Compiled by Jackie Romine Walburn
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MAY
Who: Talladega’s Historic Ritz Theatre
What: The Maverick Lounge Series presents The History, Music and Story of Marvin Gaye
When: Friday, May 2, 7 p.m.
Where: Ritz Theatre, 114 Court Street North, Talladega
Why: Music legend. Tickets and info at www.ritztalladega.com or call 256-315-0000
Who: Leeds Knights of Columbus Council 5597
What: Knights of Columbus Charity Bingo Night
When: First and third Fridays, May 2 and 16, 5 to 8 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m., and bingo starts at 6 p.m. Food available for purchase
Where: Leeds Civic Center, 1000 Park Drive
Why: Play bingo for cash prizes while raising money for local charities. Call Don Tice at 205-542-0671 for information
Who: Junior bass anglers
What: Alabama B.A.S.S Nation Junior State Championship
When: Safe daylight, Saturday, May 3
Where: Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing, Gadsden
Why: Championship bass fishing
Who: Steele Elementary School fundraiser
What: Bass tournament on Neely Henry Lake
When: Safe daylight, Saturday, May 3
Where: Canoe Creek Landing
Why: Help raise funds for Steele Elementary; contact clint.hathcock@sccboe.org
Who: Coosa River enthusiasts
What: Pedal Boats for rent at Coosa Landing
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. all summer long
Where: Coosa Landing Bait Shop at Neely Henry
Why: Rent a swan, duck or dragon pedal boat for $20 an hour; $10 per hour after first 60 minutes; Holds 5 riders, 2 pedalers per boat. Life jackets required and are available.
Who: Partnership of Gadsden Parks and Recreation, Rainbow City Fly Fishing Club, Greater Gadsden Tourism and State Rep. Craig Lipscomb
What: Fly Fishing on Black Creek
When: Summer days, through June 30, dawn to dusk
Where: Black Creek at Noccalula Falls Park
Why: Fly fish for rainbow trout on Black Creek, $10 to $35; state fishing license required and special trout permit require. Four-trout limit. Details at www.greatergadsden.com/fly-fishing/
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Performance of A Guide to Love and Murder
When: May 2 and 3, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; May 4, 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Live performances; tickets at www.leedsartscouncil.org
Who: Noccalula Falls Spring Trail Run
What: Half marathon and 5-mile run
When: Saturday, May 3
Where: Noccalula Park
Why: Competitive run during art show
Who: Imagination Place Children’s Museum
What: Sensory Friendly First Saturday
When: May 3, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., through September 6, 2025
Where: Imagine Place, 501 Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Those with sensory sensitivities are invited to experience our spaces with dimmed lighting and limited sounds. Regular admission applies to the sensory friendly period: $8 per person for children and adults, free for children under 24 months, free for Hardin Center members, and $2 per person for families with EBT cards (up to 6 people)
Who: Noccalula Park
What: Art on the Rocks
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4
Where: Noccalula Road Gadsden
Why: Live music, crafts, pottery; first 150 shoppers get free shopping bags
Who: Gaither Vocal Band
What: Gaither Vocal Band Gospel Concert
When: Sunday, May 4
Where: Church at Will’s Creek, Gadsden
Why: Gospel music!
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Auditions for The Music Man
When: May 5-6, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: More information at www.leedsartscouncil.org
Who: Heritage Hall Museum and Art Center
What: Tradition to Innovation: Contemporary Art Quilts by Nancy Goodman
When: Tuesdays through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout May
Where: Heritage Hall, 200 South Street East, Talladega
Why: Modern takes on the art of quilting
Who: Gadsden Youth Chorus
What: Spring Concert
When: Monday, May 5
Where: Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts, Gadsden
Why: Local young singers
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Masterpiece Mondays at Leeds Theatre and Arts Center
When: Mondays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 9 a.m. to noon. Open every Monday.
