Here are 15 cool events you should check out this weekend in the Rocket City
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This weekend is a holiday weekend, so you shouldn’t have to look far for fun stuff to do in and around Huntsville. Obviously, college football starts this weekend so some of you may be parked in front of the TV at some point or another Saturday, but there’s plenty to do when you do get out of the house.
Here are some suggestions:
1. Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Tennessee Smokies
The Trash Pandas host the Tennessee Smokies for all weekend. Friday and Saturday night’s games will be followed by fireworks, and the Sunday afternoon game includes a camo blanket giveaway.
- When: Aug. 30-31 6:30PM, Sept. 1, 5:30PM
- Where: Toyota Field, 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, AL 35758
- More info
2. Dad Party at Straight to Ale
Whether you’re a dad, know a dad, or just love dad humor, this party is for everyone — there’s a dad joke contest, “Dad-rock” karaoke and more cool “dad” events.
- When: Aug. 30, 7PM
- Where: Straight to Ale, 2610 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
3. Madison Farmers Market
Get yourself some fresh produce, baked goods, sweet treats and other locally made/grown goods at the Madison City Farmers Market.
- When: Aug. 31, 8AM
- Where: 1088 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758
- More info
4. 5th Annual Rock-It City Bonspiel
Curling is one of the fastest-growing Olympic sports in the country, and the Rocket City Curling Club is Alabama’s first and largest curling league. Come out and see this Bonspiel and learn more about this fabulous sport.
- When: Aug. 31, 9AM-12PM
- Where: Huntsville Ice Sports Center, 3185 Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
- More info
5. Outdoor Market at Lowe Mill
Dozens of local makers will be on hand at Lowe Mill Saturday for the Outdoor Market, featuring arts and crafts of all kinds, gifts, trinkets, clothing and more.
- When: Aug. 31, 11AM-4PM
- Where: Lowe Mill, 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
6. Rocket City Mimosa Fest
Who doesn’t love a mimosa? Well, celebrate this refreshing beverage at The Camp Saturday while listening to 10 different DJs, enjoying some good food and a pleasant atmosphere.
- When: Aug, 31, 12PM
- Where: The Camp, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
7. OktobeeZrfest
Head to BeeZr and enjoy live music, German craft beer and delicious food throughout the day in Downtown Huntsville.
- When: Aug. 31, 2-10PM
- Where: 109 North Side Square, Huntsville, AL 35801
- More info
8. Clinton Row 10th Anniversary
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the shops at Clinton Row downtown, with the opening of the new art gallery, new shops and more.
- When: Aug. 31, 5-7PM
- Where: Clinton Row, 101 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
9. Tipper + Friends
Come out to the Orion Amphitheater this weekend for one of the final Tipper tours, featuring their first (mostly seated) event format since prior to the pandemic — following the familiar recipe of Friday Bangers/ Saturday Downtempo/Sunday Ambient.
- When: Aug, 30-Sept. 1, 5:30PM
- Where: Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
- More info
10. The Tavern Preachers
The Tavern Preachers are a North Alabama based southern rock band that started playing together in January of 2022. The band plays a mix of country, southern rock, soul and blues.
- When: Aug. 31, 7PM
- Where: Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
11. 80s Dance Party
Put on your parachute pants, spray that hair and re-live the wild 1980s at the Prohibition 80s Dance Party.
- When: Aug. 31, 10PM-1AM
- Where: Prohibition Rooftop Bat & Grill, 100 Moon Shot Dr Suite 120, Madison, AL 35758
- More info
12. 17th Annual Caribbean Day
John Hunt Park is the site of the 17th Annual Caribbean Day, featuring live music, local vendors, a petting zoo, fun kids activities and more.
- When: Sept. 1, 11AM
- Where: John Hunt Park, 2195 Jaycee Wy, Huntsville, AL 35801
- More info
13. The Market at MidCity
Browse local vendors, listen to some live music, eat some food from a local food truck and get in some great people-watching at MidCity.
- When: Sept. 1, 12PM
- Where: The Camp, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- More info
14. Jazz in the Park
The Jazz in the Park series begins this weekend, with a performance Sunday from Jackiem Joyner.
- When: Sept. 1, 5PM
- Where: Big Spring Park, 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
- More info
15. Verbal Liquid Poetry Lounge
Enjoy a soulful poetic night of spoken word and open mic with live band at The Hideaway Bar & Grill.
- When: Sept. 1, 7PM
- Where: Hideaway Bar & Grill, 3228 Lodge Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
- More info
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