Things to Do in Marshall County this November

November has arrived, and Marshall County is ready for a month with holiday magic and exciting festivities! From tree lightings, parades and downtown celebrations, there are countless ways to soak up the holiday cheer right here in our community. While you’re embracing the holiday spirit, it’s also the perfect time to start checking off your Christmas shopping list—and don’t forget, we have four wonderful downtowns filled with local shops to explore. Here’s your guide to everything happening this November in Marshall County to kick off the season!

Albertville:

Albertville Thanksgiving and Christmas Parade
The Albertville Chamber of Commerce will kick off the holiday season in style with the Thanksgiving and Christmas Parade on Thursday, November 20 at 5:00 p.m.

Albertville Downtown Christmas Open House
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive celebration happening Saturday, November 22nd, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Albertville! Begin your morning with a magical carriage ride around town, available throughout the event. Then, head over to the historic Train Depot for Cookies with Santa from 10 AM to 2 PM, where little ones can share their Christmas wishes and enjoy some sweet treats. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family fun, festive charm, and plenty of Christmas cheer! All of the downtown merchants will be open to start your Christmas shopping as well!

Arab

Christmas in the Park
Starting the day after Thanksgiving, Arab City Park transforms into Christmas in the Park, featuring over two million lights illuminating every night until 9:30 p.m. This free event is the perfect family outing to experience holiday magic!

Santa in the Village
Every year on the day after Thanksgiving, the magic of the holidays comes to the Arab Historic Village. For four consecutive weekends, Santa at the Village will run every Friday night from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Visitors come from near and far to stroll through Santa’s Village, an over-the-top display of holiday joy. You’ll meet Mr. Claus himself, see the Phillips’ Blacksmith Shop and watch them work on reindeer shoes, check out Santa’s Bedroom, and even make a bag of reindeer food for you and your kids to be able to take home! Admission for Santa in the Park is FREE! You can learn more here!

Arab Christmas Parade
The Downtown Arab Christmas parade will be held on Thursday, December 4, at 6:00 p.m.

Boaz

Runnin’ for Rescues 5K & 10K
Don’t miss out on the Runnin’ for Rescues race on Saturday, November 22, at the Boaz Rec Center. Register for the 5K or 10K to support the Second Chance Shelter, a non-profit, no-kill dog shelter. To register, click here!

Boaz Christmas Parade & Christmas Under the Stars
The Boaz Christmas Parade is on December 5 at 5:30. Following the parade, you can enjoy Christmas Under the Stars at Old Mill Park. You will be able to meet Santa, The Grinch, and Cindy Lou Who, listen to the Snead State Jazz Band, and enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree. This is a FREE event in Boaz!

Dashing Through Downtown Boaz
Celebrate the holiday season at the Dashing Through Downtown Boaz on December 12 – 13. Stroll through downtown Boaz and discover a variety of local vendors offering unique gifts and holiday treasures. Enjoy delicious bites from food trucks and let the kids experience the magic of meeting Santa himself.

Guntersville

Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees starts Thursday, November 20, at the Guntersville Museum! During museum hours, you can check out all of the decorated trees that are themed by different businesses and organizations in our community. For more information, check out the Guntersville Museum here!

Guntersville Christmas Parade
The Guntersville Parade will be in Downtown Guntersville on December 13, starting at 5:00 p.m.