SHOALS — The town of Shoals is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host its 40th Annual Shoals Catfish Festival, set to kick off on Wednesday, July 3rd, and run through Saturday, July 6th. This milestone event promises four days of live music, a wide array of food vendors, exciting contests, and family-friendly entertainment spread across the community.
Festival-goers can look forward to a packed schedule of activities. Highlights include competitive softball and kickball tournaments, spirited fishing contests, daily parades, and a continuous lineup of live entertainment. A dazzling fireworks show is scheduled for July 4th at 10 p.m., providing a spectacular patriotic display.
Events will be held at various locations throughout Shoals, including Main Street, the ballpark, and the historic old courthouse grounds. Daily attractions will feature tours of the local museum, lively auctions, bike and car shows showcasing unique vehicles, and numerous opportunities to savor local food favorites from various vendors. Live bands will provide a festive soundtrack throughout the festival.
The event will culminate on Sunday, July 7th (though the article states it runs through July 6th, the Sunday events suggest a slight extension or a typo in the original text), with more fun including volleyball games, a delectable pie-baking contest, and the much-anticipated catfish cook-off, where local culinary talents will vie for top honors.
The Shoals Catfish Festival is a cherished tradition that brings together residents and visitors for a celebration of community spirit and summer fun.
