AAMU football, Moonlight Market + more cool stuff to do this weekend [Sept. 11-13]

The weekend is coming, folks, and we have some really cool stuff going on throughout the Rocket City over the next few days. In addition to some incredible music events that are part of Huntsville Music Month (see the schedule here), we have a vast array of activities you can enjoy—a fall craft show, college football, a cigar + whiskey festival, markets + more—so you’re bound to find something fun to do.

Live music

Jim Parker’s Songwriters Series @ VBC Playhouse

• What: Music lovers in Huntsville take notice: If you have never been to any of these shows, you’re missing out. This month’s guests will be Billy Droze, Jamie Johnson + Galen Griffin.
• When: Friday, 6:30PM
• Cost: $35
• Details

Rocket Sessions featuring Gabe LaRose @ Rocket Park

• What: Enjoy live music in Rocket Park at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center! This month features local favorite Gabe LaRose. Picnics are welcome and beer and wine are available for purchase.
• When: Saturday, 6PM
• Cost: $5
• Details

Battle of the Bands @ Home Place Park

• What: Watch local bands 5×5, The Dragon and The Queens, Treetop & The Gifted, Brother Goode, Highfield and Play The Part battle it out to see who rocks the hardest.
• When: Saturday, 6PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Black Jacket Symphony presents Def Leppard’s ‘Hysteria’ @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: Hear the talented Black Jacket Symphony play the iconic rock album “Hysteria” by Def Leppard from start to finish.
• When: Saturday, 5PM + 9PM
• Cost: $50
• Details

Jazz in the Park @ Big Spring Park

• What: This week, enjoy the music of Richard Shaw, Cameron Sankey + Julian Vaughn at Big Spring Park.
• When: Sunday, 5PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Shows + expos

NEACA Fall Craft Show @ VBC South Hall

• What: This expo is perfect for early holiday shopping, home décor inspiration and discovering new local crafters and vendors.
• When: Friday, , 9AM-6PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

All Star Pool + Spa Show @ VBC South Hall

• What: Browse vendors from all over the country for a massive regional trade show and public expo dedicated to backyard relaxation, recreation and luxury.
• When: Friday, 2-7PM; Saturday + Sunday, 10AM-5PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

David Koechner @ Levity Live

• What: You know him from “The Office,” “Anchorman, “Talladega Nights” and several other comedy hits, and now he is on stage live all weekend in Huntsville.
• When: Friday, 7PM; Saturday, 6:30PM; 8:45PM
• Cost: $25+
• Details

Festivals + parties

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

• What: Visit the INTUITIVE® planetarium to sip space-themed cocktails and enjoy a different focus each week! This Friday’s theme is “Too Big, Too Bright, Too Soon.”
• When: Friday, 7PM
• Cost: $12/member | $19/adult | $14/child
• Details

Rocket City Cigar + Whiskey Festival @ Campus 805

• What: Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just curious, this festival is all about good vibes, great flavors, and meeting awesome people.
• When: Saturday, 11AM-7PM
• Cost: $80
• Details

Butterfly Release @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: This is one of the coolest outings in town. Come to the Huntsville Botanical Garden to safely release live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House.
• When: Saturday, 10-10:30AM
• Cost: $8 for members, $20+ for non-members
• Details

Decades Dance Party @ Stovehouse

• What: Get ready for an era-hopping dance bash where the DJ spins 45-minute sets from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s + 2000s!
• When: Saturday, 7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

North Alabama Airfest @ Pryor Field

• What: This 2-day airshow event will have military demonstration, high-speed fly-bys, helicopter and airplane rides, exotic car rides, static displays, vendors and more!
• When: Saturday, 11AM-10PM; Sunday, 11AM-6PM
• Cost: $15+ (kids under 5: free)
• Details

Sports + fitness

Alabama A&M Football @ Louis Crews Stadium

• What: The Alabama A&M Bulldogs play at home this weekend against Tennessee State.
• When: Saturday, 6PM
• Cost: $20+
• Details

Guided Hike @ Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve

• What: Join the Land Trust of North Alabama on a guided hike through the Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve. This is a 1.5-mile hike through an amazingly scenic preserve.
• When: Sunday, 1-3PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Markets

The Moonlight Market @ Courthouse Square

• What: Shop local vendors, explore downtown shops and restaurants and make every second Friday the night to be in Downtown Huntsville.
• When: Friday, 5:30-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Market @ MidCity

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

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