COLBERT COUNTY-The month of October is filled with spooky and sweet treats for just about everyone. Colbert County Tourism has put all the scary events in one place so you will not miss one sweet and spooky treat!
October 2- 31, 2024 – Belle Mont Quilt Show, Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook Lane,
Tuscumbia. Belle Mont Quilt Show Press Release 2025 Historic Belle Mont Mansion is excited
to bring back their annual Quilt Show! Throughout the month of October, Belle Mont will be
decorated in vintage and antique quilts, dating as far back as the 1800s! Every Friday at 1,
during the month of October, Quilt Show curator Mr. Glenn Rikard will put on a Quilt Show
Program discussing the various quilts on display throughout the house. Don’t forget to bring
your own quilt to share with the group for “Quilt Show & Tell”! Admission to the exhibit will be at
regular Belle Mont admission prices. Admission to the Quilt Show Program will be $8.00 per
person. Belle Mont is located at 1569 Cook Lane in Tuscumbia, AL 35674. Please call 256-381-
5052 or email bellemontmansion@gmail.com.
October 3 – 6, 2024 – Something Wicked This Way Comes, Cypress Moon Studios, 1000
Alabama Ave, Sheffield. The classic Ray Bradbury tale comes to life LIVE onstage! In a small
anywhere town in any state in America, two young boys Will Halloway and Jim Nightshade,
enjoy the ever-shortening days of autumn. When the boys hear about a strange traveling
carnival from a lightning rod salesman, they decide to see what it is all about. However, Will is
fearful, as most carnivals end their tours after Labor Day. When the ominous Mr. Dark rides into
town on a dark midnight, setting up his massive carnival in a matter of seconds, the boys are
both thrilled and terrified. It seems to be just another carnival at first, but is it really? Can the two
boys and the small town stay away from the wicked that is lurking? Tickets are available for purchase on this link. For additional information, contact Tonya Holley at (256)-335-6961.
October 3 – Paint and Sip: Spooky Bookshelf, Emily Cooper Studio & Art Supply, 108 North
Main Street, Tuscumbia. What better way to set a spooky mood than by bringing Halloween
vibes to life on your very own bookshelf? Armed with a paintbrush and canvas and eagerly
awaiting the guidance of expert instructor Emily, we dive headfirst into the world of acrylic
painting. The vibrant colors and versatility of acrylics offer endless possibilities for creativity and
expression. Bring your Halloween bookshelf design to life, incorporating spooky elements like
Jack-‘o-lanterns, black cats, ghosts, spider webs and potion bottles. Get ready for a frightfully
good time, and let your creativity run wild as you transform your blank canvas into a chilling
work of art that will leave everyone bewitched. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Visit
here for tickets: Classes | Emily Cooper Studio & Art Supply | Tuscumbia, AL.
October 4, 2024 – 2 nd Annual Beef Field Day, Old Brick Presbyterian Church, 260 Mount
Pleasant Rd, Muscle Shoals. Join us for the 2nd annual Beef Field Day in Colbert County, which
will kick off October Beef Month. This field day is geared towards livestock producers who want
to enhance their herd's profitability and develop pasture management techniques. There will be
a guest speaker from the University of Tennessee, Dr. Katie Mason, who is a Beef Systems
Extension Specialist, and we will have regional extension agent guest speakers as well. We will
end the day with a local farm tour. Registration is available at
https://www.aces.edu/event/colbert-county-beef-field-day/. For additional information, please
contact Ali Gotcher at acg0134@aces.edu or call (334) 752-1718.
October 5, 2024 – Scooters for Hooters, Natchez Trace Harley Davidson, 595 Highway 72 W,
Tuscumbia. The Scooters for Hooters poker run will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024
from 9 AM–5 PM at Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson in Tuscumbia, Alabama. The event will help
raise funds for a cure.
October 5, 2024 – Emily Cooper Art Studio Presents: Weekend Workshop, Emily Cooper
Studio & Art Supply, 108 North Main Street, Tuscumbia. Welcome to our mixed media workshop
where you can unleash your creativity and dive into the world of artistry! In this class, our
talented instructor will guide you through the process of incorporating fall leaves into your
masterpiece, adding a touch of nature’s beauty to your work. Whether you are a seasoned artist
or a beginner looking to explore new techniques, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to let
your imagination run wild. Using a combination of different materials and methods, you will learn
how to create a stunning piece that showcases the vibrant colors of autumn foliage. So, grab
your friends and get ready to craft some truly unique and unforgettable artwork. Tickets must be
purchased in advance. For additional Information, call (256)-826-2151. Tickets are available for
purchase at Emily Cooper Studio’s Website.