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Open every Monday, exhibiting art of local artist Sylvia Lovell. www.facebook.com/leeds.a.council
Who: Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
What: Time to Read Book Club
When: May 7 (every first Wednesday) from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Library at Parkway Drive
Why: All welcomed; bring a snack to share
Who: The Faith Riders
What: Thunder @ the Grove
When: May 8, every second Thursday at 6 p.m.
Where: Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 2001 Cedar Grove Road, Leeds.
Why: Join the Faith Riders every second Thursday for food and fellowship. No bikes required. Come as you are. More information at 205-699-8446
Who: Calhoun County Area Chamber and Visitors Center
What: Small Business Awards
When: Thursday, May 8, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Longleaf Event Center, Anniston Museum of Natural History
Why: Honoring small businesses
Who: Gadsden Museum of Art March
What: Gadsden Museum of Art exhibiting artists Jennifer Wallace Fields, True Colors, Bethany Moore
When: Throughout May 2025, beginning May 2; Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 515 Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Visit GMA each month to see exhibits by important artists
Who: Toastmaster Club
What: Twice monthly Toastmaster Club meetings
When: Second and fourth Thursdays, May 8 and 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Downtown Civic Center, Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Membership fee is $60 twice a year, including access to online manuals and modules. $20 new member fee. You may attend three meetings without membership.
Who: Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos
What: Interactive sing-along show featuring dueling piano players
When: Friday, May 9, 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Venue at Coosa Landing, Gadsden
Why: Sing along; call 256-549-4730 for ticket information
Who: City of Oxford
What: Second Friday on Main
When: Friday, May 9; June 13, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Historic Downtown Oxford
Why: Explore al Historic Oxford offers in this monthly event. More at www.oxfordmainstreet.com
Who: Downtown Talladega merchants
What: Second Saturday
When: Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Talladega Bottling Works
Why: Music and more each Second Saturday
Who: Airport Marine
What: Fishing Tournament
When: Saturday, May 10, safe daylight
Where: Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing
Why: Qualifying tournament for Classic tournament in June at Lake Guntersville
Who: Noccalula Falls Black Creek Trails
What: Run to the Max for Mental Health, a 5K run
When: Saturday, May 10, 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. start
Where: Noccalula Falls Park, Gadsden
Why: 5-K run benefits mental health
Who: Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
What: American Sign Language classes
When: Wednesday, May 14 and 28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Where: Leeds Jane Culbreth Library, 8104 Parkway Dr, Leeds, AL 35094
Why: Melissa Lee is teaching American Sign Language. To sign up, go to www.leedslibrary.info
Who: Yard sale enthusiasts
What: US 11 Antique Alley Yard Sale
When: Thursday-Sunday, May 15-18
Where: Highway 11: Attalla, Reece City, Keener
Why: 500+ miles of yard sale, details at www.US11antiquealley.com
Who: Anniston Museum of Natural History
What: Third Thursday: Growing Cacti and Succulents Indoors
When: Thursday, May 15, noon
Where: Longleaf Event Center at AMNH
Why: Hear expert Danny Hall discuss cacti and succulents. $5 and free to museum members. Call 256-237-6766 to register or online
Who: Pell City Chamber
What: Third Thursdays in Downtown Pell City
When: Thursday, May 15, 11 a.m.
Where: Historic Downtown Pell City
Why: Look for specials, sales and fun.
Who: City of Altoona
What: Altoona Day
When: Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 3315 Main Street, Altoona
Why: All vendor fees go to Blayke Brigade Starlight Shop to help families with Christmas
Who: One World Pet Resort
What: One World Canine Obstacle Run, owner-dog teams compete in 4-mile, 30-obstacle course
When: Friday to Sunday, May 16-18
Where: Pet resort at 315 Rucker Street, Anniston
Why: Dogs! And owners! Details at One World Canine Obstacle Run online.
