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The Visit Tuscaloosa blog is your insider’s guide to the heart of T-Town. From where to grab the best gameday eats to outdoor escapades, local makers, and can’t-miss events, we cover it all. Whether you’re planning your first trip or looking to discover something new, this is where your Tuscaloosa story starts.
Explore Tuscaloosa’s Civil Rights Trail
Walk in the footsteps of history and discover the powerful stories that helped shape Tuscaloosa—and the nation.
This One’s for You, Coach!
What better way to pay a Tuscaloosa tribute to the GOAT than a Saban-themed trip to the town he and Ms. Terry have called home for nearly two decades?
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Celebrate the Holiday Season in Tuscaloosa, Alabama: Your Guide to Family-Friendly Holiday Events in 2026
There’s nothing quite like Christmas in Tuscaloosa, Alabama! The holiday season brings some of our favorite traditions back to town, along with festive performances, holiday shopping, family-friendly activities and plenty of reasons to plan a…
5 Best Disc Golf Courses in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (All 18 Holes)
By Stephen Dethrage Tuscaloosa has quietly become one of Alabama’s best disc golf destinations, with five 18-hole courses in or near city limits that range from wide-open, beginner-friendly layouts to a private, pro-level course designed…
Paddling the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa
By Stephen Dethrage Long before barges carried coal past downtown Tuscaloosa, the Black Warrior River was a wild waterway of shoals, rapids, and small falls. Beginning in the late 1800s, the U.S. Army Corps of…
Tuscaloosa, Alabama Welcomes Fall with New Downtown Experiences
E-Bike Rentals and Guided Food Tours Offer Visitors More Ways to Experience the City TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (October 19, 2026) – Visit Tuscaloosa welcomes visitors to discover downtown in a brand new way this fall with…
5 Family-Friendly Things to Do on Gameday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
There’s nothing quite like an Alabama football gameday in Tuscaloosa. From time-honored traditions and live music to tailgating and exploring campus, there are plenty of ways for families to experience the excitement before kickoff at…
Fall Festivals and Events Guide in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Fall in Tuscaloosa is packed with everything that makes the season memorable. As the temperatures cool and the leaves begin to change, the city comes alive with football traditions, nationally recognized fall festivals and events,…
Tuscaloosa Named No. 2 Best College Sports Town
Visit Tuscaloosa is proud to announce that Tuscaloosa has been named the No. 2 Best College Sports Town in the country in the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Readers’ Choice Awards, earning national recognition as a leading…
How to Spend a Long Weekend or Three Days Outdoors in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of adventure, scenic beauty, and Southern charm, look no further than the outdoors in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Nestled along the Black Warrior River and in central Alabama, Tuscaloosa offers…
Visit Tuscaloosa Announces Staff Promotions and New Director of Marketing and Communications
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (August 18, 2026) – Visit Tuscaloosa has announced a series of staff updates, including internal promotions, expanded leadership responsibilities and a new addition to the organization’s marketing and communications team. “We have a truly special staff,…
Where to Find the Best BBQ in Tuscaloosa, Alabama!
Few things are more synonymous with the South than great barbecue, and Tuscaloosa has earned its place as one of Alabama’s premier BBQ destinations. Whether you’re craving legendary hickory-smoked ribs, pulled pork piled high on…
Lake Lurleen State Park Is Back — And Better Than Ever
Written by: Stephen Dethrage There’s a moment as you enter West Alabama’s Lake Lurleen State Park, where the trees close in overhead, you get your first glimpse of the sun reflecting off the water, and…
Visit Tuscaloosa Announces $1 Billion In Visitor Spending and Record Tourism Momentum for 2025
Destination marketing, sports tourism and visitor experiences continue generating major economic returns for the Tuscaloosa community. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (June 23, 2026) – Visit Tuscaloosa proudly announces that visitor spending generated more than $1 billion in…
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