📆 Weekend Preview

Happy Tuesday!

With schools getting out this week, summer break is officially here! We know you’re going to need plenty of things to do with your kids, and don’t worry, we’ll keep you in the know!

Oh, and a quick update on our Adventure Cards. I got the cards ordered this weekend, and they’re being printed as we speak. It looks like they probably won’t arrive until early June. So be on the lookout!

Also, a quick heads up, Memorial Day Weekend is almost here. There’s plenty to do, and we will break it down in the Friday newsletter.

Alrighty, let’s get to it!

👨‍🚀 Blast Off

📆 7 Things To Do This Weekend

🎡 Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair

May 23-25 | 1 PM | Toyota Field | $10+ | More Info 

This weekend is your last chance to hit the fairgrounds at Toyota Field! Make sure to bring the whole family for what will surely be a home run!

🌸 Garden Blooms Tea Party

May 23 | 12 PM | Piper & Leaf Constitution Park | $25 | More Info

A tea party fit for a Queen. Take in the beauty of spring with locally made tea and good company!

🎤 Laser Taylor Swift

May 24 | 6:30 PM | Campus 805 | $10 | More Info

Swifties, this one’s for you. Experience your favorite Taylor songs with a dazzling laser light show that spans all ten eras. Pop on your 3D glasses and enjoy some family-friendly fun!

🛍️ Shop Black Fest

May 24 | 2 PM | Butler Green at Campus 805 | Free | More Info 

Take some time this weekend to support black-owned businesses right here in Huntsville. Expect to see dozens of vendors lining the outside of Campus 805.

🌱 Spring Plant Share

May 24 | 2 PM | Blevins Gap Nature Preserve | Free | More Info

Do you have a green thumb? If so, now’s your chance to share your garden with the rest of the community. Feel free to make trades and connect with other gardeners from all over.

🎵 Old School and Blues Festival

May 24 | 11 AM | Huntsville Dragway | $80+ | More Info 

Several classic acts are hitting the racetrack! Come kick it old-school at the Rocket City Dragway for a Funkadelic good time.

🍋 Ladies Love Lemon Drops

May 25 | 3 PM | The Orion | $30+ | More Info

Listen up ladies, this one is for you. Round out the Spring Season with a sweet and sour celebration. Just remember to bring a yellow outfit!

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🚀 Taking Flight

⚾ Upgrades in the Outfield

Big changes are on the way for Toyota Field! Madison city leaders have approved a $7 million+ expansion of the Trash Pandas’ home stadium.

Most of the funding will go toward building a new clubhouse for visiting teams, following updated facility requirements from Major League Baseball.

There's no official start date for construction yet.

🎤 Concerts in the Park Lineup Announced

Concerts in the Park is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest season yet. Huntsville’s signature summer concert series kicks off Monday, June 2, and continues at Big Spring Park every Monday evening.

Enjoy live performances from dozens of local artists like The Otis Walker Band, The Grasstronauts, Midnight 5, and more. Food trucks will also line the streets each week for a full night of music and good eats.

Mark your calendar for the June 9 concert, which will honor Huntsville’s Armed Forces Week and wrap up with a fireworks show. A full schedule and more info about the performances can be found here.

☀️ Pop Goes the Pop Jet

Bridge Street’s iconic pop jet fountains are back for the summer, and they’re kicking things off with a celebration on Friday, May 23 at 12 PM. The first 100 kids will get a free scoop of gelato from Le Macaron.

There will also be a bubble station, water toys, $1 carousel rides, and a live DJ. Bring the kids to splash in the fountains, enjoy some outdoor fun, and grab a free scoop of gelato.

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📽️ Reel of the Week

We stopped by a new bakery in Madison called HeartBaker. Check out our visit below!

🎵 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.

Thank you to Tangled String Studios for sponsoring this section!

🗓️ Explore The Rocket City

Wednesday, May 21

• Girls Night Out at Nitro Tales: Spill the tea, catch up, and indulge in all your favorite things!

• Wines of Argentina at Charlie Foster’s: A flavorful evening exploring Argentinian wines!

• Cocktails at the View at Burritt on the Mountain: Enjoy a drink while watching the sunset over Huntsville!

• Bingo Night at The Camp: Grab your crew and enjoy a free night of bingo and prizes!

• The Drive-In Mondays at Lowe Mill: The indie folk trio will perform live in the Huntsville Traditional Music Association studio!

• Coheed and Cambria x Mastodon at The Orion: Don't miss Coheed and Cambria with Mastodon on The Infinite Arc Tour

Thursday, May 22

• Global Rhythm and Blooms at Huntsville Botanical Garden: Experience the rich beauty of cultures from around the globe!

• Biergarten at the Space and Rocket Center: Enjoy great beer, pretzels, and live music under the Saturn V!

• The Castle Council at Shenanigans: A night of family-friendly fantasy adventure!

• Pop Up Botox Party at Infinity Med-I-Spa: Enjoy an evening filled with refreshing Botox treatments, tasty finger foods, wine, and margaritas!

• Greene Street Market at Nativity: Shop local at one of Huntsville’s most popular markets!

• City Council Meeting at City Hall: Hear from your local council members and stay up to date with everything happening in town!

• The R&B Experience at The Note Jazz Lounge: An unforgettable night of smooth vibes and soulful melodies!

Friday, May 23

• Garden Blooms Tea Party at Constitution Park: Join Piper and Leaf for an evening full of elegant flower crowns, finger sandwiches, scones, petit fours, and tea!

• Cocktails and Cosmos at the Space and Rocket Center Planetarium: Join a NASA-led panel exploring four significant pillars of research!

• Pop Jet Opening Day at Bridge Street: The jets are open, and the first 100 kids get a free scoop of gelato from Le Macaron!

• Golden Hour at the Huntsville Botanical Gardens: Watch the sunset over the garden and enjoy live music from Jayne and Andy!

• Whimsical Wildflowers at Pinot’s Palette: Learn how to paint vibrant wildflowers to get you in a spring mood!

• Movie Night at St. Stephens: A screening of the classic slasher film Murder Drome, followed by a performance by Everything is Wrong!

• Concerts on the Dock at Lowe Mill: Enjoy a free performance from The Grasstronauts!

• Slippery When Wet at Furniture Factory Downtown: Don’t miss the ultimate tribute to Bon Jovi!

🎲 Headline Hunt

If you like Wordle, see if you can guess this six-letter Huntsville-themed word!

Thanks for making it to the end!

I’ll be back in your inbox on Friday!