Who: Downtown Dance Conservancy
What: Presentation of MARIE
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 17 and 18
Where: Gadsden City High School, Black Creek Parkway, Gadsden
Why: Dancing
Who: Gadsden Mall
What: Food Truck and Culture Festival
When: May 23 and 24
Where: Gadsden Mall, Rainbow Drive
Why: Food and culture
Who: Neely Henry Bass Club
What: Fishing Tournament
When: Saturday, May 24, safe daylight
Where: Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing
Why: Bass fishing
Who: Southside community
What: Cruising for a Cure car show
When: Saturday, May 24
Where: Southside Stadium, Highway 77
Why: Benefit for young cancer patients and their families
Who: Leeds Chess Club
What: Monthly Leeds Chess Club gathering for all ages and abilities
When: Fourth Saturday, May 24, June 28, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Why: Come to learn, brush up on chess skills, have fun
Who: Talladega Classic Car Club
What: Classic Car Cruise-In
When: Saturday, May 25 and June 28
Where: Classic Toys at 515 East Battle Street, Talladega
Why: Classic cars and trucks cruise in every 4th Saturday
Who: Kids 6 to 12
What: Gross Out Camp
When: Monday-Friday, May 27-30, June 9-15, June 23-27
Where: The Venue at Coosa Landing, Gadsden
Why: Day Camp with hands-on fun. It’s science but don’t tell the kids
Who: Pell City Chamber of Commerce
What: Business Builder Breakfast
When: Thursday, May 29, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Where: Pell City Municipal Complex
Why: Free event. Register at pellcitychamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/5914
Who: 7 Bridges
What: Tribute series concert
When: Friday, May 30
Where: Mort Glosser Amphitheater, Gadsden
Why: Live music
Who: Greater Gadsden Tourism and Double Creek Rodeo Co.
What: American Legion Pro Rodeo
When: May 30 and 31
Where: Etowah Fairgrounds, Attalla
Why: See the rodeo. $20 tickets
Who: Grand River Pickers
What: Jigsaw Puzzle Club
When: Last Friday each month, May 30; June 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: The Shops at Grand River, Suite 672, Leeds
Why: Join Jigsaw Puzzle people
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Community Chorus Concert
When: Saturday, May 31, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Local performers; info at www.leedsartscouncil.org
Who: Tillison Bend River Lot
What: 11th annual Bash at the Bend
When: May 31
Where: The River Lot at Tillison’s Bend
Why: Live music
Who: Dancers and singers
What: Southern Soul Fest, powered by Lamonsta and Mr. Bowtie
When: May 31 and June 1
Where: Mort Glosser Amphitheater, Gadsden
Why: More than 20 artists and line dancing
JUNE
Who: Local farmers
What: Rainbow City Farmer’s Market
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 a.m. to noon; beginning June 2
Where: Rainbow City Municipal Building Parking lot
Why: Fresh produce
Who: Local farmers
What: Glencoe Farmer’s Market
When: Tuesdays, beginning June 3
Where: Glencoe Police Department, Chastain Blvd.
Why: Fresh produce
Who: Local farmers
What: Attalla Farmer’s Market
When: Thursdays, noon to 5 p.m. June to September
Where: At 5th and 3rd in downtown
Why: Fresh produce
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Summer Theatre Camp One: Aladdin Jr.
