Blog: Huntsville’s Arts & Entertainment Districts
Neighborhood: Downtown Huntsville
Neighborhood: MidCity
Huntsville’s burgeoning music scene is a major contributor to the city’s nightlife. Large venues such as the Von Braun Center and The Orion Amphitheater bring in world-renowned artists, while more intimate venues – including Stovehouse, Campus No. 805, The Camp, and Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment – make live music a part of their regular programming. The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra hosts performances at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, and residents can also catch a number of plays, Broadway musicals, and ballets year-round. Meanwhile, comedy shows at venues like Levity Live keep Huntsville residents laughing late into the night.
Following the Brewpub Act of 1992 and other legislative reforms, such as the 2011 Brewery Modernization Act, local brewmasters have treated Rocket City residents to their special concoctions and craft beers. Today, both locals and visitors can enjoy the Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail – one of the longest in the Southeast – and a wide range of fresh, high-quality American and European malts, ales, lagers, and meads. Whether in search of something floral, spicy, sour, or sweet, brewmasters in and around Huntsville are sure to have it all.
For those who prefer mixed drinks, look no further than the many artisanal cocktail offerings at ambient bars, restaurants, and speakeasy-style spaces across the area. Enjoy refined classics and new imaginings that are as creative as the menus they accompany. Try pairing favorite locally made spirits with regionally sourced ingredients for a cocktail that is truly unique to the city. Plus, don’t miss the Downtown Huntsville Craft Cocktail Trail, featuring nearly a dozen establishments.
From sports bars offering 20+ high-resolution TVs to rooftops with views, relaxing patios, live entertainment, and underground taverns, local pubs and bars satisfy any nocturnal craving. Guests can experience locales with as many as 400 beers and games of all kinds while enjoying classic bar foods or more upscale menus. Cheer on your favorite team over savory shareables or get the gang together for trivia night, karaoke, arcade games, pool, and more. Be sure to check in at your favorite stomping ground for seasonal pop-up events and offerings!
Several members-only clubs are enjoyed by residents of the Greater Huntsville area. Among them are The Ledges, Valley Hill Country Club, Huntsville Country Club, Burningtree Country Club, and Athletic Club Alabama. These clubs offer a wide range of amenities that include casual and fine dining, with many accommodating special events, from weddings to anniversary dinners to business luncheons and seasonal extravaganzas.
Throughout the year, Huntsville hosts vibrant events. Keep an eye out for concert series, seasonal festivals and markets, charitable benefits and galas, pop-up events, and more.
