Reviewed by: Elizabeth Hobbs
Lineworkers Rodeo + more exciting weekend events March 27-29
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If you are looking to get out and about in the Rocket City this weekend—and it’s a great weekend to do so—we have plenty of cool stuff happening around town over the next few days that you’re sure to love.
Take a look:
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Live music
Charlie Starr @ The Princess Theatre
- What: Blackberry Smoke front man Charlie Starr comes to Decatur for a dazzling solo show you won’t want to miss.
- When: Friday, 7PM
- Cost: $45+
- Details
A Night of Blues Honoring Microwave Dave @ Mars Music Hall
- What: This tribute show will feature a performance by Stacy Mitchhart, along with the Otis Walker Band, bringing a night full of soulful blues in honor of Dave’s memory.
- When: Friday, 8PM
- Cost: Free (donations encouraged for the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation)
- Details
Sicard Hollow @ Tip Top Cafe
- What: Check out this four-piece progressive bluegrass and “psychedelic punk-grass” band based in Nashville.
- When: Friday, 9PM
- Cost: $15
- Details
Taste of Soul @ The Orion Amphitheater
- What: Visit your favorite food trucks, local eateries and food entrepreneurs while listening to live music and shopping some of Rocket City’s favorite businesses.
- When: Saturday, 1-9PM
- Cost: $20+
- Details
James Irvin + Aaron Wilson Co-Album Release Party @ Stovehouse
- What: James Irvin and Aaron Wilson, the driving force behind Huntsville’s high-energy rockers The Nerve, are taking the spotlight for a co-album release party you won’t want to miss.
- When: Sunday, 6-9PM
- Cost: $10
- Details
Shows + expos
‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ @ VBC Playhouse
- What: Theatre Huntsville presents this production of the Tennessee Williams masterpiece. Locally cast, produced and presented, this should be a fabulous show!
- When: Friday-Saturday, 7:30PM; Sunday 2PM
- Cost: $26
- Details
‘Ms. Doubtfire’ @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
- What: The hilarious 90s comedy starring the late Robin Williams has been adapted into a musical, and is playing here in Huntsville this spring.
- When: Friday, 7:30PM; Saturday 1PM, 7:30PM; Sunday, 1PM, 6:30PM
- Cost: $57+
- Details
‘Pulp Fiction’ @ The Independent Cinema
- What: One of the most iconic films of the 1990s is playing at Huntsville’s newest independent theater located in Studio 150 in Lowe Mill.
- When: Friday, 8:20PM
- Cost: $10
- Details
The FLIP Trade Show @ VBC South Hall
- What: Buy, sell and trade sports cards, memorabilia + more. Plus, meet and greet some of Alabama’s most popular former football players like David Palmer, Zabian Brown and Tyrone Prothro.
- When: Saturday, 10AM-5PM; Sunday 11AM-4PM
- Cost: $7
- Details
Harold Night (Improv Show) @ Shenanigans Comedy Theatre
- What: The Shenanigans Ensemble is proud to present Harold Night, the ensemble’s presentation of classic Chicago style improv.
- When: Saturday, 8PM
- Cost: $10
- Details
Sports
UAH Baseball @ Charger Park
- What: College baseball season is in full swing (pun intended) and the Chargers have three home games this weekend.
- When: Friday, 3PM + Saturday, 12PM, 3PM
- Cost: Free
- Details
Huntsville Havoc Hockey @ Propst Arena
- What: The Havoc will close out the regular season this weekend with two home games.
- When: Saturday + Sunday, 7:30PM
- Cost: $15+
- Details
APPA Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo @ John Hunt Park
- What: Watch Huntsville Utilities linemen showcase their skills as they compete at this national utilities competition featuring fun challenges, plus enjoy a kids zone, food trucks + more.
- When: Saturday, 8AM-mid afternoon (doors at 7:30AM)
- Cost: Free
- Details
Markets
The Providence Market @ Village of Providence
- What: The Providence Market opens this weekend, offering a wide variety of locally grown fruits + vegetables, fresh baked sweets + breads and unique, handmade artisan pieces.
- When: Saturday, 9AM-2PM
- Cost: Free
- Details
The Market @ MidCity
- What: The Market at MidCity is back for its eighth year, featuring local vendors, food trucks and live music every Sunday.
- When: Sunday, 11AM-4PM
- Cost: Free
- Details
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