October 8, 2024 – The Memphis & Charleston Railroad Bridge: Connecting the Shoals,
Muscle shoals Public Library, 1928 Avalon Ave, Muscle Shoals. Muscle Shoals National
Heritage Area, an AHA grantee, has revealed a new traveling exhibit called "The Memphis &
Charleston Railroad Bridge: Connecting the Shoals." This exhibit aims to address the question
of how we can raise awareness about the historic Old Railroad Bridge that serves as a
connection between Sheffield and Florence. Join scholar Clayton Davis, MSNHA historic
preservationist and primary author of The Memphis & Charleston Railroad Bridge's nomination
for the National Register of Historic Places, for a thought-provoking presentation. Exhibit Talk —
5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct 8. To learn more, visit MSNHA’s website.
October 10, 2024 – Pachanga with the Patriots, Northwest Shoals Community College, 800
George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals. Join us at 5 p.m. on the NWSCC Shoals Campus for
authentic Hispanic cuisine, music, dancing, tortilla making, piñatas, lotería, & more! For
additional information, contact Kaci Ethridge at (256)-381-8181 or kaci.ethridge@nwscc.edu.
October 10, 2024 – Author Talk with Georgina Cross and Rea Frey, The Logan Room, 307
N Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield. Author talks with Rea Frey in conversation with Georgina
Cross. They’ll discuss Rea Frey’s new book “In Every Life.” The event will begin at 5:30 pm with
food and Music by Ed Bisquera, and Georgina Cross will interview Rea Frey at 6:30 PM. Come
by Sheffield Public Library or call 256-386-5633 to get a free ticket.
October 10-12, 2024 – Girlfriend, The Ritz Theatre, 111 W. 3 rd Street, Sheffield. In Nebraska in
the ’90s, Will, a bit of a social outcast, and Mike, the popular football player, figure out that there
is more to life than what high school has taught them. Days after graduation, they explore their
relationship and begin to ask themselves where their lives begin. Based on the album by
Matthew Sweet, Girlfriend is a pop/rock musical for everyone who’s lived in a small town and
feels for their first love. Play will begin at 7 PM. Contact (256)-383-0533 for more information.
October 11, 2024 – 5 th Annual Civitan Charity Golf Tournament, Robert Trent Jones, 990
Sunbelt Pkwy, Muscle Shoals. 4-man scramble $500 per team. Entry fee includes green fee,
cart, breakfast, lunch, and 2 beverages. For more info, visit their Facebook page.
October 12, 2024 – Fall Handprint Pottery, The Artsy Place, 710 E 6th St, Muscle Shoals. As
The Artsy Place grows busier, we are no longer able take walk ins for hand print pottery! We will
now be offering hand print Pottery by events only! The Fall Handprint Pottery will begin at 10
AM.
October 12, 2024 – Laucktoberfest, Downtown Cherokee. Are you looking for a good time
with some good family fun and entertainment? If so, come on out to downtown Cherokee, AL on
October 12th to experience "Laucktober Fest 2024". This is a charity event that will benefit
Every Piece Matters for Autism Awareness. The 4th annual car show will kick off the day at 8am
and provide an escape back in time as you gaze at the beautiful and funky cars, trucks, bikes,
and tractors of the past and present. There will be a Fun Zone all day for the kiddos that will
include blow ups. There will be amazing food and vendors on site all day to satisfy your hunger
and provide you with opportunities to shop for one-of-a-kind arts, crafts, and other unique items.
There will also be silent auctions and a 50/50 raffle throughout the day. And last but certainly not
least if you love music, this is certainly the place for you. There will be live music throughout the
day beginning at 9am with “The Cadillacs” and continuing with “Joseph Baldwin” at 11am, then
ending the day with an amazing performance from one of the hottest up and coming musicians
in North Alabama, “Austin Bohannon”, going on stage at 2pm. The day will be full of fun for all
and will be sure to have people dancing in the streets by the end of the day. We hope to see
you all there!
