February 23, 2012

Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum

Montgomery Zoo

For a great afternoon of family time visit the Montgomery Zoo or the Mann Wildlife Museum or both! The Zoo has a huge selection of animals to observe. You can spend an entire day walking around this 48 acre complex looking at 500 species of animals. A train is also offered for a small fee for those not wanting to walk too much. Concessions are available and the Overlook Cafe has great prices Continue Reading …

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre

The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre is the place to be for concerts, comedy, children's shows, plays, or operas. You will find state of the art facilities here with a seating capacity of 1800. A show is always waiting for you at the MPAC. Peter Frampton is on the schedule for the MPAC in August. Past performers and events include Alice Cooper, Rodney Carrington, & a classic movies series Continue Reading …

Hank Williams Museum

Hank Williams Museum

The Hank Williams Museum is a site to be seen. If you were a fan of Hank's music you'll want to see the 35 showcases filled with personal items. Even Hank's 1952 baby blue Cadillac is on display here. Hank Williams got his start right here in Montgomery and often played the clubs downtown. Take a trip back in time at 118 Commerce Street in the Hank Williams Museum. Hours of operation are Continue Reading …

Riverwalk Stadium

Riverwalk Stadium

Montgomery's Riverwalk Stadium, downtown on Coosa Street, is home to Montgomery's very own minor league baseball team the Montgomery Biscuits. The stadium is very well laid out with plenty of room to walk around, luxury suites, a playground, and a lawn area large enough to accomodate 4,000 fans. The stadium has been open since 2004, but the building itself is a renovated train station and has a Continue Reading …

Riverfront Amphitheatre

Riverfront Amphitheatre

Montgomery's riverfront facilities have tons to offer for tourists' & locals alike. The Riverwalk Amphitheatre has hosted some of the country's best concert acts including Foreigner, Sugarland, & T-Pain. Not only can you see concerts at the Amphitheatre, but in July you can bring the family down for a movie or one of the many local events that may occur throughout the year. Be sure Continue Reading …

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival has some of the most beautiful gardens in Montgomery. Not only can you picnic with your family or explore the 250 acres of the Blount Cultural Park, but you can also catch one of the 14 world class productions they offer. It is the 7th largest Shakespeare Festival in the world and attracts over 300,000 visitors every year! June 11th-27th Cowgirls August 16th Continue Reading …

Harriott II

Harriott II Riverboat

Take a Jubilee Cruise on May 28th and see fireworks! Tickets are very reasonable at $10 per person and $5 per child. You can board the riverboat at 8pm and the cruise will last from 8:30-9:30. Live entertainment will be on board along with concessions and drinks. Thursday Evening Rockin' Thursday Cruise - enjoy LIVE music or Karaoke, heavy hors devours, & Happy Hour drink specials from Continue Reading …