Events in Florence, AL

Play in free One Piece locals and receive a prize pack upon entry. Earn league points for attending, playing games, and winning. At the end of the month, the top three players will split $60 in retail credit.

And A Nightingale Sang... by C. P. Taylor follows a Newcastle household during World War II, tracing their relationships and everyday joys as conflict surrounds them. Songs of the era connect the scenes and help set the period.

Choose between Casual and cEDH play. Casual players pay $10 and receive two booster packs upon entry, then choose a pod or get paired with one. Each pod winner receives a modest prize. cEDH players pay $10 and receive one booster pack upon entry, then play three 60-minute Swiss rounds. The top performer receives a major prize, with additional modest prizes for second and third place.

Enjoy a breakfast plate with two pancakes, your choice of three pieces of bacon and/or sausage, and a drink. Each plate purchased supports Flint Volunteer Fire Department and its work serving and protecting the community.

Boats are still needed for the tournament. Contact Roberts Kyle to share your information and learn more. The tournament welcomes anglers looking to fish and have fun.

The North Alabama Bottle & Advertising Show brings collectors and enthusiasts together at Underwood Petersville Community Center to explore bottles and advertising items. Admission for the public is free. Dealers have dedicated setup periods beforehand for buy, sell, and trade activity, and early buyers are not allowed during those times. Table reservations are handled by private message at $50 per 8-foot table, and space along the walls is limited. PayPal is the preferred payment method, with Venmo also accepted.

Appointments are required for Handprint Pottery. Choose pottery pieces that fit your child's hand or foot, then a handprint pottery artist will review the artwork details with you and place the print on each selected piece. An artwork fee applies to every item, ranging from $6 to $30. If you are bringing more than two children or plan to select over five pieces, please reserve two appointment slots. Afterward, the pieces stay for glazing and firing, and they will be ready for pickup two weeks after your appointment.

Stop by Mel’s for a free visit with Santa. Children can share what they’re hoping for this Christmas and have their picture taken, including a photo for a Christmas card. Treats will also be available.

Build a deck of at least 40 cards using the contents of a prerelease kit, then compete in Swiss-style, one-on-one best-of-three matches until a winner is declared. The top performer wins a Star Trek Play Booster Box, and a Play Booster Box will also be raffled off to one participant after the event.

Enjoy a free multiplayer Riftbound night. Bring a Riftbound deck and a Riot account, and receive a promo pack for attending. If you don’t already have a pod, one will be arranged for you.

Play the One Piece Trading Card Game for free and receive a special Pirates Party Participation Promo for attending each event. Limited Deck Battles ban the Leader Cards most commonly used in official tournaments. Themed Battles are restricted to Leader Cards related to the Straw Hat Pirate Crew.

Designed for children ages 2 to 4 and their caregiver, this playful learning series offers four engaging classes where each session explores a new topic. Children listen to a story, then take part in hands-on activities inspired by the theme, with topics including Wacky Weather, Super Space, Perfect Plants, and Funny Fungi. Space is limited, so advance registration is recommended. The four sessions are sold together as one package for the same weekday and time slot each month. The cost is $48 plus tax for one child with one adult for all four classes, and $48 plus tax for each additional child for the same four-class bundle. A caregiver participates alongside the child throughout the program. Only ages 2 to 4 may enroll, and infants or older children are not permitted in the room. Entry to the exhibits is not included. All purchases are final and nonrefundable.

Take part in a One Piece Card Game Heroines Battle, playing only a Heroine leader from the available leader list. Entry is free.

Experience a stage adaptation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe that transforms the story into a live theatrical journey. Expect an adventure rooted in wonder, bravery, and hope. Tickets will be available soon.

A fall craft bazaar is coming soon. More details will be shared as they become available.

Back Alley String Band returns to Champy's Shoals for an evening of acoustic string music rooted in North Mississippi and Memphis. The trio blends old time, bluegrass, jug band rhythms, Irish traditional tunes, hill country blues, jazz, and other influences, performing both covers and original songs. The lineup features Andy Ratliff on guitars, banjo, mandolin, and vocals, John Kilgore on guitars, ukulele, and vocals, and John Kveen on upright bass with occasional vocals. Special guests may join. Admission is free, and food is available from the venue.

Rescheduled due to weather, the 4th Annual Hogs for Hope Poker Run brings riders to Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson in Tuscumbia for a community ride that raises awareness for breast cancer. Participants can expect a motorcycle poker run with live music from Crossroads, free lunch, prizes, and giveaways. Entry is $20 per person, and event T-shirts are available for $15.

Enjoy a day on the farm with horseback rides, games, a hay wagon ride winding through the woods, and vendors alongside a food truck on site. Entry is $7 per person, and horseback rides cost $7 each.

Players compete in best-of-three Swiss matches, with matches separated by age division, until a top performer is declared. Promo packs are given out at entry and for match wins. The grand prize is awarded only in the Masters division. Entry is free for lower age divisions, which receive promo packs upon entry.

Enjoy a feel-good mix of classic rock and country, with a dash of blues and funk to keep the groove going. Slip on your dancing shoes for an upbeat night of music, good company, and plenty of time on the dance floor.

Take part in Warhammer 40K skirmishes with a 1K army. Players compete in Swiss matches until a top player is determined, and the winner receives store credit based on player participation. Entry is $12.

An informal, open-to-all social gathering for business people, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in meeting new contacts and promoting their business, products, or services. Attendees can connect with old and new acquaintances, share business cards or flyers, and take part in a door prize drawing if they wish. Food and drinks are available for purchase but are not required, and bringing a door prize is optional. There are no membership, attendance, or category requirements, and no exclusions.

