How to Spend the Perfect Weekend with Your Sand Mountain Amphitheater Concert
So, you’ve booked your tickets for the hottest concert at Sand Mountain Amphitheater and now you need a place to stay, restaurants to eat at and some more things to do. We got you covered! The Albertville area is growing and has all of the best amenities including mouth-watering restaurants, boutique shopping, entertaining waterparks and so much more.
Where to Stay
The Albertville area offers top of the line hotels that are just a few minutes drive from Sand Mountain Park and Amphitheater. If you are looking to grab some points, there are Hilton, Marriott and Wyndham properties that will help you accomplish that. Both the Fairfield Inn by Marriott and the Hampton Inn are new being open within the last three years. The Microtel Inn and Suites is also located nearby. They each offer complimentary breakfast, WiFi and pools for guests. There are other options in Albertville and beyond that you can find more information here.
Where to Eat
Whatever you are hungry for, there are plenty of options to choose from. If you are looking for tacos, Gordo’s Way is the place to go for birria tacos that you will crave long after you leave. Burgers? Got those too, try out Beef ‘O’ Bradys for a wide selection and even for some wings and sandwiches. Want the best pizza ever? Jules J. Berta Vineyards and Winery is the spot for that. Their wood fired pizza is the best, and you must try their wine slushies too. Bootlegger’s in Downtown Albertville is also a great option for pizza too. For a complete different vibe that is a local’s favorite, Papa Dubi’s Cajun Kitchen is the spot to go to. They have Cajun favorites like jambalaya, but they also carry steaks, shrimp, catfish and tons more. For more restaurant options, click here.
Things to Do
Sand Mountain Park’s Outdoor Water Park should definitely be your number one thing to do when you are in town for your Sand Mountain Amphitheater concert. The water park has two huge slides, a lazy river, and splash pad for the smaller kids as well. The Outdoor Water Park is open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend. If that doesn’t fancy you, try out exploring Downtown Albertville. Shopping is a must with some of the cutest shops that include Stach & Co., Blossom Boutique , and Bucci Boutique. The Albertville Museum is also located within the downtown area which offers a great history of the area and when it was founded. Looking for something unique to see? Downtown Albertville is also home to a speakeasy that is set just like prohibition times. Busted Oak Bourbon Society offers a laidback atmosphere where you can enjoy classic, handcrafted cocktail, a glass of fine wine or your favorite beer. Enjoy cigars? They have an excellent selection and a private smoking lounge. Last, but not least, check out the local brewery, Main Channel. Their Amber Ale and New England IPA are some of the favorites!
Explore Nearby
Located just 15 minutes from Albertville, you can enjoy the great outdoors. If you are looking for a hike, explore Lake Guntersville State Park. They also have horseback riding and ziplining too. Cathedral Caverns State Park offers tours that take you deep inside one of the most magnificent natural wonders. You can also head south of Albertville to check out impressive public art in Boaz. In their downtown, you can see seven murals that all tell a unique story to the local area. There is also a great photo opportunity at their Umbrella Alley. For more things to do, click here.