Fiddlers Convention, Huntsville Havoc + 28 more fabulous October events

October is a wonderful month to get out and about here in the Rocket City, and Huntsville has made sure to offer a copious number of fun October events happening all over town. Of course, we will have a plethora of Halloween-themed events coming in October, so stay tuned for a more Halloween-specific guide coming to soon!

From live music + sports to a bevy of fun festivals + markets, October is a fantastic month for events here in the Huntsville area.

Live music

Rock the South @ The Fields at Decatur

• What: Some of music’s biggest stars are coming to Decatur to bring a long weekend of music and fun to Decatur. The festival features Jason Aldean, Riley Green, Zach Top, Jessie Murph, Brantley Gilbert + more.
• When: October 1-4
• Cost: Single day tickets, $99; Weekend pass, $199
• Details

Zach Williams @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: Zach Williams is coming to Huntsville with Cochren & Co. + Christian Hohn as part of the “Revival Nights Tour.”
• When: Friday, October 2, 7PM
• Cost: $30
• Details

Five Finger Death Punch @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: This is an evening of high-energy music, compliments of platinum album artists Five Finger Death Punch, a band that has sold out shows all over the country.
• When: Wednesday, October 7, 6:30PM
• Cost: $70+
• Details

Paul Thorn @ The Princess Theatre

• What: Catch the soulful grooves of one of the must underrated singer-songwriters around. This a great live show if you have never seen Thorn in concert, and if you have, you know how special it is.
• When: Saturday, October 10, 7PM
• Cost: $40+
• Details

Phish @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Perhaps the most popular jam band on the planet will make a stop in Huntsville for two shows in October. These shows will sell out quickly, by the way.
• When: Saturday, October 10 + Sunday, October 11, 7PM
• Cost: TBA
• Details

The Doobie Brothers @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Another legendary rock and roll band is hitting the Orion stage on October. The Doobie Brothers return to Huntsville with their classic sound and amazing live show.
• When: Tuesday, October 13, 8PM
• Cost: $70+
• Details

Dwight Yoakam @ Sand Mountain Amphitheater

• What: Legendary country star Dwight Yoakam is headed to Albertville’s Sand Mountain Amphitheater with special guest Coleman Jennings.
• When: Friday, October 16, 7PM
• Cost: $60+
• Details

Rocket Sessions featuring The Grasstronauts @ U.S. Space & Rocket Center

• What: Don’t miss this monthly local live music series in the Rocket Park amphitheater (picnics welcome, beer + wine available for purchase), this month featuring The Grasstronauts.
• When: Saturday, October 17, 6PM
• Cost: $5 for non-members; free for members + kids ages 0-4
• Details

Lil Tracy @ Mars Music Hall

• What: Come out and catch this live performance from rapper Lil Tracy, one of hip-hop’s most popular touring acts of the year.
• When: Wednesday, October 28, 7PM
• Cost: $50+
• Details

Three Days Grace @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: With billions of streams, millions of album sales, and sold out arena tours across multiple continents, this multi-platinum Canadian band stops in Huntsville on their current tour.
• When: Friday, October 30, 7PM
• Cost: $60+
• Details

Shows + expos

Anime Town @ VBC South Hall

• What: Enjoy a star-studded celebrity voice actor guest list, an amazing artist alley, a packed vendor hall filled with your favorite anime figures and merch + a packed schedule full of panels, celebrity Q&A’s + more.
• When: Friday, October 2 3-8PM; Saturday, October 3, 10AM-7PM; Sunday, October 4, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Friday pass $22.55; Saturday pass $33.18; Sunday pass $22.45; weekend pass $53.38; VIP pass $108.18; Kids 4-15 $5.40
• Details

Rodney Carrington @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: Actor + comedian Rodney Carrington takes the state for a hilarious show that features stand-up comedy and original songs.
• When: Sunday, October 11, 7PM
• Cost: $35+
• Details

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ @ Sandra Moon Performing Arts Center

• What: Follow the story of Evan Hansen, a teenager forced by an unforeseen tragedy to start a new life with a new identity.
• When: October 16-24, 2026
• Cost: $25+
• Details

Jo Koy @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: Comedy Central veteran and touring stand-up comedian Jo Koy brings his hysterical stand-up show to the VBC.
• When: Sunday, October 18, 7:30PM
• Cost: $57+
• Details

