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ETOWAH COUNTY TOURISM

Giving Visitors to Etowah County All They Need To Enjoy.

Whether you're planning a weekend of hiking, biking, or a game of golf, or a getaway for the entire family, our weekend getaway, will help you find the perfect mix of activities, attractions, and accommodations for your upcoming stay in Gadsden, Alabama.
ABOUT US

Overview

Who We Are

Gadsden has the perfect combination of mountain scenery, rushing waters, and even a little history. From golf courses to children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
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Our Mission

The mission of the Etowah County Tourism Board is to develop the economic prosperity of Etowah County through the promotion of tourism and by attracting and assisting visitors to our communities.
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Our Product

Our product is the wide-range of leisure, cultural, historic, and recreational activities that Etowah County has to offer. In addition, the Coosa River and Noccalula Falls combine to give the county abundant natural resource attractions which drive our brand: our natural beauty, the outdoors, and outdoor activity
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Our Vision

Our goal is to give visitors to Etowah County all they need to enjoy our offerings and to be a strong partner with county stakeholders, while being a leader in regional tourism efforts.
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Our Goal

It points to the ECTB promoting Gadsden and Etowah County in a manner never done before. Actively promoting the Greater Gadsden Area should create an upswing in visitors, hotel room nights, and ancillary sales

20 Things To Do

Upcoming

Annual Events

Etowah County and Gadsden, Alabama, are home to many amazing unique events. It's not hard to deny we love the outdoors and every season and every day in Gadsden brings something new and exciting year round.

Worlds Longest Yard Sale

Christmas at the Falls

Smoke on the Falls

Barbarian Challenge

First Friday in Downtown Gadsden

Art On The Rocks at Noccalula Falls – Spring 2023
2023-04-15
Noccalula Falls Presents Art on the Rocks, a twice yearly event celebrating hand-crafted arts and crafts. Come stroll around the park and visit all of our vendors, each offering the most beautiful hand-made items around. You will see everything from paintings to pottery, carvings to candles , jewelry to Jellies; it’s all here! There will be plenty of great food
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The Princess Project
2023-04-16
Join us at The Venue at Coosa Landing for our Princess party for girls 12 and under. Wear your best Princess outfit and pose for photos.
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Wills Creek Spring Fling
2023-04-22
MARK YOUR CALENDARS Second Annual Wills Creek Spring Fling April 22nd, 2023 from 9:00-3:00 •Vendors, Food, Shopping, and Fun• NOW ACCEPTING VENDORS For Vendor Application Email: Willscreekmerchants@gmail.com
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Highway 132 Yard Sale
2023-04-27
The annual Highway 132 Yard Sale is April 28-29. There are also several folks who will be set up and selling on the 25 as well. Please spread the word.
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Strawberry Day
2023-04-28
Get ready for the YUMMIEST Day of the year!! Fun Facts about Strawberries: 1. Strawberries are grown in every single U.S. state and Canadian province. 2. Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in the spring. 3. According to the USDA, Americans eat 3.4 lbs. of fresh strawberries a year. and 4. Strawberry Day is Friday, A, 2023 at 5th
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Fish Fest 2023
2023-05-06
SAVE THE DATE – more details coming soon! 🎣 Pro Panels 🎣 Manufacture Reps 🎣 Boat demos 🎣 Free food & parking 🎣 RAFFLE PRIZES CONFIRMED BRANDS: ✅ Spearpoint Performance Hooks https://www.spearpointhooks.com ✅ The Bass University https://thebassuniversity.com
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Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health
2023-05-13
Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health is a 5k trail run / fun walk at the Noccalula Falls Black Creek Trails in Gadsden, Al on May 13th, 2023. The run is being held to support the nonprofit organization MAXimizing Mental Health, Inc. that is named after our son Max Cochran, a young man who took his own life at
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HWY 11/Antique Alley Yard Sale
2023-05-18
Attalla, Reece City & Keener, Alabama are the ❤️ of the 502 miles of yard sales along US 11 from Merdian, MS to Bristol, VA Contact us @ 256-538-3154 for vendor space. May 18-21, 2023
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The Mayor’s Memorial Day (MY TOWN) Bash
2023-05-27
Are you ready to AMP up you Memorial Day Weekend? We are excited to announce the first Mayor’s Memorial Day (MY TOWN) Bash at Mort Glosser Amphitheater. We are honored to have Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry on the stage Saturday, May 27, 2023. Tickets are on sale now at cityofgadsden.com We will have food trucks, beverage stations and lots
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American Legion Pro Rodeo
2023-06-02
It’s Rodeo Time again in Attalla, AL!!! The Cowboys & Cowgirls of the Southeastern Professional Rodeo Association are headed your way for The American Legion Post 71 Pro Rodeo. Come see all the exciting action
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    We love our home, and we hope you do too! Show us your love by tagging #greatergadsden to be featured on our Instagram

    Visit us online (link in bio) to check out all of the great events happing in the #GreaterGadsden area.

