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When it comes to having fun in The Rocket City, the possibilities are endless.

With an impressive lineup of festivals, celebrations, and community gatherings each year, there’s always something exciting happening in Huntsville. From outdoor concerts and cultural showcases to anticipated sporting events, food festivals, and festive seasonal traditions, Huntsville offers events that delight newcomers and longtime locals alike.

 

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  • February 2026

  • Thu 5

    A Winter Affair

    February 5 @ 7:00 pm

    Benefiting Independent Musical Productions, one of Huntsville’s leading theatre companies, A Winter Affair offers an unforgettable evening of fine dining, live entertainment, and philanthropy. Held

  • Sat 7

    The Dog Ball

    February 7 @ 5:45 pm - 9:30 pm
    VBC South Hall 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    On February 7, join the Greater Huntsville Humane Society for the 35th annual Dog Ball. From 5:45 to 9:30 p.m., attendees will enjoy dinner, a

  • Thu 19

    Taste of Soul Family Festival

    February 19 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    The Orion Amphitheater 701 Amphitheater Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Taste of Soul Family Festival returns to The Orion Amphitheater on Saturday, March 28! Taste of Soul Family Festival is a one-of-a-kind, one-day event to

    $22.75
  • Tue 24

    Huntsville Museum of Art’s Annual Gala

    February 24 @ 12:00 am - February 28 @ 12:00 am
    Huntsville Museum of Art 300 Church Street S, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Presented by the Gala Committee, join the Huntsville Museum of Art for their 35th annual gala, consisting of three separate events. Featuring a luncheon with

  • April 2026

  • Wed 8

    Rocket City Wine Fest

    April 8 - April 11

    Pour a glass and make a toast for the first annual Rocket City Winefest – a three-day celebration of wine, food, and community! The event

  • Fri 10

    STUDIO 60’s Spring Brunch Benefit

    April 10 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Gather your friends and enjoy a delectable brunch for a great cause! The experts from Huntsville’s own In Bloom Floral Design Studio will provide a

    $45.00
  • Sun 12

    Pup Palooza

    April 12 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    The Orion Amphitheater 701 Amphitheater Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, United States
    Free
  • Thu 16

    Spring Gala – A Night to Bloom

    April 16 @ 5:30 pm
    The Roundhouse 320 Church Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Returning for the first time in over 12 years, Little Valley Academy’s and Valley Fellowship Christian Academy’s Spring Gala – A Night to Bloom will

  • Sun 19

    An Evening with Peabo Bryson

    April 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The Rising South season will culminate in a benefit concert and fundraiser headlined by two-time Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson, whose legendary voice and artistry

  • Fri 24

    Panolopy Arts Festival

    April 24 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Panolopy Arts Festival
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Witness Huntsville’s innovative spark shine at the Panolopy Arts Festival – the Southeast’s premier arts weekend! Held at Big Spring Park, the festival will feature

  • Sat 25

    Arbor Day 5K Race & 3K Sapling Run

    April 25 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
    Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Celebrate National Arbor Day and the importance of trees and their impact on the Rocket City at the Arbor Day 5K Race and Sapling 3K

  • Sat 25

    Panolopy Arts Festival

    April 25 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Panolopy Arts Festival
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Witness Huntsville’s innovative spark shine at the Panolopy Arts Festival – the Southeast’s premier arts weekend! Held at Big Spring Park, the festival will feature

  • Sun 26

    Panolopy Arts Festival

    April 26 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Panolopy Arts Festival
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Witness Huntsville’s innovative spark shine at the Panolopy Arts Festival – the Southeast’s premier arts weekend! Held at Big Spring Park, the festival will feature

  • May 2026

  • Sat 9

    2026 Huntsville Classic featuring Rob Thomas

    May 9 @ 7:30 pm
    The Orion Amphitheater 701 Amphitheater Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    The 2026 Huntsville Classic Benefiting Huntsville Hospital Foundation will take place on Saturday, May 9 at The Orion Amphitheater, featuring Rob Thomas and Junctional Rhythm.

  • Fri 22

    Swing For Shelter

    May 22 @ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail 450 Old Hwy 431, Owens Cross Roads, AL, United States

    Hey Golfers! It’s that time again for “Swing for Shelter”! This year it will be on Friday, May 22nd at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail

  • Sat 30

    Cigar Box Guitar Festival

    May 30 @ 8:00 am - May 31 @ 6:00 pm
    The Orion Amphitheater 701 Amphitheater Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Welcome to the world’s longest-running Cigar Box Guitar Musical Festival! The three-day festival invites seasoned musicians, curious newcomers, and families alike for a one-of-a-kind celebration

  • June 2026

  • Fri 26

    Emerald Evening 2026 benefitting UCP Huntsville

    June 26 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Stovehouse Event Center 3414 Governors Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
    $70.00
  • July 2026

  • Sat 4

    Paws and Pilates Grand Opening Weekend!