Spellbound @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Enjoy fall at the Huntsville Botanical Garden, where guests slowly stroll + socialize after dark amid spooky + mysterious lighting, sounds + scenes.
• When: October 21-25 + October 28-31; 7PM
• Cost: Members: advanced tickets $12, day of $15; Non-members: advanced tickets $17, day of $25
• Details

‘HBC Unplugged’ @ The Dream Theatre

• What: Huntsville Ballet Company presents its annual interactive show featuring two performances—”Night Songs,” and “Beneath the October Moon,” each featuring music by Huntsville native Jackson Love—with a chance for the audience to have a Q+A session with the dancers.
• When: October 23-25, 2026
• Cost: $25+
• Details

Festivals + parties

59th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention @ Athens State

• What: In what has become one of the Tennessee Valley’s most popular music events, the Old Time Fiddlers Convention brings roughly 200 contestants and an estimated 10,000+ folk music fans to the grounds of historic Athens State University.
• When: September 30-October 3
• Cost: $20 day passes; $30 for 3-day pass
• Details

Biergarten @ The U.S. Space & Rocket Center

• What: This is the last month of the year for this fun event featuring live music, authentic German food + brews under the Saturn V.
• When: Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 5-7:30PM
• Cost: Free (food + drink available for purchase)
• Details

Fall for All @ Big Spring Park

• What: From classic carnival-style games to festive activities for the whole family, Fall for All is designed to bring the community together for a day of seasonal fun.
• When: Saturday, October 3, 10AM-1PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Madison Street Festival @ Downtown Madison

• What: For 40+ years, this festival has featured the local food, music and art that defines Madison. This free event features food, live music, children’s events, a parade and more.
• When: Saturday, October 3, 9AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

ShoalsFest @ McFarland Park

• What: What has become one of the best music festivals in the South is back in Florence this year featuring Jason Isbell, Drive-By Truckers, Jeff Tweedy and more!
• When: Saturday, October 3 + Sunday, October 4, 3PM
• Cost: Single day, $100, weekend pass $150, kids under 12 free
• Details

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival @ Southside Park

• What: This annual community event brings together great bluegrass music, delicious food and a fun fall afternoon in South Huntsville.
• When: Saturday, October 10, 1-7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

River Clay Fine Arts Festival @ Downtown Decatur

• What: The juried fine arts festival includes an artist market featuring local and national artists, children’s art activities, student art exhibits and more.
• When: Friday, October 23, Saturday, October 24, 9AM-5PM; Sunday, October 25, 10AM-4PM
• Cost: $5 festival admission; $60 for River Clay Rendezvous Preview Party
• Details

Sports + fitness

Alabama A&M football @ Louis Crews Stadium

• What: Alabama A&M will play two home games in October, including Homecoming Oct. 17 against Grambling State.
• When: Saturday, October 10, 6PM; Saturday, October 17, 2PM
• Cost: $25+
• Details

University of North Alabama football @ Bank Independent Stadium

• What: UNA also plays two home games in October, including Homecoming against Austin Peay on the 24th.
• When: Saturday, October 17, 6PM; Saturday, October 24, 6PM
• Cost: $22+
• Details

Huntsville Havoc hockey @ Propst Arena

• What: The Huntsville Havoc are back for the 2026-2027 season, ready to bring home a Southern Professional Hockey League title. The home opener is October 23.
• When: Friday, October 23 + Saturday, October 31, 7PM
• Cost: $18+
• Details

Markets + more

Huntsville Flea Market @ Cherries

• What: Browse vintage clothing, records, artwork, home goods and more from local vendors.
• When: Saturday, October 3, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Outdoor Market @ Lowe Mill

• What: Vendors from all over the area will present their finest products at this fun outdoor market. You will find one-of-a-kind items here sold by unique makers.
• When: Saturday, October 3, October 10, October 17 + October 24, 11AM-4PM
• Cost:
• Details

Records + Retro @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Presented by Vertical House Records, visitors are invited to shop a multitude of vendors featuring LPs, 45s, retro music equipment, cassettes, CDs, VHS, video games, books, clothing, furniture, collectibles + more.
• When: Sunday, October 4, 11AM-5PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

The Moonlight Market @ Downtown Huntsville

• What: Shop local vendors, explore downtown shops + restaurants and have a fabulous night in Downtown Huntsville!
• When: Friday, October 9, 5:30-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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