Happy weekend, Huntsville: 15 events for you to enjoy

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Downtown Huntsville, Alabama
There are plenty of exciting events happening this weekend in Huntsville. (Jacob Blankenship / Hville Blast)

Congratulations, we’ve made it to the end of the week!

Here are 15 ways to celebrate.

Thursday events

Alton Brown: Last Bite tour at the VBC

Alton Brown’s farewell tour is making its stop in Huntsville this Thursday, March 6.

Grab tickets at the link below.

  • Where: 700 Monroe Street Huntsville, Alabama 35801
  • When: Thursday, March 6 at 7:30PM
  • Tickets

Friday events

The Wizard of Oz presented by Around the Curtain Children’s Theatre

Follow the yellow brick road.

The beloved classic is being put on this weekend by Around the Curtain Children’s Theatre. Make sure to grab tickets before they sell out!

  • Where: 10300 Bailey Cove Rd SE Suite 7, Huntsville, AL 35803
  • When: Friday, March 7 at 6PM / Saturday, March 8 at 10AM / Sunday, March 9 at 6PM
  • Tickets

Paint your Partner at Lowe Mill

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Painting with a friend is always more fun. (Stephanie Weaver Art)

Grab a friend or your partner and head down to Stephanie Weaver’s studio for a fun and artsy way to spend your Friday night.

  • Where: 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805 studio #270
  • When: Friday, March 7 from 5-6:30PM
  • Tickets: $45 per couple

Cocktails & Cosmos at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center

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The INTUITIVE Planetarium is truly one of a kind. (U.S. Space & Rocket Center)

Indulge while you learn.

Cocktails & Cosmos is a weekly event at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center where you can sip on handcrafted, themed cocktails as you watch a video in the INTUITIVE Planetarium.

  • Where: One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805-3399
  • When: Friday, March 7; doors at 6:15PM, event at 7PM
  • Tickets: Adults: $17 | Children: $14 | Members: $12

Michael W. Smith & Chandler Moore: One Night / Two Pianos at Mars Music Hall

Michael W. Smith and Chandler Moore are bringing their all for a fun and moving night of worship at the Mars Music Hall.

  • Where: 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, Alabama 35801
  • When: Friday, March 7 at 7:30PM
  • Tickets

Disco Night at the Electric Belle

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The Electric Belle is a great pick for a fun night out. (The Electric Belle / Facebook)

Get groovy.

The Electric Belle at Stovehouse is hosting a Disco Night dance party this Friday. Grab a friend and your boogie shoes and dance the night away!

  • Where: 3414 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • When: Friday, March 7 from 8-11:30PM
  • How much: FREE

Saturday events

The Market at Leigh Acres

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Who knows what you’ll find. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

Shop til you drop.

Local farm and event space Leigh Acres is hosting an antique market this Saturday.

  • Where: 5655 Maysville Road, New Market, AL
  • When: Saturday, March 8 from 8AM-2PM

Rocket City Junk Fest at University Pickers

University Pickers is hosting the Rocket City Junk Fest this Saturday.

Shop from dozens of vendors, enjoy live music and snag a treat from a food truck.

  • Where: 3405 Triana Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • When: Saturday, March 8 from 9AM-4PM

Brunchella: a Celebration of Women at the Orion Amphitheater

The Women’s Expo Huntsville is hosting Brunchella in honor of International Women’s Day.

The event will feature several talks from women eager to share their experience, a fashion show and shopping opportunities from local vendors. All are welcome to this powerful event!

  • Where: 701 Amphitheater Drive, Huntsville, AL
  • When: Saturday, March 8 at 11AM
  • Tickets: $15 per person

AM Collective Spring clothing swap

Time for Spring cleaning.

This Saturday at AM Collective, bring old clothes and swap them for new ones in a fun setting.

  • Where: 7914 Memorial Pkwy SW Suite B-9, Huntsville, AL
  • When: Saturday, March 8 from 11AM-6PM

Rocket City Dog Bar pop-up market

Let the dogs out!

Head to Huntsville’s first combo bar and dog park and grab a beer as you enjoy a fun afternoon of shopping among local vendors.

  • Where: 2404 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville AL 35801
  • When: Saturday, March 8 from 2-8PM

Murder at the Golden Petal Awards: A Theatrical Whodunnit Mystery Dinner at the Huntsville Botanical Garden

Ever wanted to find yourself embroiled in a night of mystery, drama and suspense?

Join the Blue Melody Dinner Theater this Saturday at the Huntsville Botanical Gardens for a night you won’t forget. It’ll be killer!

  • Where: 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • When: Saturday, March 7 from 7-9:30PM
  • Tickets: Garden members, $70; non-Garden members, $85

Muscle Shoals Meets the 80s at The Princess Theatre

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The Princess Theatre has been a Decatur staple for over a century. (Princess Theatre via Facebook)

Step back in time as you listen to local artists play the best songs of the 80s at the Princess Theatre.

  • Where: 112 Second Avenue NE, Decatur, AL 35601
  • When: Saturday, March 8 at 7PM
  • Tickets

Ole 60 at Mars Music Hall

Country favorite Ole 60 is in town this Saturday at Mars Music Hall.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or looking for a fun show to attend, it won’t disappoint.

  • Where: 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • When: Saturday, March 8 at 7:30PM
  • Tickets

Music Bingo: Grunge Night at Yellowhammer Brewing

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Yellowhammer Brewing is iconic in Huntsville. (Amelia Brodowski / Hville Blast)

Come as you are.

Yellowhammer is hosting a Grunge Bingo Night at Campus 805 with prizes available to winners.

  • Where: 2600 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • When: Saturday, March 8 at 9PM
  • How much: FREE to play

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Amelia Brodowski
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