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📆 7 Things To Do This Weekend
A look ahead at the weekend, plus a popular thrift store has moved and a local restaurant is raising money after a fire!
Andrew Smith
January 28, 2025
Happy Tuesday!
Monday has come and gone, and I hope all 9,641 9,750 of you are having a fantastic week so far!
Just a quick reminder that we are giving away two tickets to the Chocholate Walk on February 8. Tickets will sell out within minutes, but we were able to snag two passes ahead of time for our readers.
The only way to enter is to become a Premium Explorer. If you join, you’ll get tons of other perks, too. We will announce the winner on Friday!
Alrighty, let’s get to it!
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👨‍🚀 Blast Off
📆 7 Things To Do This Weekend
Looking for fun activities this weekend in Huntsville? Here are seven events you won't want to miss.
đź’“ The Dating Game: Find Your Valentine!
Join a game-show-inspired event where singles compete for a date. Hosted by Your Perfect Party and Lowe Mill, this event is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Date: February 1
Time: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: Lowe Mill, Second Floor Theater
Address: 2211 Seminole Drive
Admission: $10; free for contestants
🛍️ Makers Market
Explore a variety of handmade crafts and goods from local artisans. There will also be a pet adoption event with lovable pups and kittens waiting to be adopted!
Date: February 1
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Straight to Ale Brewing
Address: 2610 Clinton Ave W
Admission: Free
🎉 Mardi Gras at the Garden
Celebrate Mardi Gras with themed decorations, music, and activities. Enjoy a Madi Gras-inspired menu, vibrant decor, and specialty cocktails!
Date: February 1
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Address: 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW
Admission: $15 for adults; $10 for children
🎻 The Princess Bride in Concert
Enjoy Rob Reiner’s The Princess Bride like never before. Watch a screening of the classic film accompanied by the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra!
Date: February 1
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Von Braun Center Concert Hall
Address: 700 Monroe St SW
Tickets: Starting at $25
🏀 Harlem Globetrotters
Watch the famous basketball team perform their unique blend of sports and entertainment. There will be plenty of dunks, alley-oops, and laughs!
Date: February 2
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Von Braun Center Arena
Address: 700 Monroe St SW
Tickets: Starting at $20
💿️ Huntsville Vinyl Record Trail Kickoff
Join the launch of a one-of-a-kind trail connecting the city’s most beloved record stores. Whether you’re new to vinyl or a seasoned collector, this trail will be perfect for you!
Date: February 2
Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: AVIQ
Address: 1833 University Drive
Admission: Free
🏒 Huntsville Havoc Games
Join the Havoc at one (or both) of their home games this weekend! On January 31, the Havoc will honor the Scouts with Scoutdoors Night. On February 1, they will celebrate Chaos’s birthday with Youth Jersey Night!
Date: January 31 and February 1
Time: Both games begin at 7:00 PM
Location: Propst Arena in the Von Braun Center
Address: 700 Monroe St SW
Tickets: Starting at $15
Enjoy your weekend in Huntsville!
🚀 Taking Flight
🎊 Mary’s Pit BBQ Raising Money to Rebuild After Fire
The Toney family is raising funds to rebuild Mary’s Pit BBQ after a fire destroyed it on Friday. Located in Gurley, the restaurant has been a local favorite since 1958.
While the building was completely lost in the fire, fortunately, no injuries were reported. It seems an electrical issue caused the fire, and a police investigation is underway to determine the exact cause.
The GoFundMe campaign has raised over $6,000 but still needs more to reach its goal. If you donate, please email us the receipt. Huntsville Explorer will match donations up to $500.
🎨 First Friday Art Tours Are Back
First Fridays Art Tours are back by popular demand! Arts Huntsville is excited to bring back City Hall Public Art Tours starting February 7th.
These free tours are held at 4:30 PM on the first Friday of each month (except July). Guests will explore the "Our Civic Canvas" art collection inside City Hall.
Each tour is led by a docent and is limited to 50 people. Reserve your spot today and enjoy Huntsville’s amazing public art!
🛍️ South Huntsville Goodwill Moves to Bigger Location
Goodwill in South Huntsville has moved to a bigger store. They are now located at 8920 Memorial Parkway SW, where Mike’s Merchandise used to be.
The new location just opened this week. You can shop or drop off donations Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM or Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM.
