South Star Festival highlights exciting slate of weekend events

Those of you who love live music have plenty to be excited about this weekend, because among a bevy of weekend events happening in and around Huntsville is the South Star Festival at John Hunt Park.

But that’s not the only cool event happening in the Rocket City this weekend. Check these out:

1. Concert on the Dock

This week’s Concert on the Dock at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment features Tyrone Douglas and Leon Harris, followed by In the Company of Wolves. This is a free show!

• When: Sept. 27, 6PM
• Where: Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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2. Jordan Gillis

Gillis is known for his combination of soulful singing and virtuosic lead guitar. He hails from Turners Station, a small historic black community in Baltimore, Maryland.

• When: Sept. 27, 7PM
• Where: Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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3. Final Friday Disco Night

Get ready to boogie down at Stella’s Elixir Lounge as DJ Magic Mic spins the hottest disco beats from 8PM till 2AM.

• When: Sept. 27, 8PM
• Where: Stella’s Elixir Lounge, 127 Holmes Ave NW Ste 202, Huntsville, AL 35801
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4. Mistletoe Market Holiday Fair

Get ready for the holiday season and find all kinds of fall and Christmas decor and wreaths, specialized bakery treats, women’s boutique clothing, 3D kids toys and art, permanent jewelry, kids boutique clothing, hair tinsel, tea towels and so much more.

• When: Sept. 28, 8:30AM
• Where: Meridianville Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 11696 US-231 #431, Meridianville, AL 35759
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5. 2024 Fall Festival

One of the fall weekend events you won’t want to miss is at Sharon Johnston Park, with vendors, face painting, inflatable bounce houses, hay rides, mini pumpkin painting and more!

• When: Sept. 28, 9AM
• Where: Sharon Johnston Park, 783 Coleman Rd, New Market, AL 35761
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6. Market Days

More than 60 vendors will be on hand selling their wares this Saturday morning in Madison.

• When: Sept. 28, 9AM
• Where: 7186 Hwy 72 W, Madison, AL 35758
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7. Fall for All

Enjoy live music by The Bubbanauts, experience the excitement of riding a mechanical bull or have some fun with pumpkin bowling. The event will also feature a variety of inflatable games, fall-themed crafts and photo ops.

• When: Sept. 28, 10AM
• Where: Big Spring Park, 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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8. Makers on the Mountain

Fabric dyeing with botanicals, assorted nuts, barks and other botanical material will be used to demonstrate the process of dyeing wool and fabric with natural materials.

• When: Sept. 28, 10AM
• Where: Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
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9. Health and Wellness Fair

This free event promotes healthy living and provides essential health screenings to residents, including blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, HIV, depression, and more. In addition to health services, participants can enjoy healthy snacks, door prizes and expert health resources.

• When: Sept. 28, 10AM
• Where: Calhoun Community College-Huntsville campus, 102 Wynn Drive NW.
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10. South Star Music Festival

The first edition of the 2-day music festival — the South Star Festival — features Gwen Stefani, Blink-182, Beck, Pete Yorn, TLC, Ludacris, Jimmy Eat World and many more top-notch bands and artists.

• When: Sept. 28-29
• Where: John Hunt Park, 2195 Jaycee Wy, Huntsville, AL 35801
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11. Gavin Adcock

This Saturday, Gavin Adcock comes to the Mars Music Hall with special guest Vincent Mason.

• When: Sept. 28, 8PM
• Where: Mars Music Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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12. Market at MidCity

Head to the MidCity District this Sunday for the weekly Market at MidCity, with tons of cool vendors, food trucks, live music and more.

• When: Sept. 29, 12PM
• Where: MidCity District, 5909 University Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
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13. Huntsville City FC Watch Party

Cheer on your Huntsville City FC as they take on Carolina on the road this Sunday. Yellowhammer Brewing hosts this watch party beginning at 4PM.

• When: Sept. 29, 4PM
• Where: Yellowhammer Brewing, 2600 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
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14. WWE Supershow

Catch all the pro wrestling action at the Von Braun Center this Sunday, featuring Cody Rhodes vs. AJ Styles, Jay Uso vs. Gunther, Bailey vs, Nia Jax and more.

• When: Sept. 29, 5PM
• Where: Propst Arena, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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15. Sweat Bee

Wind down the weekend events schedule with Sweat Bee. This band has been a staple in the Alabama music scene for several years, and these guys are super talented and put on an amazing live show.

• When: Sept. 29, 7PM
• Where: Mad Malts, 109 NW Maple Ave, Huntsville, AL 35801
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