When: Workshop June 2 to 15; performances June 13 to 15
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Camp for students, rising second graders to rising 12th graders. $225 per student; $200 for second student from a family. More at www.leedsartscouncil.org
Who: Box guitar folks
What: Box Con Cigar Box Guitar Box festival
When: June 5-7
Where: Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts, Gadsden
Why: Musicians with box guitars
Who: Summer Concert Series
What: Live music at the Amp
When: June 5 featuring Boot Scootin’ Boogie Nights, July 4, Nash County
Where: Mort Glosser Amphitheater, Gadsden
Why: Music and dancing
Who: Leeds Knights of Columbus Council 5597
What: Knights of Columbus Charity Bingo Night
When: First and third Fridays, June 6 and 20, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6 p.m. Food available for purchase
Where: Leeds Civic Center, 1000 Park Drive
Why: Play bingo for cash prizes while raising money for local charities. Call Don Tice at 205-542-0671 for information
Who: Gospel singers
What: Gold City Gathering
When: June 6 and 7
Where: The Church at Wills Creek
Why: Singing the Gospel
Who: Pell City Chamber and local sponsors
What: 26th Annual Pell City Hometown Block Party
When: Saturday, June 7, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Pell City
Why: FREE! Live music on four stages: rock, county R&B and homegrown stage; kids zone, food vendors Details atbusiness.pellcitychamber.com/events/details/2025-pell-city-hometown-block-party-5980
Who: Anniston Museum of Natural History
What: HerpFest 2025, a celebration of reptiles and amphibians
When: Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Longleaf Event Center
Why: Expect live animal encounters, crafts, face painting, interactive activities and a sensory slime swamp
Who: Imagination Place Children’s Museum
What: Sensory Friendly First Saturday
When: June 7 through Sept. 6
Where: Imagine Place, 501 Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Those with sensory sensitivities are invited to experience our spaces with dimmed lighting and limited sounds. Regular admission applies to the sensory friendly period: $8 per person for children and adults, free for children under 24 months, free for Hardin Center members, and $2 per person for families with EBT cards (up to 6 people)
Who: City of Attalla
What: Attalla Jeep Fest
When: June 7
Where: Downtown Attalla
Why: Many cool Jeeps
Who: The LOC Kingdom and Kingdom Foundation
What: The I Am Not My Hair Bi-annual Hairshow
When: Sunday, June 8, 6 to 8 p.m.; Red Carpet and Vendor Event at 4:44 p.m.
Where: Anniston Meeting Center, 1615 Noble Street, Anniston
Why: Special celebrity guests, dancers and hair art. 50 percent of proceeds go to Kingdom Foundation for charities
Who: Pell City Chamber of Commerce
What: Lunch and Learn
When: Thursday, June 12, noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Pell City Municipal Complex
Why: Hear from expert guest speakers, free for chamber members; $10 for non-members
Who: American Legion 71
What: Car-Truck Show and Swap Meet
When: June 13 and 14
Where: Etowah Fairgrounds
Why: Cool cars and trucks, door prizes
Who: Neely Henry Lake Association
What: Neely Henry Lake Association Annual Poker Run
When: June 14, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Southside Landing
Why: NHLA’s major fundraiser for the year
Who: Heritage Hall Museum and Art Center
What: Kids ART 2025, annual exhibit of kid’s art from the Art in the Schools program
When: Camp dates June 23-27; July 14-18 and July 28-Aug. 1
Where: Heritage Hall, 200 South Street East, Talladega
Why: Workshops include painting, drawing, art/pottery, performance and music
Who: Gadsden Museum of Art
What: Summer art camps
When: Seven weeks in June and July; morning and afternoon sessions
Where: GMA at 515 Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Four-day youth art camps with exhibits on Fridays. Details at www.gadsdenmuseum.com/campforms
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Summer Theatre Camp Two: Shrek Jr.
When: Workshop June 16 to 29; performances June 27-29
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Camp for students rising second graders to rising 12th graders. $225 per student; $200 for second student from a family. More at www.leedsartscouncil.org
Who: Gadsden Museum of Art
What: Gadsden Museum of Art exhibiting artists Heather Baumbach, Mary Moore, Celestia Morgan, Amy Feger
When: Throughout June, beginning June 6, Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 515 Broad Street, Gadsden
Why: Visit GMA each month to see exhibits by important artists
Who: The Faith Riders
What: Thunder @ the Grove
When: June 12 and July 10, every second Thursday at 6 p.m.
Where: Cedar Grove Baptist Church. 2001 Cedar Grove Road, Leeds.
