Heart, Havoc + more cool stuff to do this weekend in Huntsville

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Catch Heart at the VBC. (“Ann Wilson performing at Creekstock, 2000” by Seattle Municipal Archives is licensed under CC BY 2.0)

It’s almost weekend time, Huntsville! And we have a wide array of stuff happening in and around town: Some fabulous live music, sports, a wedding expo, college baseball and more!

Live music

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Celebrate Microwave Dave at the Tip Top. (Michael Seale / Hville Blasr)

Tyler AK @ Stovehouse

  • What: Don’t miss the super-talented local artist, Tyler AK playing some of your favorite tunes at Stovehouse Friday night.
  • When: Friday, 6:30PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

Electric Avenue: The 80s MTV Experience @ Mars Music Hall

  • What: Spray some Aquanet on your hair, put on a pair of parachute pants and get out to Mars Music Hall for the ultimate 80s music experience!
  • When: Friday, 7:30PM
  • Cost: $25
  • Details

Huntsville Symphony Orchestra presents ‘The Comedians’ @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

  • What: This edition of HSO’s Young People’s Concert Series is a collaboration with Huntsville M.E.T. to introduce children to the magic of live performance in a fun and memorable way.
  • When: Saturday, 11AM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

Celebration Jam for Microwave Dave @ Tip Top Cafe

  • What: Jim Parker, Alan Little, Russell Gulley, James Irvin, Otis Walker, Jason and Dawn, Mike Roberts, Charlie Howell, Rob Malone, Michael Goldsmith and more local musicians celebrate the life of legendary Huntsville musician Microwave Dave .
  • When: Sunday, 4PM
  • Cost: All donations go to the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation
  • Details

Heart @ Propst Arena

  • What: “Dreamboat Annie,” “Magic Man,” Crazy on You,” “Dreams,” the list of classic songs these rockers have released is long. And you can see them live on Sunday.
  • When: Sunday, 8PM
  • Cost: $70+
  • Details

Sports

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UAH baseball is underway! (Michael Seale / Hville Blast)

Huntsville Havoc vs Macon Mayhem @ Propst Arena

  • What: Your Huntsville Havoc will host Macon for two games this weekend. Friday night’s game is “Pickleball Night,” and Saturday is “Great Outdoors Night.”
  • When: Friday and Saturday, 7:30PM
  • Cost: $15+
  • Details

UAH Baseball vs. Lee University @ Charger Park

  • What: That’s right, Charger baseball is back! UAH takes on Lee for three games this weekend.
  • When: Friday, 2PM; Saturday (doubleheader) 12PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

NASA Volleyball Bash @ VBC South Hall

  • What: This is North Alabama’s largest club volleyball competition, part of the JVA Challenge Series. If you enjoy highly competitive volleyball, this is for you!
  • When: Saturday and Sunday, 10AM
  • Cost: $15
  • Details

Shows + expos

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Come out to Huntsville Botanical Garden for their Wedding Expo. (Hville Blast)

2026 Fanfare Quilt Show @ VBC East Hall

  • What: This event features more than 200 quilts on display, vendors, special exhibits, demonstrations and lectures, judge’s program and much more!
  • When: Friday, 10AM-6PM; Saturday, 10AM-5PM
  • Cost: Adults, $10, children under 12, Free
  • Details

Joe Machi @ Levity Live

  • What: Since taking 4th place on Last Comic Standing’s 8th season, Joe Machi has been busy touring the United States as a headlining stand-up comedian.
  • When: Friday, 7PM, 9:15PM; Saturday, 6:30PM, 8:45PM
  • Cost: $30
  • Details

Meet the Maker: Leigh Ann Edmonds @ Lowe Mill

  • What: Learn about Leigh Ann Edmonds and her wonderful exhibit “The Memory Wall” on display at Lowe Mill.
  • When: Saturday, 6-7PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

2026 Wedding Expo @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

  • What: Wherever you are in the wedding planning process, this is an event for you, connecting you with the region’s best wedding professionals and vendors.
  • When: Sunday, 12-4PM
  • Cost: $30
  • Details

John Mulaney @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

  • What: Emmy-winning actor and comedian John Mulaney makes a stop in the Rocket City on his “Mister Whatever” tour.
  • When: Sunday, 7PM
  • Cost: $90
  • Details

Markets + parties

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Catch Sunday Game Night at Maggie Meyers Irish Pub. (Maggie Meyers)

African American Art Festival @ Dr. Robert Shirley Legacy Center

  • What: Join Parks & Recreation for an inspiring display celebrating Black History Month and works from local African American artists for all ages to enjoy.
  • When: Saturday, 10AM-6PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

Annual Chili Cook-off @ Isom’s Chapel

  • What: Come out to Isom’s Chapel in Athens for a fun and delicious good time. In addition to some of the best chili in the South, this event includes a gym and playground for the kids and more family fun.
  • When: Sunday, 12PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

Sunday Game Night @ Maggie Meyers

  • What: Bring your console, your card games, board games or whatever you like to play and head to Maggie Meyers Irish Pub for Sunday Game Night!
  • When: Sunday, 7PM
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

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