🗓️ 7 Things To Do This Weekend

A look ahead at what's going on this weekend, plus a new music festival and a store closing!

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Andrew Smith
January 14, 2025

Happy Tuesday!

I hope all 9,262 9,379 of you stayed safe in the snow! Every year, I hope that we will get at least one good day of snow, and this year didn’t disappoint!

However, it was nice to see the sun again yesterday, but it won’t last long. So enjoy it while you can!

Alrighty, let’s get to it!

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🗓️ 7 Things To Do This Weekend

Looking for fun and exciting activities to enjoy in Huntsville this weekend? From magical concerts to community cleanups, there’s something for everyone this weekend!

🧙‍♂️ Harry Potter Concert

Experience Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets with a live orchestra at the VBC. There will be a show on Friday, January 17, at 7:30 PM and Saturday, January 18, at 2 PM.

Watch the magic come alive as the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra plays along with the film. Get tickets.

🏒 Two Havoc Games

Cheer on the Huntsville Havoc this weekend as they host the Maycon Mayhem on Friday and Saturday.

Young fans can participate in Meet Bluey Night on Friday. On Saturday, the Havoc will raise money for the Huntsville Hospital NICU with Melissa George Night. Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased here.

⚽️ Citywide Sports Physicals

Prepare your student-athlete for the upcoming sports season with Citywide Physicals at the Huntsville Hospital Medical Mall.

This convenient event ensures athletes meet their physical requirements for just $10. No appointment is needed—simply drop by and get ready for the season ahead! More info.

♻️ MLK Jr. Day of Service Cleanup

Give back to your community with a city-wide cleanup on Saturday, January 18, from 9 to 11 AM. Volunteers will meet at Campus 805 to clean up the surrounding areas to honor Dr. King’s legacy of service. More info.

🚤 Huntsville Boat Show

From January 16 to 19, visit the Von Braun Center South Hall to explore the latest boats and gear. Single-day admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children under 12. The full schedule and links to purchase tickets are available here.

🎄 Operation Christmas Cleanup

You can recycle your Christmas tree and other holiday items on Saturday, January 18, from 8 to 11 AM at John Hunt Park. Live trees, cardboard, and electronics are all accepted. Old trees will be turned into mulch for city playgrounds. More info.

🌼 Gardening with Kids

Bring the little ones to create a terrarium at Huntsville Botanical Garden on Saturday, January 18, at 10 AM. This fun, hands-on activity is designed to spark a love for gardening in kids of all ages.

Tickets for one child and adult are $50 for members and $100 for non-members. Get tickets.

No matter your interests, Huntsville has plenty to offer this weekend. Mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and make the most of these exciting events!

🚀 Taking Flight

🎙️ The Orion’s Camellia Music & Arts Festival Announced

Mark your calendars for the first-ever Camellia Music & Arts Festival! The festival will be held April 25–27, 2025, at The Orion Amphitheater.

Headliners include Kehlani, Gucci Mane, J.I.D, and Big Boi, with performances by local artists and rising stars.

Before the festival, there will be a free Camellia Community Day. It will feature live performances, local vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Tickets go on sale January 17 at 10:00 AM. You can sign up for pre-sale access here.

⚾️ Trash Pandas Tickets Go On Sale This Friday

The Trash Pandas’ 2025 season begins on April 4 at Toyota Field against the Chattanooga Lookouts. Single-game tickets will be on sale starting January 17.

Prices for general admission start as low as $8. Throughout the season, there will be exciting, family-friendly events, such as fireworks, Ladies’ Night, Tito’s Dog Days, and more.

To get the best prices, it’s best to buy tickets directly from the team’s website, box office, or by phone.

⚽️ Huntsville City FC Preseason Schedule

Huntsville City FC is preparing for the 2025 season with six preseason games. Four will be played at home (John Hunt Park and Wicks Family Field), while the others will be played in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and Austin, Texas.

Here are the dates for the four home games:

  • January 25: HCFC vs Lindsey Wilson College at John Hunt Park

  • February 19: HCFC vs University of Alabama in Huntsville at John Hunt Park

  • February 22: HCFC vs Birmingham Legion at John Hunt Park

  • March 1: HCFC vs Chattanooga Red Wolves SC at Wicks Family Field

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here. Individual tickets start at $10, and bundles are $22.50. Season ticket holders also get special access to some games. 

🖇️ Office Depot on Memorial Parkway Is Closing

The Office Depot at 2306 Memorial Pkwy SW (between Bob Wallace and Governors) is closing due to high renovation costs. The manager told Huntsville Explorer that the renovation would have cost $3 million.

As the store closes its doors, shoppers can find discounts of up to 50% off everything in the store. No official closing date has been announced, so act fast for deals!

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Wednesday, January 15

  • Shelter Pack Walk at Huntsville Animal Services: Help the shelter walk dogs so they can have some fresh air and exercise!

  • Foster’s Reserve Premium Tasting at Stovehouse: Experience the bold, smooth, and unexpected sides of Pinot Noir!

  • Wicked Sing-Along at Shenanigans: Sing along to your favorite songs and come dressed in a costume to win a prize!

  • Bingo Night at The Camp: Free to play and tons of prizes!

  • How I Met Your Mother Trivia at InnerSpace Brewing: Grab your grew and test your HIMYM knowledge!

  • Live Music at Stovehouse: Dave Anderson will perform live!

  • Live Music at Lowe Mill: Mike Ball will perform live at the Huntsville Traditional Music Association Studio!

  • Live Music at St. Stephens: Clayton Albrecht will perform live!

  • Live Music at Rhythm on Monroe: Josh Allison will perform live!

  • Live Music at Mad Malts: The Keychains will perform live!

Thursday, January 16

  • Tropical Escapes Cocktail Class at The Orion: Trade the winter chill for island vibes!

  • Huntsville Boat Show at the VBC: Shop from local dealers with hundreds of boats on display (Jan 16-19)!

  • Line Dancing Night at The Electric Belle: Grab your boots and crew and hit the dance floor!

  • Dine to Donate at Jefferson’s Hampton Cove: Tell your server you’re there for The Learning Center, and 20% of your bill will be donated!

  • Pop-Up Botox Party at Shutter and Shear: There will be deals, discounts, and plenty of injections!

  • $5 After 5 PM at the Museum of Art: Look at the art while Stings of Pearly Chamber Ensemble performs!

  • House Concert at Flourish and Fine Art Gallery: A fun night of live music surrounded by beautiful art!

  • Live Music at The Camp: Josh Allison will perform live!

  • Live Music at St. Stephens: Gorrio’s Coin on a Box will perform live!

  • Live Music at Furniture Factory Downtown: Brandon Elder will perform live!

Friday, January 17

🎲 Headline Hunt

If you like Wordle, see if you can guess this five-letter Huntsville-themed word!

Thanks for making it to the end. I appreciate each and every one of you who read our newsletter. I hope you have a great week!

I’ll be back in your inbox on Friday!