, Tuscumbia. Douglas Baulos, UAB Associate Professor of Drawing and Bookmaking and Art Studio, will exhibit a selection of mixed media artworks. “500 Years of Printmaking” will feature prints from the Cain Collection beginning in 1520. There will also be an exhibit of prints from the TVAA Permanent Collection in connection with Alabama’s Year of Birding through the state tourism office and Colbert County Tourism. Closing reception for the exhibit will be held May 17 at the museum. For more information visit www.tennesseevalleyarts.org.
April 6, 2024 – Wonderland Tea Party, Ritz Theatre, 111 W 3rd St, Sheffield. Join Alice and the tea party cast from Alice in Wonderland for tea on Saturday, April 6, at noon in the Ritz Studio. Time Out for Theatre (Ritz Children’s Theatre) is excited to bring this production to the Tennessee Valley. Be a part of the madness at our tea time where we will have a variety of drinks and finger foods, as well as opportunities for silly selfies with the Mad Hatter and his friends. All proceeds will benefit TVAA’s Time Out for Theatre program. Tickets are $17 each or $30/pair. Seating is limited! Each seat is specially reserved for your party. Tickets: 256-383-0533 or www.tennesseevalleyarts.org
April 11, 2024 – Muscle Shoals Music Association Presents Spring Soiree, Muscle Shoals Church of Sound, 1515 Southern Blvd, Sheffield. Join the Muscle Shoals Music Association at 6 pm for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and music networking! Please RSVP at www.muscleshoalsmusicassociation.com.
April 12-13, 2024 – Alabama Crappie Trail Fishing Tournament, Riverfront Park, 1416 Alabama Avenue, Sheffield. Join us for the Alabama Crappie Trail Fishing Tournament on Pickwick and Wilson Lakes! This competition offers a family-friendly atmosphere with Division 1 and Division 2 competitions, boasting $5,000 and $500 guaranteed first-place payouts. It’s a perfect opportunity for competitive anglers to showcase their skills while enjoying the best of Colbert County. For more information visit www.alcrappietrail.com or contact Keith Cole at 256-476-7555.
April 13, 2024 – Kids and the Forest, Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook Ln., Tuscumbia. Join us for Kids and the Forest on April 13th at 1:30. It will be in partnership with the Alabama Forestry Commission and will be presented by Forester Johnnie Everitt. This event is intended for children ages 5-13. Free and open to the public! For more information, contact 256-381-5052 or email bellemontmansion@gmail.com.
April 13, 2024 – Keller Kids Color Run, Downtown Tuscumbia. The Helen Keller Festival committee is excited to announce the first ever Keller Kids Color Run. Keller Kids Color Run is a 5K fun run and fundraising event that will begin in downtown Tuscumbia and end in Spring Park. It will take place 9am-12noon. Participants will be showered with color throughout the course and can join in at the dance party at the finish line. Entries are welcome up to the day of the event. This is a family-friendly event. To register: www.helenkellerfestival.com
April 20, 2024 – Basstactix Alabama Tournament, Riverfront Park, 1416 Alabama Avenue, Sheffield. Save the date for the Basstactix Alabama Tournament at Riverfront Park in Sheffield! To register or for more information, visit www.basstactixalabama.com. More details to come!
April 20, 2024 – Alice in Wonderland, Ritz Theatre, 111 W 3rd St, Sheffield. (Play based on the classic by Lewis Carroll.) As the curtain rises, Alice slides into view at the end of her long fall down the rabbit-hole. It is a more delightful place for the audience than for Alice, who is trying desperately to get back home. She tries to get help from the Mad Hatter, the Rabbit, and from the very nice Cheshire Cat. Long enough to contain the most delightful incidents but short enough to keep audience attention. Run time is approximately 45 minutes. A Time Out for Theatre production at the Ritz, there will be school field trip productions throughout the week. Public performances are Saturday, April 20 at 2pm and 6pm. Tickets are $10. Children in lap (ages 0-2) are free. Tickets are available online or by calling 256-383-0533. www.tennesseevalleyarts.org
April 20, 2024 – Motor Madness Car Show and Concert at City Hall, 2010 E Avalon Ave., Muscle Shoals. Showcase your best vehicle for a $20 entry fee! Festivities will start at 8 AM with judging at 12 PM. will be taking the stage from 12 to 3 PM for some amazing entertainment. But wait, there’s more… Don’t forget about the food trucks, door prizes, and 50/50 raffle! Invite your friends and family, and come on out to this fun-filled event for everyone! For more information on participating, please email kmccollister@muscleshoalsal.org or call (256) 383-5675.
April 25-30, 2024 – Frontier Days featuring Chuckwagon Races, Rattlesnake Saloon, Four days packed full of fun. There will be a variety of games for kids of all ages. Come see the Full Rodeo, Bull Riding, Chuck Wagon Racing, Live Music, all sorts of vendors, and much, much more. For more information, visit www.rattlesnakesaloon.net.
April 26, 2024 – 55th Anniversary Fundraiser Concert, Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, 3614 Jackson Highway, Sheffield. Join our friends at Muscle Shoals Sound for an unforgettable night on April 26th at 7 p.m. for a celebratory concert featuring the band Hippies and Cowboys at the historic Muscle Shoals Sound Studio! More fantastic acts will be announced soon, so stay tuned! Enjoy the evening with food trucks, vendors, and awesome merchandise available throughout the event. It’s not just a concert; it’s an experience! This event is part of our initiative to keep the studio running for another 55 years and beyond! For more information, visit www.muscleshoalssoundstudio.org.
April 27, 2024 – Bees of Belle Mont, Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook Ln., Tuscumbia. Join us for Bees of Belle Mont on April 27th at 1:30. Bees of Belle Mont will be held on April 27, 2024 at 1:30. This program will be presented by Belle Mont’s beekeepers Fred and Linda Joly. This event is intended for all ages. Free and open to the public! For more information, contact 256-381-5052 or email bellemontmansion@gmail.com.
April 27, 2024 – Swampers 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, Muscle Shoals Middle School Gym. The 20th Annual Swampers 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk benefits the Shoals Civic League. Packet pickup is Friday, April 26th from 4:30-6:30 PM at the Muscle Shoals Middle School Gym and Saturday morning. All runners will receive a t-shirt and all 5K finishers and kids 12 and under in the 1 Mile will receive a custom finishers medal. For more information, call 256-320-7490, email runnerdude413@aol.com, or visit www.swampers5k.com.
April 27, 2024 – Celebrating Cane Creek Canyon, 251 Loop Rd, Tuscumbia. Spring is one of the best times to visit Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve – the waterfalls are flowing and the wildflowers are blooming. On April 27, we will wrap up Earth Month by celebrating this extraordinary property with a day of hiking, wildflowers, food, and music! While the preserve will be open at 7:00 am as usual, we will have special events throughout the day. For more information, visit www.landtrustnal.org.
April 27, 2024 – Birding Day at the TVMA, 511 N Water St, Tuscumbia. Join Colbert County Tourism as they host a “day of birding” in conjunction with Alabama’s 2024 Year of Birding. There will be an assortment of family-friendly crafts and activities on the grounds of the TVMA as well as free admission to the museum. Information: 256-383-0783
Media Release/Maryanne Floyd/Director of Communications/Colbert County Tourism & Convention Bureau
