Winter date nights made easy with these 19 spots in Huntsville

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the nutcracker ballet winter date night in huntsville alabama
One of the coolest events in Huntsville is Huntsville Ballet’s performance of The Nutcracker. (Huntsville Ballet Co.)

We’ve all been there.

“It’s too cold outside and quality time can be spent watching a Christmas movie, right?”

Not around here partner. Winter date night is made easy by our build-a-date below. Have the date night you both deserve:

Restaurants

shelves full of different kinds of wine at Domaine South. date night
The wine selection at Domaine South. (Audrey Johnson / Hville Blast)

😋Step 1: Pick a dinner.

Condado Tacos

Pane E Vino Pizzeria

  • ➡️What: This Pizzeria is attached to the Huntsville Museum of Art + offers specialty pizzas, build-your-own pizzas + italian classics.
  • ⏰When: Daily 11AM-9PM
  • 📍Where: 300 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • 👗Wear: Snappy casual, think jeans + nice top or better.
  • 🎟️Cost: $10-20 per person, with reservations available here.
  • Pro-Tip: If the weather is warmer, bring some change to feed the ducks + take a stroll around the park after dinner.
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Bonefish Grille

  • ➡️What: This seafood restaurant provides an elevated dining experience + a rotating specials.
  • ⏰When: Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM + Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM + Sunday 11AM-9PM
  • 📍Where: 4800 Whitesburg Dr, Huntsville, AL 35802
  • 👗Wear: Anything from snappy casual to dresses + slacks.
  • 🎟️Cost: $20-30 per person, with reservations available here.
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Domaine South

  • ➡️What: Intimate dining known for their charcuterie boards + wine selection.
  • ⏰When: Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM + Sunday 3-8PM
  • 📍Where: 200 West Side Square, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • 👗Wear: Anything from snappy casual to dresses + slacks.
  • 🎟️Cost: $30-50 per person, with reservations available here.
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Osteria LuCa

  • ➡️What: Recently opened in Stovehouse, this Italian restaurant is already a crowd-pleaser.
  • ⏰When: Monday-Thursday 10:30AM–9PM + Friday-Saturday 10:30AM–10PM + Sunday 10:30AM–8PM
  • 📍Where: 3414 Governors Dr SW suite 705, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • 👗Wear: Anything from snappy casual to dresses + suits.
  • 🎟️Cost: $30-40 per person.
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Activites

A young man and woman stand amid Christmas lights during Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Garden, which offers a couple of classes to make unique holiday gifts this season. winter date night
This could be you at the Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Garden. (Hville Blast)

⛸️Step 2: Keep those good vibes going with a fun activity.

Color Me Mine

  • ➡️What: At this custom pottery shop, you + your date can pickout pottery to paint glaze on. Let your creativity shine!
  • ⏰When: Monday-Saturday 11AM-9PM + Sunday 12-6PM
  • 📍Where: 1024 Mid City Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
  • 👗Wear: Casual + come as you are.
  • 🎟️Cost: $20+ per person, with reservations not required.
  • Pro-Tip: Pick-up the fired pottery before your next date night!
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Huntsville Ballet

Huntsville Botanical Gardens Galaxy of Lights

  • ➡️What: The Botanical Gardens offers a full trail of Christmas light shows, available for walking + driving tours.
  • ⏰When: November 14-December 31 from 5:30PM-9PM
  • 📍Where: 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • 👗Wear: Something warm! Gloves + beanies + throw a few handwarmers in your bag.
  • 🎟️Cost: $7-45 per person, with tickets available here.
  • Pro-Tip: New this year is their Evergreen Express, a 45-minute tour that includes a tram ride + one free hot chocolate. There are also nights with music at a reduced volume for those with sensory sensitivities.
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Pinot’s Palette

Levity Live

  • ➡️What: This comedy club hosts comedians that are sure to make you laugh your heart out!
  • ⏰When: View calendar here.
  • 📍Where: 2012 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • 👗Wear: Casual + come as you are.
  • 🎟️Cost: $27+, check individual show tickets here.
  • Pro-tip: They have a two-item minimum so possibly skip dinner + drinks afterwards.
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Drinks

Catacomb 435 in Huntsville, Alabama. perfect for date night.
Huntsville knows how to do speakeasies. (Hville Blast)

🥂Step 3: Enjoy a nightcap.

Campus 805

  • ➡️What: This reimagined school now serves as home to several bars + restaurants + nightlife, allowing you to hop from a restaurant to a bar without stepping foot outside.
  • ⏰When: The campus is open daily 7AM-2AM, but individual restaurants may vary.
  • 📍Where: 2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
  • 👗Wear: Come as you are + snappy casual.
  • 🎟️Cost: $10-20 per person.
  • Pro-Tip: Bring coins or cash + check out the pinball room, located down the stairs next to the first floor bathrooms.
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Stella’s Elixir Lounge

Baker & Able

  • ➡️What: This rooftop bar is located inside a hotel + has just as much indoor space as their outdoor.
  • ⏰When: Tuesday-Thursday 4PM-11PM + Friday-Saturday 4PM-12AM
  • 📍Where: 106 Jefferson St S, Huntsville, AL 35801, on the top floor
  • 👗Wear: Jeans + a nice top or better.
  • 🎟️Cost: $10-20 per person.
  • Pro-Tip: Lounge inside and play a game of chess.
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SiP Fine Spirits & Cigar Lounge

Catacomb 435

  • ➡️What: Reservations at this swanky speakeasy provide you a 2-hour window to sit, relax + enjoy specialty cocktails with an air of mystery.
  • ⏰When: Monday-Wednesday 5:30-11:30PM + Thursdat-Saturday 5:30PM-1AM + Sunday 5:30PM-10PM
  • 📍Where: 100 Jefferson St N Unit 435, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • 👗Wear: Snappy casual or better.
  • 🎟️Cost: $30-50 per person, with reservations required + available to book here.
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Bonus: Late night desserts

oscar moon ice cream date night
Check out who joined Oscar Moon’s on our Health Score Honor Roll this month. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

🍦Alternate Step 3: Cap off the night with a sweet treat.

Big Spoon Creamery

Oscar Moon’s Milkshake Bar

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

Le Macaron French Pastries

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