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Tourism

Visitors to Enterprise and the surrounding Coffee County region can enjoy a vast selection of places to stay, along with an abundance of attractions and events occurring throughout the year. To make the most of their time in Enterprise, visitors are always encouraged to stop by or contact the Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, Inc. The Enterprise Chamber is open from 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday, and it is always happy to assist in providing valuable information about the community. The Chamber website is www.enterprisealabama.com. The City website can also be accessed at www.cityofenterprise.net. The Chamber can also be reached by e-mail at chamberpresident@centurytel.net and by phone at (334) 347-0581 or (800) 235-4730.

A popular event in April is the Children’s Festival in the Park. The festival offers inflatables, a small children’s area, a petting zoo, entertainment and fireworks. Held at Johnny Henderson Family Park, the event draws thousands of children from throughout the region. For those who have a need for speed, April brings Thunder on Tholocco and the thrill of powerboat racing to Fort Rucker.

For those who enjoy the unusual, Enterprise hosts the World’s Smallest St. Patrick’s Day parade. Consisting of one person of Irish decent and featured on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” the parade has enjoyed national as well as local attention.

In October, the downtown Boll Weevil Festival draws crowds from throughout the area. With an emphasis on something for the entire family, the festival includes a children’s costume contest, wholesome entertainment, pony rides, children’s activities, arts, crafts, farmer’s market and a taste of great Southern foods.

Enterprise is host to a wide variety of activities throughout the year to include the Boll Weevil 100 Bike Ride, “Y” Day, Christmas Parade, Relay for Life, Farm-City Week and many school, church and club-sponsored special events. Nearby Fort Rucker and the surrounding area also partner for several large events to include the 4th of July celebration.

The day includes nationally recognized singers, vendors, an Army Band concert, and, of course, spectacular fireworks.

Hotels offer accommodations to suit any traveler. Business travelers, visitors and vacationers can find the perfect place to relax and stay a while.

For those searching for a unique bed and breakfast experience and a piece of history, the 105-year-old Rawls Building offers excellent accommodations. Recently renovated and featuring an upscale restaurant, the Rawls Building also has several comfortable and beautifully appointed suites for travelers looking to spend a weekend in a National Historic Landmark.

One of the great ways to view the history and beauty of Enterprise is to experience Walk! Enterprise. Giving visitors an excellent opportunity to visit historic sites, an array of restaurants and many of the wonderful downtown shops, Walk! Enterprise is a planned “strolling excursion” of historic downtown. Maps of Walk! Enterprise are available from the Chamber website www.enterprisealabama.com.

No trip to Enterprise can be called complete without a visit to the Boll Weevil Monument. Standing in the center of downtown, the Boll Weevil Monument was dedicated on December 11, 1919, and stands as a testament to man’s ability to overcome adversity. At the base of the monument reads the inscription: “In profound appreciation of the Boll Weevil and what it has done as the herald of prosperity, this monument was erected by the citizens of Enterprise, Coffee County, Alabama.” The monument continues to remind citizens and visitors alike that resilience and resourcefulness are trademarks of Enterprise citizens.