Here’s what’s happening this weekend in the Rocket City

It’s just about weekend time here in the Rocket City, folks, and we have some great suggestions in the way of cool stuff to do in and around Huntsville.

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From outdoor activities to St. Patrick’s Day events and live music, we have you covered. Check out these weekend happenings in and around Huntsville:

Conference USA Basketball Tournament

The 2024 Conference USA Basketball Championships takes place March 12-16, featuring 18 men’s and women’s basketball teams, playing 16 games with CUSA titles and NCAA automatic bids on the line.

• When: March 12-16
• Where: Propst Arena, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Cocktails + Cosmos

Enjoy some cocktails and discover star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies galore as you explore some of the 110 celestial objects astronomer Charles Messier cataloged in the 1700s.

• When: March 15, 6PM
• Where: U.S. Space & Rocket Center, 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
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N.E.A.C.A. Spring Craft Show

The N.E.A.C.A. Craft Show is back in the VBC South Hall, with more than 100 crafters with items ranging from jewelry, pottery, home décor, clothing, kitchen accessories, children’s items, food and much more.

• When: March 15-17, 9AM-6PM, March 17, 12PM-5PM
• Where: VBC South Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• More info

Jesus Christ Superstar

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical phenomenon returns to the stage.

• When: March 15, 8PM; March 16, 2PM, 8PM; March 17, 1PM, 6:30PM
• Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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2024 Home & Garden Show

This 3-day extravaganza in Athens is a must-attend for homeowners, gardening enthusiasts, and more.

• When: March 15, 5PM-8PM; March 16, 8AM-4PM, March 17, 12PM-4PM
• Where: Athens State University Gymnasium, 400 Pryor St E, Athens, AL 35611
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The Taylor Dance Party

Swifties, get your dancing shoes ready and head out to Stovehouse Friday night for the ultimate Taylor Swift event. Dance the night away to your favorite Taylor tunes!

• When: March 15, 9PM
• Where: Stovehouse, 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
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‘Don’t Dress for Dinner’

Theatre Huntsville presents this comedy full of misunderstandings, bad alibis, botched romantic trysts and more.

• When: March 15-16 7:30PM, March 17 2PM,
• Where: VBC Playhouse, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• More info

St. Paddy’s Karaoke Party

Why not start the weekend off with some karaoke at CD’s Pub & Grill in Madison? Sign up starts at 8:30PM, singing starts at 9PM and the drink specials go all night.

• When: March 15, 8:30PM
• Where: CD’s Pub & Grill, 107 Arlington Dr, Madison, AL 35758
• More info

47th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade is held in downtown Huntsville and has been a Huntsville tradition since 1978. It was started by the owner of Finnegan’s Pub, Ellen McAnelly – a native of Galway, Ireland.

• When: March 16, 11AM
• Where: Downtown Huntsville
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Downtown Athens Pub Crawl

Participating restaurants include Studio 16 Cigar Lounge, Ro’s Grille, Village Pizza, The Salty Cod, Athens Alehouse and Cellar, Old Black Bear Brewing Co. and Limestone Legends Billiards. This is a free event to join and attendees are encouraged to park and walk and can join in anytime.

• When: March 16, 4PM
• Where: Downtown Athens, 200 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
• More info

Market at MidCity

The Market at MidCity returns for another year, kicking off this weekend. Check out local vendors, food trucks and live music from 12PM-4PM.

• When: March 17, 12PM-4PM
• Where: MidCity, 5901 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
• More info

Food Truck Fix at Rocket City Dog Bar

Bring your four-legged friends and your appetite to Rocket City Dog Bar in Huntsville to enjoy Food Truck Fix, featuring Badd Newz BBQ.

• When: March 17, 12PM-3PM
• Where: Rocket City Dog Bar, 2404 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
• More info

St. Paddy’s at The Pitch

Huntsville City Football Club is hosting an Irish Festival — “St. Paddy’s at The Pitch” — at Joe Davis Stadium Sunday, with live music, Irish dancing, authentic food and drink and field games.

• When: March 17, 2PM
• Where: Joe Davis Stadium, 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• More info

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