Tuscaloosa See Play Do

Month: April 2026

  • Ty Myers, Brent Cobb, & Benny G

    Tickets On Sale: Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Rising country and soul-influenced artist Ty Myers is set to perform at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater in Tuscaloosa on September 10, 2026, as part of his “Legal Tour,” with special guests Brent Cobb and Benny G. The concert supports his newly released sophomore album Heavy on the Soul, following his 2025 debut and rapid rise to popularity fueled in part by social media.
    Myers, still a teenager, has quickly gained attention for blending country sounds with soulful lyrics and has become one of the genre’s emerging young stars. Tickets for the Tuscaloosa performance go on sale in early April, with the evening show beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the downtown venue.

  • Book Talk & Signing with John Sledge

    Event Date: Mon, Apr 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM

    Ernest & Hadley Booksellers in Tuscaloosa will host a book talk and signing with author John Sledge on April 6 at 5:30 PM. The event will feature Sledge discussing his book Mobile and Havana: Sisters Across the Gulf, which explores the historical connections between the Gulf Coast city of Mobile, Alabama, and Havana, Cuba. The program is presented in partnership with the University of Alabama’s Cuba Center and will include a conversation about the cultural and historical ties between the two port cities. After the discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to meet the author and have copies of the book signed. The event will take place at the Ernest & Hadley Brick House and is open to the public.

  • Prentice Concert Chorale’s Greatest Hits of the 1960s

    Event Date: Tue, Apr 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    Prentice Concert Chorale will present a lively celebration of 1960s music, spanning pop, rock, folk, and Broadway favorites. The program will feature choral and vocal arrangements with a full band, including horns, performing songs made famous by artists like Carole King, The Beatles, and The Mamas and the Papas, as well as selections from classic musicals. Audiences can expect a mix of beloved hits such as “What the World Needs Now,” “These Boots Are Made for Walking,” and “Before the Parade Passes By,” along with iconic instrumental pieces from the decade. The concert highlights the wide musical range of the 1960s, from the rise of rock and roll to the emergence of folk and psychedelic sounds, alongside Golden Era Broadway. Performances will take place at Grace Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

  • 17th Annual Druid City Arts Fest

    Event Date: Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM

    The Druid City Arts Festival is a free, two-day celebration of art, music, and community held annually at Government Plaza in downtown Tuscaloosa. Taking place April 10–11, 2026, the festival transforms the plaza into a vibrant outdoor gallery featuring more than 80 artists showcasing and selling work across a wide range of mediums. Attendees can enjoy a diverse lineup of live music, along with local food and beverage vendors throughout the event.
    The festival also includes interactive activities and a dedicated kids’ area, making it accessible and engaging for all ages. Now in its 17th year, the event continues to bring the community together for a weekend centered on creativity, culture, and connection.

  • World Ballet Company’s Swan Lake

    Event Date: Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM

    World Ballet Company presents a stunning production of Swan Lake, bringing the classic tale of magic, love, and the struggle between good and evil to life. The performance features a cast of 50 international dancers, more than 150 hand-sewn costumes, and elaborate handcrafted sets that highlight iconic moments like the Dance of the Little Swans and the Black Swan’s 32 fouettés. Set to Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, the show offers an immersive experience filled with emotion, drama, and beauty. The production runs approximately two and a half hours, including a 20-minute intermission, and is suitable for audiences ages five and up. Based in Los Angeles, World Ballet Company is led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick and is dedicated to making ballet accessible to audiences of all backgrounds.

  • Sourdough Bread Making Class

    Event Date: Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM

    Join a hands-on sourdough bread making class led by award-winning chef and instructor Pleshette Bevelle, designed to teach the fundamentals of artisan baking. Participants will learn how to work with a sourdough starter, mix and fold dough, and shape and score a loaf for baking. The class includes all materials and ingredients, along with expert guidance in a welcoming and approachable environment. Each attendee will leave with a live sourdough starter, a ready-to-bake loaf, recipe and care instructions, and a sample to taste. Guests are encouraged to bring an apron and a container for transporting their dough, though these are optional.

  • 26th Annual West Alabama Leadership Prayer Breakfast

    Event Date: Tue, Apr 21, 2026 at 6:30 AM

    The 26th Annual West Alabama Leadership Prayer Breakfast will be held on April 21 at the Bryant Conference Center on the University of Alabama campus, continuing a long-standing local tradition. The event brings together community leaders and residents for a morning centered on faith, leadership, and reflection, with doors opening at 6:30 a.m. and the program ending around 8 a.m. This year’s keynote speaker is artist Steve Skipper, known for his work with prominent sports figures and for sharing a personal story of transformation from addiction and hardship to faith. Organizers emphasize that the breakfast serves as a unifying space for people from different backgrounds to connect and find encouragement. Tickets and sponsorships are available online, and the event is seen by many as an annual opportunity to pause, reflect, and begin the day with purpose.

  • Spring Market & Strawberry Fest

    Event Date: Tue, Apr 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM

    The City of Tuscaloosa will host its first combined farmers market and Strawberry Festival on Tuesday, April 21 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Tuscaloosa River Market. The event will feature strawberries from three Chilton County farms along with participation from 30 regular market vendors. Attendees can enjoy live music, kids’ face painting, a petting zoo, and other activities. The Tuscaloosa Farmers Market offers fresh local produce, meats, artisan goods, and is free and open to the public. It is held year-round on Saturdays and accepts SNAP, Double Up Food Bucks, and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and has been named Alabama’s best farmers market for four consecutive years.

  • The Sound of Music – Youth Edition

    Event Date: Fri, Apr 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    The Sound of Music, the final collaboration between Rodgers and Hammerstein, became one of the most beloved musicals in the world and will be presented at the Bama Theatre. It features iconic songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” and earned five Tony Awards and five Oscars. Based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, the story follows a joyful young woman who brings music and warmth to the von Trapp family. Performances are scheduled for Apr 24 at 7:00 PM, Apr 25 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and Apr 26 at 2:00 PM. Winning five Academy Awards including Best Picture, the film adaptation remains one of the most popular movie musicals ever made.

  • Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra: RISE

    Event Date: Mon, Apr 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    The Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra will conclude its 2025–2026 season with RISE on April 27 at Moody Concert Hall, featuring an evening centered on reflection and renewal. The concert coincides with the 15th anniversary of the April 27, 2011 tornadoes, honoring themes of resilience, remembrance, and hope. The program includes Verdi’s Overture to Nabucco, A Time for Jubilee commemorating the Selma March, and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5. The performance will feature collaborations with choirs from Stillman College, Tuskegee University, and Alabama State University, along with soprano Laquita Mitchell. A pre-concert event will also include a special intimate performance by Mitchell during the Cheers & Chat celebration.