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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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  • February 2026

  • Tue 3

    Mardi Gras at MidCity

    February 3 @ 5:00 pm - February 17 @ 11:00 pm

    Celebrate Mardi Gras  at MidCity District’s The Camp. This pop-up party experience is open to all ages and furry friends, too. Offering New Orleans-inspired cuisine,

  • April 2026

  • Sat 4

    Guided History Tours

    April 4 @ 10:00 am - April 25 @ 12:00 pm
    Alabama Constitution Hall Park 109 Gates Ave SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Every spring and fall, the Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau offers free walking guided history tours! Local experts guide tours and focus on the historic

  • Fri 24

    Adult Movie Nights: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

    April 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Field Day 6123 University Dr NW, Unit 110, Huntsville, AL, United States

    🎬 Adult Movie Night at Field Day: “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (PG-13)🍿 Grab your date, your friends, or your girls’ night

    $19.00
  • 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

    Free
  • May 2026

  • Sat 2

    Kentucky Derby Watch Party

    May 2 @ 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    Field Day 6123 University Dr NW, Unit 110, Huntsville, AL, United States

    A run for the roses starts at Field Day… 🌹🐎 Join us for our Kentucky Derby Watch Party on Saturday, May 2 at 3 PM

    Free
  • 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

    $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

  • June 2026

  • 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

  • July 2026

  • Thu 2
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    City of Madison Independence Day Parade

    July 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Heritage Elementary School 11775 County Line Rd, Madison, AL, United States
  • Sat 4
    Huntsville Salutes America's 250th

    Huntsville Salutes America’s 250th

    July 4 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Big Spring International Park 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    A once-in-a-lifetime celebration awaits at the Huntsville Salutes America’s 250th in downtown Huntsville! Presented by Meta, the celebration opens with a vendor market and food

  • Thu 16

    Rocket City Space Fest

    July 16 Rocket City Space Fest
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Described as an “after-party for America’s 250th anniversary celebration,” The Rocket City Space Fest will be a five-day community celebration of Huntsville’s pivotal role in

  • Fri 17

    Rocket City Space Fest

    July 17 Rocket City Space Fest
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Described as an “after-party for America’s 250th anniversary celebration,” The Rocket City Space Fest will be a five-day community celebration of Huntsville’s pivotal role in

  • Sat 18

    Rocket City Space Fest

    July 18 Rocket City Space Fest
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Described as an “after-party for America’s 250th anniversary celebration,” The Rocket City Space Fest will be a five-day community celebration of Huntsville’s pivotal role in

  • Sun 19

    Rocket City Space Fest

    July 19 Rocket City Space Fest
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Described as an “after-party for America’s 250th anniversary celebration,” The Rocket City Space Fest will be a five-day community celebration of Huntsville’s pivotal role in

  • Mon 20

    Rocket City Space Fest

    July 20 Rocket City Space Fest
    U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Described as an “after-party for America’s 250th anniversary celebration,” The Rocket City Space Fest will be a five-day community celebration of Huntsville’s pivotal role in

  • September 2026

  • Fri 4

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 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

  • Sat 5

    Huntsville Ghost Walk

    September 5 @ 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

    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

  • 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

  • Thu 17
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    Pooches & PUPkins

    September 17 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

    The paw-fect way to celebrate fall awaits at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Pooches & PUPkins event! From 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cedar Glade

  • 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

  • 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

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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. 

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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