Weekend Events in Tuscaloosa 🎶

Roots Fest 🎶

This is a FREE music festival that brings together world class music and some of the best food in the South. Saturday starting at 4:00 p.m., Government Plaza will host a diverse musical line up! Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors will be headlining the event, with appearances by American Aquarium, Adam Hood, Courtney Patton, Jason Eady, and Joshua Ray Walker. This family-friendly event is not something you will want to miss! Find out more information here.

Druid City Dames vs. Montgomery Roller Derby 🏅

Did you know that Tuscaloosa has their very own roller derby team? This Saturday the Druid City Dames will open their season against Montgomery Roller Derby. The “bout” starts at 5:30 p.m. at Super Skate off of McFarland Boulevard. Purchase tickets and learn more about the team on their website here!

Tuscaloosa Mayor’s Cup 🏃

This 5k run is in its 13^th year and has raised over $272,000 for the Tuscaloosa Pre-K Initiative. Help continue this great tradition by coming out to Government Plaza Saturday at 8:00 a.m. You may register online here, or onsite registration will be available for cash or check only. Learn more about the impact of this event, as well as details about the 5k itself at their website here.

12^th Annual Duck Derby by CHOM 🐥

With a new location and new activities, the Duck Derby is back! This Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., there will be family fun for all ages. For only $10, you will be able to enjoy inflatables, outdoor games, “duck pick” money wins, event prizes, music, and dancing. Tickets can be purchased at CHOM in downtown Tuscaloosa, online or at the event. Find more about this fun event at their website here.

River Fest 2019 🎶

There will be even more live music in Tuscaloosa this weekend! Friday, the parking lot of 301 Bistro will be alive with performances by Futurebirds, the Orange Constant, and Riverbend. The music will start at 2:30 p.m. and continue all the way to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $15, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to Friends of Hurricane Creek. You can purchase tickets and learn more about this event online here.

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Druid City Music Festival 🎶

I’m sure that you have seen the incredible lineup of Big Boi and others for the Druid City Music Festival, but did you know that you can purchase tickets NOW? To read more about this exciting event and buy tickets, please visit the website here.