    July 4 @ 7:00 am - July 5 @ 3:30 pm
    V Dance Academy 8410 Memorial Pkwy SW, Ste A, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Grand Opening Weekend! Join us at Paws & Pilates for engaging pilates classes and adorable puppy play time! Paws & Pilates partners with local ethical

    $65.00
  • August 2026

  • Sat 8
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    2026 End Addiction HSV Walk

    August 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Walk to honor lives impacted by substance use disorders and celebrate recovery at the 2026 End Addiction Walk. Taking place at Big Spring International Park,

  • Fri 21
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    Stomp Out Cancer: Grape Stomp

    August 21 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    La Famiglia Vineyards & Winery 116 Rigsby Cir, Toney, Alabama, United States

    Join the La Famiglia Vineyards at their Stomp Out Cancer: Grape Stomp event! The vineyard invites attendees to celebrate the tradition of grape stomping, as

  • Thu 27

    Toasting with Tallulah

    August 27 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    The Royal at Stovehouse Event Center 3414 Governors Drive SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Toasting with Tallulah: A Girls’ Night Out . . . With a Purpose - This annual event brings together amazing women from across our community

    $125.00
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  • A piece of Huntsville history stands in the heart of downtown at the historic Huntsville Depot. 🚂 Built in 1860, the depot is one of the oldest surviving railroad depots in the United States and a remarkably preserved example of 19th-century railroad architecture. 

While the museum isn't currently open for tours, visitors can still explore the Depot grounds!
  • Peaceful views and natural beauty can be found around every corner at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. 🌿 Reflection Lake offers a serene spot to slow down and take in the gardens, surrounded by seasonal blooms and the beauty of nature.

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  • Got an event coming up in Huntsville? 📅 From festivals and live music to community gatherings and family-friendly activities, our online events calendar is a great place to share what’s happening around the Rocket City.

Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Huntsville!
  • Tag the friend who needs to touch some grass! 🌿😂

With 118 acres to explore, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is the perfect nature escape. Wander nearly two miles of winding trails, explore eight interactive garden experiences, and soak up a little time outdoors.

And there’s always something happening – from Shakespeare in the Garden and FestiFall to the Scarecrow Trail and winter’s Galaxy of Lights. 🍂🎄 

No matter the time of year, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn.
  • Photography submissions are officially open for the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®! 📸 

We're looking for beautiful, original photographs that capture what makes the Greater Huntsville area such a special place to live, work, visit, and explore. From local businesses and restaurants to parks, landscapes, neighborhoods, attractions, and more, we want to see the Rocket City through your eyes.

Photographers of all experience levels are welcome to submit their work, and your photo could be featured in the 2027 edition – or even on the cover!

Submissions are open from September 1 through October 31, 2026.

See the full submission guidelines, photo requirements, eligible categories, and more on our website at the link in our bio.
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Submit your original Huntsville photography at the link in our bio by October 31 for your chance to be part of the 2027 guide.
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A piece of Huntsville history stands in the heart of downtown at the historic Huntsville Depot. 🚂 Built in 1860, the depot is one of the oldest surviving railroad depots in the United States and a remarkably preserved example of 19th-century railroad architecture. 

While the museum isn't currently open for tours, visitors can still explore the Depot grounds!
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A piece of Huntsville history stands in the heart of downtown at the historic Huntsville Depot. 🚂 Built in 1860, the depot is one of the oldest surviving railroad depots in the United States and a remarkably preserved example of 19th-century railroad architecture. While the museum isn't currently open for tours, visitors can still explore the Depot grounds!
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Peaceful views and natural beauty can be found around every corner at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. 🌿 Reflection Lake offers a serene spot to slow down and take in the gardens, surrounded by seasonal blooms and the beauty of nature.

📍 @hsvgarden
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Peaceful views and natural beauty can be found around every corner at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. 🌿 Reflection Lake offers a serene spot to slow down and take in the gardens, surrounded by seasonal blooms and the beauty of nature. 📍 @hsvgarden
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Got an event coming up in Huntsville? 📅 From festivals and live music to community gatherings and family-friendly activities, our online events calendar is a great place to share what’s happening around the Rocket City.

Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Huntsville!
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Photography submissions are officially open for the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®! 📸 

We're looking for beautiful, original photographs that capture what makes the Greater Huntsville area such a special place to live, work, visit, and explore. From local businesses and restaurants to parks, landscapes, neighborhoods, attractions, and more, we want to see the Rocket City through your eyes.

Photographers of all experience levels are welcome to submit their work, and your photo could be featured in the 2027 edition – or even on the cover!

Submissions are open from September 1 through October 31, 2026.

See the full submission guidelines, photo requirements, eligible categories, and more on our website at the link in our bio.
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Photography submissions are officially open for the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®! 📸 We're looking for beautiful, original photographs that capture what makes the Greater Huntsville area such a special place to live, work, visit, and explore. From local businesses and restaurants to parks, landscapes, neighborhoods, attractions, and more, we want to see the Rocket City through your eyes. Photographers of all experience levels are welcome to submit their work, and your photo could be featured in the 2027 edition – or even on the cover! Submissions are open from September 1 through October 31, 2026. See the full submission guidelines, photo requirements, eligible categories, and more on our website at the link in our bio.
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