🎊 Celebrate Mardi Gras at MidCity
Get ready for a spectacular Mardi Gras celebration at The Camp in MidCity from January 31 to March 4!
There will be authentic Cajun food, themed drinks, and amazing decorations. Live music plays every Thursday through Sunday. You can also enjoy King Cakes, beignets, bead necklaces, and fun Mardi Gras activities.
The event is free to enter and is kid- and pet-friendly! The experience will be open daily from noon to 11 PM. More info.
📽️ Reel of the Week
We stopped by Goodland Pourhouse and had a great meal! If you’re looking for a new restaurant to try, add this one to your list!
🗓️ Explore The Rocket City
Got a fun event coming up? Let us know about it!
Back to the Basics: Sustainable Living at The Orion
Discover practical ways to reduce waste and understand the importance of sustainable choices on Tuesday, January 28! Get tickets.
Silent Book Club at The Orion
Bring reading material of your choice – no assigned readings, deadlines, discussion questions, or small talk required. This is a FREE event on January 29. More info.
Wednesday, January 29
AEW Dynamite and Collision at Mars Music Hall: An action-packed night of professional wrestling!
Silent Book Club at The Orion: Bring reading material of your choice with no assigned readings, deadlines, discussion questions, or small talk required!
Bingo Night at The Camp: Grab your friends and enjoy a fun night of bingo!
Live Music at Mad Malts: The Keychains will perform live!
Live Music at Rhythm on Monroe: Josh Allison will perform live!
Live Music at St. Stephens: Lisa’s Joy will perform live!
Thursday, January 30
Nico Moon at Mars Music Hall: The These Are The Nights Tour is coming to Huntsville!
Candlelight Concerts at Stovehouse: Tributes to Adele and Queen like you’ve never heard before!
Foster’s Reserve Premium Tasting at Charlie Fosters: In-depth insights into each wine’s unique story, flavor profile, and pairing possibilities!
Digital Dating - Laughing Through the Cringe at Shenanigans Theatre: Join Akshay Ahuja as he celebrates his birthday by reliving his most cringe-worthy dating disasters!
Botox Party at Infinity Med-I-Spa: Grab the girls and enjoy some discounts on Botox!
Music Bingo at The Casual Pint: Bring your friends and enjoy a night of musical bingo!
$5 Chicken Gyros at Taziki’s: To celebrate the opening of its two new stores, all Taziki's locations will offer $5 gyros!
$5 After 5 PM at Huntsville Museum of Art: The Sandy River Ramblers will perform live!
Live Music at The Camp: Billy Abbott IV of The Fourth Element will perform live!
Live Music at St. Stephens: Chase Perryman will perform live!
Live Music at Furniture Factory Downtown: Brandon Elder will perform live!
Friday, January 31
Mardi Gras Kick Off at MidCity: Celebrate Mardi Gras with cajun food, jazz music, decorations, and more!
A Parisian Escape at Cotton Row: Transport yourself to the heart of France with an exclusive four-course menu!
Cocktails and Cosmos Universe Update at the Space and Rocket Center: A look back at what happened celestially in 2024!
Anti-Valentine’s Day at Stellas Elixir Lounge: No hearts, no flowers, just live music and special decor!
Build a Terrarium at Lowe Mill: Join Pure Joy Plants and learn how to build your own terrarium!
Huntsville Havoc Scoutdoor Night at the VBC: The Havoc will honor the Scouts and wear special camo-themed jerseys!
Parent’s Night Out at The Little Gym: Drop the kids off for a night of superhero fun while you enjoy a night out!
Homeschool Hangout at Divrgence: $10 of unlimited play for homeschool families!
Beer Drop at Straight to Ale: The official taproom drop of Foster Brother Belgian Dubbel!
Alabama RV Show at the VBC: Explore a wide variety of RVs!
Mustache the Band at Mars Music Hall: The world’s most powerful 90s country party band is making a stop in Huntsville!
Live Music at St. Stephens: Michael Prewitt and Aaron Bibelhauser will perform live!
Live Music at The Camp: Ricky Tate and the Wild Mountain Duo will perform live!
Live Music at Rhythm on Monroe: Scott Morgan will perform live!
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Thanks for making it to the end. Don’t forget to become a Premium Explorer if you’d like a chance to win our Chocholate Walk ticket giveaway.
I hope you have a great week!
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