The Shoals has a variety of upcoming events that provide a great way to be a part of your community whether you enjoy music, art, games, food, or outdoor events. Check it out and get involved! Planning ahead? View our full Events Calendar

Mane Room Music Festival
Apr
22
to Apr 24

Mane Room Music Festival

University of North Alabama’s Singing River Records is hosting the Mane Room Music Festival on April 22-24, 2025. Each night will have a unique event starting with the Sound of the Town Songwriter’s competition on Tuesday.

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Jazz on the Porch
Apr
30

Jazz on the Porch

The University of North Alabama Cole Honors College and Department of Music present Jazz on the Porch. There will be jazz performances by UNA Student and faculty on April 30 from 5-7pm at Coby Hall on UNA’s campus.

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Cloverdale Flea Market
May
3
to May 4

Cloverdale Flea Market

  • 12101 Alabama 157 Florence, AL, 35633 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

There will be an indoor and outdoor flea market in Cloverdale on May 3-4. It will be at the old Cloverdale Elementary School.

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Helen Keller Festival Color Run
May
3

Helen Keller Festival Color Run

The run is a 5K Fun Run and Fundraising Event that starts in downtown Tuscumbia and ends in Spring Park. Participants will be showered with color throughout with a food truck and more color fun at the finish line. This is a family-friendly event that benefits the festival and our Keller Kids program.

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Lucky Duck Dive
May
3

Lucky Duck Dive

There will be a Lucky Duck Dive at Royal Avenue Pool in Florence with all proceeds benefitting the Florence Education Foundation. The drawing will be on May 3 at 12PM. One lucky duck will be drawn for $5,000. It’s $10 per duck.

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Arts Alive 2025
May
17
to May 18

Arts Alive 2025

  • Wilson Park and Kennedy-Douglass Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 2025 Art Alive Festival will be on May 17-18th at the Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts and Wilson Park in Downtown Florence. The festival features quality national, regional and local artists and crafters. Admission is free.

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Rally at the River 2025
Jun
20
to Jun 21

Rally at the River 2025

The 23rd Annual Rally at the River benefit concert for St. Jude will be on June 20-21, 2025 at McFarland Park. Rally at the River was started twenty-two years ago by a group of nonprofit people to support St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The public is invited to attend.

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Easter at Chapel
Apr
20

Easter at Chapel

Join Christ Chapel this Easter to celebrate the resurrection hope of God’s love! On Sunday, April 20th, they’re hosting two worship services at 9am and 11am.

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Underwood Baptist Easter Egg Hunt
Apr
19

Underwood Baptist Easter Egg Hunt

Visit Underwood Baptist Church for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt on April 19 at 10:00 AM. Kids from preschool through 6th grade are invited to hunt for eggs, enjoy exciting activities, and celebrate the joy of Easter together.

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3rd Annual Senior Citizen's Prom
Apr
14

3rd Annual Senior Citizen's Prom

Florence City Parks & Recreation and Caring Connection are hosting the 3rd Annual Senior Citizen’s Prom on Monday, April 14 at the Florence-Lauderdale Coliseum. Come out for a fun-filled evening with dancing, food, and door prizes.

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Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live at UNA
Apr
8

Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live at UNA

Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new interactive show for all the family The Tennessee Valley Art Association is excited to offer both school and public shows of this experience to our region. This performance will be held on Tuesday, April 8th, at 12PM and 7PM in the Norton Auditorium.

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UNA Pop-Up Art Exhibition
Apr
7

UNA Pop-Up Art Exhibition

An exclusive one-night-only pop-up gallery showcasing the incredible talent of UNA students & local artists across various mediums. This event will be on Monday, April 7 from 4-8 pm at Singin’ River Brewing Co. It is a free event and everyone is invited to attend.

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One God Praise and Worship Night
Apr
6

One God Praise and Worship Night

The John Oubre for Antigua Foundation is having a fundraiser at the Florence Colosseum April 6th from 6-8pm called "One God Praise and Worship". This is a night of singing with local praise and worship teams with special guest Gary Nichols.

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R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of Aretha Franklin
Mar
31

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of Aretha Franklin

On March 31, 2025, Shoals Scholar Dollars and Broadway & Beyond Theatricals are bringing you “R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of Aretha Franklin.” This touring production is hitting 42 cities across the US, and Florence has been chosen as one of the lucky recipients. The performance will be on March 31 at 7pm at Norton Auditorium.

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City of Lights by Shoals Symphony Orchestra
Mar
2

City of Lights by Shoals Symphony Orchestra

The Shoals Symphony Orchestra presents City of Lights. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Paris with a concert featuring Gershwin’s “American in Paris,” and other French themed classics. Performance will be at Norton Auditorium on Sunday, March 2nd at 3pm.

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An Evening with Wildwood Trio
Mar
1

An Evening with Wildwood Trio

The Wildwood Trio consists of Tony Lee, Malcolm Singleton, and Eddie Martin, three longtime members of the Muscle Shoals area music community. Collaboration: An Evening with the Wildwood Trio will consist of specially chosen songs by each trio member. This event will be at the Ritz Studio on March 1 at 7pm.

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Tunes for Tuscumbia: A Benefit for Our City
Feb
28
to Mar 2

Tunes for Tuscumbia: A Benefit for Our City

Kingpin’s is BANDing together with musicians and local businesses to raise money for the businesses that were directly affected by the tornado that hit Tuscumbia. They will have live music for three days and will be asking for a $10 donation minimum per day to help raise money.

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