Enjoy a lively evening at the Eagles, open to everyone. Come early and plan to hang out late to make the most of it. Admission is $5 at the door.

Bryant Brothers Automotive & Performance presents a fall dyno day celebrating horsepower and the area car community. Participants can put their vehicles on the rollers with two dyno pulls for $60, and tuning will not be available during the event. Trophies will be awarded for standout results in three categories, including highest horsepower for naturally aspirated builds, highest horsepower for power adder setups, and a lighthearted nod to lowest horsepower. A car show will run alongside the action with additional trophies. A food truck will be on site, and a bouncy house adds a family friendly touch. Street cars, race cars, and weekend cruisers are all welcome. For sponsorship or vendor inquiries, email bryantbrothersracing@gmail.com. For general questions, call 2568229086.

Compete in one-on-one, best-of-three Swiss-style matches until a winner is declared. Entry includes a promo pack, and top performers will share a Booster Box of Radiance.

Hannah Dasher, a country artist, entertainer and author known for viral success, takes the stage at The Princess Theatre in Decatur, Alabama with special guest John PayCheck. Pre-sale access is available for Princess members, with general ticket sales opening to the public afterward.

Appointments are required for Handprint Pottery. At your visit, choose pottery pieces sized to fit your child's hand or foot, then work with an HPP artist who will apply the print and discuss the artwork for each item. Each selected piece has an artwork fee between $6 and $30. If printing for more than two children, or selecting more than five items, reserve two appointment slots. Finished pieces are left for glazing and firing and will be ready for pickup two weeks after the appointment.

Learn to paint a model with resident model artist Cody, or simply enjoy painting. Paint, a model, and supplies are provided with entry.

Players will draft a deck of at least 40 cards from three Play Boosters, then compete in one-on-one, Swiss-style matches, with each match played as best of three. The top performer will win a Star Trek Play Booster Box. Entry costs $19.

The Trowelers Garden Club’s holiday auction and luncheon features a silent auction, entertainment, lunch, and a cash bar. Treasures include magnolia wreaths, handmade and professionally designed holiday table arrangements, decorated live wreaths, and artist-painted ornaments. Contact Kristen Propst for ticket information.

Enjoy breakfast with Santa at Northwest Shoals Community College’s Shoals Campus.

Handprint Pottery (HPP) is available by appointment, offering a simple way to capture little hands or feet on keepsake pieces. Choose pottery items that fit the child’s hand or foot, then an HPP artist will discuss the artwork and place the print on each selected piece. An artwork fee is charged for every item, ranging from $6 to $30 per piece. If prints are needed for more than two children, book two appointment slots. If planning to choose more than five items, book two appointment slots. Pieces are left to be glazed and fired, and they will be ready for pickup two weeks after the appointment.

Celebrate five years in business with a cEDH tournament featuring a $3,000 prize pool, as part of a nationwide Land, Go event circuit. Bring a powerful cEDH deck to compete. Every participant receives a play booster pack upon entry, and the Top 8 select prizes in placement order from a selection of cards. A Topdeck account is required.

An upbeat blend of classic rock and country with a touch of blues and funk sets the tone for a lively evening made for dancing. Expect feel-good tunes, friendly vibes, and plenty of chances to hit the floor with friends.

Handprint Pottery sessions are available by appointment only. Choose pottery pieces that fit your child's hand or foot, then work with an HPP artist who will discuss the artwork and place your child's print on the selected items. An artwork fee applies to each piece, ranging from $6 to $30. Groups with more than two children or plans to select more than five items should reserve two appointment slots. Finished pieces are left to be glazed and fired, with pickup available two weeks after the appointment.

Enjoy an evening of country music with friendly company and a laid-back atmosphere. This event is open to the public, and admission is $5 at the door.

The third annual Cookies with Santa at J.P. Coleman State Park offers a cheerful holiday gathering where children can decorate cookies, visit with Santa, and share their wish lists. Parents can bring a camera to capture memorable photos, and kids can enjoy coloring pages and candy. This family-friendly tradition is included with regular park admission. For details, contact Julie Ayers at 662-423-6515 or julie.ayers@wfp.ms.gov. To help keep everyone safe online, avoid responding to unsolicited requests for vendors, friendship, or personal information.

Historic downtown Tuscumbia transforms into a Victorian holiday scene for the sixteenth Dickens festival, with snowfall, a strolling Santa, and a full lineup of seasonal activities. Highlights include s’mores at the fire pit, Scones & Moans with the Dickens Characters, cookie decorating, Milk & Cookies with Tiny Tim, Breakfast with Rudolph, and Clydesdale Carriage Rides. Enjoy live street music, the Swinging River Zazz band, a Trolley Tour, Holiday Tea at Locust Hill, the Barking Cow Petting Zoo, a Santa Sled photo opp, Chestnuts Roasting by the Fire, and Poetry & Music at St. John’s, along with a variety of street vendors. Some activities require tickets. Vendor spaces are no longer available. For details, call 256-383-9797.

Book a spot for a handprint pottery session and create a keepsake with your child’s hand or foot. Please note that finished pieces will not be ready for pickup until after Christmas. During your appointment, you can choose pottery items that fit your child’s print, and an artist will consult on the design and place the print on each piece. There is an artwork fee for every item selected, ranging from $6 to $30 per piece. If you are bringing more than two children, or if you plan to select more than five items, reserve two appointment slots to ensure enough time. After your visit, the pottery will be glazed and fired, and pickup will be available two weeks from your appointment date.