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Wild and Scenic Film FestivalFRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 2019, 6 – 9PM |
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The Alabama Rivers Alliance, Energy Alabama and Flint River Conservation Association (FRCA) are once again excited to sponsor the 6th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Huntsville, a night of short documentary films and conversation with the community. These award-winning films, combining beautiful cinematography and first-rate storytelling, inform, inspire and ignite solutions to restore the earth while creating a positive future for the next generation. The film festival also features the 2018 films from the Southern Exposure film fellowship program, highlighting Alabama experiences, places, and issues.
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What: Madison County Public Library Grand Opening
When: Saturday, January 26, 2018 10:00AM-4:00PM
Where: 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison, Alabama 35758
Cost: Free
What: A brand new production of The Sound of Music is coming to the Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill you with renditions of world-famous songs such as “Climb Ev’ry Mountain”, “My Favorite Things”, and the title song.
When: Friday, January 26 - Sunday, January 28; click here to purchase tickets and find times: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_header_search&user_input=von+braun+sound+of+music&q=von+braun+sound+of+music
Where: Von Braun Center
Cost: $30 per person
Skating in the Park
What: This Huntsville Tradition is now bigger and better than ever!
Skating Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 4– 9 pm
Friday: 4 pm – Midnight
Saturday: 10 am – Midnight
Sunday: 12pm – 8 pm
Where: Big Spring Park; 200 Church Street, Huntsville, AL 35801
Cost: ages 10+: $10; ages 9 and under: $5; $5 skate rental, $5 scooter rental
New Year's Eve at HSV Times Square!
What: Celebrate New Years in beautiful Down Town Huntsville! FREE, family friendly, street festival. We will have live bands, food trucks, a DJ, lighting shows, and a one of a kind count down at midnight! Be there or be SQUARE!
When: Sunday, December 31st 7pm to midnight!
Where: Huntsville Times Square: 228 East Holmes Avenue
Huntsville, Alabama 35801 (corner of Greene St and Holmes Ave)
Cost: Free Admission
Kris Kringle's Candlelight Christmas
What: Burritt on the Mountain invites everyone to our traditional holiday celebration, Kris Kringle's Candlelight Christmas, on December 2nd and 3rd from 5-9 p.m. The star-lit mountain will be mirrored by more than 600 candles, adding to the nostalgic feel of the holidays. Music will be heard throughout the mansion and the park, and cider, cookies, and tasty figgy pudding will keep us warm.
Santa's Village
What: All ages will delight in visiting the Claus’ house, meeting Santa’s reindeer, the North Pole elves, and Santa! Snow shows, craft projects, and musical entertainment all add to the fun at the Village Santa Calls Home! Come see Santa’s Magic Garden! This magical garden will come to life right before your eyes. Christmas trees will talk and sing, while holiday lights magically keep up the beat. There are lots to see and do in the magical village that Santa calls home! Santa’s Magic Garden is sponsored by Jerry Damson
When: Every night from 5:00 - 9:00PM until Dec 23
Where: Alabama Constitution Village: 109 Gates Avenue Southeast, Huntsville, AL 35801
Cost: $5 per person
A Christmas Carol
Veterans Day Parade
What: Huntsville will honor our country's veterans with a grand parade at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. The parade route includes the Veterans Memorial on Monroe Street.
When: Saturday, November 11, 2017, 11AM
Where: Corner of Monroe Street and Jefferson Street
Galaxy of Lights - Walking Nights
What:Galaxy of Lights is a holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays. See Santa soaring over a delightful winter village. Nursery rhyme characters dance and frolic among traditional scenes of the season. And, best of all, experience the magic of the twinkling icicle forest.
Galaxy of Lights is the perfect holiday treat for the young and young-at-heart.
Walking Nights:Friday, Nov 10 – Tuesday, Nov 14 | 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Dog Nights: Friday, Nov 17 – Tuesday, Nov 21 | 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Where: Botanical Gardens, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave, Huntsville, AL 35805
Cost: Members Adults $6, Children$3 Dogs $1; Non-Members: Adults $7, Childre $4, Dogs $1
A Christmas Story Play
What: A Christmas Story by Philip Grecian, Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark
What: MOTOWN THE MUSICAL is Broadway’s record-breaking smash hit that tells the true story behind the beat that changed minds, touched lives, and took the world by storm. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations – MOTOWN THE MUSICAL shows how these legendary artists, and so many more, created the soundtrack that transformed America. With over 40 classic songs such as “My Girl,” “What’s Going On,” “Dancing in the Street,” “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” this explosive theatrical event is the next chapter of Motown’s incredible history – and an experience you’ll never forget.
What: The Food Truck All Stars are widely talented chefs and they're going to show off their best breakfast creations at the 2nd to last Battle! Join us at AM Booth's Lumberyard from 7-11 am on Saturday the 14th and get fueled up for football, house projects, or whatever your fall Saturday holds!
