Date night ideas in Florence, AL

There are 95 date-night picks coming up in Florence, AL, including Murder Mystery, SSO Solo Artist Finals – Shoals Symphony Orchestra, and Randy Fest.

Friday Today

November 13
  • 5:00 PM Sheffield Senior Center live dance bandSheffield Senior Center · 303 2nd street, Sheffield, AL
    The senior center hosts a live dance band Fridays at 5pm, plus daily games, meals, outings, and transportation for local seniors. Meals are free with an optional $1 donation.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Preston WattsSwampers Bar & Grille
    Drinks event at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Kellen Drinkard, bassoon – Senior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Senior bassoon recital by Kellen Drinkard presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • Headliner 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Murder MysteryMuscle Shoals Sound Studio · 3614 North Jackson Highway, Sheffield, AL
    Interactive 1969-set murder mystery party hosted by Southern Ghost Girls.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Live music at the Rattlesnake Saloon.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM The Little Ryman — live music and open micThe Little Ryman · 18210 Hwy. 72 W., Tuscumbia, AL
    Gospel, bluegrass, country, oldies and an open mic every Friday evening. No dancing or alcohol; free admission.
  • 6:30 PM JiminemFloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    A live band on the Court Street music-hall stage early, then late-night karaoke from 10 until close.
  • 7:00 PM "Comic Invasion!" LIVE! Jeff Batts & Friends at Singin' River Brewing in Florence!Singin' River Brewing Company · 526 E College St, Florence, AL
    Drinks event at Singin' River Brewing Company. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM The Legend of Sleepy HollowCypress Moon Studios · 1000 Alabama Ave., Sheffield, AL
    A staged production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by The Full Moon Players with evening and matinee performances and tiered ticket pricing.
  • 7:00 PM Back Alley String BandChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Bryson Bishop & Chandler BrewerSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 10:00 PM Karaoke and Dance Music with DJ ScooterFloBama Music Hall
    Karaoke and dance music with DJ Scooter.

Saturday

November 14
  • 6:00 PM MayhemRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Live music at the Rattlesnake Saloon.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM 🎶 Southern Breeze Dinner Show at FloBama! 🎶FloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Southern Breeze performs at FloBama on Saturday evening.
  • 6:30 PM Jeff Wright at Flobama
    The artist will be back at Flobama and will have shirts available for sale. The announcement invites attendees to stop by.
  • 7:15 PM New South Pro Wrestling: Combat TheatreSingin' River Brewing Company · 526 E College St, Florence, AL
    Drinks event at Singin' River Brewing Company. Check the venue for details.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli HannonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 10:00 PM Dixie MafiaFloBama Music Hall
    Country-rock band with Chad Bradford performs late-night at FloBama Music Hall.

Sunday

November 15
  • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Clarinet Ensemble and Studio RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    A clarinet ensemble and studio recital presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live music with Trey NicholsThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Brett CarlisleSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.

Monday

November 16
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Kristen ShoresSwampers Bar & Grille
    Drinks event at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Ellis Tyree, saxophone – Senior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Saxophone senior recital presented by the University of North Alabama Department of Music.
  • 7:00 PM UNA Football NightLost Pizza Co. Shoals
    Weekly UNA Football Night hosted Monday evenings at Lost Pizza Downtown Florence.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Trey NicholsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Tuesday

November 17
  • 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM Whimsical WorkshopFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    Monthly teen craft session with show-and-tell and projects to take home. Ages 15–18; registration required via teens@flpl.org.
  • 5:00 PM Chadwick Champions Social Dinner @ CFAChick-fil-A Florence · 331 Cox Creek Pkwy, Florence, AL
    Food event at Chick-fil-A Florence. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Kristen ShoresSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Will & JanetSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM Fifth Annual Muscle Shoals to Main StreetFranklin Theatre
    The Muscle Shoals Allstars, featuring Gary Nichols and Angela Hacker, perform in this annual Franklin Theatre concert.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM The Slaw DogsFloBama Music Hall
    Music at FloBama Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Muscle Shoals Allstar BandMuscle Shoals to Main Street
    Music at Muscle Shoals to Main Street. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Preston WattsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Wednesday

November 18
  • Headliner 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM SSO Solo Artist Finals – Shoals Symphony OrchestraUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Solo artist finals presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Will & JanetSwampers Bar & Grille
    Drinks event at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM CST Randy FestThe 58 - Eastside Bowl
    Performances by Jason Michael Carroll, Allie Colleen, and Lucie Tiger beginning at 7 PM CST.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Karaoke Night at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Midweek karaoke with pizza, pasta and craft cocktails.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at SwampersSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Guest Artist Recital: Dr. Ryan Gardner, trumpetUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    The UNA Department of Music presents a guest trumpet recital by Dr. Ryan Gardner that is autism-friendly and neurodiversity-inclusive.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Christian TurnerSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.
  • 8:00 PM Trivia Night at North Wood SocialNorth Wood Social · 1121 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    Team trivia (often themed) at the North Wood Avenue gastropub. Bring a crew; dinner and drinks until 10.

