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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.

 

Use the category filters or select a date on the calendar below to discover upcoming events in and around The Rocket City!

 

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  • April 2026

  • Sun 26

    Dare to Explore: Frontiers of Space

    April 1 @ 9:00 am - April 30 @ 5:00 pm

    Calling all space cadets and aerospace gurus! Immerse yourself in an up-close experience of current and future technologies of space exploration in the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s evolving exhibit,

  • Sun 26

    Panoply Arts Festival

    April 24 @ 8:00 am - April 26 @ 6:00 pm

    The Southeast’s premier arts weekend, Panoply Arts Festival has transformed Big Spring International Park into a vibrant hub of art and music every April for more than 40 years. The

  • 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 more than 100 visual artists

  • Sun 26

    Forever K-Pop

    April 26 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    Von Braun Center Propst Arena 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Inspired by the worldwide K-Pop phenomenon and fan-favorite film KPop Demon Hunters, Forever K-Pop - a Celebration Concert is a tribute experience and production featuring today’s biggest K-Pop hits. Focusing

  • Wed 29

    Family Movie Nights: The LEGO Movie

    April 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Field Day 6123 University Dr NW, Unit 110, Huntsville, AL, United States

    🎬 Family Movie Night at Field Day: “The LEGO Movie” (PG) 🍿 Join us every Wednesday for a FREE Family Movie Night on our outdoor patio! On April 29th, we’re

    Free
  • Thu 30

    Bailey Zimmerman – Different Night Same Rodeo Tour

    April 30 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Von Braun Center Propst Arena 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    For those in Huntsville who believed in Bailey Zimmerman religiously – the wait to see him in concert is finally over! On April 30, the Bailey Zimmerman: Different Night Same

  • May 2026

  • Sat 2

    PorchFest FivePoints

    May 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    A unique music tradition that began in 2020, PorchFest FivePoints invites local musicians to perform on the front porches of homes in the Five Points Historic District. The event is

  • Sat 2

    17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride

    May 2 @ 11:00 am
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Pedal through Downtown Huntsville with Mayor Tommy Battle at the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride. With registration and check-in opening at 10:30 a.m. at Big Spring Park, the family-friendly, four-mile

  • Sat 2

    Rocket City Trash Pandas – Star Wars Night

    May 2 @ 6:35 pm
    Toyota Field 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, United States
  • Tue 5

    Water For Elephants the Musical

    May 5 @ 12:00 am - May 10 @ 12:00 am
    VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Water For Elephants the Musical is a unique and spectacle-filled new musical that brings the critically acclaimed, best-selling novel to life in a new interpretation. Presented by the Broadway Theatre

  • Wed 6

    Amy Grant – A Journey Through Songs, Stories, & Memories

    May 6 @ 7:00 pm
    VBC Mars Music Hall 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Amy Grant is coming to the VBC Mars Music Hall! Experience the intimate, live performance as Grant reflects on her 50-year career, as well as her recovery from heart surgery

  • Thu 7
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    Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair

    May 7 @ 5:00 pm - June 17 @ 12:00 am
    Toyota Field 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, United States
  • Sat 9

    Mom’s Laser Celebration

    May 9 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
    Campus No. 805 2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Celebrate mom like never before at Mom’s Laser Celebration by Rocket City Lasers! At $10 a show, or $20 for an all-access wristband, mom can immerse herself in four dazzling

    $10.00
  • Sun 10

    Mom & Me Tea

    May 10 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Celebrate Mother’s Day in the beautiful Carriage House at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s elegant and heart-warming Mom & Me Tea. The joyful, multi-generational experience invites families to slow down, connect,

  • Sat 16

    5th Annual Camp to Amp Festival

    May 16 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    MidCity District 5909 University Dr, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Connecting MidCity District's The Camp to the Orion Amphitheater, the 5th Annual Camp to Amp Festival is a free, day-long event celebrating North Alabama’s community, arts, and music. Attendees can

  • Sat 16

    Taste of Downtown Block Party

    May 16 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Main Street Madison 14 Short Street, Madison, AL, United States

    Celebrate community and cuisine at the lively Taste of Downtown Block Party! Admission is free to enjoy the live music, fun activities, hands-on experiences, and more. With a $30 Taste of

  • Sat 16

    Huntsville City FC vs. Atlanta United 2

    May 16 @ 7:00 pm
    Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Breakaway from the mundane for the Huntsville City FC vs. Atlanta United 2 soccer match.  Witness the rivalry between the two Southeastern developmental teams in the MLS NEXT Pro competitive

