🎶 Summer of Music

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👨‍🚀 Blast Off

🎶 Huntsville’s Summer of Music

Nothing brings people together quite like live music, and this summer, Huntsville is packed with outdoor concerts in some of the city’s most scenic spots. Whether you’re jamming riverside, watching the sunset on top of the mountain, or sipping local brews, there’s a summer concert for everyone.

Here are a couple of concert series to put on your calendar:

• Camp to Amp Festival – May 17 at The Orion (Free)

• Concerts on the Dock – May 16, 23 & 30 at Lowe Mill (Free, $10 parking)

• City Lights & Stars – May 30–September 26 at Burritt on the Mountain ($30+)

• Summer Sunset Series – May 14–Aug 12 at Ditto Landing (Free, 2nd Tuesdays)

• Concerts in the Park – June –August at Big Spring Park (Free, Mondays at 6:30 PM)

• Sounds of Summer – May 29–July 10 at Homeplace Park in Madison (Free, every 2 weeks)

• 805 After Five – May 9–October 16 at Campus 805 (Free, 3rd Thursdays)

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🚀 Taking Flight

⚾ Trash Pandas Secret Identities

If you plan on catching a game at Toyota Field this Summer, you may be in for a big surprise. The Trash Pandas are changing their name for a few games next month.

They will be called “The Bama Butts” on June 13 and “The Alabama White Sauce” on June 14. This is all in celebration of North Alabama’s contributions to the world of Southern BBQ!

You can expect new uniforms for the team and plenty of pulled pork at each game!

🚒 Heroes on the Block Party

Huntsville first responders are throwing a FREE party for the whole community this Saturday at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center.

You can expect plenty of fun for the whole family, including free food, inflatables, music, and even a petting zoo. 

☕ Free Coffee Every Morning at the Lumberyard

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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, May 17

• Rosie’s Plaza Spring Festival at Rosie’s Mexican Cantina: A free event for the whole family with snow cones, door prizes, and a chance to pet a llama and alpaca!

• Camp to Amp at The Orion: The festivities start at The Camp, go ALL throughout the streets of MidCity, and continue at the Orion!

• South Huntsville Cleanup Day at Bell Mountain Park: Lend a hand and help clean up South Huntsville!

• Rocket City BBQ & Soul Fest at NSS Conference Center: Indulge in delicious BBQ and groove to live soulful music all day!

• HPD Annual Block Party at Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center: Join HPD and the Fire Department for a free community block party with food, inflatables, giveaways, and more!

• The Roaring Twenties at Signals Museum: Local vintage percussionist Brad Clasgen explains how a 1929 portable Victrola phonograph would have made you the "life of the party" in Depression Era America.

• Huntsville City FC Home Game at Wicks Family Field: Catch the boys in blue in action against Chattanooga FC!

• Cornerstones of Freedom Walking Tour at Harrison Brothers: Walk in the footsteps of Huntsville's pioneering Black business and civic leaders!

• Rock Trolls at Huntsville Botanical Gardens: Take your kids on a troll garden adventure and craft your own rock trolls!

• Grand Opening at Mountain High Clift Farm: The first 100 people will get a free swag bag and gift card!

• Yoga by the River at Hays Nature Preserve: Enjoy a free yoga class along the Flint River!

• Yoga Pop Up at Toyota Field: Enjoy a free yoga class in the outfield at Toyota Field!

• Fitness in the Park at John Hunt: Join M.E.R.C. Fitness Asylum for a free Zumba class!

• Bee Day Haiku Hike at Blevins Gap: Discover nature and poetry with the Land Trust of North AL!

• May Brunch at Tupelo Honey: Enjoy chef-inspired Southern cuisine and handcrafted cocktails at this brunch event

• Music Bingo at Yellowhammer: Test your knowledge of the early 2000s with themed musical bingo!

• Shower Steamers and Bath Bombs Workshop at Lemon and Lavender: Craft your own spa-worthy shower steamers or bath bombs in this fun workshop!

• Planter Boxes Workshop at Hammer and Stain: Create your own decorative wooden planter boxes in this evening workshop!

• Secondhand Souls at Maggie Meyers: Enjoy an evening of live music, food, and drinks with Secondhand Souls!

• Colby Acuff at Rocket City Honky Tonk: Don’t miss an evening of live music with Colby Acuff!

Sunday, May 18

• Weird Kids Art Show at Shenanigans: Come check out art made by self-proclaimed weird kids!

• Bored Teachers at the VBC: Laugh out loud with teacher-comedians sharing hilarious classroom stories!

• Step Into the Wild at Monte Sano State Park: Join Christy Scott and lululemon on a scenic hike open to all experience levels!

• Crawfish Boil at Lost Highway Lounge: Enjoy crawfish, beignets, and live music at this all-ages Sunday Funday event!

• Saint Heels at The Orion: Unleash your alter ego in this empowering adult dance class for all skill levels!

• Buffalo Nichols at Tangled String Studios: Experience heartfelt blues and folk music in an intimate setting!

Monday, May 19

• Monday Run-Day at Running Lane: Make some new friends and enjoy a free community run!

• Paint a Pair of Pilsners Workshop at Back Forty: Join Wine and Design and create your own customized artwork on your set of beer glasses!

Tuesday, May 20

• The Office Trivia at Casual Pint: All those hours of watching The Office might finally come in handy!

• Grilling Tools at Burritt on the Mountain: Learn basic forging by making grilling tools like a spatula and a steak turner!

• Berries, Berries, Berries at Downtown Huntsville Library: Learn about various types of berries, when to plant them, and more!

• A Tribute To Coheed And Cambria at Stovehouse: Celebrate Coheed and Cambria with a night of epic covers and fan favorites!

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