🎶A New Music Venue

Happy Friday!

It’s hard to believe that March has come and gone! Where did the time go?

Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway for the candle-making date night class at Studio 11. Congrats to Sabrina S. on winning the tickets.

On another note, I’ve been busy putting together an April event calendar for our Premium Explorers, and there’s a lot of fun stuff coming up.

• Spring Market on Gates at Constitution Hall

• Titanic Maiden Voyage Dinner at Burritt

• Pup Palooza at The Orion

Just to name a few.

I’ll be sending the calendar to our Premium Explorers on Sunday. It’s a great way to plan ahead.

If you want to get it, make sure you become a Premium Explorer.

Alrighty, let’s get to it!

👨‍🚀 Blast Off

🖼️ Ditto Landing Venue Project Moves Forward

City officials have provided an update on the new event venue coming to Ditto Landing.

Madison County Commissioner Phil Riddick said they received final project bids on Thursday. The plan will turn the old State Docks building into a venue for concerts, weddings, and big events.

A smaller second building will also be added, with space for a restaurant. "Hopefully we can attract a good restaurateur down there to go and have a nice meal on the river,” Riddick said.

The original budget was $10 million, but the bids came in between $13 million and $14 million. Officials are looking at the design to see where they can lower costs before moving forward.

If the County Commission approves the plan on April 23, the project should be finished by October 2026. Construction could start as early as June 2025.

When it's done, Ditto Landing will have a beautiful new spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy events by the Tennessee River.

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🏡 Step Inside Your Dream Home

You're invited to the Grand Opening of the Parkside Model Home in Meridianville on Saturday, March 29, from 10 AM to 12 PM!

Step inside to experience modern design, thoughtful layouts, and top-tier craftsmanship in one of DSLD Homes' most inviting communities.

Whether you're actively house hunting or just curious, this is the perfect chance to explore Parkside and see what makes it special.

Plus, everyone who attends will be entered to win one of 3 amazing gift baskets!

Don't miss out on this exciting event—click below to RSVP for the open house!

🚀 Taking Flight

🌞 Spring and Summer Market Guide

The warm weather is here, and that means local markets are opening up across Huntsville! Whether you're looking for fresh produce, handmade goods, or a fun weekend outing, there's a market for you.

To help keep track of all the markets, we put together a big list of all the local farmer’s markets in Huntsville.

From longtime favorites like the Madison City Farmers Market to unique spots like the Lowe Mill Outdoor Market, now is the perfect time to support local vendors and stock up on seasonal goodies.

🍕 Razzo Pizzeria Grand Opening

Downtown Huntsville is getting a new go-to spot for sourdough pizza! Razzo Pizzeria is hosting its grand opening this weekend at 222 Holmes Avenue.

The Grand Opening will be this Saturday (11 AM - 11 PM) and Sunday (11 AM - 9 PM). The first 25 people in line on each day will get a free slice of cheese pizza.

Razzo’s will be serving up handcrafted pizzas, sandwiches, entrée salads, light desserts, and local beer on tap. Stop by, grab a slice, and celebrate Huntsville’s latest addition to the food scene.

🚨 Electric Slice Pizza Coming to Ownes Cross Roads

Electric Slice Pizza is bringing its fresh, fire-powered flavors to Owens Cross Roads and New Hope. Owner Nima Naderi promises handmade dough, top-quality ingredients, and fire-baked pies perfect for takeout or delivery.

The menu will feature creative options like Sweet Leaf, a pesto-base topped with feta, mushrooms, and sausage. For barbecue lovers, the Disco Chic offers a bold mix of barbecue sauce, onion, bacon, chicken, and herbs.

An opening date hasn’t been announced, but Nima says they could open as soon as next month! You can check out the menu here.

🌕 Moon Tree Planted at Monte Sano State Park

A piece of space history is growing in Monte Sano State Park! Leaders from Alabama State Parks, the Von Braun Society, and NASA gathered Thursday to celebrate the planting of a special Moon Tree.

This loblolly pine grew from seeds that traveled around the moon on the Artemis I mission. The tree stands near the John Scoble Memorial Pavilion and is the first Moon Tree ever given to an astronomical society.