    You’ll also find info on dining, shopping, and accommodations.

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    Visit us online (link in bio) to check out all of the great events happing in the #GreaterGadsden area. You’ll also find info on dining, shopping, and accommodations.

    Another fabulous mural in the #GreaterGadsden area! 🎨 This one is the work of Summer Rice Esziart LLC and can be viewed at the Gadsden Mall.
    📸: Nae Beckham Thornton

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    Another fabulous mural in the #GreaterGadsden area! 🎨 This one is the work of Summer Rice Esziart LLC and can be viewed at the Gadsden Mall. 📸: Nae Beckham Thornton

    Mother Nature may not have gotten the memo but spring is officially here. Now’s the time to plan a getaway or mini-vacay! Visit us online (link in bio) for lodging and dining recommendations.

    We look forward to seeing you in the #GreaterGadsden area this spring.

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    Mother Nature may not have gotten the memo but spring is officially here. Now’s the time to plan a getaway or mini-vacay! Visit us online (link in bio) for lodging and dining recommendations. We look forward to seeing you in the #GreaterGadsden area this spring.

    All female cast. Tickets on sale now. For more info visit our event calendar online (link in bio).
    #GreaterGadsden

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    All female cast. Tickets on sale now. For more info visit our event calendar online (link in bio). #GreaterGadsden

    This Saturday from 3 on to 9 pm!

    Get with your friends, wear something green and enjoy the annual St. Patrick`s Pub Crawl in Downtown Gadsden!

    For more info and a list of participating businesses visit us online (link in bio).

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    This Saturday from 3 on to 9 pm! Get with your friends, wear something green and enjoy the annual St. Patrick's Pub Crawl in Downtown Gadsden! For more info and a list of participating businesses visit us online (link in bio).

    Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

    Don’t miss celebrating in the #GreaterGadsden area tomorrow at the St. Pat’s Pub Crawl in historic downtown Gadsden.

    For more information on this and other events, visit us online (link in bio).

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    Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️ Don’t miss celebrating in the #GreaterGadsden area tomorrow at the St. Pat’s Pub Crawl in historic downtown Gadsden. For more information on this and other events, visit us online (link in bio).

    MARCH MADNESS FOOD TRUCK FEAST TONIGHT!

    Look who`s coming to The Venue for the premiere of 2023 Food Truck Feast March 16th from 11-7:
    Ruby Dee`s
    Mobile Munchies
    Cousin`s Maine Lobster
    Brix & Stix
    Big Boys Wings
    Good To The Bone
    Lil Slats Smokehouze
    Kin Express
    Kaj`s
    Papa Queso
    2 Carter`s Catfish
    Lions Fire Den
    Taco Tuesday
    Pelican`s Snoballs
    Make plans to head to The Venue for some FABULOUS food!!!

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    MARCH MADNESS FOOD TRUCK FEAST TONIGHT! Look who's coming to The Venue for the premiere of 2023 Food Truck Feast March 16th from 11-7: Ruby Dee's Mobile Munchies Cousin's Maine Lobster Brix & Stix Big Boys Wings Good To The Bone Lil Slats Smokehouze Kin Express Kaj's Papa Queso 2 Carter's Catfish Lions Fire Den Taco Tuesday Pelican's Snoballs Make plans to head to The Venue for some FABULOUS food!!!

    Thanks everyone! 💫

    Be sure to visit often for updates in all of the great things happening in the #GreaterGadsden area.

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    Thanks everyone! 💫 Be sure to visit often for updates in all of the great things happening in the #GreaterGadsden area.

    Happy #WaterfallWednesday. Such a gorgeous shot from Brittney Whorton. Thanks for sharing!
    #GreaterGadsden

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    Happy #WaterfallWednesday. Such a gorgeous shot from Brittney Whorton. Thanks for sharing! #GreaterGadsden

    We can’t wait for the return of First Friday! Mark your calendar 🗓️
    #GreaterGadsden

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    We can’t wait for the return of First Friday! Mark your calendar 🗓️ #GreaterGadsden