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1776!
2026-06-26 00:00 - 2026-06-28 23:59 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Stars and Guitars: Sipsey Falls
2026-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Wilson Park, 250 E Tuscaloosa St, Florence, 35630, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars! Florence Parks and Recreation is proud to present Stars and Guitars featuring the incredible Sipsey Falls! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a night of spectacular live music at beautiful Wilson Park. This free community concert is part of Florence’s America 250 celebration, honoring our city’s rich musical heritage. Featured Artist: Sipsey Falls – delivering authentic, high-energy performances that will have you singing along all night!

Liberty Day Festival
2026-06-27 00:00 - 2026-06-28 23:59
Columbiana’s Liberty Day began in 1986 as a celebration of the statue of Liberty. Over the course of almost 40 years, it has evolved into a 2 day, family friendly event with a 5K race, live music on three stages, arts and crafts vendors, a free kids activities area, a Main Street parade, National Headliner bands, and a phenomenal fireworks show. Liberty Day is made possible because of the City of Columbiana and our many sponsors. Columbiana looks forward to seeing the thousands of visitors from across Alabama that come to join in this celebration every year. We hope you will be one of them!

July 4th Kickoff Parade and Celebration
2026-06-27 11:00 - 12:00
The parade will start at 10:00 am on Tingle Tangle Rd and end at the Vance Activity Center (17710 Vance Municipal Drive) where we will serve free food! Parade can include floats, cars, motorcycles, golf carts, ATV’s, bicycles, and animals.

Rehobeth Red White & Boom
2026-06-27 14:00 - 21:00 | Rehobeth High School Stadium, 373 Malvern Rd, Rehobeth, 36301, United States
7th Annual Rehobeth Red White & Boom CelebrationHometown Independence Day Celebration set for Saturday June 27th in Rehobeth AlabamaRehobeth, Alabama – On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the Town of Rehobeth will host the 7th Annual Rehobeth Red White & Boom Independence Day Celebration at Rehobeth High School Stadium from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This year’s event is especially meaningful as it also serves as part of the nationwide America 250 Celebration, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.We are excited to celebrate the seventh year of Red White & Boom in Rehobeth — our own hometown Independence Day tradition. Last year, an estimated crowd of more than 10,000 people from across the Wiregrass attended the festival. This year’s celebration will feature over 40 craft and retail vendors, a free kids’ inflatable park, face painting, kids’ crafts, more than 15 food vendors, free parking, live entertainment on two stages, and a spectacular fireworks display to close out the night.As part of the America 250 observance, this year’s celebration will place special emphasis on honoring our nation’s history, celebrating community pride, and recognizing the shared values that unite us as Americans and as neighbors here in Rehobeth.Red White & Boom is one of the most fun and family-friendly nights of the year in Rehobeth. More information will be announced soon, including featured artists and live entertainment, a full schedule of events, website updates, and additional activities tied to the America 250 celebration.Follow us on social media for updates and event details, or visit: http://www.rehobethredwhiteboom.com

Bobby Horton
2026-06-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Wetumpka Civic Center, 410 S Main St,, Wetumpka, 36092, United States
Renowned musician and producer Bobby Horton, an Alabama native who has worked extensively with Ken Burns and PBS, will perform on Saturday, June 27 at 6 p.m at the Wetumpka Civic Center for our final Elmore County 250 celebration.

Star Spangled Spectacular Symphonic Pops with Lee Greenwood
2026-06-28 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a rousing salute to America’s 250th birthday featuring Lee Greenwood, the Festival Choir and orchestra at the Ham Amphitheatre at the Gogue Center for the Performing Arts. June 28, 2026 at 6:00pm. Tickets available soon.

Rocket City Celebrates America 250 Concert
2026-07-02 18:00 - 20:00
This will be a free community event. The event host, Hunt’s Spring Chapter, NSDAR, will kick off the event at 6pm by recognizing several citizens making a positive impact in the community. The 151st Alabama Army National Guard Band will play a patriotic selection with a runtime of 80-90 minutes.

