Events Calendar for Huntsville and North Alabama

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 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.

The public is invited to a 6-week wellness program for cancer patients and their families on Thursday evenings from August 7 to September 11. Weekly sessions include topics like art therapy, nutrition, mental health, yoga, exercise, and side effect management. Led by local specialists, the program offers support for physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing during treatment and recovery. Hosted by the YMCA, Clearview Cancer Institute, and Russell Hill Cancer Foundation.

Great Storytelling, whether in song or comedy... always hits. Shane McAnally has written, and/or produced over 50 number one songs, garnered three Grammy Awards, been nominated for more CMA Awards than any other songwriter in history, and been named ACM’s Songwriter of the Year twice. He has written and produced songs for artists including Kacey Musgraves, Old Dominion, Sam Hunt, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Kelsea Ballerini, Tigirlily Gold, and many more. He also received Billboard’s Trailblazer Award for his work both in country music and in championing voices in the LGBTQ community. In 2012, McAnally founded SMACKSongs, which includes publishing, digital and management branches, and whose writers are credited with nearly 70 number one songs. In addition to SMACK, McAnally is co-president of Monument Records, a joint venture with Sony Music, and has starred on NBC’s hit television show Songland alongside Ryan Tedder and Ester Dean. In 2023, McAnally brought the Tony Award winning musical Shucked to Broadway – a production he wrote the music and lyrics for with his collaborator Brandy Clark. Shucked was nominated for 9 Tony Awards and a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album during the 2023 season. McAnally has been featured in the NYTimes, Billboard, Rolling Stone, The LA Times and on The Kelly Clarkson Show, NPR Tiny Desk, and more.

 It’s official — Field Day GRAND OPENING on August 30th! Benchwarmers, it’s time to play. Open 11 AM - 2 AM $1,000 CASH PRIZE to the person who sinks a 100’ beanbag toss. Giveaways are happening all day. Plus… epic surprises, opening day exclusives, and the vibes you’ve been waiting for. This is gonna be a Field Day you won’t forget. 

THE RETURN OF HARDCORE IN HUNTSVILLE, 10 BANDS FOR $20. Times are tough, but Hardcore is tougher.

Inclination (Louisville)

No Cure (Birmingham)

Gumm (Chattanooga)

Shogun (Knoxville)

Statement Of Pride (Pensacola)

Lethal Method (Nashville)

Wasted Life (Tampa)

Bootprint (Huntsville)

Life's Plan (Birmingham)

Briteside (Huntsville)

The Huntsville Museum of Art Board of Directors, Executive Director Christopher J. Madkour, and the HMA staff are thrilled to announce our grand reopening on Sunday, August 31, 2025 — kicking off with the Betsy and Peter Lowe Community Free Day!

Join us as we welcome you back to art, inspiration, and community.

The KJImpact Foundation will host its 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, September 1, 2025, at the Robert Trent Jones Hampton Cove River Course in Huntsville, AL. The event begins with an 8:00 AM shotgun scramble and includes course challenges and an awards banquet. Proceeds will support programs focused on youth development, health resources, and student-athlete support. Information at kjimpactevents.com.

Join 50501, Democratic Socialists of North Alabama, and the North Alabama Area Labor Council to learn HOW to work with your fellow workers from the organizations that know how to build the solidarity we need. Learn about origaizing, unions and more.

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.

FREE Family Movie Nights at Field Day!
Showtimes start at 6 PM—come early, grab dinner, and snag the best seat before
the show starts!

September Showings:
Sep. 3: The Sandlot (PG)
Sep. 10: Zootopia (PG)
Sep. 17: The Goonies (PG)
Sep. 24: Trolls (PG)

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.

The Community Engagement Forum is an educational outreach to support caregivers, promote brain health, and improve outcomes for elders with Alzheimer’s and related dementia. This is a FREE event for all ages and audiences that includes screening of the documentary film My Mama Joe, Hope & Help, panel discussion with area health experts, and a mini resource fair….refreshments are provided. Information at: https://www.mamajoeproject.com/huntsville

The public is invited to a 6-week wellness program for cancer patients and their families on Thursday evenings from August 7 to September 11. Weekly sessions include topics like art therapy, nutrition, mental health, yoga, exercise, and side effect management. Led by local specialists, the program offers support for physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing during treatment and recovery. Hosted by the YMCA, Clearview Cancer Institute, and Russell Hill Cancer Foundation.

The Community Engagement Forum is educational outreach to support caregivers, promote brain health, and improve outcomes for elders with Alzheimer’s and related dementia. This is a FREE event for all ages and audiences that includes screening of the documentary film My Mama Joe, Hope & Help, panel discussion with area health experts, and a mini resource fair….refreshments are provided.

Foster Children’s Alliance (FOCAL) is an all volunteer organization that is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for children in foster care in Madison County. We will sponsor “Bourbon in the Barn – A Night of Fostering Hope” on Friday, September 5th from 5:30pm to 10:30pm at Casey Acres Barn. The public is invited to attend. Information at FOCALofMadison.com or (256)656-4273.