Fireworks, music + more exciting events this weekend in Huntsville

For many folks, there’s a 3-day weekend ahead, with Independence Day falling on Friday this year. Not only do we have several 4th of July events to tell you about, but some other cool stuff is happening around town as well.

Fireworks + 4th of July parties

1. Independence Day Celebration @ MidCity

• What: Experience a whole weekend of celebration in Huntsville’s MidCity District. Festivities include food trucks, live music, face painting, the famous watermelon carving contest and a Friday fireworks show.
• When: Fireworks are Friday, July 4 starting at 9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

2. Trash Pandas 4th of July Festival @ Toyota Field

• What: Join the Trash Pandas for a festival on Independence Day, culminating with a July 4th fireworks display. There will be games for the kids, food, face painting, snow cones, cotton candy, live music and the Trash Pandas game at Knoxville playing on the video board.
• When: July 4, 5-9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

3. 4th of July Celebration @ Village of Providence

• What: Meet at the green space in the Village of Providence with music food, games and a fireworks show.
• When: July 4, 6-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

4. Spirit of America Festival @ Point Mallard

• What: Head to Point Mallard in Decatur and enjoy live music, more than 100 arts and craft vendors, dozens of food trucks, a corn hole tournament, hot dog eating contest and a fireworks show to close out the night.
• When: Festival starts at 1:30PM, fireworks at 9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

5. Red, White & BOOM! @ Athens Sports Complex

• What: Have a “Blast” in Athens with live music (Battle of the Bands), food trucks, local vendors and a fabulous fireworks show to end the night.
• When: July 4, 11AM-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Live music

6. The Snake Doctors @ St. Stephens Music Hall

• What: Come out and see Huntsville’s own Snake Doctors, a unique blend of Southern rock, blues, soul, country and funk.
• When: July 4, 9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

7. Wild Life in the Working Class @ Furniture Factory Bar and Grill

• What: The premier 80s tribute band in town is playing a 4th of July show on the patio at Furniture Factory.
• When: July 4, 8PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

8. The Otis Walker Band @ Stovehouse

• What: Check out the super-talented Otis Walker Band at this free show at Stovehouse Saturday night.
• When: July 5, 7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

9. Art After Hours Summer Concert Series @ Downtown Athens

• What: Right outside the Limestone County Courthouse, enjoy a live show from JED-eye and the Rocket City Startlets.
• When: July 5, 5-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

10. Quantaphonics @ St. Stephens Music Hall

• What: This local R&B superstar band is playing a show Saturday night at St. Stephens.
• When: July 5, 9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Parties, shows + markets

11. Poké Fest @ Embassy Suites

• What: Celebrate all things Pokemon at this epic family-friendly event, featuring 100+ vendor tables, games for the kids, appearances by Pokemon characters, chances to win cash prizes to spend with vendors at the show and more.
• When: July 5-6, 10AM-6PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

12. Butterfly Release @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Guests of all ages will enjoy sharing in the magic of safely releasing live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House.
• When: June 28, 10AM
• Cost: $8+
• Details

13. Madison City Farmers Market @ Trinity Baptist Church

• What: Shop for fresh local produce from vendors all over North Alabama. Grab some peaches, strawberries, tomatoes and more at this weekly market.
• When: July 5, 8AM-12PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

14. Outdoor Market @ Lowe Mill

• What: Browse tons of local vendors and makers at Huntsville’s eclectic Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment.
• When: June 28, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. Athens Farmers Market @ Doug Gates Park

• What: One of the best farmers markets in North Alabama, the Athens staple includes a vast array of vendors, makers and local farms.
• When: July 5, 8AM-12PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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