October 16, 2024 – Cherokee Public Library Community Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Fundraiser, Cherokee Public Library, 118 Church Street, Cherokee. Bring your completed
submission and entry fee to the Cherokee Public Library before 4:00 pm on Wednesday,
October 16th. Submission fee: $1 Fill out your submission card with the pumpkin’s name and
your information. Encourage your friends and family to vote by bringing donations to the library
to vote for your pumpkin. Votes must be in $1 increments. On Halloween, the votes will be
tallied. Winners will be contacted by phone and announced at noon on Facebook. The grand prize winner will be able to select 5 books to purchase for the library’s collection in their honor.
Pumpkins will be on display October 17-31st. For more information, contact the Cherokee
Public Library at 256-359-4384.
October 18, 2024 – KFK 2 nd Annual Golf Classic, Cypress Lakes Golf and Tennis, 1311 E 6 th
St., Muscle Shoals. Join us for our annual golf tournament to help raise money for life saving
SIOD research! You can enter the Kruizin’ For a Kure tournament as an individual or a team of
4. We also have sponsorship opportunities for businesses to take part in. Starts at 8 am.
October 19, 2024 – 3 rd Annual Howl n Growl, Colbert County Animal Shelter, 5010 Missouri
Street, Tuscumbia. Haunted Walk Thru, Celebrate Halloween with the Colbert County Animal
Shelter! Trunk-or-Treat, Bake Sale, Vendor Booths, Food Trucks, Kissing Booth. From 4 PM- 8
PM.
October 19, 2024 – Sheffield Ghost Talk–Haunted History of the Shoals, The Ritz Theatre,
111 West 3rd Street, Sheffield. Discover the eerie tales and ghostly legends that have been
passed down through generations. This event will take place inside the Ritz Theatre Studio in
Sheffield. Get ready to hear bone-chilling stories anchored in our real history. Don’t miss out on
this unforgettable experience! Pay when you arrive for the tour or purchase advance tickets.
Limited seating. We suggest booking online to ensure your spot. Advanced tickets are available
for purchase www.eventbrite.com/e/sheffield-ghost-talk-haunted-history-of-the-shoals-tickets-
1027650017867. This is a seated event. Snacks, beer and wine will be able for purchase.
October 19, 2024 – Coldwater Founder’s Day, Historic Log Cabin, Downtown Tuscumbia.
Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation proudly presents: Coldwater Founder’s Day!
Founder’s Day will feature homemade chicken stew, weaving, live music, bake sale, food truck,
and more. The event will take place October 19 th from 10 AM – 3 PM. For additional information,
call (256)-710-9081.
October 25-26, 2024 – Spring Firefighters Valley Rodeo, Longhorn R Arena, 2576 3 Mile Ln,
Tuscumbia. Don't miss Spring Valley Firefighters Rodeo – Friday happening at Longhorn R
Arena, Tuscumbia, AL, United States. A great evening with good music and a laid-back
atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out! Tickets: Adults – $15.00 Children –
$10.00 (7-12) 6 & under FREE
October 24, 25, 27, 2024 – Halloween Cabaret, The Ritz Theatre, 111 W. 3 rd Street, Sheffield.
Join us as we explore the mind of Tim Burton’s iconic scenes and songs in the flesh! Auditions
for It's Showtime! A Halloween Cabaret will be held at the Ritz Studio on Saturday, September
7th from 2:00pm to 5:30pm. To audition, bring a track of your favorite song from any of Tim
Burton’s musicals, ‘Corpse Bride&’, ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’, ‘Sweeney Todd’, etc.
October 26, 2024 – Fall Handprint Pottery, The Artsy Place, 710 E 6th St, Muscle Shoals. As
The Artsy Place grows busier, we are no longer able take walk ins for hand print pottery! We will
now be offering hand print Pottery by events only! The Fall Handprint Pottery will begin at 10
AM.
October 31, 2024 – Monster Mash Bash, Ivy Manor, 615 River Bluff Drive, Sheffield. Join us
for the FIRST annual Monster Mash Bash at the Manor! October 31!!! Musical lineup will be
announced soon Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club of NW Alabama!
October 31, 2024 – Tuscumbia Halloween Festival, Colbert County Courthouse, 201 North
Main Street, Tuscumbia, The Colbert County Sheriff’s Office is set to host its second annual
Halloween Festival. On October 31 from 6-8 p.m. The sheriff’s office will host its annual
Halloween festival with a night of fun, games, food and Halloween bags for kids. Festivities will
include hot dogs, drinks, face painting, activities and so much more. Everyone is invited and
welcome to attend. This year’s festival will take place on the Colbert County Courthouse lawn.
Media Release/Julie Schlosser
Colbert County Tourism
