Events

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Realizing the Dream 2025 Events and Activities Announced

Tickets for the concert and awards banquet go on sale Jan. 10.

The Gorgas House Museum decorated for the holidays

Celebrate the Holidays with Free UA Museums Events

UA Museums invites visitors to enjoy the holidays with free events at three of its museums.

Big Al ornament

12 Festivities to Enjoy This December

From concerts on campus to movies downtown, there are many ways to celebrate the season in December 2024.

A graduating student wears a decorated mortar board.

Focus on First-Gen Experience Nov. 4-8

The week honors the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965, which opened opportunities to low-income and first-generation students.

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Falling for November: Be Thankful for These Events

Check out what’s on tap on campus and around town in November 2024.

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4 Groups Compete for ‘Tuscaloosa’s Best Band’ Nov. 13

The Battle of the Bands raises funds for the Student Government Association’s Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.

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Gorgas House Museum, Jemison Mansion Collaborate for Halloween Event

Visitors will tour Tuscaloosa’s historic homes and learn about the sociocultural expectations and practices of mourning and grieving after the Civil War and greater Victorian Era.

Big Al leading a parade.

Homecoming 2024 Ushers in ‘New Era’ with Drone Light Show

Events planned throughout the week culminate with the bonfire, pep rally and drone light show on Friday.

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Get Educated During Alcohol Awareness Week

Be aware of the dangers of alcohol misuse.

Shoppers looking at items at a previous Buy for RISE event

UA RISE Center Hosts BUY for RISE Fundraiser

The UA RISE Center will host its annual BUY for RISE fundraiser Oct. 18 and 19.