Markets, music + more fun weekend events in the Rocket City

We are diving head first in to the second weekend of July, and we have some cool stuff to tell you about in the way of fun things to do this weekend.

Live music

1. Will Downing @ Mars Music Hall

• What: Enjoy an evening with “The Prince of Sophisticated Soul.” Will Downing brings his amazing combination of jazz and soul to Mars Music Hall.
• When: July 11, 8PM
• Cost: $26+
• Details

2. The Alabama Heathens @ St. Stephens Music Hall

• What: Come out to St. Stephens and enjoy the Alabama Heathens’ distinctive southern sound, highlighted by the slide guitar of Jude Roberts.
• When: July 11, 9PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

3. Bluegrass Jam On The Lawn @ Stovehouse

• What: If you are a musician, bring your instrument(s) and come on out. If you are just a lover of bluegrass music, then come out as well. This is a fun jam with cool tunes.
• When: July 12, 12-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

4. The Heartshakers @ Mars Music Hall

• What: If you are a fan of Tom Petty, you will love The Heartshakers. This is a fantastic Tom Petty tribute band playing all of your favorites and some cool deep tracks as well.
• When: July 12, 7PM
• Cost: $25
• Details

5. Dante Pride & Friends @ Dream Theatre

• What: Stellar Award-nominated Christian hip-hop artist Dante Pride brings his “We Outside Experience: back to Huntsville. 
• When: July 12, 5PM
• Cost: $20+
• Details

Parties + gatherings

6. Golden Hour @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Enjoy live music, delicious food, refreshing cocktails and the gorgeous Alabama sunset amid the beauty of Huntsville Botanical Garden.
• When: July 11, 5-7PM
• Cost: Free for members, $12 for non-members
• Details

7. Sit and Stitch Saturdays @ Sparkle Studios

• What: Come to Sparkle Studios at Lowe Mill for some fiber arts. Bring your current project to work on, browse the fiber crafting reference library or just hang out and meet new friends.
• When: July 12, 12-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

8. Dog Rescue Walk @ Notorious D.O.G. Dog Rescue

• What: This dog walk is a tad different than what you might expect. Instead of walking your dog, you’ll walk one of the adoptable shelter dogs at the Notorious D.O.G. Dog Rescue on Stokes Avenue.
• When: July 12, 9:30AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

9. Open Studio Night @ Lowe Mill

• What: All of the artists and makers and vendors at Lowe Mill will have their studios open for you to browse merchandise, chat with artists and stroll around the mill.
• When: July 12, 5-7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

10. ‘Love Island’ Watch Party @ Straight to Ale

• What: Don’t miss out on what’s happening on “Love Island” this week! Head to the Straight to Ale taproom and watch with other fans of the popular reality show.
• When: July 13, 7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Markets + outdoor events

11. Moonlight Market @ Downtown Square

• What: Formerly known as The Art Walks, the Moonlight Market features more than 40 local artisan vendors, live music and more right on in the heart of downtown.
• When: July 11, 6-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

12. Rocket City Summer Pickin’ Market @ University Pickers

• What: Browse the wares from amazing vendors both inside and outside. This market features everything from sustainable goods, handmade treasures and vintage finds to local produce, crafts and artwork.
• When: July 12, 9AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

13. Guided Hike @ Rainbow Mountain

• What: Participants during this hike will travel along one of the most popular trails on the Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, with one the Land Trust of North Alabama’s trusted guides.
• When: July 12, 9AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

14. Market @ MidCity

• What: Check out local produce, arts and crafts, trinkets and more while listening to live music and sampling food truck cuisine.
• When: July 13, 12-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. Huntsville Astros football @ Milton Frank Stadium

• What: The Huntsville Astros take on the Dallas Prime at Milton Frank. The first 100 people through the gate will get a chance for a meet-and-greet with some Astros players.
• When: July 13, 6PM
• Cost: $23
• Details

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