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Collaborative Arts Projects
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-07-03 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Center for the Arts, 300 East Walnut Street, Troy, 36081, United States
At the JCA, we are inviting all citizens to come and make their mark with three collaborative art installations, and an extra craft for kids to visualize their patriotism. What does it mean to be a part of a bigger community? How can we be individuals who are also unified?

1776!
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-14 23:59 | Von Braun Center Playhouse, 700 Monroe St, Huntsville, 35801, United States
Music and Lyrics by Sherman EdwardsBook by Peter Stone

Directed by Leslie Gates

June 12-14, 18-21, 26-28Von Braun Center Playhouse, 700 Monroe St, Huntsville, AL 35801Tickets $30-32, group rates availablehttp://www.THTix.com or 256-536-0807

One bold act can change the course of history.The fight for independence has never been more thrilling than in 1776! This Tony Award-winning musical brings history to life with sharp wit, stirring songs, and a behind-the-scenes look at the passionate (and often chaotic) debates that led to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson battle deadlines, doubts, and each other in a race to forge a nation—proving that revolution is anything but easy.

2026 Alabama State Games
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-14 23:59
The Opening Ceremony will honer Native Americans and/or descendants of Native Americans, active and retired military members and their descendants, as well as descendants of individuals who served in any past American War or conflict; and Individuals who have contributed to the socio-economic welfare of Alabama and the United States.

The Alabama State Games return to Birmingham and Jefferson County for the annual statewide Olympic-style competition. The games, which annually attract athletes from throughout the state to compete in 27 different sports, will be June 12-14, 2026. Opening ceremonies will be held at Legacy Arena at the BJCC.

The Alabama State Games were established in 1982 at the request of the United States Olympic Committee to develop Olympics Style Games for the citizens of Alabama. The games showcases the traditions and ceremonies of the International Olympic Games. For complete event information, please visit www.alagames.com or call (334) 280-0065. The Alabama State Games is a program of the ASF Foundation. The main focus of the foundation is developing programs in the areas of health, academics, athletics, and good citizenship. For more info about the foundation visit: www.asffoundation.org.

2026 Alabama State Games
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-14 23:59 | Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, 35203, United States
The Alabama State Games was established in 1982 at the request of the United States Olympic Committee to give athletes exposure to Olympic-style sports. What started with 600 athletes competing in 4 sports has grown into the largest annual multi-sport event in Alabama with 5,000 athletes competing in 20+ sports. The 43rd Alabama State Games Opening Ceremony takes place Friday, June 12, 2026 at Legacy Arena in Birmingham. It starts at 7:00 PM, is free to the public, and will be special evening recognizing Alabama athletes, honoring Alabama heroes, and celebrating America’s 250th birthday.

Rock The South
2026-06-11 00:00 - 2026-06-13 23:59 | The Fields at Decatur, 3453 Gordon Terry Pkwy, Decatur, 35603, United States
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RockTheSouth

Watch Party for The American Revolution Documentary by Ken Burns: Episode 3
2026-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States
We will watch one episode each week and finish on July 1, just in time to celebrate America 250.

The American Revolution Series:

May 27 – Episode 1: In Order to Be Free (May 1754-May 1775)

June 3 – Episode 2: An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776)

June 10 – Episode 3: The Times That Try Men’s Souls (July 1776 – January 1777)

June 17 – Episode 4: Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)

June 24 – Episode 5: The Soul of All America (December 1777 – May 1780)

July 1 – Episode 6: The Most Sacred Thing (May 1780 – Onward)

Hannah White Arnett, NSDAR “America 250 Quilt Traveling Exhibit”
2026-06-10 00:00 - 2026-06-23 23:59
Exhibit followed by program for the DeKalb Library’s children’s reading program. 38 Children and parents attended. Questions and answers were shared about the American Flag and the America 250 Celebration.. Hannah White Arnett. Halter member read a book to children about the Declaration of Independence.

"Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death" Patrick Henry's Famous Speech and Program
2026-06-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Belle Mont Mansion, 569 Cook Ln, Tuscumbia, 35674, United States
This program will take place at historic house museum Belle Mont Mansion. It will feature a Patrick Henry interpreter from American Village giving Patrick Henry’s famous speech and a program on his life, legacy, and connection to Belle Mont by Mindy Bates, President of the Chief Colbert Chapter of the DAR. It will be free and open to the public. It will begin at 2:00 and have an expected conclusion time of 3:30. Tours of the home will be available after the program.

