Andy Warhol, local films + more cool stuff in Huntsville this weekend (July 31-August 2)

As we bid farewell to July and usher in August this weekend, Huntsville is chock full of cool stuff to do over the next few days. From blockbuster concerts to an indie film showcase and a fantastic art exhibit opening, we have a profusion of options in and around town.

Live music

Velcro Pygmies @ Limestone County Courthouse Square

• What: Catch the beloved Alabama band Velcro Pygmies in Athens. The final show from the Fridays After 5 series, featuring food trucks, local tunes and a market will takeover the historic Limestone County Courthouse.
• When: Friday, 5-8:30PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

The Wallflowers @ Mars Music Hall

• What: Hear the “Bringing Down The Horse” album performed in its entirety, plus a bonus LP – Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers’ Long After Dark.
• When: Friday, 8PM
• Cost: $58+
• Details

Lord Huron @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: One of Spotify’s most-streamed bands of all time, Lord Huron has been a mainstay in the international music stage for over a decade. The pre-show festivities will feature a vintage clothing pop-up from One Man’s Vintage, and local polaroid portrait booth by duo Fauna & Film.
• When: Friday, 8PM
• Cost: $55+
• Details

Milltowne @ Tip Top Cafe

• What: Grateful Dead fans need to come out to the Tip Top Friday night for a show by one of Huntsville best jam bands playing all of your favorite dead tunes.
• When: Friday, 8PM
• Cost: $8
• Details

Sammy Kershaw @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: One of country music’s most popular artists comes to the Rocket City for an unforgettable show at the VBC.
• When: Saturday, August 1, 7PM
• Cost: $40+
• Details

Sports + fitness

Knock Out Cancer Boxing Tournament @ VBC Saturn Ballroom

• What: Fighters from Rocket City Boxing are joined by local celebrities for this boxing event benefiting the Russell Hill Cancer Foundation.
• When: Saturday, 6PM
• Cost: $25
• Details

Huntsville City FC @ Wicks Family Field

• What: Head out to Joe Davis Stadium + Wicks Family Field for the HCFC home finale— Back to School Night, sponsored by Huntsville Utilities.
• When: Saturday, August 1, 7PM
• Cost: $11+ ($5 for school faculty)
• Details

Shows + expos

WARHOL @ Huntsville Museum of Art

• What: This weekend marks the opening of HMA’s Andy Warhol exhibit, featuring more than 150 works by the iconic artist. This exhibit runs from July 31 to October 18.
• When: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM; Sunday, 12-5PM
• Cost: $10 for students; $18 for seniors; $20 for adults
• Details

‘Making Some Dang Motion Pictures’ Short Film Showcase @ The Independent Cinema

• What: The Independent Cinema, located in Studio 150 in Lowe Mill A&E, invites you to experience the “Making Some Dang Motion Pictures Short Film Showcase,” a one-night celebration of locally made short films.
• When: Saturday, August 1, 6-9PM
• Cost: $8
• Details

Comic Science Improv @ Shenanigans Comedy Theatre

• What: The Comic Science Improv crew will bring a clean, family friendly improvised show to the Shenanigans stage. Due to the magic of improv, all content is made up on the spot and guaranteed to be fresh and funny. 
• When: Friday, July 31, 7PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Shakespeare in the Garden @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Performed by UAH’s “Huntsville Shakes,” this year’s rotating productions feature two beloved comedies: The Taming of the Shrew (Friday night) + Much Ado About Nothing (Saturday night).
• When: Friday + Saturday, 7:30PM
• Cost: $35
• Details

Festivals + parties

Cocktails & Cosmos @ U.S. Space & Rocket Center

• What: Visit the best planetarium in the country to sip space-themed cocktails and discover images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful telescope ever built.
• When: Friday, doors at 6:15PM + show begins at 7PM
• Cost: $12/member | $19/adult | $14/child
• Details

Huntsvegas Casino Night @ Stovehouse

• What: For one night only, Stovehouse transforms into the most electric casino floor in town. This includes more than 20 game tables, live music, cocktails + more.
• When: Friday, 7PM
• Cost: $25+
• Details

Markets

The Providence Market @ Village of Providence

• What: The Providence Market offers a wide variety of locally grown fruits + vegetables, fresh baked sweets + breads and unique, handmade artisan pieces. 
• When: Saturdays, 9AM-2PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Outdoor Market @ Lowe Mill

• What: The Outdoor Market is back at Lowe Mill for another season. Browse local artists, makers and vendors and find some pretty cool stuff at this all-day market.
• When: Saturday, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

The Market @ MidCity

• What: The Market at MidCity is back for its eighth year, featuring local vendors, food trucks and live music every Sunday. 
• When: Sundays, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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