Make plans for these 5 August events here in the Rocket City

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We have some fun August events to tell you about here in Huntsville! (Hville Blast)

We only have a week or so left in July (seriously), so looking forward to August would be a good idea if you are trying to plan some fun outings with friends or family.

We compiled a short list of August events that caught our eyes while browsing what’s going on in the Huntsville area.

Rocket City Octane Auto Show @ VBC South Hall

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This is one of the biggest August events at the Von Braun Center. (VBC)
  • What: Join fellow car enthusiasts from across the Southeast for an exciting, family-friendly event featuring an incredible lineup of vehicles, fun activities and interactive experiences for all ages.
  • When: August 9, 10AM-4:30PM
  • Cost: $15
  • Details

Teddy Swims @ The Orion Amphitheater

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Teddy Swims is playing the Orion in August (“20250303 – Teddy Swims” by Damien Walmsley is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0)
  • What: Check out this chart-topping artist at The Orion Amphitheater for his “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour.”
  • When: August 18, 8PM
  • Cost: $90+
  • Details

Alabama @ The Orion Amphitheater

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The band Alabama is coming to The Orion. (“Alabama Statues” by www78 is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)
  • What: These country music legends are still going strong, and suitably will play their only show in the state on this tour right here in Huntsville.
  • When: August 23, 7PM
  • Cost: $50+
  • Details

Huntsville Stars Throwback Night with the Rocket City Trash Pandas @ Toyota Field

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The Trash Pandas have several home games in May. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)
  • What: Former Huntsville Stars player and MLB All-Star Jose Canseco and his brother Ozzie Canseco will be at the Trash Pandas game August 28 against Columbus.
  • When: August 28, 6:35PM
  • Cost: $15+
  • Details

Grand Reopening @ Huntsville Museum of Art

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The Huntsville Museum of Art is reopening at the end of the month. (Nathan Watson / Hville Blast)
  • What: Closed since March 3 for the installation of a new HVAC system, the Huntsville Museum of Art plans to reopen August 31 with a free day of admission.
  • When: August 31
  • Cost: Free
  • Details

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Michael Seale
Michael Seale
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