Year-Round Fun at the Best Events in Huntsville
Rocket City offers locals and visitors opportunities for fun all year long. From arts festivals to events celebrating local flavors, there’s an event for everyone’s interests. Attend a seasonal event to experience the thriving community in and around Huntsville, AL.
Featured Events in Huntsville
Spring
Farmers’ Markets
Return Each April
Farmers’ Markets in the greater Huntsville area are an excellent way to experience regional culture and shop locally. With several markets throughout the region, there is always a location nearby to browse local produce, baked goods, plants, homemade preserves, and handmade & homegrown products.
Panoply – Art + Music + More
April
Panoply is an annual premier arts weekend devoted to music, art, culture, music, and more. Held on the last weekend in April, spring is in full color as visitors from across the county join together at downtown Huntsville’s Big Spring International Park. This is a time to engage in creative play, enlarge your art collection, and become immersed in the culture of art.
Concerts on the Docks
May
Concerts on the Docks is a weekly showcase during May at Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment. This live concert series continues to highlight the Lowe Mill A & E tradition of bringing local musicians to perform under the water tower since 2007. Concerts are from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Fridays. Parking is $10.
Summer
Cigar Box Guitar Festival
Late May/Early June
Check out the world’s longest-running Cigar Box Guitar Festival. This unique music festival has been running for twenty years and continues to grow in popularity. Featuring four days of fun at five different venues, this multi-day event raises funds for music education in Madison County, Alabama. Admission is FREE.
NASA in the Park
June
NASA in the Park is a free, public event presented by NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center at Big Spring Park East. This event features a blend of educational and entertaining activities. Enjoy over 80 demonstrations and exhibits by experts from NASA, musical performances, hands-on activities, yard games, food vendors, and fun for everyone.
Fireworks and Baseball
July
Celebrate the 4th of July with two quintessential USA activities! Watch one of the Rocket City Trash Panda baseball games, followed by a fantastic fireworks display on and around Independence Day.
Winter
Holiday Traditions at Burritt on the Mountain
December
Head up the mountain to create something beautiful at one of our Burritt Folk School classes or experience traditional Christmas at the Candlelight Christmas event. At Burritt on the Mountain, you could also enjoy a gourmet meal in the beautifully decorated Burritt Mansion at Holiday Magic Dinners or the Sanders Family Christmas play in the Old Country Church. With several holiday events, this is an excellent option for your friends and family.
Mardi Gras Parade and 5K
February
If you’re looking for delightful winter events in Huntsville, the annual Mardi Gras Huntsville Grand Parade is one you won’t want to miss. They also offer a fun 5K race. Dress up in your favorite Mardi Gras attire and be prepared for an epic good time.
There are so many great things to do in Huntsville. We can’t wait for you to experience all the Rocket City has to offer.
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