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with Niki Sepsas: America’s Atlantic Seaboard: Treasure Trove of History
2026-06-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, 35209, United States
This history series presented by Niki Sepsas tells the remarkable story of American Independence and celebrates our 250th anniversary. Provided through a grant from America 250 Alabama.

A ramble along the eastern coast of North America to trace the evolution of the earliest English settlements on the continent and their role in shaping the history of what would become the United States of America.

America 250 Talk - The Constitution of the United States: A Medieval Document?
2026-06-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, 35124, United States
Free entryPresenter: Michael Burger, professor of history at Auburn University at Montgomery

We often like to think that the U.S. Constitution was a revolutionary document, created for a fundamentally new country. While there is something to be said for that view, in fundamental respects the framers of the Constitution were influenced by developments in a medieval Europe they despised. Learn how!

2026 Alabaster CityFest
2026-06-06 09:00 - 23:00 | Thompson High School, 1921 Warrior Parkway, Alabaster, 35007, United States
Saturday, June 6, 2026. 9AM – 11PM. Free Admission, free parking, free shuttle buses. Live music from local, regional and nationally recognized artists. Hundreds of vendors and food trucks. Dedicated KidsFest area with 20+ inflatables and children’s activities. Car Show.

USS Alabama Battleship Living History Crew Drill
2026-06-06 00:00 - 23:59
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/USSALABAMABattleshipMemorialPark/

Stars and Guitars: Iron Horse
2026-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Wilson Park, 250 E Tuscaloosa St, Florence, 35630, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening of bluegrass magic with IRON HORSE! Get ready for a spectacular night of music under the stars! Iron Horse will be bringing their incredible talent and energy to Wilson Park for a FREE concert you won’t want to miss.

The Civil War in Huntsville
2026-06-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States
Learn about the events in Huntsville and Madison County during the American Civil War.

HMCPL Archivist Emily Seibel will discuss the lives of Madison County federal spies, local guerillas, and loyalists during the Civil War, highlighting stories from local author Nancy’s Rohr’s book Rascality in Huntsville 1861-1865: The Spies Among Us. The sessions will be lunch and learn, so bring your own meal to enjoy.

History First: Old Town's African American Church History
2026-06-05 11:00 - 12:00
Seating is limited. Pre-registration required.Speaker: Pastor Daylan Woodall

Muleday Chickenfest
2026-06-05 00:00 - 2026-06-06 23:59
Mule Day / Chickenfest is a beloved annual street festival, taking place in downtown Gordo during the first weekend of June each year. The festivities kick off on Friday evening and continue until Saturday afternoon. This vibrant event offers a wide array of attractions, including live entertainment, delectable food trucks, an enticing variety of street vendors, engaging children’s games and activities, delightful homemade ice cream, and an invigorating 5k Run! On each Saturday of the festival, an enchanting parade unfolds, featuring horses, mule-drawn wagons, antique cars, and tractors. If you’re eager to join us for next year’s festivities, we invite you to register using the link below!

Watch Party for The American Revolution Documentary by Ken Burns: Episode 2
2026-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States

Little Known History of Martha Washington's Life and Times
2026-06-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Community Room at Decatur Public Library, 504 Cherry St NE, Decatur, 35601, United States
Did you know that the eighteenth century was a time of innovation and discovery? Martha Washington saw a lot of interesting, entertaining, and surprising events and exhibits during her life though most people are unaware of them. Author Betty Bolté will share some of the rather surprising events and innovations Martha witnessed that Betty uncovered in her research of the first First Lady’s life and times.

All adults are welcome to this free program.

Pleasant Grove Veterans Resource Fair
2026-06-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Pleasant Grove Community Center, 501 Park Rd, Pleasant Grove, 35127, United States
Free event to all Veterans in Pleasant Grove and surrounding areas.

Resources Available:Disability Claim ProcessAppeal Claim ProcessService VerificationAccessing The VA Website for AssistanceEnrollment Eligibility for TreatmentMedications QualificationsHealth Care ScreeningsEligibility RequirementsDiscuss Burial CeremonyDisabled American VeteransAlabama Department of Veterans AffairsAnd Others

We the Readers - Ceremony
2026-06-02 13:00 - 14:00
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence this year at the Downtown Huntsville Public Library with a search for The Great American Novel.

This month we are reading Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko, published 1977.

Nearly fifty years since its original publication, Ceremony remains one of the most profound and moving works of Native American literature, a novel that is itself a ceremony of healing. Tayo, a World War II veteran of mixed ancestry, returns to the Laguna Pueblo Reservation. He is deeply scarred by his experience as a prisoner of the Japanese and further wounded by the rejection he encounters from his people. Only by immersing himself in the Indian past can he begin to regain the peace that was taken from him. Masterfully written, filled with the somber majesty of Pueblo myth, Ceremony is a work of enduring power.