Elba's Star-Spangled Stellar Legacy
2026-07-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Courthouse Square, 345 Davis St, Elba, 36323, United States
One Unforgettable Night on the SquareThis July, the stars align in Downtown Elba for a celebration that’s 250 years in the making! Join the City of Elba and the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, July 2nd, as we launch something truly spectacular: Elba’s Star-Spangled Stellar Legacy. This year, we are honoring the national America 250 AL Semiquincentennial. The evening kicks off at 7:00 PM with a high-octane performance by American Idol standout and Wiregrass native Crews Wright, bringing his authentic country sound to the heart of the Historic Courthouse Square in Elba. We’ll cap off this historic night with our most ambitious fireworks display yet—a “Stellar” show choreographed in brilliant red, white, and blue to light up our past and our future. It’s free, so grab your lawn chairs and your American Alabama hometown pride; history is happening in Elba!

Independence Day Celebration
2026-07-03 00:00 - 23:59
Food, Vendors, Music, old fashioned fun!

History First: Decatur's Ghosts & Legends
2026-07-03 11:00 - 12:00
Seating is limited. Pre-registration required.Speaker: Suzanne Langdon

Freedom Celebration
2026-07-03 18:30 - 22:00
Celebrate Independence Day with Opelika Parks and Recreation. There will be hamburgers, hotdogs, popcorn, musical entertainment and activities for the whole family.

Liberty Day
2026-07-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Cedar Bluff Town Park, 3420 Spring St, Cedar Bluff, 35959, United States
Arts & Crafts, food, music, antique cars,Evening concert @ Cedar Bluff High School StadiumLargest fireworks in the southeast over Weiss Lake @ dark -9 pm

My American Inspiration Art Contest
2026-07-04 00:00 - 23:59
Athens Arts League is accepting submissions for the My American Inspiration Art Contest for students in our local schools (including colleges). Entries will be displayed at Athens-Limestone Tourism, Athens City Hall, Scout House and Athens State University. There will be 250th celebration certificates and cash prizes for winners. Those will be announced during the Red, White and Boom event on July 4.

4th of July Firework Festival
2026-07-04 09:00 - 22:00 | Smith Lake Park, 1332 CR-385, Cullman, 35057, United States
Festival begins at 9:00am.Fireworks begin at 9:00pm.$5 per person or $20 per carFood Vendors and Art/Craft Vendors

4th of July Celebration Cruise
2026-07-04 11:00 - 22:00
Join us for a patriotic cruise aboard the Perdido Queen for the 4th of July! Learn about the facets of the Mobile River, solve a murder case or celebrate the night with some live music and fireworks!

11 a.m. Port Tour: Take a tour of the Mobile River! Our tour guide will introduce you to the active ports and ships located in our river. Not only is it a historical tour, but a great opportunity to learn, spend time with friends and family, and enjoy beautiful waterfront views. Snacks and drinks will be available onboard, including a full cash bar!

3:30 p.m. Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise: Solve the case with the Murder Creek Mystery Show! In Murder Creek, everyone is guilty until proven innocent… and it’s up to you to dig up the truth! Take part in an improv-style Murder Mystery show while you enjoy a delicious three-course dinner. Participation is encouraged, but not required! A full cash bar will be available onboard.

7:30 p.m. Live Music Dinner Cruise: Sing and dance along to a live band while you celebrate this special holiday! You’ll enjoy hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s along with Motown selections while receiving a three-course dinner served by our delightful staff. After you’re finished dining, feel free to hit up the dance floor! A full cash bar is available onboard, along with open-air balconies to enjoy the 4th of July fireworks!

Dothan Downtown 250
2026-07-04 14:00 - 20:00
Featuring Drone Show, vendors, concerts, crafts, rides, entertainment, food trucks, and much more!

