Events Calendar for Huntsville and North Alabama

The Valley Conservatory Early Music Festival Concert is scheduled for Sunday, September 28th at 4:00 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, 1088 Hughes Road in Madison. The program includes performances by VCEM Festival Artists, the Madison Early Music Project, and the Valley Conservatory Baroque Orchestra, featuring works by Telemann, Scarlatti, and Johnson. The event includes opportunities for audience and artist interaction. Information at valleyconservatory.com

The Huntsville Concert Band presents music from England, including works by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gordon Jacob, Edward Elgar, and Kenneth J. Alford; selections from the film Pride & Prejudice in celebration of the Jane Austen semiquincentennial; and many familiar tunes by Lennon & McCartney and Broadway's Bricusse & Newley. Guest soloist Jonathan Warburton will be featured in the US premiere of Concerto for Bass Trombone & Band by Ian L. Mitchell. John Hightower of WLRH's Brass, Reeds, and Percussion will serve as narrator and master of ceremonies. The concert begins at 7 PM on Tuesday, September 30 in the Columbia High School auditorium. All proceeds benefit the Columbia High School Band Program. Information at https://Huntsvilleband.org/upcoming-events/

The 58th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is October 1st–4th at Athens State University. There will be performances by Joe Mullins and The Radio Ramblers, Pitney Meyer, Jimmy Fortune, and Rhonda Vincent and the Rage. This family friendly event also features arts and crafts and food. Proceeds benefit the Athens State University Foundation. Information at athens.edu/fiddlers

English as a second language classes will begin August 6 at Weatherly Heights Baptist Church. Classes are every Wednesday morning from 930 to noon. Instruction includes grammar and conversation for all levels as well as preparation for taking the US citizenship test. Childcare for preschoolers and some transportation is provided. No registration is required. Evening and zoom class information is available at 256-656-3173 or weatherlyesl@gmail.com.

SPARKLE Studio will close for 2 hours every Wednesday for a FREE community gathering focused on witchy friendship, sharing, and networking. We now meet in Studio 1047, UAH Project Space, on the first floor of the north building; park by Door 2. Arrive any time between 4 and 7, and feel free to bring adult beverages or snacks to share. The meeting ends at 7 when Lowe Mill closes to the public. What we do is up to you—share skills, craft, relax, or suggest new ideas. Bring a loving spirit, as our space is all-inclusive and welcoming to everyone.

The 58th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is October 1st–4th at Athens State University. There will be performances by Joe Mullins and The Radio Ramblers, Pitney Meyer, Jimmy Fortune, and Rhonda Vincent and the Rage. This family friendly event also features arts and crafts and food. Proceeds benefit the Athens State University Foundation. Information at athens.edu/fiddlers

The Greene Street Market at Nativity opens for its 15th season beginning May 1. It will take place every Thursday afternoon starting at 3 pm through the end of October. You're invited to meet the farmers who grow your food, listen to live music, and pick out a dinner to take home! The Market features locally grown vegetables, fruit, cheeses, crafts, and artisan made goods. Information at green (e) street market.com and on facebook.

Biergarten is back at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center! Each Thursday from 5 to 7:30 p.m., the Rocket Center is serving authentic German food and beverages under the Saturn V Moon Rocket in the Davidson Center for Space Exploration. The event is open to the public and a different community non-profit is featured each week. Information at RocketCenter.Com.

A safe, welcoming yoga program created just for women veterans. Our trauma-sensitive classes focus on gentle movement, mindful breathing, and relaxation—helping you release stress, ease pain, and reconnect with yourself.
Free classes, mats provided
Accessible for all levels (chair yoga available)
Supportive community of women who understand
It’s not about touching your toes—it’s about finding your balance.
Information at: https://InvisibleWarriors.org

“This Changed Everything” is a live storytelling event at Shenanigan Comedy Theater on October 2, featuring seven storytellers and two spoken word performances. You'll hear reflections on moments of transformation—from finding purpose to losing a friend—including one from a survivor who found support through Crisis Services of North Alabama. Learn more at csna.org/everything.

