Retirement & Relocation

Retirement is the day when you stop working and start enjoying seven day weekends, and here in North Alabama, there is plenty to see and experience as you live your life after retirement. Looking to retire or relocate? North Alabama’s natural beauty, mild winters, affordable cost of living, opportunities for an active lifestyle, access to healthcare, and rich, authentic cultural experiences are just a few of the reasons the region is a great place to retire. The cost of living in Alabama is very low and the state consistently ranks in the top 10 most affordable places in the United States to retire. From soaring mountains to sparkling lakes, North Alabama was once a hidden secret. Today, visitors travel from all over to trek along the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains for some of the country’s most scenic beauty and natural wonders. And, thanks to the flowing waters of the Tennessee River, North Alabama boasts some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the United States. Every weekend offers a different festival to experience and pack your appetite because the region is home to an array of unique and quirky restaurants. And so the adventure begins!

See What Others Are Saying About North Alabama

2025 Best Places to Retire- US News and World Report

Alabama among cheapest places to retire in US

Huntsville was selected as one of the nations 10 “Hidden Gem” real estate market for 2022 by the National Association of Realtors.

U.S. News Ranks the Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2023-2024

Study: Alabama second best state to retire in

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Jan 24

Eagle Awareness Weekend

Eagle Awareness at Guntersville

America’s national symbol, the bald eagle, is celebrated in January and February when Lake…

Jan 24

Fire & Ice

Step into the magic of Fire & Ice, a one-of-a-kind winter gathering at the Huntsville Botanical…

Jan 25

Dining In the Dome

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Feb 01

Jazzed Up February: Mardi Gras at the Garden

Jazzed Up February: Mardi Gras at the Garden promises an enchanting experience on February 1, 2025…

Feb 28

Moulton Mardi Gras Parade

Moulton Mardi Gras Parade

The Moulton Mardi Gras Parade is set to take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, in downtown…

Apr 04

First Friday in Downtown Gadsden

April - October & December Downtown Gadsden is the place to be the First Friday of the Month!…

Apr 05

Bloomin Festival

Bloomin Festival

Arts and crafts will be on display for two days in April when the St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School…

Apr 05

Cruise & Croon

Cruise & Croon

Presented by the All American Cruisers, Cruise and Croon welcomes locals and visitors to the…

Apr 18

3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur

3rd Fridays Downtown Decatur

Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…

Apr 19

Art on the Lake

Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features approximately 100 fine artists and…