Thursday

November 19
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Justin Holder & FriendsSwampers Bar & Grille
    An evening performance of live music.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Passport to the WorldGUC Banquet Halls
    A campus cultural showcase with country tables, live talent performances and a traditional-attire fashion show.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Christopher Plaza, voice – Junior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    A junior voice recital presented by the University of North Alabama Department of Music.
  • 6:00 PM Karaoke at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Sing under the rock overhang at the Shoals' famous cave saloon on Seven Springs Lodge land. Burgers and cold beer; open Thursday–Saturday through November.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Music Bingo and KaraokeThe Fizz in the Clarion Inn · 4900 Hatch Blvd., Sheffield, AL
    Evening music bingo and karaoke every Thursday at The Fizz.
  • 6:00 PM Credit Union Night - Holiday MixerKabob Kastle · 116 s pine st, Florence, AL
    Community event at Kabob Kastle. Check the venue for details.
  • 6:00 PM Karaoke w/ ColeRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Sing under the rock overhang at the Shoals' famous cave saloon on Seven Springs Lodge land. Burgers and cold beer; open Thursday–Saturday through November.
  • 6:30 PM Crafted Conversations — November 2026Singin' River Brewing Company · 526 E College St, Florence, AL
    Drinks event at Singin' River Brewing Company. Check the venue for details.
  • 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Country Line Dance Lessons1104 US Hwy 72, Tuscumbia, AL
    Weekly country line dance lessons with instructor Jan Ownby. $10 per person; call for more information.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Three Wheel DriveFloBama Music Hall
    Music at FloBama Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM A Birthday Evening with Penn & OldhamThe Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Muscle Shoals songwriting legends Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham play their classics at the Ritz Theatre.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Barry BillingsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Friday

November 20
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Malcolm SingletonSwampers Bar & Grille
    Drinks event at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:00 PM Sheffield Senior Center live dance bandSheffield Senior Center · 303 2nd street, Sheffield, AL
    A live dance band performs Friday evenings beginning at 5pm at the Sheffield Senior Center.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Country and Muscle Shoals rock on the outdoor stage of a saloon built into a cave. Get there early on Saturdays; it fills up. Season ends in November.
  • 6:30 PM – close Live Music at FloBamaFloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    A live band on the Court Street music-hall stage early, then late-night karaoke from 10 until close.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM KGB For Dinner at FloBama311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    High-energy KGB Band show with a dynamic stage presence that encourages dancing and sing-alongs.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 8:00 PM The Dirty Rain Revelers (BAND!) + Blair Hill - Live at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Music at Lava Room. Check the venue for details.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Laura LaneSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM Swamper's - Florence, AL - Martin LaneSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.

Saturday

November 21
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Country and Muscle Shoals rock on the outdoor stage of a saloon built into a cave. Get there early on Saturdays; it fills up. Season ends in November.
  • 6:30 PM Shoal Nuff Band LIVE at FloBama!FloBama Downtown · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Music at FloBama Downtown. Check the venue for details.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Matt PraterSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Band VictoriaThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM Shoals After Dark Florence, AL
    Get Sideways returns to historic downtown Florence to perform after the game for Shoals After Dark.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 9:00 PM Moon Tree and Royal Pardon @ Lava Room 11/21Lava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Music at Lava Room. Check the venue for details.
  • 10:00 PM 🎶 Handshake Promise Band - Late Night Live at FloBama! 🎶311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Music at 311 N Court St. Check the venue for details.

Sunday

November 22
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Tim CannonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.

Monday

November 23
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Bailey WhiteSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Tuesday

November 24
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Lucie TigerSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Open Mic NightFlorence Arts and Museums · 217 East Tuscaloosa Street, Florence, AL
    An evening of poetry and photography featuring Jake Berry and Wayne Sides, followed by an open mic for other poets.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Bay SimpsonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Wednesday

November 25
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Will & JanetSwampers Bar & Grille
    Drinks event at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Karaoke Night at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Midweek karaoke with pizza, pasta and craft cocktails.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • Headliner 7:30 PM Stage Door Sessions with Doc Dailey & Magnolia Devil at the Shoals TheatreShoals Theatre · 123 N Seminary St, Florence, AL
    An intimate on-stage listening room concert featuring Doc Dailey & Magnolia Devil.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Mitch MannSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.
  • 8:00 PM Trivia Night at North Wood SocialNorth Wood Social · 1121 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    Team trivia (often themed) at the North Wood Avenue gastropub. Bring a crew; dinner and drinks until 10.

Friday

November 27
  • 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Harlem Nights Thanksgiving CabaretPickett on Court · 218 North Court St., Florence, AL
    Live music with Michael Hardnett and Deon Orr, DJ Doc, line dancing, games, door prizes and a Best Dressed contest. Tickets available; call or text 256-810-8426.
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