Why: Join the Faith Riders every second Thursday for food and fellowship. No bikes required. Come as you are. More information at 205-699-8446
Who: City of Oxford
What: Second Friday on Main
When: Friday, June 13, 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Historic Downtown Oxford
Why: Explore al Historic Oxford offers in this monthly event. More at www.oxfordmainstreet.com
Who: Downtown Talladega merchants
What: Second Saturday
When: Saturday, June 14 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Talladega Bottling Works
Why: Music and more each Second Saturday
Who: American Legion Attalla Post 71
What: Dinner and Dance
When: June 13 and 27, Second and fourth Saturdays each month, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: 201 Griffin Street, Attalla
Why: Dinner and dancing fun
Who: Downtown Talladega merchants
What: Second Saturday
When: June 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Talladega Bottling Works
Why: Music and more each Second Saturday
Who: Riverside Beautification Organization
What: Riverside 15th Annual Poker Run
When: June 15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.;
Rain Date June 22
Where: Riverside Landing
Why: Raise funds for beautification efforts in Riverside
Who: Local farmers
What: Hoke’s Bluff Farmer’s Market
When: Mondays in summertime, beginning June 16
Where: 3301 Alford Road, Hoke’s Bluff
Why: Fresh produce
Who: Kings of Swing
What: Free concert by Kings of Swing
When: Tuesday, June 17
Where: Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts
Why: Swingin’ music
Who: Local farmers
What: Gadsden 5th Street Farmer’s Market
When: Each Friday morning in summertime, beginning June 20
Where: 5th Street Market, 439 Locust Street, Gadsden
Why: Fresh produce
Who: Movie enthusiasts
What: Dinner and a Movie featuring Encanto
When: Friday, June 20, 6 p.m.
Where: Southside Landing, 721 Pier Highway 77, Southside
Why: Free entry
Who: Athletes of all ages
What: Barbarian Challenge
When: Friday and Saturday, June 20 and 21
Where: Noccalula Falls Park, Gadsden
Why: Friday rope climb, kids fun run, 10K main event. Details at www.barbarianchallenge.com
Who: Coin enthusiasts
What: Northeast Alabama Coin Show
When: Friday and Saturday, June 20 and 21
Where: Venue at Coosa Crossing, Gadsden
Why: Sell, trade, buy coins
Who: Attalla folks
What: Downtown Attalla Happy Hour
When: Saturday, June 21
Where: Downtown Attalla, 5th and 4th, Attalla
Why: Join friends for downtown happy hour
Who: Bass anglers
What: McKenzie Bait and Tackle Fishing Tournament
When: Saturday, June 28, safe daylight
Where: Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing, Gadsden
Why: Fishing for prizes
Who: Bass anglers
What: American Bass Angler Pro League Fishing Tournament
When: Saturday, June 28, safe daylight
Where: Neely Henry Lake, Coosa Landing, Gadsden
Why: Qualifying for 2026 Ray Scott Championship
Who: Gadsden Symphony Orchestra
What: Summer Pops Concert
When: Saturday evening, June 28
Where: Gadsden City High School
Why: Music in the summertime
JULY
Who: Music enthusiasts
What: Summer Concert Series at the Amp
When: Sunday, July 4
Where: 344 1st Street, Gadsden
Why: Hear the music of Nash County
Who: Summer fun enthusiasts
What: Dukes, Boots and Swimsuit fun day
When: Monday, July 5, 5 p.m.
Where: Etowah County Fairgrounds, Attalla
Why: $40 entry for events including water kickball, tug-a-war, door prize, spades, dominoes, UNO. 4-wheelers, dirt bikes and horses welcome.
Who: Leeds Arts Council
What: Masterpiece Mondays at Leeds Theatre and Arts Center
When: Mondays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 9 a.m. to noon. Open every Monday.
Where: Leeds Theatre and Arts Center, 8140 Parkway Drive, Leeds
Why: Open every Monday, exhibiting art of local artist Debbie Simmons. www.facebook/com/leeds.a.council
Who: Pell City CEPA
What: Spotlight Kids Summer Drama Camp
When: July 8-17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; registration at CEPA through July 4
Where: CEPA at 25 Williamson, Pell City
Why: Students 7 to 17 come together to create a full musical in two weeks. $365 per student. Details at www.pellcitycepa.com/tickets