  • Sat 23

    Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic

    May 23 @ 6:00 am - May 24 @ 8:00 pm
  • Sat 30

    GigaParts LEGO® Builder Fair

    May 30 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    GigaParts 6123 University Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States

    GigaParts LEGO® Builder Fair is a FREE fair-style LEGO® community event centered around creativity, competition, workshops, and hands-on building fun. Builders ages 7–14 are invited to bring original LEGO® MOCs (My

    Free
  • Sat 30

    Field Day Movie Night: Pitch Perfect

    May 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    $10.00
  • June 2026

  • Thu 4

    Chronicles of Yarnia

    June 4 @ 10:00 am
    Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, AL, United States
  • Sat 6

    Daylily Open House Picnic

    June 6 @ 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Spend the morning picnicking and surrounded by the beauty of blooming daylilies at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Daylily Open House Picnic. Pack a breakfast or lunch from home, or stop

  • Sun 7

    Candlelight Concerts: 90s Unplugged

    June 7 @ 7:45 pm
    The Royal at Stovehouse Event Center 3414 Governors Drive SW, Huntsville, AL, United States
  • Sun 7

    Candlelight Concerts: Tribute to Adele

    June 7 @ 8:45 pm
    The Royal at Stovehouse Event Center 3414 Governors Drive SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Huntsville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at

  • Tue 9

    3rd Annual Summer Sunset Concert Series at Ditto Landing

    June 9 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Kingston Pavilion at Ditto Landing 293 Ditto Landing Road, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Pack up a lawn chair or blanket, sunscreen, and the whole family – including the furry, four-legged members – and head to Ditto Landing for the 3rd Annual Summer Sunset

  • Wed 10

    2026 Armed Forces Celebration: Community Softball Game

    June 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Toyota Field 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, United States

    Gather at the Toyota Field for the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration: Community Softball Game! Enjoy beer and ballgame food for purchase while watching as elected leaders and Redstone Arsenal leadership

  • Fri 12

    1776 The Musical

    June 12 @ 12:00 am - June 28 @ 12:00 am
    VBC Playhouse 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States
  • Fri 12

    10th Annual Reelin’ N Smokin’ Backyard BBQ Competition

    June 12 @ 8:00 am - June 13 @ 6:00 pm
    Ditto Landing Campground 293 Ditto Landing Rd SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Celebrating 10 years, the Reelin’ N Smokin’ Backyard BBQ Competition – sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society – invites the Rocket City’s local grillers to put their barbecuing skills

  • Sat 13

    Huntsville City FC Home Games

    June 13 @ 8:00 pm
    Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Huntsville shoots, they score! Audience members will be on the edge of their seats as the Huntsville City Football Club competes against Orlando City B on June 13 and Crown

  • Sun 14

    Taylor Swif-tea

    June 14 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Be fearless and show off your love for Taylor Swift at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Taylor Swif-tea! Celebrating two decades of Taylor Swift’s music and storytelling, each table at the

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  • In the early 2000s, breweries began to pop up in and around Rocket City as Prohibition-era brewing and beer laws were finally adjusted. 🍺Today, Huntsville is home to many breweries and its craft beer scene continues to grow and thrive.

To learn more about how Huntsville earned the title of “beer capital of Alabama,” head to our website at the link in our bio.
  • Have a photo that captures the best of Rocket City? 📸 There’s still time to submit your favorite shots for a chance to be featured in the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®, with the possibility of landing a spot on the cover!

Submit your original Huntsville photography at the link in our bio by October 31 for your chance to be part of the 2027 guide.
  • 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.

📍 @hsvgarden
  • 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.
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In the early 2000s, breweries began to pop up in and around Rocket City as Prohibition-era brewing and beer laws were finally adjusted. 🍺Today, Huntsville is home to many breweries and its craft beer scene continues to grow and thrive.

To learn more about how Huntsville earned the title of “beer capital of Alabama,” head to our website at the link in our bio.
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In the early 2000s, breweries began to pop up in and around Rocket City as Prohibition-era brewing and beer laws were finally adjusted. 🍺Today, Huntsville is home to many breweries and its craft beer scene continues to grow and thrive. To learn more about how Huntsville earned the title of “beer capital of Alabama,” head to our website at the link in our bio.
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Have a photo that captures the best of Rocket City? 📸 There’s still time to submit your favorite shots for a chance to be featured in the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®, with the possibility of landing a spot on the cover!

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Have a photo that captures the best of Rocket City? 📸 There’s still time to submit your favorite shots for a chance to be featured in the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®, with the possibility of landing a spot on the cover! 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.

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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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