🎨 Panoply Weekend

Happy Friday!

Tomorrow marks the 1-year anniversary of the Huntsville Explorer newsletter. It’s hard to believe it’s been a year already.

I sent the first newsletter to 775 people, and I am sending today’s newsletter to 13,000 people. I can only imagine where we will be in another year.

Whether you’ve been reading this newsletter since the very beginning or joined us later on, I’m glad you’re here!

Alrighty, enough of the sappy stuff! I’ve got 4 tickets to the Alabama Plant Show at the VBC on May 4 to give away.

I’ll be sending 2 tickets to 2 winners. This giveaway is open to everyone, and you can enter for free here.

I’ll announce the winner on Tuesday.

Let’s get to it!

👨‍🚀 Blast Off

🎨 Everything You Need to Know for Panoply Weekend

Panoply returns to Big Spring Park this weekend (April 25–27), bringing three full days of art, music, food, and family fun!

This year, over 100 artists will showcase paintings, sculptures, and more in the Art Marketplace. Browse one-of-a-kind creations from festival veterans and meet over 40 new vendors!

This year’s festival will also feature live music from 20+ local artists. There will be performers from all genres, including jazz, rock, R&B, blues, pop, and more!

If you’ve never been to Panoply, the festival is family-friendly, and there will be plenty of STEAM fun and interactive booths with hands-on activities.

There will also be food trucks on-site offering local flavors.

Here’s a quick look at the schedule:

• Friday, April 25: 5–9 PM

• Saturday, April 26: 10 AM–9 PM

• Sunday, April 27: 11 AM–6 PM

Tickets are $15 for a day pass or $20 for a weekend pass (online only before 4 PM Friday). Kids 12 and under get in free!

The team at Arts Huntsville has put together a pretty handy resource that includes FAQs, links to buy tickets, and a Festival Map. You can find it here.

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🚀 Taking Flight

🪦 A New Local History Tour

The creators of the Huntsville Ghost Walk have announced a new history tour at Maple Hill Cemetery called the Civil War Bones Tours.

The tour will share stories of Union and Confederate soldiers buried at Maple Hill. Their true stories involve spies, escapes, hidden gold, and Huntsville locals who lived through the war.

Highlights include figures connected to Lincoln, Fort Sumter, and the Immortal 600. The walking tour begins at the Unknown Confederates plot near Wells Avenue and is a powerful way to explore local Civil War history.

The tours take place every Sunday in April and May at 2 PM and last around 90 minutes. Tickets are $15 per person. More info about the tours and tickets can be found here.

📚 Independent Bookstore Day

This Saturday (April 26) is Independent Bookstore Day, and we want to shout out two of our favorite local bookstores.

The Snail on the Wall (816 Wellman Avenue) will be celebrating with hidden Golden Tickets that can be redeemed for free audiobooks for a year, drawings, giveaways, and more. Drop in anytime between 10 AM-5 PM.

The Bookwyrm (7914 Memorial Pkwy SW Ste. B6) is also celebrating with flash giveaways and fun bookish surprises. Drop in anytime between 10 AM-6 PM.

Independent Bookstore Day is the perfect time to shop local and find your next great read!

🍞 New Bakery Now Open in Madison

HeartBaker Bakery is bringing fresh-baked love to Madison! This new spot blends Hispanic and Italian traditions with Southern flair.

We haven’t been able to stop by yet, but their treats look SO GOOD. They’ve got croissants, cookies, empanadas, and breads like sourdough and ciabatta. Their condensed milk pie and authentic cortado look amazing too.

All items are to-go for now, but indoor seating and a kids’ play area may be coming soon.

The owner’s name is Lucia Lissandrelli. Her daughter was born with Congenital Heart Disease, and she is making it her mission to raise awareness for CHD through HeartBaker Bakery. You can learn more about Lucia’s story here.

We are planning to drop in for a visit soon, and you should too!

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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.

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🗓️ Explore The Rocket City

Saturday, April 26

• Arbor Day 5K Race at Huntsville Botanical Garden: Celebrate Arbor Day with a morning run for all ages through the beautiful garden!

• Independent Bookstore Day at Snail on the Wall: Celebrate IBD with drawings, giveaways, and special sales!

• Plant Swap at Shenanigans: Bring your plants and plant items!

• Historic Walking Tour at Downtown Madison: A free, guided walking tour through historic Downtown Madison!

• Trash Pandas Home Game at Toyota Field: Cheer on the boys and meet the Zooperstars!

• Grand Opening at Tommy’s Carwash: There will be prizes, giveaways, and more!

• Charcuterie Board Making at Lowe Mill: Learn to create a festive charcuterie board perfect for all occasions!

• Introduction to Wheel Throwing at Burritt on the Mountain: Learn the basics of wheel throwing and create your own pottery!

• Earth Day Celebration at Madison Public Library: Celebrate Earth Day with author Heather Montgomery and tons of fun activities!

• Pick & Grow at University Pickers: Swap plants and gardening tips with other local plant lovers!

• Spring Fling at Guess Creek Antiques: There will be raffles, gift bags, and snacks throughout the day!

• Community Yard Sale at Hampton Cove and McMullen Cove: Score some deals at hundreds of different yard sales!

• Noche Latina at La Esquina Cocina: Grab your crew, dress to impress, and dance all night!

• 80s Pub Crawl at Downtown Huntsville: Dress in your best neon and enjoy an 80s-themed night out!

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

• Navy Brass Quintet at Lowe Mill A&E: Enjoy patriotic tunes, Broadway hits, and more from a dynamic brass ensemble!

• Pictures and Planets Concert at Madison United Methodist: Join the Madison City Community Orchestra as they take a musical journey through the planets!

Sunday, April 27

• Trash Pandas Home Game at Toyota Field: Cheer on the boys and meet Bluey!

• Huntsville City FC Home Game at Wicks Family Field: Cheer on the boys as they take on Inter Miami CF II!

• Run Rocket City Night at Wicks Family Field: Participate in a 5K Fun Run before the game!

• Sunday Brunch at Elks Lodge: A spectacular brunch buffet that’s only $12 per person!

• Community Hike at Rainbow Mountain: Join Fitness of the Move for a free community hike!

• Peter Pan at the VBC: It’s your last chance to fly away to Neverland!

• New South Wrestling at Furniture Factory Downtown: Wrestling on the patio!

• US Navy Band Brass Quintet at Stovehouse: Don’t miss the Brass Quintet perform live!

• Silverstein at Mars Music Hall: The band is celebrating 25 years of rocking the stage with the 25 Years of Noise Tour!

• Cousin Curtiss Duo at Tangled String: Experience a high-energy blend of blues, rock, and folk with the Cousin Curtiss Duo in an intimate setting!

Monday, April 28

• Not much happening today!

Tuesday, April 29

• Star Wars Trivia at Dave and Buster's: Test your knowledge from a galaxy far, far away!

• Harry Potter Trivia at The Casual Pint: Put your Hogwarts knowledge to the test!

• Bible Trivia at Whataburger: Bring your Bible brains and holy humor for a fun-filled night of trivia!

• A Jazzy Affair at Tangled String: Help the Huntsville Music Collective close out the season with an evening of jazz!

• Wyatt Flores at Mars Music Hall: Don’t miss your chance to catch the Welcome Back to the Plains Tour live!

Thanks for making it to the end!

Have a great weekend!