Spectacular holiday events at The Orion: Christkindlmarket, Jazz Brunch + more

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Who else gets in the holiday spirit as soon as Halloween is over? 🙋

We have some magical news for you—The Orion is hosting plenty of festive events sure to prep you for the holiday season.

Shop for gifts at 2 top holiday markets

🥂 Sip & Stroll: Holiday Jingle & Mingle

What to expect:

• Countless vendors with handmade arts + goods
• Delicious, holiday-inspired cocktails + savory bites from local food trucks
• Live performances under The Dome
• Photo ops with Santa 🎅

A way to give back: Christmas Charities Year-Round will be accepting donations of new children’s clothing of all sizes to aid their mission in improving the lives of Madison County residents.

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓 S️unday, December 7, 11AM-3PM
• 🎟 F️REE

🛍️ Christkindlmarket presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union

What to expect:

• Iconic Huntsville holiday market back for its fourth year (over 8,000 attended last year!)
• 60+ artisan vendors with mediums such as glasswork, sculpture + woodwork
  • Last year, I found a dreamy antique ring + bracelet that I now wear daily!
• Holiday soundtrack provided by local musicians
• Delectable holiday bites, warm winter drinks + more

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓 Friday, December 12, 5-8PM
• 🗓 Saturday, December 13, 11AM-5PM
• 🗓 Sunday, December 14, 11AM-5PM
• 🎟 F️REE

Prep for holiday parties

Be the best host this season 🥂 (The Orion Amphitheater)

‘Tis the season to be jolly.

The Orion is once again offering their monthly cocktail-making class, but this time with a twist of bourbon—and just in time to host those festive parties:

“Journey through the history of America’s native spirit — from its Kentucky roots to its smooth, smoky variations.

You’ll learn to identify bourbon’s rich profiles, explore the difference between bourbon and whiskey, and mix timeless classics.”

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Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Thursday, December 4, 6PM
• 🎟️ $69.68 | Get your tickets now (spots are limited!)

Dine in style with backstage dinners

Can you imagine a more opulent dinner? (The Orion Amphitheater)

Did you know that The Orion offers exclusive, candlelit backstage dinners with handcrafted holiday meals from Florence-based bistro Odette?

Get ready for a meal fit for an A-lister. Thoughtful + innovative culinary selections by Odette head chef Josh Quick are the star of the show, with 5 courses full of locally-sourced and delicious holiday-inspired bites.

December 6 will feature a traditional French Christmas Eve dinner, while December 13 will host a Bavarian Winter Feast for you to devour.

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Saturday, December 6, seatings beginning at 5:30PM | Get your tickets now
• 🗓️ Saturday, December 13, seatings beginning at 5:30PM | Get your tickets now
• 🎟️ Adults: $92 + tax | Children: $56 + tax

Enjoy merry + bright celebrations (including a brand new event!)

🎸 NEW: Covered in Christmas

What to expect:

• Local musicians covering your favorite Christmas tunes (+ some originals, too!)
  • Wanda
  • Alex Brown
  • Treetop & The Gifted
  • Sam & The Big Boys
  • Soulkarnival
  • Moontown Music
• Ugly sweaters galore

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 12-4PM
• 🎟️ FREE

NEW 🎺 Jazz Brunch

What to expect:

• Live jazz renditions of your favorite holiday classics, courtesy of Josh Couts Trio
• Lavish grazing brunch provided by Odette team
• Mimosas + coffee on deck

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Saturday, December 21, 11AM + 1:30PM
• 🎟️ $69.68 | 21+ event | Get your tickets here

Get the kids in on the fun

NEW 🎪 Cirque du Christmas: Journey to the North Pole Circus

What to expect:

• High-energy, holiday-themed troupe performance
• Fun for the family as the circus races to help Santa save Christmas

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Friday, December 5 | doors at 5, show at 6
• 🎟️ FREE

Pro tip: Show up early to snap photos with Santa or grab a drink at Jeff and Blues!

NEW 🎆 New Year’s at Noon

Want your little ones to celebrate New Year’s, but know they won’t make it to midnight? The Orion is hosting a fun event for our littlest celebrants—featuring Bluey and Bingo!

What to expect:

• Countdown to noon—with a sparkling apple cider toast
• Dance the afternoon away with Bluey, Bingo + local sports team mascots

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Wednesday, December 31 at 10AM
• 🎟️ FREE

🎅 Santa sightings

You don’t have to travel all the way to the North Pole to see Santa. The Orion will have plenty of opportunities to get family photos with the big man himself, no reservations necessary.

Mark your calendar:

• 🗓️ Friday, December 5, 5:30-7:30PM
• 🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 12PM-2:30PM
• 🗓️ Sunday, December 7, 11AM-2:30PM
• 🗓️ Friday, December 12, 5PM-7:30PM
• 🗓️ Saturday, December 13, 11AM-4:30PM
• 🗓️ Sunday, December 14, 11AM-4:30PM
• 🎟️ $10 + include digital download link

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