Blount
Events and areas available for recreation and leisure are what many think make Blount County a truly wonderful and unique place to live! But Blount County’s best resource isn’t it’s scenic rolling mountains, it’s closely manicured golf courses, or even it’s covered bridges — Blount’s best resource is its people!
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“In Blount County, Alabama we found the perfect combination of high quality of life and low cost of living. We could have retired anywhere in the country, but the stunningly beautiful natural setting and the friendly people made this an easy choice."

- Barbara Anderson
Blount Resident of 17 years
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Upcoming Events
9-1-1 Festival
Fifty-five years ago in 1968, Alabama Speaker of the House Rankin Fite placed the first 911…
Miracle Worker Play
An outdoor drama depicting the life of America’s first lady of courage attracts thousands of…
Cruise & Croon
Presented by the All American Cruisers, Cruise and Croon welcomes locals and visitors to the…
Roaring 20’s Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner at Looney’s Amphitheater
First Time Ever at Looney’s Entertainment Complex! Join your hosts' TV Personalities The Southern…
June Fling
During the annual June Fling, over 100 booths, a cruise-in for all kinds of vehicles, a kidz fun…
Le Bel Age
The Le Bel Age tribute show pays homage to the First Lady of Rock, Pat Benatar. Band members are…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
- 3rd Fridays Downtown Decatur
- Recurring monthly on the 3rd Friday
Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Pandora's Box
- Looney's Tavern Entertainment and Cultural Center
- Recurring daily
What really stands out about this amazing tribute to Aerosmith, is that it sounds so authentic and…
Barbarian Challenge
Thrill-seeking athletes who are not afraid of getting muddy, wet and pushed to the limit will be…
Biomes Bonanza Multi-Day Camp
When: Monday - Friday, June 19 - 23 from 10 am - 2 pm and Monday - Friday, July 17 - 21 from 10 am…
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