W.C. Handy Music Festival
2026-07-19 00:00 - 2026-07-25 23:59 | Various locations in The Shoals
Most events are free; there is a charge for specific events

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/people/WC-Handy-Music-Festival/100057338685092/

Historic Tuscaloosa Lecture Series
2026-07-24 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-28 17:30 - 18:30
This is a free event open to the public. Doors open at 5 P.M. lecture begins at 5:30. The location will be uploaded to our webpage when decided.

We the Readers - The Color Purple
2026-08-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States
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 The Color Purple by Alice Walker, published 1982.

Celie has grown up poor in rural Georgia, despised by the society around her and abused by her own family. She strives to protect her sister, Nettie, from a similar fate, and while Nettie escapes to a new life as a missionary in Africa, Celie is left behind without her best friend and confidante, married off to an older suitor, and sentenced to a life alone with a harsh and brutal husband.

In an attempt to transcend a life that often seems too much to bear, Celie begins writing letters directly to God. The letters, spanning 20 years, record a journey of self-discovery and empowerment guided by the light of a few strong women. She meets Shug Avery, her husband’s mistress and a jazz singer with a zest for life, and her stepson’s wife, Sofia, who challenges her to fight for independence. And though the many letters from Celie’s sister are hidden by her husband, Nettie’s unwavering support will prove to be the most breathtaking of all.

History First: Lelia, the Cotton Queen
2026-08-07 11:00 - 12:00
Seating is limited. Pre-registration required.Speaker: John Allison, Morgan County Archivist

USS Alabama Battleship Living History Crew Drill
2026-08-22 00:00 - 23:59
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/USSALABAMABattleshipMemorialPark/

Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival
2026-08-22 14:00 - 22:00 | Historic 4th Avenue Business District
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/4thavejazz/

Huntsville Music Month
2026-09-01 00:00 - 2026-09-30 23:59 | Huntsville, AL, Huntsville, 35801, United States
There are a variety of both free and ticketed events and festivals throughout the entire month

Over 200 events throughout all of Huntsville, Alabama for the entire month of September

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HuntsvilleMusicOffice

We the Readers - Blood Meridian
2026-09-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Huntsville Library, 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, 35801, United States
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 Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy, published 1985.

Widely considered one of the finest novels by a living writer, Blood Meridian is an epic tale of the violence and corruption that attended America’s westward expansion, brilliantly subverting the conventions of the Western novel and the mythology of the “Wild West.” Its wounded hero, the Kid, a fourteen-year-old Tennessean, must confront the extraordinary brutality of the Glanton gang, a murderous cadre on an official mission to scalp Indians. Seeming to preside over this nightmarish world is the diabolical Judge Holden, one of the most unforgettable characters in American fiction. Based on historical events that took place on the Texas-Mexico border in the 1850s, Blood Meridian represents a genius vision of the historical West, one whose stature has only grown in the years since its publication.

History First: Decatur's Founding Fathers & Churches
2026-09-04 11:00 - 12:00
Seating is limited. Pre-registration required.Speaker: Phil Wirey

Fourteenth Colony-The Forgotten Story of the Gulf South During America's Revolutionary Era
2026-09-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Vaughn-Smitherman Museum, 109 Union St, Selma, 36701, United States
Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm at the Vaughn-Smitherman Museum. Reception and presentation: Fourteenth Colony-The Forgotten Story of the Gulf South During America’s Revolutionary Era by Mike Bunn. Sponsored by the Selma-Dallas Co Historical Society, Vaughn-Smitherman Museum, and the William Rufus King chapter of the DAR.

Son of a Sailor Fest
2026-09-19 00:00 - 23:59 | Downtown Mobile
September TBD, 2026; please check the website or Facebook Page for the correct date

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/people/Son-Of-A-Sailor-Fest/61562373562481/

Featured Event Photo Credit: Visit Mobile

Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride®
2026-09-19 00:00 - 23:59 | Downtown Bridgeport
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Trailoftearsmotorcycle