When: Saturday, October 14, 2017, 7:00 – 11:00am
Where: AM Booth Lumberyard 120 Cleveland Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801
Cost: Free event; food costs vary
What:2nd Annual Great OUTDOOR Expo What better place to experience an OUTDOOR EXPO than OUTDOORS? What better place to see the latest in RVs and Camping than a CAMPGROUND? What better place to check out the newest boats than a MARINA? Yes, we will have displays from all facets of Outdoor Experiences – Hunting, Fishing, Camping, RVing, Boating, Cycling, Watersports, Outdoor Live, and more! We will also have food trucks and other activities for the family!
Where:293 Ditto Landing Road, Huntsville, AL 35803
When: Saturday, September 30, 2017, 9am – 4pm
Cost: Admission is FREE! Parking is FREE!
Dog Fair
What: Dog Fair! It is attended by thousands of people each year, many bring their dogs, others adopt dogs from the local rescue groups and humane society. There are over 160 volunteers that help with the dog fair. We will have a microchipping clinic, six rings of activities where many people can participate with their dog, such as agility, rally, testing your dog's manners for AKC Canine Good Citizen, nose work, and other activities. There will be prizes, vendor displays, and tips on training your dog. Leashes are required.
Where: Monte Sano State Park 5105 Nolen Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Saturday, September 30, 2017, 9am – 3pm
Cost: $10 State Park Fee, Event is free to attend
What: The community creates wonderful interpretations of Scarecrows that are displayed throughout the Garden in the fall. Every year has a different theme and all entries always go above and beyond expectations! This is a great festival that you will not want to miss!
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Friday, Sep 29, 9am – 5pm; Saturday, Sep 30, 9am – 5pm; Sunday, October 1, 2017, 12 – 6pm
Cost: General Park Admission
What: Wine Festival: Walk in and receive a commemorative wine tasting glass to taste as much wine as your heart desires. There will be over 150 wines from all over the world including winery representatives to really guide you through the tasting process. Enjoy live music and wine inspired cuisine from local food trucks that will be available for purchase. There’s even a grape stomping area to raise awareness and money for Susie’s Wish Foundation. Cheers!
When: Saturday, September 16, 2017, 5 – 9pm
Where: Big Spring Park: 200 Church Street, Huntsville, AL 35801
Cost: $40-$130
What: Art Festival: The Monte Sano Art Festival has been an enjoyed tradition in Huntsville, Alabama for sixteen years. In 2017 we will continue to feature more than 140 of the region’s finest artists in an array of wonderful media. Along with the outdoor festival exhibitors, 2017 will continue to feature local food trucks and musicians throughout the park. This festival is always a highlight of the arts calendar!
When: Saturday, September 16, 2017, 9am – 5pm; Sunday, September 17 from 9:00 am – 4:00 p.m
Where:Monte Sano State Park: 5105 Nolen Avenue Huntsville, AL 358011
Cost: Admission is Free; Parking is $10 cash only
What: Family Campout: Campout activities include a hot dog dinner and a hay wagon ride to the Boeing-Toyota Amphitheatre for the ever popular Hoot In The Night owl show followed by star gazing with the Von Braun Astronomical Society, roasting marshmallows and a night sleeping under the stars in the Dogwood Grove! You bring the tent and bedding and we’ll provide the rest!!!
When: Friday, September 15, 5pm – Saturday, September 16, 2017, 8am
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden: 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville, AL 35805
Cost: Parent/Child $60; Family of Four $100; Extra Child or Parent $25
What: Fall Street Gathering - Pop-up boutiques with clothing, shoes, accessories, home goods, and more; a fashion show; and open entertainment district so you can stroll with a beverage of your choice!
Where: 100 Northside Square, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Friday from 5-8pm
Cost: Free Admission!
What: Jazz in the Park and Battle of the Food Trucks All-Star Edition
When: Sunday from 4-5pm
Where: Big Spring Park
Cost: Free Admission (food sold separately)!
What: 2017 Madison County Military Heritage Open House - Every year, the SOFH is dedicated to bringing together our military, our veterans, and most importantly, our community for an open house, with flying and static displays! Take a ride on a Vietnam era Huey. Price reduced this year to only $60 per ride. Youth ages 8-16 can ride in an airplane free with the Young Eagles program. Vendors, displays, food trucks, static aircraft, fly-bys and more. For more information, go to 
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden
When: Opens up Sept 1 - Oct 31
What: Scarecrows, Hay-bales, Sorghum Maze, Weekend Hayrides, Pumpkin Patch, Gilded Gourds
Cost: Children 3-18 $8, Adults $12 other discounts may apply.
Where: Brothers Hardware Store, located at 124 South Side Square
When: Promptly at 6PM
What: Hear stories from Huntsville’s haunted past and learn why the spirits remain. You choose one of three guided tours through the Twickenham District, the Old Town District, or the Downtown District.
Cost: Adults $10, Children 12 and below $5