"Brass Band and Organ will Roar in the Rocket City”
The Brass Band of Huntsville presents “Glorious Brass and Organ”, featuring internationally recognized and award-winning career pianist, organist, and recording artist, Christopher-Joel Carter, in the Camille Saint-Seans Finale from Saint-Seans, Symphony Number 3 in the Sanctuary of Trinity United Methodist Church on Airport Road, Huntsville, Alabama, Thursday, October 02, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

The concert is free and open to the public and will feature a musical offering unique to Huntsville and all of Alabama, with the sound of a British-style brass band woven into the fabric of a classical organ masterwork, and performed with a master soloist in a spectacular music venue, will create a musical experience that is sure-to-satisfy.

The 58th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is October 1st–4th at Athens State University. There will be performances by Joe Mullins and The Radio Ramblers, Pitney Meyer, Jimmy Fortune, and Rhonda Vincent and the Rage. This family friendly event also features arts and crafts and food. Proceeds benefit the Athens State University Foundation. Information at athens.edu/fiddlers

Decatur Orchestra Sul Ponticello opens it's 25-26 season with Northern Lights and Notations, a concert highlighting Canadian compostions. It features Kaljo Raid's Sonata for Flute and Oboe and Gary Kulesha's Serenade for Strings. This evening of classical music takes place at Southside Baptist Church on October 4th at 7pm. Information at orchestrasulponticello.org

The 58th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is October 1st–4th at Athens State University. There will be performances by Joe Mullins and The Radio Ramblers, Pitney Meyer, Jimmy Fortune, and Rhonda Vincent and the Rage. This family friendly event also features arts and crafts and food. Proceeds benefit the Athens State University Foundation. Information at athens.edu/fiddlers

Tour de Ville 2025 is a community bike ride through historic downtown Huntsville, taking place on Saturday, October 4. Riders can choose from multiple routes with scenic stops, followed by a gathering at Straight to Ale. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama. Information attourdeville.redpodium.com/tour-de-ville-2025

The International Society of Huntsville, along with community representatives from numerous countries, will present the Annual International Festival of North Alabama on Saturday, October 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Jaycee Community Building. iFest 2025 will include international foods and displays, an open-air marketplace, family-friendly performances, and activities for children. Information is available at (256) 651-0714 or internationalsocietyofhuntsville.org.

Saturday, October 4th - 11 a.m., join us at VFW Post 30 for “Rides for a Reason – Veterans Run” - honoring our veterans. Register early at CityofScottsboro.com — no fees!

That evening, return to the Cruise In — free to attend, or join the optional car show with public voting for trophies and awards. Food and family fun!

Funded in part by the Scottsboro Tourism Fund.

The Huntsville Area Rocketry Association (HARA) invites the public to an exciting open house at GigaParts! Come learn about our organization and discover how you can join us in launching rockets of all sizes and shapes. All ages welcome!

Expert-Led Exhibits & Demonstrations
Low Power Rockets - Perfect starting point for beginners and young rocketeers
High Power Rockets - Experience the power of advanced rocketry systems
Competition Rockets - Learn about the American Rocketry Challenge and other competitions we support
Unique Rocket Displays - See various types of rockets, including some strange and unusual designs
Electronics Systems - Discover altimeters, dual deploy timers, and advanced rocket electronics
Propulsion Systems - Information on hybrid and solid propellent motors used in modern rocketry

English as a second language classes will begin August 6 at Weatherly Heights Baptist Church. Classes are every Wednesday morning from 930 to noon. Instruction includes grammar and conversation for all levels as well as preparation for taking the US citizenship test. Childcare for preschoolers and some transportation is provided. No registration is required. Evening and zoom class information is available at 256-656-3173 or weatherlyesl@gmail.com.

SPARKLE Studio will close for 2 hours every Wednesday for a FREE community gathering focused on witchy friendship, sharing, and networking. We now meet in Studio 1047, UAH Project Space, on the first floor of the north building; park by Door 2. Arrive any time between 4 and 7, and feel free to bring adult beverages or snacks to share. The meeting ends at 7 when Lowe Mill closes to the public. What we do is up to you—share skills, craft, relax, or suggest new ideas. Bring a loving spirit, as our space is all-inclusive and welcoming to everyone.