Reviewed by: Audrey Johnson
What to do this weekend in the Huntsville area
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The weekend is almost upon us, and despite the really hot weather we have had this week in the Huntsville area, there are some really cool events happening around town over the next few days.
From sports to live music to farmers markets, we have you covered:
Catch some live music this weekend
- Billy Strings: Aug. 25-26, Orion Amphitheater, 7PM. Check out this amazingly talented Grammy-winning musician perform two shows at the Orion.
- Liam St. John: Aug. 25, Stovehouse, 8PM. Liam St. John plays Stovehouse with guests Nate Bergman and Wheelwright.
- Rodney Carrington: Aug. 26, Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, 7PM. This hilarious comedian/musician has sold millions of albums and sells out his performances nationwide.
- Summerfest on the Square: Aug. 26, Downtown Athens, 5:30PM. Live music in Athens featuring Ledfoot, Backroad Sinners and more.
- Microwave Dave: Aug. 27, Humphrey’s Bar & Grill, 11AM. Enjoy a delicious brunch at Humphrey’s while hearing the fabulous music from the legendary Microwave Dave.
- Noel Webster: Aug. 27, Rhythm on Monroe, 5PM. Enjoy the rooftop at Rhythm on Monroe with the tunes of Noel Webster.
Sports + fitness events this weekend in the Huntsville area
Both the Trash Pandas and the Huntsville City FC are in town this weekend, so there are plenty of opportunities to see some sporting events in the Huntsville area. Check these out:
- Trash Pandas vs Birmingham Barons: Aug. 25-2, Toyota Field, 6:30PM. The Trash Pandas take on in-state rivals the Birmingham Barons all weekend.
- Hazel Green vs. Sparkman: Catch some high school football with this regional match-up between two local powerhouse teams.
- Hartselle vs Austin: Aug. 25, Austin High School, 7PM. High school football kicks off this weekend, and there’s a local matchup between Hartselle and Austin Friday night.
- Learn to Skate: Aug. 26, Huntsville Ice Sports Center, 11AM. Adults can learn to ice skate at this tutorial session at the Ice Sports Center Saturday.
- Huntsville City FC vs Inter Miami: Aug. 27, Joe Davis Stadium, 6PM. Your Huntsville City Football Club is at home Sunday against Miami.
Arts, markets + more to enjoy this weekend in the Huntsville area
Whether you’re looking for a cool market to buy some unique goods or if you want to attend a comedy show in the Rocket City, we have you covered this weekend in the Huntsville area.
- Lowe Mill Outdoor Market: Aug. 26, Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, 11AM-4PM. All kinds of local artists, vendors and makers will be on hand to sell their wares.
- Katherine Blanford: Aug. 25-27, Stand Up Live, 6PM. Catch four shows of this popular and absolutely hilarious stand up comedian.
- The Flip Sports Cards & Collectables Trade Show: Aug. 26, Von Braun Center, 10AM-5PM. This is a trade show and marketplace for collectors of sports cards, non-sports and trading card games.
- Gurley Rec Center Car Show and Vendor Fair: Aug. 26, Gurley Rec Center, 9AM-3PM. Car enthusiasts can enjoy this cool show in Gurley.
- Market at MidCity: Aug. 27, The Camp at MidCity, 12PM. This is a great market, which also includes live music, libations and more.
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