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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

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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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    We love our home, and we hope you do too! Show us your love by tagging #greatergadsden to be featured on our Instagram
    May 17-19 Downtown Dance Conservatory Presents – Return to the Secret Garden! Join us at Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center as DDC proudly brings "The Return of the Secret Garden" back to the stage. Based on the literary classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett, our story has been adapted and re-written by the Artistic Director of DDC, Linze Rickles McRae. The story is filled with the garden coming to life as Mary Lennox finds her way around Misselwaite Manor. With original costume design, dazzling scenery, and neo-classical and contemporary dance, you will not want to miss this show! Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center. May 17, 6 pm and May 18, 6 pm and May 19, 2 pm. Tickets: https://linktr.ee/downtowndanceconservatory?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR34vXNwDMHmultBuxh2Mz_pXTn5-y7msIZpHiP8766rgRXSPnQ-XsUPNFI_aem_AYeq1WUx1swVdabtabcMgQqwx3wHQeexV9wE-1j3wCfTDZmYs74aQywnH023qINlUE4fATsBkFL20CmSv1X9Vuqs
    Did you hear that today is World Baking Day? We recommend letting the professionals  do the baking for you. Like, Follow and Shop any of these fine Etowah County businesses for fresh baked goods!  Our fresh picks for today are:
1. Cothran's Bakery Gadsden
2. Sinful Sweetz featuring Cakes by Lee Gadsden
3. Twelve Baskets Bakery Glencoe
4. Angie's Cakery Southside
5. Kim's Heavenly Cafe and Market Hokes Bluff
6. Andie Pandie Candies Pretzels & Snacks Attalla
#greatergadsden #gadsdenalabama #adventurebeginshere #cityofpromise #wearehokesbluff #allabouttheG #wearesouthside #visitnorthalabama #yearofalabamafood
    US 11 Antique Alley Yard Sale Attalla, Reece City & Keener Alabama! A 502-mile roadside sale along US Hwy 11 from Meridian, MS to Bristol, VA. The sale runs through City of Attalla, Reece City & Keener in @Etowah County, AL. Learn more at US11AntiqueAlley.com.  Contact 256-538-3154, May 16-19, 2024
    🎣Welcome Alabama Bass Trail Tournament Series Divisional Tournament Visitors to Town! Fish Neely Henry Lake on Sat, May 18th!
    Top 5 Things To Do on a Wednesday in #GreaterGadsden 
1. Play Bingo!  It really is fun! 🎤
2. Win Prizes! Even funner! 💵
3. Hang Out With Friends! Tag them in this post! 💁‍♀️💁‍♂️
3. Drink  Beer Back Forty Beer Company 🍻
4. Help a non-profit GMA: Gadsden Museum of Art 🎨
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    🍏🍅🥒🧅Eat Fresh!  Shop Local! Van Smith 12th Street Farmers Market Open Today 9-5 🥗 #adventurebeginshere #greatergadsden
    Today, the Etowah County Tourism Board, doing business as Greater Gadsden Area Tourism, celebrates 15 years promoting the City of Gadsden & @etowahcounty. Just as the Coosa River winds its way through the heart of Greater Gadsden, our Tourism story flows seamlessly, forming a strong and enduring connection with our audience. Stop by the Visitors Center at 623 Broad Street, Gadsden for a free limited edition 15th Anniversary sticker!! 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Adventure Begins Here!
    ART on the Rocks! Saturday and Sunday at Noccalula Falls Park and Campground. New this year - TASTING & Sipping for 21+. Book your lodging at GreaterGadsden.com