My American Story
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-09-01 23:59 | Mobile Public Library – West Regional Library, 5555 Grelot Road, Mobile, 36609, United States
Join us at West Regional Library to create a work of art that expresses your unique American story. After the program, your artwork will be added to our “Unearthing the American Story” exhibit.

This free program is designed for adults over the age 18.

Registration is required.

For more information, please email Christina Coxe at ccoxe@mplonline.org or call 251-340-1588.

Auburn-Opelika Historic Trail
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-06-30 23:59
This self-guided trail highlights key locations that showcase Auburn-Opelika’s rich history, beloved traditions, and deep community roots. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident, the trail offers a unique way to connect with the people and places that make this area special.

Watch Party for The American Revolution Documentary by Ken Burns: Episode 1
2026-05-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States
We will watch one episode each week and finish on July 1, just in time to celebrate America 250.

Episode One: In Order to Be Free (May 1754-May 1775) covers the French and Indian War, conflicts over taxation in the following years, and the formation of new groups like the Sons of Liberty and Daughters of Liberty.

The American Revolution Series:

May 27 – Episode 1: In Order to Be Free (May 1754-May 1775)

June 3 – Episode 2: An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776)

June 10 – Episode 3: The Times That Try Men’s Souls (July 1776 – January 1777)

June 17 – Episode 4: Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)

June 24 – Episode 5: The Soul of All America (December 1777 – May 1780)

July 1 – Episode 6: The Most Sacred Thing (May 1780 – Onward)

Remembering Our Veterans
2026-05-24 15:00 - 21:00 | McFarland Park, 1000 Jim Spain Dr, Florence, 35630, United States
Remembering Our VeteransMay 24, starts @ 3pmFree outdoor event

Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival 2026
2026-05-22 00:00 - 2026-05-24 23:59
The Caribbean Culture on the Gulf Coast will be celebrated!With the backing of the backing of Mobile Parks and Recreation, Level Up Entertainment and the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Association, the streets of Downtown Mobile will be the scene of beautiful Caribbean costumes, music and good clean family fun.A parade through downtown will end at Mardi Gras Park with a festival celebrating the culture near and dear to our hearts. There will be vendors, food, music, performances and good family fun!

Charters of Freedom
2026-05-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Elmore County Courthouse, 100 E Commerce Street, Wetumpka, 36092, United States
Join us on May 17, 2026, at 2:30 PM for a special event in Wetumpka, Alabama, as we celebrate the state’s first “Charters of Freedom” setting. This inspiring outdoor exhibit, located on the lawn of the historic Elmore County Courthouse, features life-size replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with our nation’s founding principles in the heart of Wetumpka.

Festival at the Well
2026-05-16 10:00 - 22:30

Military Vehicle Rally & Swap Meet
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by joining us on Armed Forces Day as we celebrate our military men and women. The Dixie Division Military Vehicles Club will host a military vehicle rally and swap meet on the museum grounds 10am-4pm. The museum staff provides a wonderful opportunity to fellowship and also take in one of the finest military collections in this country.

Military Vehicle Rally & Swap Meet Admission:FREEU.S. Veterans Memorial Museum Admission:$5 Donation for Adults$4 Donation for Seniors$3 Donation for Students under 18FREE for Active Duty in Uniform

Cahaba Lily Festival
2026-05-16 09:00 - 12:00 | West Blocton, 1012 Main Street, West Blocton, 35184, United States
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/cahabalily

Freedom Ignited
2026-05-16 00:00 - 23:59
Freedom Ignited: Honor in the SkyGet ready for an evening of impact, community, and awe-inspiring displays. Freedom Ignited is Dothan’s premier fireworks benefit, bringing together the Wiregrass area to raise vital funds for our veterans while celebrating the spirit of liberty. A suggested donation of 20.00 with all proceeds benefitting veterans’ services.

What to Expect:Honor in the Sky: A massive, choreographed fireworks production that serves as a shining tribute to our nation’s heroes.

Static Military Display: Get an up-close look at the machinery and equipment used by our armed forces. A powerful opportunity to see the tools of freedom firsthand.

Touch-a-Truck: A hit for all ages! Kids (and the young at heart) can explore a variety of impressive vehicles, from military rigs to local emergency service trucks.

A Mission of Gratitude: Every donation helps provide essential services and support to our local veteran community. Date: May 16, 2026Location: National Peanut Festival, Dothan, AlabamaPurpose: Honoring our heroes and supporting those who served.
