Category: Play
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Family Fun in Tuscaloosa
With summer at its peak, you might be looking for a quick family getaway with the kiddos before school starts again, and we think Tuscaloosa is the perfect spot! That’s why we have pulled together some family-friendly activities that will leave everyone smiling, and make the planning much easier. Tuscaloosa has so much to offer for any…
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7 Best Swimming Holes in the Tuscaloosa Area
We get it – summer in the South is hot and humid! But, you’re in luck if you live in the area or are visiting! If you’re looking to take a dip outside of your normal community pool, we invite you to “beat the heat” with these seven swimming holes in the Tuscaloosa area! One…
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Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa
June 19 marks an incredible milestone for black liberation. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas – two months after the Confederacy had…
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This Summer, It’s Time To Say ‘Let’s Go There’!
Last September, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports helped launch the Let’s Go There campaign, a domestic initiative to inspire future travel amid the coronavirus pandemic. All sectors of the travel industry united to encourage Americans to keep their travel flame lit and plan for “one day.” For most of us, that day is here. The vaccination…
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Cure the Rainy Day Blues in Tuscaloosa
Are you looking for things to do when it’s raining in Tuscaloosa? You’ve come to the right spot!
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From the Outside – Our Favorite Restaurant and Bar Patios
Being on the outside isn’t always such a terrible thing, especially in a beautiful city like Tuscaloosa or Northport. If you’re searching for places to eat or drink outside in Tuscaloosa, you’ve come to the right spot! When you’re spending time with loved ones, eating your favorite snacks, and grabbing a drink or two as…
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13 Reasons to Love T-Town!
1. The River Walk Disguised behind all of the commotions of Tuscaloosa lies the scenic River Walk. The 4.5 miles of path that runs directly next to the Black Warrior River serves as an ideal spot for picnics, dog walks, or leisurely strolls. Get out of the house, grab a friend, and go enjoy the…
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5 Things to do on a Rainy Day
Any of Tuscaloosa’s Museums Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum is one of the great museum options that we have in town. Located at Tuscaloosa’s historic Queen City Park along the Black Warrior River, this museum is filled with knowledge and appreciation of our local and regional history and natural resources through exhibits, museum educational programs,…
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Valentine’s Day Done Right in TTown
Love is in the air! It’s almost Valentine’s Day- fresh flower deliveries, a fun night on the town, or maybe just a Netflix night in. Either way, we have some fun ideas for you to make sure you get the final rose this Valentine’s Day! For the Foodies Do you show love through food? Or…
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Welcome to 2021, Tuscaloosa!
Happy New Year! We are thrilled to welcome in 2021. Events are trickling in slowly, but surely as our city adapts to the new norms and you can find events for the whole family this weekend! Tuscaloosa Farmers Market Start your day off right with a cup of coffee and a basket of locally grown…
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Warming Up in Tuscaloosa
Now that it is wintertime and the blistering Alabama heat is on vacation, it can be tough to find ways to stay warm! Finding a way to stay active and social while staying warm and staying safely distanced is a monumental task, so we decided to help out! Below, we have compiled a list of…
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The First Weekend of December is Here!
December has arrived in Tuscaloosa and there are tons of fantastic things to do all around town to safely celebrate the holiday season together with friends and family! Don’t let the chilly temperatures deter you from all there is to do safely around town! From art shows and exhibitions to holiday celebrations, this upcoming weekend…