Festivals

First Friday's in Florence Monthly Art Fair on the main street of Florence. Live Music. No fee charged to exhibiting artists. Additional entertainment varies, but may include films, street performers, book signings, contests, and community participation events. (Jan - Dec)

Annual Sam Phillips Music Celebration The man who discovered Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and is known as the "Father of Rock & Roll" was born in Florence. We celebrate Sam Phillip's life during this annual festival which is fairly new, but gaining steam every year. (January)

George Lindsey UNA Film Festival Workshops, educational seminars, screenings, and cash awards are all part of this annual film festival. (March)

Alabama Studio Weekend - This isn't really a festival, but it has become an annual event. Local fashion designers Natalie Chanin, and Billy Reid partner with photographer Robert Rausch to host a weekend getaway for their clients. The weekend attracts national attention from the press. (April)

Helen Keller Festival Celebration of the achievements of Helen Keller, a remarkable woman who has come to be known as America's First Lady of Courage. The festival includes a juried Art Show and Fair. (June)

Antiques at the River Antique Show & Sale in McFarland Park along the Tennessee River. (June)

W. C. Handy Music Festival A celebration of the life of W.C. Handy, known as the "Father of the Blues". (July)

Songfest An international Music Festival from the crossroads of country and soul. (July)

Muscle Shoals Music City Fest Annual music festival featuring local artists and country music greats with 2 stages, children's activities, a bike tour, and historical exhibits. (October)

Lions Club Antiques Show & Sale The Florence Lions Club annual antiques show and sale with dealers from across the US. (November)

First Friday's in Florence Monthly Art Fair	First Friday's in Florence Monthly Art Fair	First Friday's in Florence Monthly Art Fair	First Friday's in Florence Monthly Art Fair
Annual Muscle Shoals Music City Fest	Annual Muscle Shoals Music City Fest	Annual Muscle Shoals Music City Fest	Annual W.C. Handy Festival
Annual W.C. Handy Festival	Annual W.C. Handy Festival	Annual W.C. Handy Festival	Annual W.C. Handy Festival
Iron Horse performs at the Helen Keller Festival	Helen Keller Festival Art	Glass Blowing Demonstration at Helen Keller Festival	Pottery at Helen Keller Festival
Helen Keller Festival Concert	Renaissance Faire Annual Feast	Alabama Renaissance Faire	Alabama Renaissance Faire
African Drum Troupe at First Fridays	Belly Dancers at First Fridays	George Lindsey UNA Film Festival - audience members gather for a screening.	George Lindsey UNA Film Festival - crowds are treated to a screening on main street.
Arts Alive 2006	Arts Alive 2006	Arts Alive Annual Juried Show and Art Fair	Arts Alive Annual Juried Show and Art Fair
Sons Jerry and Knox watch the unveiling of the Sam Phillips historical marker.	The Sam Phillips historical marker.	Fans enjoy a concert during the Sam Phillips Music Celebration.	Alabama Adventure Weekend open house at Project Alabama studios.
Alabama Adventure Weekend designer Natalie Chanin visits with guests.	Alabama Adventure Weekend guests on the patio at Gas Studios	Alabama Adventure Weekend guests at Gas Studios	Alabama Adventure Weekend photographer Robert Rausch visits with guests.