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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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  • September 2026

  • Fri 11
    concerts on the dock

    Concerts On The Dock

    September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Concerts On The Dock
    Lowe Mill 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Concerts on the Dock invites local, regional, and nationally renowned musicians to play at Lowe Mill A&E’s historic loading-dock-turned-stage. Inspired by western swing, country, bluegrass, jazz, and blues, attendees will

  • Fri 11

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Fri 11
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    Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium

    September 11 @ 6:15 pm - 11:59 pm Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium
    Intuitive Planetarium 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, United States

    Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience in a cocktail glass at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium. Every Friday throughout October, attendees can sip

    $19
  • Sat 12

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 12 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Thu 17
    Biergarten

    U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten

    September 17 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Biergarten event! Guests can attend for free – with authentic German food

    Free
  • Fri 18
    concerts on the dock

    Concerts On The Dock

    September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Concerts On The Dock
    Lowe Mill 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Concerts on the Dock invites local, regional, and nationally renowned musicians to play at Lowe Mill A&E’s historic loading-dock-turned-stage. Inspired by western swing, country, bluegrass, jazz, and blues, attendees will

  • Fri 18

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Sat 19

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 19 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Thu 24
    Biergarten

    U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten

    September 24 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Biergarten event! Guests can attend for free – with authentic German food

    Free
  • Fri 25
    concerts on the dock

    Concerts On The Dock

    September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Concerts On The Dock
    Lowe Mill 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Concerts on the Dock invites local, regional, and nationally renowned musicians to play at Lowe Mill A&E’s historic loading-dock-turned-stage. Inspired by western swing, country, bluegrass, jazz, and blues, attendees will

  • Fri 25

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Fri 25
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    Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium

    September 25 @ 6:15 pm - 11:59 pm Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium
    Intuitive Planetarium 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, United States

    Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience in a cocktail glass at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium. Every Friday throughout October, attendees can sip

    $19
  • Sat 26

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 26 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides

  • October 2026

  • Thu 1
    Biergarten

    U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten

    October 1 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Biergarten event! Guests can attend for free – with authentic German food

    Free
  • Fri 2

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 2 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Fri 2
    Intuitive Planetarium Logo

    Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium

    October 2 @ 6:15 pm - 11:59 pm Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium
    Intuitive Planetarium 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, United States

    Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience in a cocktail glass at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium. Every Friday throughout October, attendees can sip

    $19
  • Fri 2

    Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze

    October 2 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze
    Cavern Cove Village 100 Cavern Cove Road, Woodville, United States

    A short drive to Woodville, the Cavern Cove Village is considered one of Huntsville’s scariest haunted corn maze experiences. Besides the expansive corn maze filled with jump scares and costumed

  • Sat 3

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 3 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Sat 3

    Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze

    October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze
    Cavern Cove Village 100 Cavern Cove Road, Woodville, United States

    A short drive to Woodville, the Cavern Cove Village is considered one of Huntsville’s scariest haunted corn maze experiences. Besides the expansive corn maze filled with jump scares and costumed

  • Sun 4

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 4 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Wed 7

    Five Finger Death Punch: 20th Anniversary USA Tour

    October 7 @ 6:45 pm - 11:00 pm
    The Orion Amphitheater 701 Amphitheater Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Five Finger Death Punch is a multi-platinum, chart-topping hard rock band from Las Vegas, NV known for their high-energy performances and impactful music (over 13 billion streams globally). The band

  • Thu 8
    Biergarten

    U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten

    October 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Biergarten event! Guests can attend for free – with authentic German food

    Free
  • Fri 9

    Haunted Mansion Dinners at Burritt

    October 9 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Haunted Mansion Dinners at Burritt
    Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Drive SE, Huntsville, United States

    At Burritt On The Mountain's Haunted Mansion Dinners, “strange noises and ghostly visits are all part of the experience.” Guests can don costumes and enjoy a delicious sit-down dinner while

    $90
  • Fri 9

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 9 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Fri 9
    Intuitive Planetarium Logo

    Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium

    October 9 @ 6:15 pm - 11:59 pm Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium
    Intuitive Planetarium 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, United States

    Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience in a cocktail glass at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium. Every Friday throughout October, attendees can sip

    $19
  • Fri 9

    Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze

    October 9 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze
    Cavern Cove Village 100 Cavern Cove Road, Woodville, United States

    A short drive to Woodville, the Cavern Cove Village is considered one of Huntsville’s scariest haunted corn maze experiences. Besides the expansive corn maze filled with jump scares and costumed

  • Sat 10

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 10 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Sat 10

    Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze

    October 10 @ 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm Cavern Cove Village – Haunted Corn Maze
    Cavern Cove Village 100 Cavern Cove Road, Woodville, United States

    A short drive to Woodville, the Cavern Cove Village is considered one of Huntsville’s scariest haunted corn maze experiences. Besides the expansive corn maze filled with jump scares and costumed

  • Sun 11

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    October 11 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Huntsville Ghost Walk
    Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, United States

    Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s

  • Thu 15
    Biergarten

    U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten

    October 15 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm U.S. Space & Rocket Center Biergarten
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Biergarten event! Guests can attend for free – with authentic German food

    Free
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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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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. 

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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.

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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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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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