Greater Gadsden Area Tourism

Greater Gadsden Area Tourism Greater Gadsden Area Tourism • 623 Broad St Gadsden, Alabama 35901 • www.greatergadsden.com • 256-549-0351 The Coosa River and H.

The Greater Gadsden Area and Etowah County are unsurpassed in natural beauty! The majestic Coosa River flows through the very heart of Gadsden as well as four other communities in the county: Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Rainbow City and Southside. Neely Henry Lake are home to regional championship fishing tournaments as well as being used for recreational boating, kayaking, and fishing. Noccalula Falls,

a 90-foot waterfall named after legend of Princess
Noccalula, sits inside the Gadsden City limits on Lookout Mountain. Both a scenic Park and Campground sit astride the waterfall, which can be viewed for free and requires a short walk on sidewalk to get to. Noccalula Falls Park (fee to enter) is a top Alabama natural tourist attraction and the park includes botanical gardens, children's playground, mini-golf (separate fee), train rides, Pioneer Village, and a 200-space RV campground complete with country store & swimming pool. Also, the Black Creek Trail and its’ off-shoots provides walking, hiking, running, and mountain-biking year round. There are festivals and special events almost every weekend that bring excitement to the area for visitors and locals. The Alabama State Chocolate Festival in Rainbow City each April, or Gadsden Riverfest Music Festival each June are just two events that bring thousands of visitors to the area. "The Lookout Mountain Parkway" is a scenic highway that begins at the Falls and heads up Lookout Mountain for 90 miles to Chattanooga, TN. Each first Thursday through Sunday in August brings the "World's Longest Yard Sale" to the Park and up the Parkway and the Highway 127 corridor to Michigan. Tens of thousands of visitors begin their trek on this route in Gadsden at Noccalula Falls Park. Be sure to take a stroll through Gadsden's Historic Downtown main-street district. Also, antique shops abound in neighboring historic Downtown Attalla. There are many unique restaurants throughout Etowah County for your dining pleasure. Go to our website for a full list!

12/24/2024
12/24/2024

Thirsty Tuesday ‼️🤍

Need a pick me up for this last stretch of Christmas shopping, come get your sip of energy We have just what YOU need 🤭🤩

TuesYAY, 2024
6:30am-1pm

Wednesday,2024
closed

12/24/2024

Merry Christmas everyone! We are open and ready to go this morning with cases that are stocked full. Come see us today. We hope you are blessed beyond measure this Christmas!

12/24/2024

It's Christmas Eve in Southside! We sure are glad to have you here!

12/24/2024

The Gadsden Public Library is CLOSED December 24 & 25 for the Christmas holiday. We reopen on Thursday, December 26 at 9AM.

12/24/2024

Santa called-he's trading milk and cookies for sake and sushi this year!🎅🍣

⛸️Christmas on the Coosa Ice Skating Rink will reopen on December 26th. Enjoy a much deserved break. Have a safe and won...
12/24/2024

⛸️Christmas on the Coosa Ice Skating Rink will reopen on December 26th. Enjoy a much deserved break. Have a safe and wonderful Christmas!

Experience the magic of Christmas on Coosa
Thursday, December 26th!
Open at 4:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m.
Free to enter and only $10 to skate.
Ticket’s on sale now visit:
https://fareharbor.com/.../cityofgadsden/items/501125/... or cityofgadsden.com/tickets
Purchase online and save! Price increases at the door!

Christmas at the Falls will reopen on December 26th.We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful Christmas at the Falls!
12/24/2024

Christmas at the Falls will reopen on December 26th.We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful Christmas at the Falls!

We are taking a small break for our staff to be able to spend some time with their families!! Thank you to everyone who has visited so far! We will be back open Dec. 26th through Jan. 4th! We will also have a pet night on Jan. 2nd!! Get your tickets at noccalulafallspark.com. Merry Christmas!!

12/24/2024
12/24/2024

We are closed today and tomorrow, Merry Christmas from the Back Forty Family! See you Thursday for normal business hours!

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623 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL
35901

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12565490351

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🎄Today (Thurs) is the last day to vote for our window decorations. Please stop by 623 Broad St in Downtown Gadsden and give us a VOTE. We don't expect to win, but a few votes would not hurt our feelings. 😍 While you're there, pick up a free Visitors Guide and grab a selfie in your UGLY SWEATER! We'll be at Christmas on the Coosa after 5 for an UGLY SWEATER SKATE PARTY! ⛸️

Merry Christmas from Etowah County!

Did you know that Back Forty Beer Company has pizza now?? We highly recommend you go by there and give it a try! It’s DELICIOUS #eatlocal #gadsden #pizza #new

Did you know this was in the Gadsden area??? This place is gorgeous!! Ever thought about scuba diving? Look no further! You can learn right here!

The Cultural Arts Center is another great place to spend some time at during the holidays!! If you’re in Downtown, be sure to swing by!

We know rainy days can be dreary.. But don’t let that stop you! Gadsden offers so many fun indoor options!! #thealley #thefactory #skatingrink #climbing #snow

Looking for something fun to do during Thanksgiving week? Go by Gadrock and be a part of Shenanigans! From glow climbs to fun crate stacking competitions, there’s plenty of fun options for your whole family! #fun #local #greatergadsden

🎄🪟We have our Christmas Window Decorations up! Please stop by 623 Broad St Gadsden, AL and scan the QR code on the poster in the window, by the tree.🪟 🎄Vote for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism as your favorite window!! 👏 Thanks!!

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The Greater Gadsden Area and Etowah County are unsurpassed in natural beauty! The majestic Coosa River flows through the very heart of Gadsden as well as four other communities in the county: Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Rainbow City and Southside. The Coosa River and H. Neely Henry Lake are home to regional championship fishing tournaments as well as being used for recreational boating, kayaking, and fishing. Noccalula Falls, a 90-foot waterfall named after legend of Princess Noccalula, sits inside the Gadsden City limits on Lookout Mountain. Both a scenic Park and Campground sit astride the waterfall, which can be viewed for free and requires a short walk on sidewalk to get to. Noccalula Falls Park (fee to enter) is a top Alabama natural tourist attraction and the park includes botanical gardens, children's playground, mini-golf (separate fee), train rides, Pioneer Village, and a 200-space RV campground complete with country store & swimming pool. Also, the Black Creek Trail and its’ off-shoots provides walking, hiking, running, and mountain-biking year round. There are festivals and special events almost every weekend that bring excitement to the area for visitors and locals. The Alabama State Chocolate Festival in Rainbow City each April, or Gadsden Riverfest Music Festival each June are just two events that bring thousands of visitors to the area. "The Lookout Mountain Parkway" is a scenic highway that begins at the Falls and heads up Lookout Mountain for 90 miles to Chattanooga, TN. Each first Thursday through Sunday in August brings the "World's Longest Yard Sale" to the Park and up the Parkway and the Highway 127 corridor to Michigan. Tens of thousands of visitors begin their trek on this route in Gadsden at Noccalula Falls Park. Be sure to take a stroll through Gadsden's Historic Downtown main-street district. Also, antique shops abound in neighboring historic Downtown Attalla. There are many unique restaurants throughout Etowah County for your dining pleasure. Go to our website for a full list!