Residents of Tuscaloosa and neighboring Northport have a packed weekend of free events and live radio coverage. Starting Friday, 95.3 The Bear’s Steve & DC Show will broadcast live from The Bougie Pet Boutique at 130 Hargrove Road, offering attendees a chance to win a variety of prizes.
Friday Highlights
The Bougie Pet Boutique will host a “bougie” puppy pageant at 5 p.m., with cash awards for the top‑rated pups. All guests who attend the product launch will receive a complimentary swag bag, and the live broadcast begins at 6 a.m. The event aims to draw pet lovers and families to the boutique for a morning of fun and giveaways.
Saturday Activities
At noon, Bama Buggies, located at 2502 Skyland Boulevard, will welcome the crew from New 101.7 The River—DC, Holli, and Brother Scott—for a live giveaway. Listeners have a chance to win a brand‑new Sea‑Doo Spark personal watercraft, with the winner announced around 2 p.m. Attendees can also qualify for the prize between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Bama Buggies is promoting its 2026 inventory at reduced prices to make room for the upcoming 2027 models.
Northport Free Car Wash
Saturday and Sunday also mark the grand opening of New Day Car Wash’s newest location at 6201 McFarland Boulevard, adjacent to the new Chick‑fil‑A. Mary K. from 95.3 The Bear will broadcast live from the site between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Every driver who stops by will receive a free car wash for the entire day, with donations supporting the High Socks For Hope charity in Tuscaloosa.
Community Impact
These events provide families with low‑cost entertainment, encourage local business patronage, and raise funds for a charitable cause. The collaboration between radio stations, local retailers, and nonprofit groups underscores a community‑focused approach to weekend recreation.
What to Expect
Visitors should plan to arrive early for the puppy pageant and the Bama Buggies giveaway, as prize eligibility is limited to those present during the specified windows. The free car wash at New Day Car Wash runs all day Saturday and Sunday, so drivers can stop by at any time. All events are open to the public and free of charge, though donations are welcomed at the car wash.
For more details, follow the participating businesses and radio stations on their social‑media pages, where additional instructions and prize‑claim information will be posted.
Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
