BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hville Blast - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hvilleblast.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hville Blast REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000 DTSTAMP:20260822T082811Z CREATED:20260819T074314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T082811Z UID:10030816-1789750800-1789758000@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Golden Hour DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\nSupported by: \n \nSpend your Friday evenings surrounded by live music\, summer sunsets\, and the beauty of the Garden. From May through September\, Golden Hour transforms the Cedar Glade into a relaxed gathering place where friends meet\, families unwind\, and visitors can enjoy the Garden in a whole new light. \nNew this year: Admission is free beginning at 5:00 p.m. during Golden Hour\, thanks to the support of the Huntsville Music Office and the City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs.* \nBring a blanket or chairs\, grab a drink from the Garden Bar\, and enjoy made-to-order concessions from Fern & Feast On-The-Go while local musicians provide the soundtrack for the evening. Whether you’re exploring the Garden’s paths\, enjoying a picnic\, or simply relaxing with friends\, Golden Hour is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. \nSelect evenings throughout the season feature special experiences\, including our Third Fridays Market and reserved seating opportunities. \n*Friday closing times are 8:00 p.m. in May\, June\, July\, and August\, and 7:00 p.m. in September. \n\n\n\nThird Fridays at Golden Hour\nOn the third Friday of May\, June\, July\, and August\, check out local makers at our Third Fridays market\, adding even more creativity and community to the Golden Hour experience. \n\n\n\n\n\nNew! Reserve a Table\n\nEnjoy premium outdoor seating near the entertainment. Reserve a table for 4 or 6 guests—available on select dates only and subject to limited availability. \n\n\nTable Reservation · Friday\, August 14\nTable Reservation · Friday\, August 21\nTable Reservation · Friday\, September 4\nTable Reservation · Friday\, September 11\nTable Reservation · Friday\, September 18\nTable Reservation · Friday\, September 25\n\n\n\n\n2026 Dates & Entertainment Lineup\nDates marked with (**) feature a Third Fridays Market. \n\n\n\n\nDate\nEntertainment Artist\nEvent Time\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 1\nLana White\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, May 8\nMulan Throneberry\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, May 15**\nClara Hopper\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, May 22\nAndrew’s Legend\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, May 29\nAndrew’s Legend\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, June 5\nAaron Anderson\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, June 12\nCheryl Llewellyn\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, June 19**\nTanya Harris\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, June 26\nAmber Schmidt\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, July 3\nAaron Anderson\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, July 10\nHew Tyler\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, July 17**\nAaron Anderson\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, July 24Friday\, July 31Friday\, August 7\nNo Golden Hour\nEnjoy our annualShakespeare in the Garden!\n\n\nFriday\, August 14\nNick Black\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, August 21**\nAaron Anderson\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, August 28\nMorgan Sloan\n5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, September 4\nTomas Gorrio\n5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, September 11\nSarah Ann\n5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, September 18\nEmma Klein\n5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\n\n\nFriday\, September 25\nAmber Schmidt\n5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden thrives through your support. Every program and event you enjoy helps fuel our conservation work and mission-driven initiatives. Thank you for helping us grow a greener\, more sustainable future. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/golden-hour-66/ LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Events,Golden Hour,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Golden-Hour-4-YxaQK9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000 DTSTAMP:20260822T082812Z CREATED:20260820T075812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T082812Z UID:10030849-1789750800-1789804800@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Family Campout DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\n\nTickets\n\nWe’re excited to bring back our Family Campout in the Garden for Fall 2026! \nNew to camping? Prefer a relaxing outdoor experience close to home? Join us for a fun and easy overnight adventure in the Garden. Enjoy a hot dog dinner\, roast s’mores over the fire\, and explore the Garden after dark on a guided night hike. \nBring your own flashlight\, tent\, sleeping bags\, pillows\, and lawn chairs\, and settle in for a memorable evening under the stars with your family. \nFor more details about the campout\, please view the document below. \nFamily-Campout-Quick-Facts\n\nCampout Ticket Pricing\n\n\nGarden Members\nPurchase Online In Advance \n\n\n$30 – Individual\n$60 – Family of 2\n$110 – Family of 4\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nNon-Members\nPurchase Online In Advance \n\n\n$50 – Individual\n$100 – Family of 2\n$180 – Family of 4\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n*Become a Huntsville Botanical Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \n\nCampout Schedule\nFriday Night \n\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m.\nArrival and tent setup\n\n\n6:30 p.m.\nDinner \n\n\n7:10 p.m.\nGuided night hikes and s’mores roasting\n\n\n9:00 p.m.\nOff to bed!\n\n\n\n\nSaturday Morning \n\n\n\n\n6:30 a.m.\nBreakfast\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nPack up and clean up\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nHead home!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/family-campout/ LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Events,Family Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Family-Campout-1-oXocRG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260822T082813Z CREATED:20260821T081314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T082813Z UID:10030861-1789927200-1789934400@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Autumn Equinox Concert DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\nTicketed Event\n\n\n\nGarden Member Tickets\nNot Yet Member Tickets\n\n\n\nWelcome Fall Through Music \nCelebrate the official arrival of autumn with an evening of live music beneath the stars at Huntsville Botanical Garden. The Autumn Equinox Concert features a live performance by Southern Strings\, bringing together classical and contemporary string music in the Garden’s beautiful open-air Amphitheatre. \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, settle in under the evening sky\, and enjoy a relaxing concert surrounded by the sights and sounds of the season. Whether you’re planning a date night\, an evening with friends\, or simply looking for a peaceful way to welcome fall\, this concert offers a memorable experience in one of the Garden’s most scenic settings. \nArrive early to enjoy seasonal offerings from Fern & Feast On-the-Go and visit the Garden Bar for beer\, wine\, cocktails\, non-alcoholic beverages\, and a featured fall-inspired signature cocktail. \n\nEvent Details\n\n5:30 pm – Ticket Scanning Begins\n6:00-8:00 pm – Concert (includes a brief intermission)\n\nSeating: Seating will be on the Amphitheatre’s concrete steps. Guests are welcome to bring cushions or blankets for added comfort. Lawn chairs are permitted but must be placed in the back row of the Amphitheatre or in the grassy areas surrounding the venue to ensure clear sightlines for all guests.  \nWeather: This event will be held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the concert will move indoors to the Isenberg Grand Hall. \nProgram Coming Soon… \n\nTickets\nPurchase your tickets online in advance to save. \n\n\n\n\nTicket\nPre-Sale\nDay Of\n\n\n\n\nGarden Member\n$20\n$25\n\n\nNot Yet Member\n$35\n$40\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of FestiFall\, presented by First Horizon Bank. \nFestiFall is Huntsville Botanical Garden’s annual celebration of the season\, transforming the Garden throughout September and October with festive experiences for all ages. Explore seasonal displays\, favorite traditions\, unique events\, and fresh reasons to visit all fall long. \n\nYour participation helps support Huntsville Botanical Garden’s mission\, conservation efforts\, and educational programs. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Thank you for supporting the Garden! \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/autumn-equinox-concert/ LOCATION:Amphitheater at Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave\, Huntsville\, Alabama\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Evening Events,Events,Festifall,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Autumnal-Equinox-Concert-wQ8GQX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260629T145235Z CREATED:20260629T145235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T145235Z UID:10028972-1790103600-1790109000@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:An Evening with Priya Parker DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome bestselling author and renowned speaker Priya Parker to Huntsville for an important community conversation about conflict — in the workplace\, at home\, and in groups of all kinds. She’ll talk to us about her new book\, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict\, in which she explains that disagreement can actually help groups flourish. Watch Priya Parker’s TED Talk HERE. \nBring your teams and groups — from businesses to nonprofits\, schools\, and more.\nBulk discounts for 8+ tickets are available. Reach out to us directly to receive the discount: lady@snailonthewall.com. \nJust as Priya Parker taught us to create meaningful\, memorable experiences for work and for play in her previous bestselling book\, The Art of Gathering\, here she will teach us how to have healthy conflicts that help forge long-lasting relationships in our lives. \nThis event is co-hosted by The Snail on the Wall bookstore Leadership Huntsville\, and Randolph School. \nTickets are $30 and include a copy of The Art of Fighting. Get Tickets Here. \nAbout The Art of Fighting:\nWe say we want community. Successful teams. High-performing colleagues and workplaces. Dynamic friend groups. In The Art of Fighting\, Priya Parker explains that we can’t form and grow effective relationships without a fight. She rejects the idea that conflict is abnormal or that good groups don’t fight. All groups change and evolve; indeed\, it’s because people disagree that good groups flourish. As she did in The Art of Gathering\, Parker draws on her experience\, research\, and real-world examples to show how people can identify disputes\, address them\, and decide what to do when they can’t be resolved. Conflict is a part of life\, and understanding it is more important than ever. \nAbout Priya Parker:\nPriya Parker is a facilitator\, strategic advisor\, and bestselling author. Trained in conflict resolution\, she has worked on race relations on American college campuses and on peace processes in the Arab world\, southern Africa\, and India. She studied organizational design at MIT\, public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School\, and political and social thought at the University of Virginia. She lives with her family in Brooklyn\, New York. URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/an-evening-with-priya-parker/ LOCATION:Thurber Arts Center/Randolph School @ 4909 Garth Road\, Huntsville\, AL\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Education,adult Events,Adult Events,Evening Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Parker_Square.png GEO:34.660866;-86.560608 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T193000 DTSTAMP:20260720T134823Z CREATED:20260720T134823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T134823Z UID:10029960-1792087200-1797363000@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Book Talk: Mollie Smith Waters\, Historic Resting Places of Alabama DESCRIPTION:Mollie Smith Waters is known to many as “That Cemetery Lady\,” and we are delighted to welcome her to hear about her new book\, Historic Resting Places of Alabama. Just days before Huntsville’s annual Cemetery Stroll\, come hear some fascinating stories and hidden histories from cemeteries across Alabama\, including our own Maple Hill Cemetery right here in Huntsville\, blocks away from the bookstore. \nTwo ticket options are available: \nGet Tickets HERE \n\nTicket with book: $27\nTicket only: $15\n\nAbout Historic Resting Places of Alabama:\nAlabama is full of old cemeteries\, and while they are places to pay respect for the departed\, they are also repositories of the beauty and history that capture the story of the state’s rich and diverse culture. Historic Resting Places of Alabama features cemeteries and graveyards throughout the state\, including Huntsville’s own Maple Hill. Historic Resting Places of Alabama explores funerary symbols\, unusual architecture\, fascinating history\, and moving stories about the final resting places of Alabama’s denizens. \nAbout Mollie Smith Waters:\nKnown online as That Cemetery Lady\, Mollie Smith Waters is a college instructor at Lurleen B. Wallace Community College in Greenville\, Alabama\, where she teaches American literature\, composition\, public speaking\, theater\, and humanities. When she is not teaching\, writing\, or presenting\, Waters works with animal rescue and is the proud pet mom of six dogs. She also enjoys hiking\, biking\, archery\, ultra racing\, and yoga. Waters is married and has a son\, daughter\, and granddaughter. URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/book-talk-mollie-smith-waters-historic-resting-places-of-alabama/ LOCATION:The Snail on the Wall\, 816 Wellman Avenue\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,Evening Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MollieSmithWaters_Square-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR