Here are 22 cool things happening in Huntsville in September

August is about halfway over, believe it or not. And as we look toward September, we should look at the fun stuff going on in and around the Huntsville area throughout the month.

We have concerts, expos, sports, shows and more heading our way.

Live music

1. Launchpad 2025 @ Big Spring Park

• What: Enjoy three nights of free local live music in Big Spring Park as the Huntsville Music Office kicks off Huntsville Music Month.
• When: Friday, September 5-Thursday, September 7
• Cost: $60+
• Details

2. Three Dog Night/Little River Band @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Some great songs came from these two iconic bands, and they will both take the stage at The Orion.
• When: Saturday, September 6, 7PM
• Cost: $45+
• Details

3. Leela James @ Mars Music Hall

• What: R&B superstar Leela James, a SoulTracks Female Artist of the Year winner, makes her way to the Rocket City in September.
• When: Friday, September 19, 7PM
• Cost: $45
• Details

4. Melissa Etheridge/Indigo Girls @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Singer/songwriting legends Melissa Etheridge and The Indigo Girls take the stage for a wonderful evening of great tunes and good vibes.
• When: Saturday, September 20, 7PM
• Cost: $70
• Details

5. Blink-182 @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Blink-182 is in town this fall for their “Missionary: Impossible Tour.”
• When: Monday, September 22, 7PM
• Cost: $71+
• Details

6. Lil Wayne @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: The five-time Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum rap icon comes to Huntsville for the first time.
• When: Wednesday, September 24, 7PM
• Cost: $75+
• Details

Sports + Fitness

7. Rocket City Pickleball Labor Day Classic @ Rocket City Pickleball Club

• What: Mark your calendars for an action-packed weekend of pickleball fun, whether you want to play in the tournament or just watch the action.
• When: Saturday, August 30-Monday, September 1
• Cost: $45
• Details

8. Alabama A&M football @ Lewis Crews Stadium

• What: Alabama A&M hosts Alcorn State and Bethune-Cookman at home.
• When: Alcorn State, Saturday, September 6, 6PM; Bethune-Cookman, Saturday, September 27, 2PM
• Cost: $16+
• Details

9. Trash Pandas vs. Lookouts @ Toyota Field

• What: The Rocket City Trash Pandas finish up their 2025 season in September with a home series against Chattanooga.
• When: Tuesday-Saturday, September 9-13, 6:35PM; Sunday, September 14, 1:05PM
• Cost: $12+
• Details

10. Tennessee Valley Hunting + Fishing Expo @ VBC South Hall

• What: Enjoy the ultimate outdoor sporting expo at the VBC. Guests can enjoy 100’s of door prizes, “Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel,” product demonstrations and more.
• When: Friday, September 12, 3-8PM; Saturday, September 13, 9AM-8PM; Sunday, September 14, 10AM-5PM
• Cost: $15
• Details

11. Huntsville City FC @ Joe Davis Stadium

• What: Your Huntsville City FC has two home game in September as they close out the season.
• When: September 13, 7PM; September 28, 7PM
• Cost: $12+
• Details

Parties + shows

12. Bingo Loco @ Mars Music Hall

• What: This is a new twist on bingo, with a full-blown party rave with DJs, dance-offs, lip-sync battles, confetti showers and wild prizes you won’t believe.
• When: Saturday, September 6, 9:30PM
• Cost: $45
• Details

13. Brad Williams @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: Brad Williams, one of the country’s hottest comedians, brings his “Growth Spurt Tour” to the Von Braun Center.
• When: Saturday, September 13, 7PM
• Cost: $45+
• Details

14. Hops + Harvest @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Celebrate the flavors of fall at this festive outdoor evening that blends seasonal charm with the energy of live music, local craft beer and good company.
• When: Saturday, September 13, 4-7PM
• Cost: Free for members, $20 for non-members
• Details

15. 28th Annual Oktoberfest @ Redstone Arsenal

• What: This events has become a much-anticipated tradition here in the Rocket City, featuring a carnival with German flare and tons of family fun.
• When: Friday, September 19-Sunday, September 21
• Cost: Free
• Details

16. Carlos Mencia @ Levity Live

• What: Veteran comedian Carlos Mencia makes his way to the Rocket City for three shows at Levity Live.
• When: Thursday, September 25, 7PM; Friday, September 26, 7PM; Saturday, September 27, 6:30PM
• Cost: $33
• Details

Markets + expos

17. Market at the Garden @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Join Huntsville Botanical Garden for a seasonal, open-air shopping experience featuring local vendors, handmade goods and home-grown products.
• When: Wednesday, September 3, 5-7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

18. Huntsville’s Downtown Vintage Market @ Downtown Huntsville

• What: Spend the day exploring 60 vintage vendors offering everything from timeless clothing and home décor to rare collectibles.
• When: Saturday, September 6, 11AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

19. Sip & Salsa @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Shop local vendors, listen to live music and learn salsa from Baila Huntsville at this month’s Sip & Stroll.
• When: Tuesday, September 9, 5-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

20. Food Truck Rally @ Big Spring Park

• What: Visit a huge variety of local food trucks in the setting of Big Spring Park, featuring live music, cool vendors and more.
• When: Friday, September 19, 5:30-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Outdoors + more

21. Birding 101 Walk @ Hays Nature Preserve

• What: Join Tennessee Valley Audubon for a Birding 101 walk at Hays Nature Preserve on National Public Lands Day.
• When: Saturday, September 27, 7:30-9:30AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

22. Senior Saunter @ Hickory Cove

• What: Join hike leader Lynne Weninegar on a leisurely hike through Hickory Cove Nature Preserve.
• When: Sunday, September 28, 2PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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