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
Christmas in the Park
- Recurring daily
The City of Arab and Arab Parks and Recreation kick off the holiday season the day after…
Wonderland Under Warrior
Held at Rickwood Caverns State Park, Wonderland Under Warrior is a whimsical journey underground…
Christmas in Oneonta
Downtown Oneonta is set to sparkle this season as the community invites everyone to experience the…
12 Nights of Santa at EarlyWorks
- Nights of Santa
- Recurring daily
12 Nights of Santa is set to return to EarlyWorks Children’s Museum next month, bringing with it all…
Athens Sippin Cider Festival
- Athens Sippin Cider Festival
- Recurring on the 2nd Saturday of December
Everyone is invited to sip on winter’s favorite drink and shop in downtown Athens in celebration of…
Historic Decatur Christmas Tour of Homes
- Historic Decatur Christmas Tour of Homes
- Recurring on the 2nd Saturday of December
December 14, 2024; always the second Saturday in December. The Historic Decatur Christmas Tour is a…
Eagle Awareness Weekend
America’s national symbol, the bald eagle, is celebrated in January and February when Lake…
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…
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