Things to do in Florence, AL this weekend

There are 54 events in Florence, AL this weekend (Nov 13 to Nov 15), including Murder Mystery, Shrek KIDS!, and Trade Days in Cherokee.

Friday Today

November 13
  • 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM LifeSouth Bloodmobile - Sheffield High SchoolSheffield High School
    LifeSouth bloodmobile at Sheffield High School; donors welcome during the scheduled hours.
  • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDBA Dissertation Defense – Chris SmithUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Public defense of an EDBA dissertation by Chris Smith on predicting small-firm success in craft breweries using a sector-specific Lussier extension.
  • 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM BabytimeMuscle Shoals Public Library
    Weekly baby storytime for infants up to 18 months with songs, simple books and caregiver interaction.
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Babies Love the LibraryFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    A music-and-movement session with songs, fingerplays, poetry and book exploration for infants up to 24 months.
  • 4:00 PM Stuffie SleepoverFLPL Youth Services
    Bring a stuffed animal for a short drop-off sleepover. Registration required; pick up next day starting at 10:30 AM.
  • 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 – 8:00 PM UNA Women's Basketball vs FiskCB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall
    Streaming video and audio available; tickets can be purchased online.
  • 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.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM Shrek KIDS!The Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Young performers bring the swamp-to-castle musical to the Ritz Theatre in Sheffield.
  • 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.
  • 9:00 PM Friday the 13th Exclusive Ghost Hunt, Legendary Muscle Shoals Sound StudioMuscle Shoals Sound Studio · 3614 N Jackson Hwy, Sheffield, AL
    A returning Friday the 13th ghost-hunt fundraiser at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio supporting the Muscle Shoals Music Foundation. Ticket required.
  • 10:00 PM Karaoke and Dance Music with DJ ScooterFloBama Music Hall
    Karaoke and dance music with DJ Scooter.
  • Dink for Pink annual pickleball tournamentFlorence Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism
    The Dink for Pink annual pickleball tournament runs Nov. 13–15 and is presented by the Florence Pickleball Club.

Saturday

November 14
  • 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Cloverdale Christmas MarketOld Cloverdale School · 12101 Hwy 157, Florence, AL
    Shopping event at 11485 Highway 157. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Trade Days in CherokeeMain Street
    Holiday trade days on Main Street with local vendors selling crafts, gifts and food, plus a visit from Santa. Free admission.
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Center Star Fire Rescue TurkeyshootCenter Star Fire & Rescue · 89 Montclaire Road, Killen, AL
    Turkey shoot fundraiser with chicken stew and pulled pork available. Turkey and ham rounds are $5 each.
  • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 24th Annual Walk of LifeTuscumbia Landing · 141 Blackwell Rd, Sheffield, AL
    Free 2-mile memorial walk on the Trail of Tears removal route, from Tuscumbia Landing to Spring Park, welcoming tribes home.
  • 10:00 AM Stella & Goose Christmas Open HouseStella & Goose · 228 North Court Street, Florence, AL
    Open house Nov 14 10am–5pm and Nov 15 12pm–5pm; special guest Dinah Rhodes on Saturday.
  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Saturday StoriesFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    Weekly half-hour of stories and crafts for families every Saturday morning.
  • 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Storytime Atop the Mound - NovemberThe Florence Mound and Museum · 1028 S Court St, Florence, AL
    Read-aloud of Keepunumuk, Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story and a gratitude quilt activity. Free; best for families with kids 5–12.
  • 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM UNA Women's Volleyball vs Little RockCB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall
    University of North Alabama women's volleyball hosts Little Rock. Broadcast on ESPN+; tickets available online.
  • 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Paint and Create!- Guided Community Painting Event at the UNA Honors CollegeCoby Hall 459 N. Court Street Florence
    Guided outdoor painting and brief historic tour at Coby Hall. Art materials and refreshments provided; free but registration required for 18 spots.
  • 2:00 PM Shrek KIDS!The Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Matinee of the kids' Shrek musical at the Ritz Theatre in Sheffield.
  • 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM The Legend of Sleepy HollowCypress Moon Studios · 1000 Alabama Ave., Sheffield, AL
    Stage production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by The Full Moon Players, with evening and matinee performances November 12–15.
  • 2:15 PM Warhammer 40K November Tournament248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Community event at 248 Seville St. Check the venue for details.
  • 3:00 PM Magic: The Gathering Regional Championship Qualifier (RCQ) Round 2: Standard248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Community event at 248 Seville St. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Miss UNA Scholarship Competition 2026Norton Auditorium · 500 North Pine Street, Florence, AL
    The 53rd Miss University of North Alabama scholarship competition crowns a new titleholder. Doors open one hour before the show.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wolf Slide Trail RideSeven Springs Lodge · 1292 Mount Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Organized ATV and dirt bike trail ride, Nov 13 to 15. Trail access opens at 8:30 AM daily. Trail pass required.
  • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM LifeSouth Bloodmobile - Walmart - Cloverdale (Florence)Walmart - Cloverdale
    A LifeSouth bloodmobile will be on site accepting donations during the posted hours.
  • 11:00 AM Storm TVT Tour Stop #121540 Florence Blvd, Florence, AL
    Community event at 1540 Florence Blvd. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Step Up for the BridgeOld Railroad Bridge · 2210 Ashe Boulevard, Sheffield, AL
    A two-mile fundraising walk across the Old Railroad Bridge to support bridge preservation; registered participants receive a T-shirt.
  • 2:00 PM 8u travel softball tryouts
    Tryouts for an 8U travel softball team. Contact Kailey McQuarrie for more information and requirements.
  • 2:00 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.
  • Headliner 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Thanksgiving In The ParkWilson Park, Downtown Florence
    An afternoon in the park with food, music and family-friendly activities. Free and open to the community.
  • 3:30 PM Yu-Gi-Oh! Holiday Charity Event 2026For the Win Game Store · 248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Community event at 248 Seville St. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday Union Arena TournamentFor the Win Game Store · 248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Weekly Union Arena card game tournament: constructed format, best of 1, Swiss rounds. Pre-register in the Bandai TCG Plus app.
  • 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.
  • Weekly Palworld Card Game Tournament248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Community event at 248 Seville St. Check the venue for details.
  • Weekly Universus Standard Tournament248 Seville St, Florence, AL
    Community event at 248 Seville St. Check the venue for details.

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