Music Month Kickoff headlines exciting weekend in the Rocket City

The weekend is almost here, and with it comes some cool events happening all over Huntsville. We have sporting events, concerts, markets and more coming our way here in the Rocket City, so don’t miss out!

Live music

1. Launchpad (Huntsville Music Month Kickoff) @ Big Spring Park

• What: Launchpad is the official kickoff to Huntsville Music Month with nine different artists across multiple genres playing three nights in the park. Food trucks and purple cups will be on site, but bring a lawn chair or a blanket!
• When: Friday-Saturday, 6-9:30PM; Sunday 5-9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

2. Concerts on the Dock @ Lowe Mill

• What: Check out this free show from local favorite Stud Ford. Sit outside Lowe Mill and enjoy some music and cool vibes Friday night.
• When: Friday, 6PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

3. Jim Parker’s Songwriters Series @ VBC Playhouse

• What: This month’s edition of the series features Grammy Award winner Don Henry, who has written songs recorded by Ray Charles, Patti Page, Conway Twitty, Blake Shelton, Lonestar and Miranda Lambert, to name a few.
• When: Friday, 6PM
• Cost: $35
• Details

4. Three Dog Night/Little River Band @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Some great songs came from these two iconic bands, and they will both take the stage at The Orion Amphitheater September 6.
• When: Saturday, 7PM
• Cost: $45+
• Details

5. Rock Your Paws w/ Brother Cane @ Furniture Factory

• What: Support the Greater Huntsville Humane Society at this benefit show featuring Brother Cane at The Furniture Factory downtown.
• When: Saturday, 3-10PM
• Cost: $25+
• Details

6. Grateful Dead 60th Anniversary Tribute Show @ The Electric Belle

• What: Celebrate the best of The Grateful Dead with a special tribute show brought to you by Milltowne on The Electric Belle stage!
• When: Sunday, 4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Sports + fitness

7. Trash Pandas vs. Lookouts @ Toyota Field

• What: This is the final series of the 2025 season for the Trash Pandas. So head out to Toyota Field this weekend and cheer them on!
• When: Friday-Saturday, 6:35PM; Sunday, 2:35PM
• Cost: $11+
• Details

8. Guided Hike @ Harvest Square

• What: Join this hike at Harvest Square Nature Preserve. Participants will see nearly the entire preserve with the exception of part of Senators Trail.
• When: Saturday, 10AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

9. Alabama A&M vs. Alcorn State @ Crews Stadium

• What: Cheer on the Bulldogs as they play their football home opener against Alcorn State!
• When: Saturday, 6PM
• Cost: $10+
• Details

Parties + expos

10. Jurassic Quest @ VBC South Hall

• What: If you are interested in dinosaurs, this is your event. Experience the largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit on tour, featuring true-to-detail (and size!) dinosaurs and more.
• When: Friday, 12-6PM; Saturday, 9AM-6PM; Sunday, 9AM-5PM
• Cost: $27+
• Details

11. 3rd Annual All Seasons Fashion Show @ VBC East Hall

• What: Looking for the latest fashion trends? Get ready for high energy, high fashion like you have never seen before.
• When: Saturday, 7PM
• Cost: $44
• Details

12. Music Bingo @ Yellowhammer Brewing

• What: Play some music bingo at Yellowhammer for a chance to win tickets to Blink-182 at The Orion.
• When: Saturday, 9PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Markets + more

13. Rocket City JunkFest @ University Pickers

• What: From rusty gold and vintage furniture to handcrafted goods, home decor and repurposed finds, this market is a junk lover’s dream.
• When: Saturday, 9AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

14. Downtown Vintage Market @ Greene Street Parking Garage

• What: Spend the day exploring 60 vintage vendors offering everything from timeless clothing and home décor to rare collectibles from the 50s through the 2000s.
• When: Saturday, 11AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. Market @ MidCity

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

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