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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

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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

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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

Southside and Rainbow City Christmas Boat Parade

Southside Christmas Parade

Christmas at the Falls

Let It Snow

Meet the Grinch At Christmas at the Falls

Lights On the Landing

Altoona Christmas Parade 2023

Downtown Gadsden Christmas Tree Lighting

Annual Holiday Tour of Homes

A Christmas Carol Hosted by Theatre of Gadsden
2023-12-01
Ebenezer Scrooge is haunted by the ghosts of Jacob Marley, Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and the Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come. Faced with his own mortality and the evil results of his misanthropic, miserly ways, Scrooge is redeemed, reconciled with his nephew and his neighbors, and becomes a second father to his assistant’s son, Tiny Tim. December 1-3, 2023
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Area Wide Towing Association Annual Demolition Derby for Cancer
2023-12-02
This Year’s Annual Demolition Derby Presented By The Area Wide Towing Association Will Be Held At The Etowah County Fairgrounds Gates Open At 3pm Showtime At 5pm Tickets $10per Person Children 6 And Under Are Free. This Event Is To Help Raise Money For local Cancer Patients In Our Community  
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Mistletoe Market
2023-12-02
It is that festive season again….You know where to meet me… Meet me under the Mistletoe at Mistletoe Market! The seventh Annual Mistletoe Market hosted by the City of Gadsden is right around the corner; mark your calendars for December 2-3, 2023. Mistletoe Market will be located at 344 1st Street in downtown Gadsden, across from the Spirit of American
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Christmas on the Coosa
2023-12-02
Duration Each day will include hourly skate times with 15-minute breaks. Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. until 11 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. until 10 p.m. Guest are welcome to mingle around Christmas on the Coosa before or after their skate time to enjoy shopping, dinner or visit our Christmas Cocktail Bar (Must be
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Southside Christmas Village
2023-12-09
Christmas Village is made up of arts & crafts vendors from 9am-3pm in the gravel parking lot next to City Hall. The Christmas Parade is at 5pm, with lineup starting at 4pm at Southside High School. The Christmas Tree Lighting will take place in front of City Hall following the Christmas Parade. Any Arts & Craft Vendors interested in participating
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How the Grinch Stole Downtown
2023-12-09
Join us for a shopping extravaganza and scavenger hunt!!
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Kings of Swing Free Christmas Concert
2023-12-12
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Carver Christmas Parade
2023-12-16
🗣️🗣️🗣️Please note, date change!!! Due to the City of Gadsden parade on the same date, we’ve decided to change the date of the Tuscaloosa Avenue parade. There will be a google form available in the coming days to sign up for entry.
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Paws On The Falls
2023-12-28
Tis’ the season to Wag! Bring your furbaby and wag in the Christmas season with The City of Gadsden at Paws On the Falls. Paws On The Falls will take place on November 21st, 2023. The train will not run and the animal habitat area will be closed during this event. There will be a second Paws On The Falls
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“I Do Too” Bridal Show
2024-01-07
Bridal show featuring 50 plus vendors to make your dream wedding come true!
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    Save the Date March 8-10, 2024! Greater Gadsden Area Tourism sponsors the 2nd Annual Alabama Fishing Show & Expo at The Venue at Coosa Landing 🎣 #greatergadsden #visitnorthal #sweethomealabama

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    Save the Date March 8-10, 2024! Greater Gadsden Area Tourism sponsors the 2nd Annual Alabama Fishing Show & Expo at The Venue at Coosa Landing 🎣 #greatergadsden #visitnorthal #sweethomealabama

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    How we relax in Gadsden, Alabama...
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    Free public event at the Gadsden Airport! Aircraft, antique cars, food trucks and more. Bring the family and enjoy our airport this weekend!

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    Free public event at the Gadsden Airport! Aircraft, antique cars, food trucks and more. Bring the family and enjoy our airport this weekend!

    Moving Day for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism! Our new location at 623 Broad St. will provide a new and improved Visitors Center. City of Gadsden Parks and Rec Special Events are trading places with us moving into 90 Walnut St. Thank you for your patience this week. 😊

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    Moving Day for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism! Our new location at 623 Broad St. will provide a new and improved Visitors Center. City of Gadsden Parks and Rec Special Events are trading places with us moving into 90 Walnut St. Thank you for your patience this week. 😊

    Attending the Gadsden Rotary Little Black Dress charity fundraiser! 💃

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    Attending the Gadsden Rotary Little Black Dress charity fundraiser! 💃

    Looking for something fun to do? We got you! Check out our Event Calendar!

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    Looking for something fun to do? We got you! Check out our Event Calendar!

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    It has been a very busy and productive week. We had our first Lodging Meeting on Wednesday at The Venue at Coosa Landing. There were 6 hotels represented, and it was a fabulous launch and information share. I am really looking forward to developing an open communication partnership with all of our Gadsden, Etowah County Hotels and Campgrounds. We decided will continue these meetings quarterly!

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    It has been a very busy and productive week. We had our first Lodging Meeting on Wednesday at The Venue at Coosa Landing. There were 6 hotels represented, and it was a fabulous launch and information share. I am really looking forward to developing an open communication partnership with all of our Gadsden, Etowah County Hotels and Campgrounds. We decided will continue these meetings quarterly!

    Yesterday at the Alabama Mountain Lakes Annual Meeting, I was honored to receive my 2nd Year Scholarship to attend STS Marketing College in 2024! Etowah County will be represented with myself for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism and Christi Robinson for Etowah Chamber. Thank you, Tami Reist & team!

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    Yesterday at the Alabama Mountain Lakes Annual Meeting, I was honored to receive my 2nd Year Scholarship to attend STS Marketing College in 2024! Etowah County will be represented with myself for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism and Christi Robinson for Etowah Chamber. Thank you, Tami Reist & team!