Southern Fried Film Festival highlights 15 exciting weekend events

We have a fabulous slate of weekend events here in the Huntsville area, so if you find yourself wanting to get out and about, you’re sure to find something that suits your fancy.

Festivals + parties

1. Southern Fried Film Festival @ INTUITIVE® Planetarium/Lowe Mill/Downtown Huntsville Public Library

• What: Enjoy four days of Independent film culture at multiple Huntsville venues, featuring movies, workshops and more.
• When: June 5-8
• Cost: $10+
• Details

2. Daisy Jones & The Six Backstage Party @ The Orion Amphitheater

• What: Party backstage at The Orion Amphitheater Daily Jones style. So you know, ’70s-themed dress is highly encouraged and your ticket includes access to artist dressing rooms, a glass of bubbly and a snack spread.
• When: June 6, 7PM
• Cost
• Details

3. Purple Reign ’80s Party @ Lowe Mill

• What: Join this birthday celebration of the one and only Prince, with music and videos from the iconic performer.
• When: June 7, 7PM
• Cost: $20
• Details

4. Disco Night @ The Electric Belle

• What: Dust off your funkiest threads, hit the dance floor and get lost in the beats as DJ Jerm spins your favorite disco tunes.
• When: June 7, 8PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

5. Burritt’s 70th Anniversary @ Burritt on the Mountain

• What: This anniversary event will feature an afternoon of live music, food, activities and fun for all ages. Also, don’t miss out on some birthday cake for the museum’s 70th birthday!
• When: June 8, 12-5PM
• Cost: Children, $8; Adults, $20
• Details

Live music

6. Jim Parker’s Songwriters Series @ Mars Music Hall

• What: This edition of the series features Jimmy Gilmer of Sugar Shack fame. With more than 50 years of music under his belt, Gilmer shares his musical journey in this intimate setting.
• When: June 6, 6:30PM
• Cost: $35+
• Details

7. Cheyloe and the Sleepless Knights @ Stovehouse

• What: One of the state’s most talented songwriters, Cheyloe Martin and her amazing backing band play a free show at Stovehouse.
• When: June 7, 6:30PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

8. Moonlight Showcase @ Joe Davis Stadium

• What: Check out this musical showcase at Joe Davis stadium featuring Nodding Off, Blind the Sky, Angry Native, Tres Locos and New Atomic.
• When: June 7, 6:30PM
• Cost: $15
• Details

9. Rock Out & Bail Out @ St. Stephens Music Hall

• What: Catch this fundraiser for Huntsville Bail Fund featuring Dave Anderson, James Irvin, In the Company of Wolves, Ingrid Marie, Dani Sings and Lisa’s Joy.
• When: June 7, 7PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Theater + comedy

10. Sommore @ Levity Live

• What: Known as the “Diva of Contemporary Comedy,” Sommore first gained fame as the first female host of the long-running “ComicView,” as well as one of the four female comedians who headlined “The Queens of Comedy” tour.
• When: June 6-8
• Cost: $40
• Details

11. Improv Thunderdome @  Shenanigans Comedy Theatre

• What: Get ready for a fast-paced, family-friendly improv show where two talented teams compete for laughs!
• When: June 6, 7PM
• Cost: $5
• Details

12. Once Upon a Mattress @ Randolph School

• What: Don’t miss this fun musical version of the classic tale “The Princess and the Pea,” presented by Huntsville Community Chorus Association.
• When: June 6-8, 7-9PM
• Cost: $20+
• Details

Sports + fitness

13. Huntsville City FC vs. Orlando @ Joe Davis Stadium

• What: It’s Military Night at Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium as our very own Huntsville City FC hosts Orlando.
• When: June 6, 7PM
• Cost: 12+
• Details

14. Yoga by the River @ Hays Nature Preserve

• What: Enjoy a relaxing and energizing hour of yoga next to the gently flowing waters of the Flint River in Hays Nature Preserve.
• When: June 7, 8AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. Resilience Yoga @ Legacy Park

• What: Huntsville’s Fitness at the Park free fitness class series continues with this yoga class for all levels.
• When: June 7, 9AM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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