📆 7 Things To Do This Weekend

A look ahead at the weekend, plus Big Spring Park is getting a 2.4 acre expansion and the Rocket City Softball Showcase announces a schedule change.

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Andrew Smith
February 18, 2025

Happy Tuesday!

I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend!

Did you see that we might be getting some snow on Wednesday? Crazy!

On another note, if you missed the announcement, we are giving away two tickets to the Huntsville Havoc game on February 22.

All Premium Explorers will automatically be entered. So, if you’d like a chance to win, be sure to join our membership.

I’ll be contacting the winner tomorrow and will announce it in the Friday newsletter.

Alrighty, let’s get to it!

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👨‍🚀 Blast Off

📆 7 Things To Do This Weekend

There’s lots to do in Huntsville this weekend! Here are seven events to put on your calendar:

🎭 Sleeping Beauty and the Big Green Pea

Enjoy a magical twist on a classic fairy tale with Fantasy Playhouse’s family-friendly production!

Various showtimes are available from Friday, February 21, to Sunday, February 23, at Von Braun Center Playhouse (700 Monroe Street Nw). Ticket prices start at $10. Get Tickets.

🍹 Cocktails and Cosmos: Red Rovers, Red Rovers

Sip creative cocktails while learning what the Mars Perseverance and Ingenuity Rovers have been up to over the last four years! This unique experience takes place at the Space and Rocket Center’s Intuitive Planetarium on Friday, February 21.

Doors open at 6:15 PM for the 7 PM presentation. Admission starts at $17. Get tickets.

🎨 Free Admission at the Museum of Art

Celebrate Youth Art Month with free admission to the Huntsville Museum of Art! Visit on Sunday, February 23, from 12:00 to 5:00 PM to tour the museum for free. More info.

🎶 The Zooks 25th Anniversary Show

Rock out with The Zooks as they celebrate 25 years of music! The show starts at 7 PM on Saturday, February 22, at The Electric Belle (3414 Governors Dr SW).

The show is free and fun for all ages! More info.

🌱 Plant Swap

Trade plants and gardening tips with fellow enthusiasts! The swap takes place on Saturday, February 22, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Shenanigans Comedy Theatre (2650 Leeman Ferry Rd SW).

The event is free and open to anyone! More info.

🏫 Three Tails ReSale $5 Bag Sale

Find amazing deals at this budget-friendly shopping event! For just $5, you can fill a bag with thrifted clothing and accessories.

Stop by Three Tails ReSale (650 Pratt Ave NW ) on Saturday, February 22, from 9 AM to 4 PM to participate in the sale. Bags are provided and multiple bags may be purchased! More info.

🐟️ February Fish Swap

Find rare fish, corals, and supplies while connecting with fellow aquarium hobbyists at the February Fish Swap! This free event is on Saturday, February 22, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Optimist Park Recreation Center (703 Oakwood Ave NE).

The event is hosted by the North Alabama Society of Aquatics, and a raffle will be held at noon to raise funds for future events. More info.

🚀 Taking Flight

🌳 Big Spring Park East Expansion

Big Spring Park East is getting a major upgrade! The City of Huntsville has unveiled a new plan to add 2.4 acres to the park and make it more accessible to the community.

The former City Hall building located at 308 Fountain Circle will be removed to add 2.4 acres to the park.

The new space will include plazas and a pavilion. The project will also expand existing green spaces, repair walking paths, and improve lighting.

Construction will begin soon after the old City Hall is demolished, with debris removal taking up to five months. The expansion plans can be found here.

🚨 Rocket City Softball Showcase Schedule Change

The Rocket City Softball Showcase has updated its schedule due to expected bad weather. Initially set to start on Wednesday, the event will now kick off on Tuesday (today) instead.

Games will pause on Wednesday and Thursday due to the cold weather and the chance for snow. The Showcase will then resume on Friday.

This event brings together multiple college softball teams across the region to compete. Tickets start at $20 per day. The new schedule can be found here.

🪁 Soar into Spring Kite Festival

Enjoy a FREE fun-filled day for the whole family at the Soar into Spring Kite Festival! The 13th annual event will be at John Hunt Park (2195 Jaycee Way) on March 1 from 11 AM to 3 PM.

This free event raises awareness for the Ray of Hope Foundation, which supports victims of domestic abuse, assault, and trafficking. Bring your own kite or purchase one on-site, and watch the sky fill with color! Food trucks, live entertainment, and activities for all ages will also be available. Event details can be found here.

🏃 Monte Sano Trail Paving Project

Hiking at Monte Sano is about to get even better! The City of Huntsville is partnering with the Land Trust of North Alabama to pave Toll Gate Trail.

The City will match $500,000 in funds raised by the Land Trust, totaling $1,000,000 in funding for the project. This improvement will boost safety while keeping the area’s natural beauty intact.

The 10-foot-wide pathway will connect the Bankhead Parkway parking lot to the trail into Monte Sano State Park via Fearn Street. Construction details will be released soon. Details about the project can be found here.

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📽️ Reel of the Week

If you’ve never been to Harrison Brothers in Downtown Huntsville, you’re missing out! Check out our visit:

🗓️ Explore The Rocket City

Got a fun event coming up? Let us know about it!

Framing the Future at The Orion

Enjoy FREE showcase of talent, creativity, and vision on February 21. The event will feature the work of local Black photographers in celebration of Black History Month. More info.

Silent Book Club at The Orion

A FREE Silent Book Club on February 26 with no assigned readings, deadlines, discussion questions, or small talk required! More info.

Wednesday, February 19

  • Trivia Night at InnerSpace: A fun night of trivia and prizes!

  • It’s All About Port at The Wine Cellar: This Port wine tasting will take you on a journey through its unique styles and pairings!

  • Live Music at Tangled String: Danny Davis will perform live!

  • Live Music at the Huntsville Traditional Music Association Studio: Alan Little will perform live!

  • Live Music at Mad Malts: Gary Wolf will perform live!

  • Live Music at St. Stephens: Dylan Johnson from The Alabama Heathens will perform live!

Thursday, February 20

  • Uncork and Unwind at Charlie Foster’s: A free wine tasting with an expert guide!

  • Music Bingo at The Casual Pint: Grab your friends for a fun night of music bingo and prizes!

  • $5 After 5 PM at the Museum of Art: Kevin Richardson will perform live!

  • Hip Hop Live at The Camp: Local artists will bring high-energy performances to the stage!

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

  • Live Music at St. Stephens: Joe Canada will perform live!

Friday, February 21

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Thanks for making it to the end!

I’ll be back in your inbox on Friday!