Holiday season is officially in full swing here in Huntsville, and there are some festive events going on this weekend! Whether you’re looking for a festive family outing or a night full of dancing, we’ve got you covered!

Check out these 17 events happening in the Rocket City, including seven FREE options👇

Hosting an event? Add your event to our FREE calendar here. Email hello@hvilleblast.com for paid advertising options.

Friday, November 13

Galaxy of Lights @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• ✨ One of Huntsville’s most beloved holiday events is back this weekend at Huntsville Botanical Garden. Explore the beautiful grounds while admiring millions of dazzling lights
• 🎟️ Members: $18 | Children of Members: $11 | Non-members: $21 | Children of non-members: $13
• 🗓️ 4:30-8:45PM
• 📍4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW
• 🔗 Details

Merry & Bright @ Bridge Street Town Centre

• ✨ Bridge Street’s iconic Christmas tree is returning this Friday, with a special tree lighting ceremony! Kick off the holiday season with face painting, snow flurries, holiday crafts + photo opportunities with Santa, Mrs. Claus + the Grinch
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 6-8PM
• 📍365 The Bridge Street Northwest
• 🔗 Details

I Love R&B @ The Electric Belle

• ✨ Swing, sway + vibe all night at the ultimate R&B experience! Expect a party full of 90s throwbacks, Y2K favorites + today’s smoothest hits
• 🎟️ $32+
• 🗓️ Doors: 8PM | Show starts: 9PM
• 📍3414 Governors Dr SW Ste 310
• 🔗 Details

Drive 4 Ur Community Fundraiser @ Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex

• ✨ Take a test drive with Woody Anderson Ford, where all benefits will be going to the Special Olympics of Madison County. Each test drive sends $30 to the Special Olympics of Madison County
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 8AM-4PM
• 📍2151 Jaycee Wy
• 🔗 Details

Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley @ VBC Playhouse

• ✨ Theatre Huntsville’s Christmas-themed show is opening this Friday, with shows continuing each weekend until November 22. Don’t miss your opportunity to see a Pride and Prejudice retelling centered around Georgiana Darcy and Kitty Bennett
• 🎟️ $26+
• 🗓️ 7:30PM
• 📍700 Monroe St SW
• 🔗 Details

Nightmare Before Thanksgiving: Cover Gurlz! @ Lipz Lounge

• ✨ Swing by Lipz Lounge in Campus 805 for a night full of entertainment from some of Huntsville’s most iconic drag queens. Stick around after the show to have your own moment in the spotlight with some free karaoke
• 🎟️ Cover: $10
• 🗓️ 8PM
• 📍2610 Clinton Ave W
• 🔗 Details

Saturday, November 14

Nightmare on Monroe Street: Huntsville Havoc @ Propst Arena

• ✨ Hville Blast is proudly partnering with the Huntsville Havoc this Saturday at their annual Nightmare on Monroe Street game! Come out to meet our team + cheer on our city as they compete against the Knoxville Ice Bears
• 🎟️ $25+
• 🗓️ 7PM
• 📍700 Monroe St SW
• 🔗 Details

Home for the Holidays @ The Residences at Front Row

• ✨ Kick off the holiday season with guided tours, a holiday market, food trucks, artist booths + holiday music at the Residences at Front Row
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 12PM-5PM
• 📍 2 Front Row Blvd

Turkey Drive Thru Event @ Redstone FCU

• ✨ Redstone FCU + One Generation Away are giving out 750 FREE Thanksgiving meals to the community! Pro tip: Get there early as it is a first-come, first-served basis
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 9AM
• 📍220 Wynn Dr NW
• 🔗 Details

Golden Retriever Meetup @ PAWMS Madison

• ✨ Calling all goldens! PAWMS Pet Resort in Madison is hosting a FREE golden retriever meetup in their massive daycare yard
  • NOTE: All dogs must be socialized, neutered + vaccinated to attend
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 11AM-12PM
• 📍102 Gin Oak Ct, Madison
• 🔗 Details

Mom Prom @ The Royal, Stovehouse

• ✨ This charity event hosted by PJR Collective is bringing together all ladies (non-moms included!) for a night of dancing, community + fun prizes! Admission includes access to silent auctions, door prizes + a free drink voucher
• 🎟️ $75
• 🗓️ 7-11PM
• 📍3414 Governors Dr SW
• 🔗 Details

Cornhole Tournament @ Back Forty Brewing

• ✨ Bandits Hockey Club is hosting a fundraiser for their non-profit organization that will be full of competition, brews + community! Swing by to participate or cheer on the competing teams
• 🎟️ $50 per team
• 🗓️ 10:30AM
• 📍3254 Leeman Ferry Rd SW
• 🔗 Details

Texas Southern @ Alabama A&M

• ✨ Our AAMU Bulldogs are facing off against the Texas Southern Tigers this weekend for what is sure to be an exciting game. This game will serve as this season’s Senior Day + Military Appreciation Day
• 🎟️ $35+
• 🗓️ 2PM
• 📍4900 Meridian St N
• 🔗 Details

Holiday on Gates Christmas Market @ Alabama Constitution Hall Park

• ✨ Constitution Hall Park is transforming into a charming Christmas market this Saturday for a fun night of holiday cheer! Browse handmade goods, grub on festive food, sip on Piper & Leaf drinks and enjoy the ambience while listening to classic seasonal tunes
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 2-8PM
• 📍109 Gates Ave SE
• 🔗 Details

Sunday, November 15

HOWLiday PAWgeant @ Rocket City Dog Bar

• ✨ Dress up your furry friend + come out to the most adorable pageant in town this Sunday at the Rocket City Dog Bar. There will be local dog-friendly vendors, raffles + exciting prizes for the top three contestants. All benefits will go towards Notorious D.O.G Rescue
• 🎟️ $10 entry fee per pup
• 🗓️ 1-3PM
• 📍2404 Clinton Ave W
• 🔗 Details

Carols & Cheer @ Harrison Brothers

• ✨ The Huntsville Master Chorale will be performing festive favorites right outside of the Harrison Brothers Hardware Store in Downtown Huntsville. Stop by to sing along + shop local
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ 2-4PM
• 📍124 Southside Square
• 🔗 Details

Out Loud Open Mic Night @ Straight to Ale

• ✨ Out Loud Huntsville is hosting a 20-spot open mic night this Sunday at the Straight to Ale Speakeasy in Campus 805. Read your poetry out loud to a live audience, then submit it to be published in their annual anthology
• 🎟️ FREE
• 🗓️ Doors: 6PM | Show: 6:30PM
• 📍2610 Clinton Ave W
• 🔗 Details

Sensory-Friendly Sundays @ EarlyWorks Children’s Museum

• ✨ On the third Sunday of each month, EarlyWorks hosts a low-key event for children with neurodivergency or sensory sensitivities. Explore this hands-on museum with limited noise, dimmed lighting + sensory kits designed to make all kids feel welcome 
  • NOTE: All tickets must be purchased in advance
• 🎟️ Members: FREE | Nonmembers: $12
• 🗓️ 9AM-11AM
• 📍404 Madison St SE
• 🔗 Details

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