20 amazing spring festivals happening this year in Huntsville

Now that the snow days are finally behind us, are you looking for ways to enjoy warmer weather and longer days? Check out our spring festival guide to make the most of your spring and all the sunshine!

Our festival guide ranges from the first of March to the very end of May to keep your calendars busy and filled with diverse events ranging from hot air balloons galore, craft shows, music shows and food for the whole family.

Check out the 2025 Huntsville spring festival guide with over 17 festivals/events!

Spring Festivals – March 2025

1. Community Kite Festival

• What: Celebrate the start of spring with kite flying, food trucks and children’s activities. This is a free, family-friendly event.
• Where: John Hunt Park Festival Grounds
• When: Saturday, March 1 | 11AM-3PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

2. NEACA’s 2025 Spring Craft Show at the Von Braun

• What: This popular craft show features over 150 artisans and crafters showcasing handmade items.
• Where: Von Braun Center South Hall
• When: March 14-16: Friday-Saturday: 9AM-6PM, Sunday: 12PM-5PM
• Cost: FREE (parking may vary)
• Details

3. 2nd Annual Downtown Athens Pub Crawl

• What: Tour local pubs and enjoy live music, food and drink specials—a great way to explore Athens’ vibrant downtown.
• Where: Downtown Athens
• When: Saturday, March 15 | 3PM-10PM
• Cost: Varies (typically around $10-$20 for participation)
• Details

4. Rocket City Reading Fest

• What: Celebrate National Reading Month with literary activities, author signings and storytime events for all ages.
• Where: Huntsville Public Library
• When: Sunday, March 16 | 12PM-4PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

5. St. Patrick’s Day Parade

• What: Enjoy a festive parade celebrating Irish culture with floats, bands and dancing. The Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade is held in downtown Huntsville and has been a Huntsville tradition since 1978. It was started by the owner of Finnegan’s Pub, Ellen McAnelly – a native of Galway, Ireland.
• Where: Downtown Huntsville
• When: Monday, March 15 | 11AM
• Cost: FREE
  Details

6. Rocket City Fair

• What: A fun-filled fair featuring carnival rides, games, food and live entertainment.
• Where: John Hunt Park
• When: March 20-30
• Cost: Varies (tickets for rides and games available on-site)
• Details

7. Taste of Soul Family Festival

• What: Enjoy soul food, live performances and family-friendly fun at this festival dedicated to culture and community.
• Where: The Orion Amphitheater, Huntsville
• When: Saturday, March 29 | 12PM-9PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

Spring Festivals – April 2025

8. Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Craft Fair

• What: Explore local arts, crafts and food vendors in Cullman’s scenic park.
• Where: Cullman, AL
• When: April 5-6, 9AM-4PM
• Cost: FREE (food and items for sale)
• Details

9. Madison Easter ‘Egg’stravaganza

• What: Children aged 1-10 can enjoy egg hunts, inflatables and photos with the Easter Bunny.
• Where: Dublin Park, Madison, AL
• When: Saturday, April 12 | 10AM-1PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

10. Battle of the Buffalo

• What: A fun-filled wing festival where local chefs and amateur cooks compete for the best buffalo wings. The event is hosted by UAH’s Alpha Tau Omega with proceeds benefiting cancer research in memory of Paul “Fish” Salmon.
• Where: Big Spring Park, Huntsville
• When: Saturday, April 12 | 11AM-6PM
• Cost: Varies (food and drinks available for purchase)
• Details

11. Pup Palooza

• What: A pet-friendly festival benefiting the Greater Huntsville Humane Society, with live music, food and adoption opportunities.
  Where: The Orion Amphitheater
  When: Sunday, April 13 | 12PM-5PM
  Cost: Varies (admission free, donations welcome)
  Details

12. Earth Day at Hays Nature Preserve (possibly include)

• What: Celebrate Earth Day with nature walks, environmental workshops, and activities for the whole family.
• Where: Hays Nature Preserve, Huntsville
• When: Saturday, April 12 | 10AM-2PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

13. Huntsville Comic and Pop Culture Expo

• What: Celebrate all things geek with comics, cosplay, celebrity panels and vendor booths.
• Where: Von Braun Center, Huntsville
• When: April 25-27, Friday 3PM-8PM | Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday 11AM-5PM
• Cost: Varies (tickets available on the website)
• Details

14. Panoply Arts Festival

• What: A three-day festival with over 100 artists, live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities.
• Where: Big Spring Park, Huntsville
• When: April 25-27
• Cost: Varies (admission required for some events)
• Details

15. Art on the Lake

• What: A weekend event featuring arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and food vendors at Lake Guntersville.
• Where: Guntersville Recreational Center, 1500 Sunset Drive, Guntersville, AL
• When: April 26-27, Saturday 10AM-5PM | Sunday 10AM-4PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

Spring Festivals – May 2025

16. Spring Merchant’s Alley Happy Hour Music Series

• What: Enjoy live music and happy hour specials every Friday evening in Athens.
• Where: Merchants Alley, Athens
• When: May 2 – June 27 | Fridays 5:30PM-7PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

17. Rocket City Spring Tune Up Car Show

• What: A car show featuring classic, antique, and modern vehicles with food, music, and entertainment.
• Where: Trash Panda Stadium / Toyota Field
• When: Saturday, May 3 | 11AM-5PM
• Cost: $15 (Kids 12 and under: FREE)
• Details

18. Belle Mont Mansion Celtic Fest

• What: Well-known Celtic musicians from across the nation and Canada. Plus, enjoy historic demonstrations and hands-on opportunities for kids, arts and crafts vendors, Celtic merchandise, food trucks and more.
• Where: 1569 Cook Lane, Tuscumbia, AL
• When: Saturday, May 10 | 10AM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

19. Poke Salat Festival

• What: This festival celebrates local culture with food, arts, crafts and live music, along with a pet parade.
• Where: Arab, AL
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 9AM-6PM
• Cost: FREE
• Details

20. Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic

• What: A hot-air balloon festival with races, tethered rides, food trucks, and live music.
• Where: Point Mallard Park, Decatur
• When: May 24-25
• Cost: Varies
• Details

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