Category: Tuscaloosa Tourism
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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 across Tuscaloosa County in 2025, reinforcing tourism’s growing role as a major economic driver for the community. The milestone comes…
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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, and these promotions are a testament to the talent and leadership we have within our organization,” said Visit Tuscaloosa President…
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VISIT TUSCALOOSA HIRES CHELSEA BARTON-KELLY AS MARKETING CONTENT MANAGER
Visit Tuscaloosa has named Chelsea Barton-Kelly the new marketing content manager, effective August 30, 2023.
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VISIT TUSCALOOSA HIRES ROBINS BONNER AS SENIOR SPORTS SALES & EVENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Tuscaloosa, AL – Visit Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports) has named Josiah “Robins” Bonner III the new senior sports sales and event development manager, effective February 26, 2024. Bonner interned with the agency in 2019 while a student at The University of Alabama and made significant contributions to the Druid City Music Festival. After receiving…
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VISIT TUSCALOOSA NAMED TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR
A Tuscaloosa agency received state-wide accolades for its many contributions to the post pandemic rebound of travel and tourism in Tuscaloosa County. Visit Tuscaloosa, the destination marketing organization charged with promoting Tuscaloosa, Northport, and Tuscaloosa County, won the Alabama Tourism Department’s Tourism Organization of the Year for 2023. The award was presented on Aug. 28,…
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Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa this Weekendcivi
Today, 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. Recognize today as an opportunity to listen, learn, and act as we fight for progress and equality within our own community. We have compiled a list of…
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Where to Find Running Equipment (and Expert Guidance) in Tuscaloosa
Fleet Feet Fleet Feet is a locally owned business located in downtown Tuscaloosa. It offers exceptional deals on merchandise while encouraging customers with quality service and education on how to get the most out of their shoes. The staff at Fleet Feet are veteran runners who are truly passionate about the community and want to…
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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 a sandwich, or classic Southern sides, you’ll find plenty of options to satisfy your appetite. From nationally recognized barbecue institutions…
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Worth It: Tuscaloosa Edition
Worth It: Tuscaloosa Edition Have you ever heard the saying “we go together like burgers and fries”? The two are a match made in heaven, but a dilemma remains; which burger is the absolute best in town? Welcome to a new little segment we like to call “Worth It: Tuscaloosa Edition”! Today, we will…