"When the temperatures drop, North Alabama’s museums, shops, and attractions keep the adventure going indoors."
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Find the best place to throw a line. Get the scoop on a can't-miss play. Relive the history of this rich region. Your perfect adventure awaits. North Alabama boasts majestic natural wonders, picture perfect waterfalls, sparkling rivers and lakes, fun-filled festivals, colorful and vibrant art scenes, internationally-acclaimed music and food, a diverse cultural scene and rich and compelling history. Whether you’re gazing at a hot air balloon, enjoying a local delicacy, or shaking it to some soul music, there’s always something festive happening in North Alabama.
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Plot your North Alabama journey today to experience the blue waters, soaring mountains, rich cultural history, and amazing attractions that millions of travelers enjoy every year.
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Tigers for Tomorrow
The Preserve is open all year long on the weekends and we do add additional hours during holidays and Spring-Summer -Fall.
You can visit the preserve by purchasing general admission- allows you to spend as much time as you want on a walk about of the preserve
Cook Museum of Natural Science
20% off one full price item from the Museum Store
The Museum Store has the perfect gift for any occasion. Located inside the Cook Museum, the Museum Store is open to the general public without an Exhibits admission ticket. Choose from a wide range of items with price points for every budget. Whether you’re looking for a locally inspired souvenir, a special piece of jewelry, nature-inspired home décor, fun science experiments, books, toys, or more you’ll find something for everyone.
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Events
See All EventsBluegrass Saturday
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
The indoor theater, the Dual Destiny Theater, will host bluegrass concerts the first Saturday of…
La Famiglia Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join us every Saturday for an unforgettable evening filled with live music and mouthwatering eats…
Galentine’s Tea
Say cheers to friendship and gather in the Garden’s Nichols Arbor for a joyful afternoon tea filled…
Valentines 2026
We invite you to join us for an elegant Valentine’s Party designed for couples seeking a memorable…
Florence Wine Fest
Florence Wine Fest, one of North Alabama’s premier culinary and cultural events, takes place…
Wedding Expo
Your Naturally Delightful Occasion Begins Here! Join us at Huntsville Botanical Garden for our 2026…
Canstruction Competition
Join us for the Garden’s inaugural Canstruction Competition, taking place March 6–8, 2026…
Rock the South
- Recurring daily
Each summer, thousands of country fans gather in Alabama’s heartland to celebrate the grit, pride…
Vernal Equinox Concert
An evening of balance, renewal, and springtime strings. Welcome the first evening of Spring with a…
First Friday in Downtown Gadsden
April - October & December Downtown Gadsden is the place to be the first Friday of the month…
Bloomin Festival
Arts and crafts will be on display for two days in April when the St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School…
Cruise & Croon
The All American Cruisers Cruise In showcases a stunning collection of 50-75 vintage, classic and…
Smoke on the Falls/ Noccalula BBQ Festival
The Smoke on the Falls BBQ Competition is set to fire up the grills April 12, 2025, at Noccalula…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Art on the Lake
Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features approximately 100 fine artists and…