Camp to Amp, Butterfly Release + 13 more exciting weekend events in the Rocket City

After a wet couple of days, we can now set our sights on a pleasant weekend weather-wise, and a perfect time to get out and about in the Huntsville area this weekend.

Whether you are looking for something cool to do for Mother’s Day (check out some brunch options here) or just an outing for you and your friends, there’s plenty going on in the Rocket City!

1. Space Monkeys: The Adventures of Baker + Able

A story of friendship, sacrifice, and dreaming big, this world premiere play will inspire all ages through a special Alabama story set at our very own U.S. Space and Rocket Center.

When: May 9-10 7PM; May 11 10AM, 1PM, 6PM; May 12 1PM, 6PM
Where: VBC Playhouse, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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2. AHSAA State Soccer Championships

Girls and boys soccer teams from all over the state have come to Huntsville this weekend to capture a state championship. Head to John Hunt park and catch the action.

When: May 9-12, 9AM
Where: John Hunt Park, 2151 Airport Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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3. Concerts on the Dock featuring The Nerve

Head out to Lowe Mill Friday for a free live music show featuring The Nerve. This is part of Lowe Mill’s weekly Concerts on the Dock series.

When: May 10, 6PM
Where: Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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4. Trash Pandas vs. Mississippi

The Trash Pandas host the Mississippi Braves all weekend, and Trash Pandas officials predict Toyota Field’s 1 millionth fan will walk through the gates during this series. Will it be you?

When: May 9-11, 6:30PM, May 12, 2:30PM
Where: Toyota Field, 500 Trash Panda Wy, Madison, AL 35758
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5. ‘Pretty Woman’ the musical

Broadway Theatre League brings this beloved film to the stage with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell.

When: May 10 8PM; May 11 2PM, 8PM; May 12 1PM, 6PM
Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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6. Huntsville City FC vs. Toronto

There’s some quality soccer happening this weekend in Huntsville, as the Huntsville City FC plays a home game Friday night, and invites high school soccer teams to come on out and be a part of the action.

When: May 10, 7PM
Where: Joe Davis Stadium, 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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7. Fitness in the Park

Get fit for free at Big Spring Park Saturday morning with a Pure Barre class starting at 9AM.

When: May 11, 9AM
Where: Big Spring Park, 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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8. Madison City Farmers Market

Find some fresh produce, arts and crafts and more from local vendors at great prices at the Madison Farmers Market.

When: May 11, 8AM-12PM
Where: 1088 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758
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9. Butterfly Release at Huntsville Botanical Garden

Guests of all ages will enjoy sharing in the magic of safely releasing live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House.

When: May 11, 10AM
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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10. Guided Hike at Chapman Mountain

Take this 3-mile guided hike through the Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, where you’ll see the upper elevations of the preserve.

When: May 11, 9AM
Where: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, 1263 US-72, Huntsville, AL 35811
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11. Athens Art Walk

Athens Arts League and High Cotton Arts are kicking off two event series this weekend for art and music lovers, the Art Walk on The Square Summer Series and Art After Hours.

When: May 11, 10AM-1PM
Where: Downtown Athens
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12. Camp to Amp Festival

This free, day-long event connects MidCity District’s The Camp to the Orion Amphitheater. Catch live music by Emily Joseph, 5 O Clock Charlie, Moontown Music and more.

When: May 11, 12PM
Where: 5901 University Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
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13. Rocket City Kittypalooza

This is a day dedicated to our feline friends. Head out to Lowe Mill for this celebration featuring adoptions, cool information and — of course — cats.

When: May 11, 11AM-3PM
Where: Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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14. ‘The Mountaintop’

Theatre Huntsville presents this gripping re-imagining of the night before the assassination of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

When: May 10-12
Where: Johnson Little Theatre, 4900 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35811
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15. Ali Siddiq

Comedian Ali Siddiq brings his “I got a story to tell” tour to Huntsville. This hilariously clever comedian has been selling out venues all over the country.