Free events in Gadsden, AL

The Albertville Farmers Market offers a friendly morning with live music at no cost, a complimentary kids activity table, and local vendors in a warm community setting. It is family friendly and works well for both frequent shoppers and first-time visitors.

Donate blood with the American Red Cross at Gadsden Mall in Gadsden, AL. The drive is located in the store behind the Nail Salon, accessible via the outside entrance near the mall entrance by the food court. First-time and returning donors are welcome. Walk-ins are welcome, and appointments are encouraged. This event is free to participate in and supports patients in need.

Tuesday openings at the market operate on a flexible basis. Vendors may set up, but there is no on-site Market Manager and no requirement to notify in advance, so participation can vary from week to week. If you plan to visit a specific vendor on a Tuesday, check that vendor’s Facebook page or send a direct message to confirm attendance. EBT and Double Up Food Bucks tokens are not issued on Tuesdays. Shoppers who already have EBT or Double Up tokens can use them with participating vendors on both Tuesdays and Saturdays. New tokens are available on Saturdays only during regular market hours.

Take a night off from cooking at the City of Southside’s Taste of the Town Food Truck Festival at Southside City Hall. A changing mix of local food trucks serves sweet treats and savory favorites, creating an easy way to sample new flavors in a relaxed community setting. Admission is free, and there are no dishes to wash or stress to manage, just plenty of good food and friendly company.