Here are 15 exciting things to do this weekend in the Rocket City

Father’s Day weekend is upon us, and if you’re a dad I hope you (or your loved ones) have something special planned. And even if you’re not a father, you’re sure to find something cool to do this weekend here in the Huntsville area.

Check out these suggestions below:

1. Matt Rife

One of the country’s hottest comedians brings his wildly popular show to Huntsville at the Orion Amphitheater this weekend.

• When: June 14, 7:30PM
• Where: Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
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2. City Lights + Stars Concert

Head up to Burritt on the Mountain for a live music event in one of the best settings in Huntsville. This edition of the popular concert series features Utopia, an ensemble of talented performers and a culmination of some of the mid-south’s most respected, experienced and professional musicians.

• When: June 14, 7:30PM
• Where: Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
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3. Little Shop of Horrors

This weekend, Theatre Huntsville’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors,” opens at the Von Braun Center. This beloved musical runs through June 23.

• When: June 14-15 7:30PM, June 16, 2PM
• Where: VBC Playhouse, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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4. Paul Thorn

Catch this awesome show featuring American Southern rock, country, Americana and blues singer-songwriter Paul Thorn at Mars Music Hall.

• When: June 14, 8PM
• Where: Mars Music Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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5. Night Camp’s Flag Day Variety Show

Night Cam — Huntsville’s own stand-up, improv, and drag showcase — is back Friday at Shenanigan’s Comedy Theatre. This talented ensemble is hilarious and entertaining, so don’t miss it!

• When: June 14, 8PM
• Where: Shenanigan’s Comedy Theatre, 2650 Leeman Ferry Rd SW suite a, Huntsville, AL 35801
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6. Madison City Farmers Market

Stock up on fresh produce, local arts and crafts and more at the Madison City Farmers Market Saturday.

• When: June 15, 8AM-12PM
• Where: 1088 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758
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 7. HPT Cars and Coffee

Automobile enthusiasts can come to Stovehouse Saturday, where you’re break out those rides and join Horsepower Thearpy for HPT Cars and Coffee.

• When: June 15, 8:30AM
• Where: Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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8. Butterfly Release at Huntsville Botanical Garden

If you have never experienced a butterfly release at the Huntsville Botanical Garden, you are missing out. And if you have, you know how cool this event is.

• When: June 15, 10AM
• Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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9. Art Walk at University Pickers

Check out works from a variety of local artists showcasing paintings, rock art, sewing, furniture, woodworking, pottery and more!

• When: June 15, 11AM-3PM
• Where: University Pickers, 3405 Triana Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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10. Hoedown at The Camp

Come out the The Camp at MidCity to enjoy a good old fashioned howdown, featuring a mechanical bull, multiple vendors and food truck and live music from Smokey Jones and the 3 Dollar Pistols.

• When: June 15, 12PM
• Where: The Camp at MidCity, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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11. Huntsville Elks Flag Day Ceremonies

The Huntsville Elks Lodge has a wonderful tradition celebrating Flag Day. This Saturday, come out and learn about America’s flags — from our first to today — in a touching ceremony.

• When: June 15, 1PM
• Where: Huntsville Elks Lodge, 725 Franklin St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
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12. Family Tie-dye Party

Here’s another family fun event this weekend in the Rocket City! Head to the Downtown Huntsville Public Library and learn to tie-dye — just bring an article of clothing you want tie-dyed and the library provides the rest.

• When: June 15, 2PM
• Where: Downtown Huntsville Public Library, 915 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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13. Live + Local featuring Dave Anderson

Come out to Back Forty Brewing to catch a live performance of one of Huntsville’s most talented musicians. Dave Anderson will be on hand performing cool tunes to go with some tasty craft beer.

• When: June 16, 4PM-7PM
• Where: Back Forty Brewing, 3254 Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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14. Out Loud Huntsville Open Mic

Come out to The Speakeasy at Straight to Ale for this open mic, where you can sign up and share your poetry, short stories, a piece of fiction or any form of literary wordy goodness.

• When: June 16, 6PM
• Where: The Speakeasy at Straight to Ale, 2610 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
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15. Huntsville City FC vs. Chicago Fire II

Come out to Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium to cheer on your own Huntsville City FC as they host the Chicago Fire II.

• When: June 16, 6PM
• Where: Joe Davis Stadium, 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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