Les Miserables, Avett Bros. + more exciting weekend events here in the Rocket City

Get ready for the weekend, folks! We have some cool stuff happening here in the Rocket City, including some great live music, theater, markets and more.

Live Music

1. Concerts on the Dock @ Lowe Mill

• What: Enjoy the this free outdoor show at Lowe Mill under the water tower. This week, the Sternwheelers take the stage (well, the dock).
• When: May 9, 6PM
• Cost: Free (parking is $10)
• Details

2. Red Flags @ The Lumberyard

• What: Huntsville’s newest local band (full of seasoned Rocket City musical vets) plays a show at the Lumberyard before opening for the Avett Brothers Saturday night.
• When: May 9, 9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

3. Rocky Mountain High Experience @ Mars Music Hall

• What: This amazing John Denver tribute band will take you back, with the songs you know and love from this iconic singer/songwriter.
• When: May 9, 7:30PM
• Cost: $60
• Details

4. Avett Brothers @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Don’t miss the award-winning Avett Brothers, whose live shows have sold out all over the world over the last decade.
• When: May 10, 7PM
• Cost: $35+
• Details

5. Staind + Breaking Benjamin @ Propst Arena

• What: The Awaken the Fallen Tour from these two uber-popular bands is making its way to Propst Arena this weekend.
• When: May 11, 5:45PM
• Cost: $45+
• Details

Theater + shows

6. Les Miserables @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: The most popular musical of our time, Les Miserables has been on one of the longest runs in Broadway history. Don’t miss this performance at the VBC this weekend.
• When: May 9-11
• Cost: $60+
• Details

7. A Wrinkle in Time @ VBC Playhouse

• What:  Walk through the vortex of this fantastical adventure traveling through time and space as Fantasy Playhouse presents the popular kids sci-fi novel by Madeleine L’Engle live on stage.
• When: May 9-11
• Cost: $25+
• Details

8. Black Box Comedy Show @ Shenanigans Comedy Theatre

• What: This PG-13 show features an ensemble cast performing games based on audience suggestions.
• When: May 9, 8PM
• Cost: $5
• Details

Sports + Fitness

9. Trash Pandas vs. Montgomery @ Toyota Field

• What: The Trash Pandas host the Montgomery Biscuits all weekend at Toyota Field. Friday night’s game is followed by a fireworks show and Saturday night’s game is “Princess Night.”
• When: May 8-11
• Cost: $12+
• Details

10. Huntsville Heart Walk @ Big Spring Park

• What: The American Heart Association invites you to join Heart Walk to raise funds and awareness for heart disease.
• When: May 10, 8AM
• Cost: Donations welcome
• Details

11. Yoga @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Celebrate Yoga Week at the Orion, with a class at The Orion Amphitheater on Sunday, complete with a Mother’s Day mimosa bar.
• When: May 11, 10AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Markets + more

12. Outdoor Market @ Lowe Mill

• What: Vendors from all over the area will present their finest products, whether made-by-hand, second-hand or made by the earth.
• When: May 10, 11AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

13. Rocket City May Days Market @ University Pickers

• What: Shop, stroll and support local vendors at this incredible outdoor market featuring arts and crafts, antiques, produce, baked goods and more.
• When: May 10, 9AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

14. Holistic Wellness Fair @ Holistic Wellness Collective

• What: Check out this event featuring guest speakers, prizes, chair massage and other giveaways by members of the Holistic Wellness Collective.
• When: May 10, 9AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. Market @ Midcity

• What: Along with the award-winning farmers market, you can expect live music, coffee and tea at Greenroom Coffee, adult beverages, great shopping and delicious and diverse cuisine.
• When: May 11, 12-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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