Cigar Box Guitar Festival leads an exciting weekend in the Rocket City (May 29-31)

The last weekend of May is just a few days away, and we have plenty of exciting stuff happening in and around the Rocket City over the next couple of days.

We have a one-of-a-kind music festival, some pro soccer, cool markets and more.

Live music

Cigar Box Guitar Festival @ Lowe Mill + Orion Amphitheater

• What: The world’s longest-running cigar box guitar festival is back for its 22nd year! Enjoy awesome live music and a ton of cool stuff that surrounds the cigar box guitar culture.
• When: Friday, 6-9PM (Lowe Mill); Saturday, 11AM-7PM (Lowe Mill); Sunday 2-7PM (Orion)
• Cost: Free
• Details

All Us Ions @ Stovehouse

• What: What’s better than a free show on a Friday night with rock and roll, cool drinks and great vibes?
• When: Friday, 7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Grits & Greens @ The Camp

• What: Described as “rock and roll with a soulful and jam-heavy delivery,” this four-piece band puts on a fantastic live show.
• When: Friday, 7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Lana White & The Heights @ Tip Top Cafe

• What: The amazing vocals of Lana White along with the superb harmonies of The Heights will be gracing the stage at Tip Top Cafe.
• When: Saturday, 9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Festivals + parties

Golden Hour @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Roam the garden and listen to some live music as the sun sets at Huntsville Botanical Garden. 
• When: Friday, 5-8PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Open Studio Night @ Lowe Mill

• What: All of the wonderfully talented artists and makers at Lowe Mill will be on hand for you to see all of them in their studios and visit them in their work environment to discuss their spectacular creations.
• When: Saturday, 5-7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Night L!fe @ The Lumberyard

• What: Night L!fe is a monthly show highlighting local DJ’s and vendors, bringing community together through music and art.
• When: Saturday, 9PM-1AM
• Cost: $15
• Details

Shows + expos

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, 7PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Kam Patterson @ Levity Live

• What: Kam Patterson is a comedian and actor from Orlando, Florida, who was recently announced to be one of the newest cast members of Saturday Night Live Season 51.
• When: Friday, 7PM + 9:15PM; Saturday, 6:30PM + 8:45PM
• Cost: $25+
• Details

Soar + Explore: Discovering the World of Raptors @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Wildlife enthusiasts of all ages can discover the wide world of raptors at this live, interactive experience that brings you up close and personal with some of nature’s most powerful birds.
• When: Saturday, 9:30-11AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Sports + fitness

Yoga by the River @ Hays Nature Preserve

• What: Enjoy a relaxing, energizing hour of yoga next to the gently flowing waters of the Flint River in Hays Nature Preserve.
• When: Saturday, 8-9AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Huntsville City FC @ Joe Davis Stadium

• What: Head down to Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium to cheer on your Huntsville City FC as they take on CT United.
• When: Saturday, 7PM
• Cost: $10+
• Details

Markets

Madison City Farmers Market @ Trinity Baptist Church

• What: Browse a wide selection of the freshest local veggies, fruits, cheese, eggs, meats, milk, herbs, honey, jams, relishes, home-baked goods, plants and flowers.
• When: Saturday, 8AM-12PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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: Saturday, 9AM-2PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Market @ MidCity

• What: The Market at MidCity features local vendors, food trucks and live music every Sunday.
• When: Sunday, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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