12 weekend events to check out in the Huntsville area

Are you looking for something to do for the first weekend of 2024? Well if you live here in the Huntsville area, you’re going to find plenty of options.

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Whether it’s sports, live music, theater or outdoors activities you’re looking to get into, we have plenty of weekend events here to keep you busy:

1. Huntsville Havoc hockey

The Huntsville Havoc have two home games this weekend against Peoria — Friday night is Glow Night and Saturday is Adult Jersey Night — so make sure and include the Havoc in your weekend events calendar.

• When: Jan. 5 & 6, 7PM.
• Where: Propst Arena, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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2. Jim Parker’s Songwriters Series

The first Songwriters Series of the year features Tim and Myles Thompson and Steven Dale Jones. If you have been to a Songwriters Series, then, you know what great entertainment these shows are.

• When: Jan. 5, 6:30PM.
• Where: VBC Playhouse, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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3. Crosby Cash at Stovehouse

Catch this emerging artist — influenced by a wide array of musicians like Amy Winehouse, Adele, Sam Smith, Corinne Bailey Rae, Etta James and more — live at Stovehouse.

• When: Jan. 6, 6PM
• Where: Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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4. Eat A Peach – Tribute to the Allman Brothers Band

If you enjoy the Allman Brothers, then make room on your weekend events schedule to see Eat a Peach in Athens Saturday night. Performing with special guest Tres Locos, these guys are going to put on a fabulous show.

• When: Jan. 6, 7PM
• Where: McCandless Hall at Athens State, 302 Bryan St, Athens, AL 35611
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5. Mike Epps at Stand Up Live

Mike Epps is one of the funniest stand-up comics around right now, and has made a name for himself recently in the Netflix comedy “The UpShaws,” in which he stars and produces.

• When: Jan. 5 7PM & 9:15PM; Jan. 6 4PM & 6:30PM; Jan. 7 6PM
• Where: Stand Up Live, 2012 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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6. Polar Bear Run

Get on your Harleys and join in on a Saturday tide. But that’s not all that’s involved. After the ride, enjoy an awesome chili cook-off to heat you back up after the chilly ride!

• When: Jan. 6, 9AM
• Where: Redstone Harley-Davidson, 15100 State Hwy 20 W, Madison, AL
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7. January Swing Dance

Join Southern Elegance Dance Studio for an evening of vintage swing dancing! There will be a beginner east coast lesson at 7PM (included with $10 admission) followed by open dancing.

• When: Jan 7, 7PM
• Where: Southern Elegance Dance Studio, 3120 D, Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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8. Botanica Plant Swap

Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting out, this event is for everyone.

Not only will you have the chance to swap plants with local fellow plant lovers, but Brandon and Alex Baker will be bringing a selection of rare plants that have never been seen in our shop before. It’s the perfect opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind plant you’ve been searching for!

• When: Jan. 6, 6PM
• Where: Botanica Huntsville, 414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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9. Beginner Ukulele Lessons

This free 45 minute class will teach you how to play basic chords and easy songs to help start you on your ukulele journey.

• When: Jan. 6, 10:30AM
• Where: The Fret Shop, 309 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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10. Sunday Tennis Meetup

Come on out for an afternoon of tennis at Monrovia Middle School tennis courts. These meetups are always a ton of fun and all skill levels are welcome.

• When: Jan. 7, 11AM
• Where: Monrovia Middle School, 1216 Jeff Rd NW Huntsville, AL 35806
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11. Celebrations Bridal Event

This bridal event is North Alabama’s’ largest bridal show, hosting businesses that supply a bride and groom with a product or a service in the planning of their wedding. More than 100 vendors will participate this weekend.

• When: Jan. 7, 12PM-4PM.
• Where: VBC Saturn Ballroom, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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12. Sunday Night Blues Jam

Come sign up and join Lance, James, & Matt as they host Blues Jam at Voodoo Lounge downtown. This is a Sunday tradition that you don;t want to miss.

• When: Jan. 7, 9PM
• Where: Voodoo Lounge, 110 Southside Sq, Huntsville, AL 35801
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