13 August events in Huntsville you don’t want to miss, including Biergarten + more
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For many, August means back-to-school—but that doesn’t mean that fun summer events are over! Read on for the Huntsville events we’re putting on our calendar next month, including music, comedy + more.
BONUS: Get your school district’s 2022-2023 calendar here.
1. Biergarten
Biergarten at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center is back! Enjoy German cuisine, entertainment and more under the Saturn V at the Davidson Center, starting Thursday, August 4.
- When: Select Thursdays through October beginning August 4 | 4:30-7:30PM
- Where: U.S. Space and Rocket Center, 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Get tickets
2. Sluice Fest 2022
Don’t miss Huntsville’s very own DIY music festival features three days full of great music at local venues. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the following artists:
- Wanda Band
- Spirited Decay
- Carridale
- Drop Diver
- + more than a dozen others
Here’s where to find it:
- When: Friday, August 12-Sunday, August 14
- Where: Gold Sprint (Friday), 2515 9th Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805 + Sidetracks Music Hall, 415 Church St NW Ste 13, Huntsville, AL 35801
- Get tickets
3. Craft Beer Trail Fest 2022
Downtown Huntsville, Inc. is partnering with MidCity + some of your favorite local brewers to put on the 3rd annual Craft Beer Trail Fest next month. Find brews from
- Chandler’s Ford
- Fractal Brewing
- Green Bus
- Innerspace
- Mad Malts
- Rocket Republic
- Salty Nut
- Straight to Ale
- Yellowhammer
Don’t miss it!
- When: Saturday, August 13 | Session 1 12-2PM, Session 2 3-5PM
- Where: The Camp, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Tickets available soon
BONUS: Get our complete guide to Huntsville’s breweries.
4. Movie Night in the Hangar
Airplane enthusiasts—and families looking for a night of free entertainment—this one’s for you! Avilution, LLC is partnering with FlyQuest to host a free movie night in an (air-conditioned) airplane hangar. Watch “Living in the Age of Airplanes” with your family, + enjoy snacks from What’s Popp’n.
- When: Saturday, August 13 | 7:30PM
- Where: Avilution, LLC, 115 Houston Goodson Way SW, Huntsville, AL 35824
- RSVP
5. Third Thursdays on Main
We just love Main Street in Madison. Celebrate the great shops by heading out on the third Thursday of the month—and, why not top off the night by stopping in to Old Black Bear for a drink?
- When: Thursday, August 18 | 6-8PM
- Where: Main Street, Madison, AL 35758
BONUS: See our other favorite things to do in Madison.
6. “Weird Al” Yankovic at the VBC
Everyone’s favorite comedic musician is bringing “The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour” to Huntsville next month. Don’t miss your chance to see this “White & Nerdy” musician.
- When: Friday, August 19 | 8PM
- Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
- Get tickets
7. Leanne Morgan at the VBC
Get ready to laugh until you cry—Leanne Morgan is bringing her “Big Panty Tour” to Huntsville next month, and you don’t want to miss it!
- When: Saturday, August 20-Sunday August 21 | Shows at 4PM and 7PM each day
- Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
- Get tickets
8. Madison Mercantile Outdoor Market
If you’re into local goods, retro and vintage and one-of-a-kind finds, you’ll want to check out this month’s outdoor market hosted by Madison Mercantile. Let us know what treasures you find.
- When: Saturday August 20-Sunday August 21 | 10AM-5PM Saturday + 12-5PM Sunday
- Where: Madison Mercantile, 8540 Hwy 72 W, Madison, AL 35758
- RSVP
9. Beginner Sushi Class at Straight to Ale
Get ready to roll. Straight to Ale is hosting a class for all aspiring sushi chefs—sounds like a great date night idea, if you ask me.
- When: Tuesday, August 23 | 6:30-8:30PM
- Where: Straight to Ale, 2610 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Get tickets
BONUS: Where to get the best sushi in town.
10. Downtown Huntsville Night Market
- When: Friday, August 26 | 7-10PM
- Where: Chandelier Alley, 107 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35801
11. Jack White at the Orion
Enjoy a night of rock and roll under the stars when Jack White comes to the Orion next month. White’s show will be phone-free and features special guest Glove.
- When: Saturday, August 27 | 8PM
- Where: The Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
- Get tickets
12. The Black Keys at the Orion
From Jack White to the Black Keys—the last weekend of August will be full of great music at the Orion. Don’t miss The Black Keys on the Dropout Boogie Tour with Band of Horses and Early James.
- When: Sunday, August 28 | 7PM
- Where: The Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
- Get tickets
13. BONUS: Summerlong events
As always, Huntsville’s got plenty of events that occur on a regular basis all summer long. Check out these guides if you’re looking for something to do:
What August events are you hitting up? Share them with us by tagging @hvilleblast and using #hvilleblast.
Reviewed by Michael Seale.
