Huntsville Weekend Events: August 16-18

A lively scene from the Huntsville weekend festival featuring food trucks and attendees enjoying various activities.

Huntsville, AL, August 28, 2025 News Summary This weekend, Huntsville will host a variety of events, including National Model Aviation Day, a Luau Night with Huntsville City FC, and a Sensory-Friendly Swim Event. Residents and visitors can participate in craft festivals, enjoy flight demonstrations, and attend a unique swim event designed for comfort. Other activities include […]

Nashville to Showcase North Alabama Artists at AMERICANAFEST

North Alabama artists performing at a music festival in Nashville

Nashville, August 22, 2025 News Summary North Alabama artists are preparing to take the stage at AMERICANAFEST in Nashville, where they will participate in two significant events organized by the Huntsville Music Office. From a tribute to Muscle Shoals to a lively showcase of Huntsville talent, these free events aim to highlight the region’s vibrant music […]

Huntsville Honors Vietnam War Veterans with Ceremony

Ceremony honoring Vietnam War veterans in Huntsville

Huntsville, August 20, 2025 News Summary Huntsville, Alabama hosted a poignant pinning ceremony to honor Vietnam War veterans from Alabama’s Fifth Congressional District. Led by Congressman Dale Strong, the event recognized veterans who served from November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975. A total of 40 commemorative pins were awarded during the ceremony, with additional pins […]

Huntsville’s South Star Music Festival Canceled for 2025

Crowd enjoying a music festival at John Hunt Park

Huntsville, AL, August 16, 2025 News Summary The City of Huntsville has announced the cancellation of the South Star Music Festival for 2025 after challenges at its inaugural event, including severe weather and logistical issues. Organizers C3 Presents will focus on upgrading festival grounds and completing a major expansion of the Ice Sports Center. Despite the […]

Alabama Crimson Tide to Compete in 2025 Rocket City Classic

College basketball game between Alabama Crimson Tide and Kennesaw State Owls.

Huntsville, Alabama, August 15, 2025 News Summary The Alabama Crimson Tide will take on Kennesaw State in the Rocket City Classic at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville. This game marks Alabama’s second consecutive appearance in the event, following their successful run last year. The matchup features Kennesaw State’s Antoine Pettway, a former Alabama player, adding […]

Huntsville Prepares for Perseid Meteor Shower

Night sky during the Perseid Meteor Shower viewed from Huntsville

Huntsville, August 12, 2025 News Summary Huntsville is set to witness the dazzling Perseid Meteor Shower, peaking overnight from August 11 to August 12, promising up to 100 meteors per hour. Residents are encouraged to head outdoors after 11 PM to catch this celestial spectacle. While the waning gibbous moon may affect visibility, stargazers can enhance […]

Huntsville Hosts Update on Disability Advocacy

Conference on Disability Advocacy in Huntsville

Huntsville, AL, August 10, 2025 News Summary The Disability Resource Network in Huntsville, AL, will welcome Maria Town, CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities, on August 27. The event will mark the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will include updates on the current state of disability rights in […]

Huntsville Hosts UAB Freshman Send-Off Event

Students mingling at the UAB Freshman Send-Off Event in Huntsville.

Huntsville, August 8, 2025 News Summary The University of Alabama at Birmingham organized a Freshman Send-Off event in Huntsville, gathering nearly 300 incoming students to foster connections with future classmates and UAB alumni. Held at Stovehouse, the event aimed to ease the transition to college life by promoting networking among students. With about 2,100 freshmen expected […]

Huntsville Celebrates 100th Show at Orion Amphitheater

A lively concert scene at the Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville.

Huntsville, August 3, 2025 News Summary The Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville celebrated its 100th show, highlighting its popularity and announcing the plans for a new mid-sized venue. This venue aims to enhance the local music scene by accommodating between 2,500 and 3,000 attendees, filling a gap currently present in Huntsville’s offerings. TVG’s acquisition of the Lumberyard […]

Huntsville Welcomes New Wine Bars and a Micro-Winery

Interior view of a wine bar with wine bottles and seating

News Summary Huntsville has enhanced its wine culture with the opening of two new wine bars, The Providence Bar and The Vine & Oak, alongside the Church Street Wine Shoppe and La Famiglia Vineyards & Winery. These establishments offer unique experiences for wine enthusiasts and contribute to the local economy, showcasing the city’s growing commitment […]