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ETOWAH COUNTY TOURISM

Giving Visitors to Etowah County All They Need To Enjoy.

Whether you're planning a weekend of hiking, biking, or a game of golf, or a getaway for the entire family, our weekend getaway, will help you find the perfect mix of activities, attractions, and accommodations for your upcoming stay in Gadsden, Alabama.

Overview

Who We Are

Gadsden has the perfect combination of mountain scenery, rushing waters, and even a little history. From golf courses to children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
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Our Mission

The mission of the Etowah County Tourism Board is to develop the economic prosperity of Etowah County through the promotion of tourism and by attracting and assisting visitors to our communities.
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Our Product

Our product is the wide-range of leisure, cultural, historic, and recreational activities that Etowah County has to offer. In addition, the Coosa River and Noccalula Falls combine to give the county abundant natural resource attractions which drive our brand: our natural beauty, the outdoors, and outdoor activity
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Our Vision

Our goal is to give visitors to Etowah County all they need to enjoy our offerings and to be a strong partner with county stakeholders, while being a leader in regional tourism efforts.
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Our Goal

It points to the ECTB promoting Gadsden and Etowah County in a manner never done before. Actively promoting the Greater Gadsden Area should create an upswing in visitors, hotel room nights, and ancillary sales

Upcoming

Annual Events

Etowah County and Gadsden, Alabama, are home to many amazing unique events. It's not hard to deny we love the outdoors and every season and every day in Gadsden brings something new and exciting year round.

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    Etowah County

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    We introduce a wide range of leisure, cultural, historic, and recreational activities that Etowah County has to offer.

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    We love our home, and we hope you do too! Show us your love by tagging #greatergadsden to be featured on our Instagram
    2:00 pm THIS Saturday. Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by Area Wide Towing Association in City of Attalla !  Area Wide Towing Association is proud to announce our 4th Annual FREE Easter Egg Hunt!! Bring all the kids!!!!!! Book lodging at GreaterGadsden.com
    Spring Coin Show This Weekend at The Venue at Coosa Landing
    EGG MY YARD Fundraiser for Bama Rep!  Let us "egg" your yard this Easter! We'll do all the work and your kiddos will have an exciting Easter morning surprise!! Choose the amount of eggs you'd like: 30 for $25, 50 for $40, 100 for $70
Each egg contains candy or small prize (stickers, tiny toys, etc). We can also accommodate food allergies!  We can "egg" your yard on either Friday night, March 29th or Saturday night, March 30th. *We arrive at your house after dark* All proceeds benefit the Alabama Rep Theatre company, to help us produce more live theatre this season!
    Register Today for this Rainbow City event, at Alabama Powerlifting Hall of Fame or call 205.246.1987. #CityOfPromise Book your lodging at greatergadsden.com
    For a list of Etowah County Churches: https://genealogytrails.com/ala/etowah/church_listing.html
    Dinner and Dance – American Legion Post 71 2nd and 4th Saturdays City of Attalla #CityOfPromise
    City of Southside, Alabama Easter Egg Hunt and Spring Festival Join us for a fun time at the 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Spring  Festival at Southside Sports Complex! Photos with the Easter Bunny, Southside Fire Truck, Sheriff's Office Helicopter and Survival Flight Helicopter, Art and Craft Vendors, Food Vendors, Egg Hunt and Inflatables.
    BBBS “Transforming Lives” Bowl for Kids Sake 2024. Bowl for Kids' Sake 2024 "Transforming Lives" Community Tournament!
When:
Saturday, March 23rd Registration @ 10am-Bowl 11am-1pm
Where:  @The Alley  at the City of Gadsden Mall
Why:  Proceeds go to 38 "Littles in Waiting" in the City of Gadsden, Etowah County Schools & Cherokee County Schools and 17 "Littles in Waiting" in Calhoun County, and surrounding areas. Most of the "Littles" are in immediate need of a mentor, and trauma-informed services, mental health support, and 21st Century Youth Leadership/workforce development.  For registration and sponsorship information, check out our events on FB, email kandi@bbbsneal.org, or text Katrina Lawless Graben @256-490-0811 Click Link for more information: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/ea21d739/EH912vR5mUeOPY2k04vQfw?u=https://acrobat.adobe.com/.../urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:9d8dddd2
    PeaceFest 2024 at Tigers for Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain Exciting News!  Join us at #PeaceFest2024 Arts and Crafts show on March 23rd and 24th, 9AM-5PM for two days filled with arts, crafts, nature, and big cats! 🎨🐾 Admission: $5 for kids, $10 for adults. Don't miss face painting, children's activities, great food, keeper talks, entertainment, and much more. 🎉 Interested vendors, secure your space – message or email us for an application!📧 Save the date, and let's make unforgettable memories together!
    Cornhole Tournament THIS Saturday at 3 pm! Gear up for a Cornhole Tournament at River Rocks Landing in Gadsden, Alabama! Open to all—both the public and our guests! ☀ Join us on Saturday, March 23, 2024, for a day of fun!  Stay tuned for more details, including food offerings!