Next time you're at the park, be sure to stop by and take a photo!

❤️ Premium Explorer Shoutout

Thank you to our Premium Explorers for making Huntsville Explorer possible and congrats to Sabrina S. on winning the candle-making class giveaway!

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🎵 Live Music Lowdown

All FREE music shows will be listed in the Live Music Lowdown section. Ticketed concerts will still be in the event calendar.

🗓️ Explore The Rocket City

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

Saturday, March 29

• Art Walk and Chalk at South Huntsville Public Library: A free family-friendly event that will transform the sidewalks into a vibrant outdoor gallery!

• Taste of Soul Family Festival at The Orion: Celebrate the soul of Huntsville with music, food, and fun!

• Gaelic Games at Piper and Leaf: A free taste of Scotland complete with games, musicians, and dancers!

• Grand Opening at the New Market Recreation Center: Come check out the new center and enjoy KONA Ice, a petting zoo, carnival games, and more!

• The Goodnight Train Ride at the North Alabama Railroad Museum: A night-time ride along the eastern end of the track!

• Mamma Mia at the VBC: The hit musical is making a stop in Huntsville!

• Book Ball at the Huntsville Botanical Gardens: An evening of dinner, drinks, dancing, games, and a silent auction to raise money for the Junior League!

• Huntsville Havoc Home Game at the VBC: Celebrate Military Night with free admission for all military!

• Greet the Team at Toyota Field: Come meet the Trash Pandas players ahead of opening night!

• Unclaimed Baggage Popup at the Space and Rocket Center: A crossover unlike no other with giveaways, games, and a mobile museum!

• Farmers Market Opening Day at Village of Providence: Shop local from dozens of different vendors!

• Tacos and Trivia at Cornerstone Community Church: A free evening of tacos and trivia!

• $5 Bag Sale at Three Tails ReSale: Fill up a bag of stuff for just $5!

• Charger Pickleball 101 at UAH: A free class that will teach you everything you need to know about playing pickleball!

• Countdown to Kindergarten at Madison Public Library: A chance for your 3-5 year old to explore and practice skills for a smooth transition into kindergarten!

• Yoga on the Green at BridgeStreet: A free yoga class hosted by Light on Yoga Fitness!

• Music Bingo at Yellowhammer: Test your knowledge of artists who have signed with the record label Motown!

• Ready Player One Laser Show at Campus 805: A celebration of pixels, blips, red buttons, and music from and inspired by video games!

• Raven Knights Dance Party at Ravenwood Meadery: A darkly enchanting dance party with swirling cloaks and a hypnotic beat!

• Shinyribs at Princess Theatre: Enjoy an evening of music from the Austin-based nine-piece supergroup led by Kevin Russell!

• Southern Culture of Skids at Rocket City Honky Tonk: Their music has been featured in movies and TV and parodied by Weird Al!

• Firewater Tent Revival at St. Stephens: Those crazy kids from Florida are back again to bring their psycho slamgrass sound to Huntsville!

Sunday, March 30

• The Huntsville Flea at The Roundhouse: Shop vintage clothing, vinyl records, home decor, antiques, collectibles, and more!

• The Market at MidCity: Shop locally from dozens of vendors!

• Flower Garden Cookie Class at Wine and Design: Learn how to create beautiful florals with various tips and icing types!

• Biscuit Making Workshop at Lemon and Lavender: A hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of making classic buttermilk biscuits from scratch!

• New South Pro Wrestling at Furniture Factory: A family-friendly wrestling event!

• MercyMe at the VBC: An evening of worship with the MercyMe and Zach Williams!

Monday, March 31

• Astronaut Book Signing at the Space and Rocket Center: Astronaut Charlie Camarda and former NASA engineer Homer Hickam will be signing copies of their new books!

• Ribbon Cutting at The Winchester: Come check out the property and explore the new apartments!

Tuesday, April 1

• Mother Earth Troll Garden Opening at Huntsville Botanical Gardens: Explore a living maze and experience the magic of one of the legendary trolls!

*Red boxes indicate a sponsored event

Thanks for making it to the end!

Have a great weekend!