Festivals and Annual Events in Huntsville, AL
If you're planning a trip to Huntsville, you can't go wrong by deciding to come during one of our festivals. Whether your interests are in the arts, craft beer, music, food, wine, science, or beyond, there’s a festival in Huntsville or Madison County for you! Some festivals or events may be rescheduled or altered. Please check with host organizations to confirm.

Check out everything that Huntsville has to offer to festival-goers. To make the most of your visit, go to our things to do section or customize one of our group itineraries!
Upcoming Festivals
ANNUAL EVENTS BY SEASON
WINTER EVENTS
Galaxy of Lights
For over 26 years, the Huntsville Botanical Garden has created a “holiday light…
Kris Kringle's Candlelight Christmas
Burritt on the Mountain opens its mansion for an intimate experience every year at the beginning of…
Skating in the Park
Is there anything quite as magical as an outdoor ice skating rink in winter? Every year, right…
Tinsel Trail
Get in the holiday spirit with a walk through Tinsel Trail, a holiday showcase in Big Spring…
Von Brewski Beer Festival
The Von Brewski Beer Festival – an annual winter beer festival held every February at the Von…
Spirit of Christmas Past Homes Tour
If you want a peek at some of the Antebellum homes in Downtown Huntsville’s Twickenham…
Rocket City Christmas Light Show
The Rocket City Trash Pandas bring the magic of the season to Toyota Field, with hundreds of…
Huntsville enjoys mild winters, with typical temperatures rarely dipping below freezing. Outdoor recreation is possible with warm layers, and although we don't see much of the "white stuff," the occasional snow day is possible!
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Best Winter Activities in Huntsville
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Get Yourself Outside Whether you want to hike, bike, run, or stroll, Madison County offers a lot of options! Land Trust of North Alabama – The Land Trust is steward over seven public preserves in…
Take a winter hike on the Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain
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Winter is one of the BEST times to get out of the house and into nature in Huntsville! With our mild winters, we can enjoy the outdoors all season long. After the trees have dropped their leaves to…
SPRING EVENTS
Huntsville Blooms
Every spring, the Huntsville Botanical Garden comes to life as Huntsville literally blooms before…
Panoply Arts Festival
Panoply Arts Festival is the premier arts weekend in the southeast. It is annually held on the last…
Food Truck Rallies
It’s a testament to the quality of Huntsville’s cooks that every time there’s a…
Farmers Markets
There isn’t a more vivid illustration of a healthy community than an active farmers market…
Spring comes early for the Rocket City. Daytime temperatures loll around 60-75 degrees, while evenings are comfortably cool. Spring is when hikers hit the trails to see blooming wildflowers, and signature outdoor events like Huntsville Blooms, Panoply Arts Festival, guided historic district tours, and others return.
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Where to view spring wildflowers in Huntsville
If you're feeling stressed for any reason, trust us here: you'll want to read on. Turn on…
SUMMER EVENTS
Rocket City Brewfest
Organized by the craft-brewing enthusiast nonprofit organization Free the Hops, Rocket City Brewfest…
Madison Summer Concerts
Every Thursday in summer, music fans gather on Front Street in downtown Madison for the Summer…
Summertime is action packed in Huntsville, with one of the widest varieties of activities to choose from. Whether you're looking to get outdoors, hit the water, enjoy a festival, see a show, or beyond, there's no doubt that summer in the Rocket City has something to offer everyone.
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FALL EVENTS
Maple Hill Cemetery Stroll
Autumn in Downtown Huntsville is an extraordinary time of year. There are few better ways to welcome…
Huntsville Ghost Walks
Engage your imagination and take a spooky tour through the history of the Rocket City on a guided…
Crush Wine & Food Festival
Hosted by Homegrown Huntsville, and distinguished as Alabama’s first state winery competition…
Monte Sano Art Festival
Every year, Huntsville's top artists gather in the beautiful Monte Sano State Park to showcase…
Madison Street Festival
Madison is known for its down-home and family-friendly atmosphere, and the Madison Street Festival…
Scarecrow Trail and Enchanted Forest
It’s harvest time, and nothing says FALL quite like Festifall at the Garden! The…
Redstone Arsenal Oktoberfest
One of the year’s most anticipated events is Oktoberfest, a German tradition with an Alabaman…
Huntsville History Month
Huntsville doesn’t just have space – it has history, as well. The birthplace…
Autumn days in Huntsville are warm, sunny and exceedingly pleasant. It's a great time to bask in the burst of color as the leaves change, enjoy "hauntingly" fun events like seasonal Ghost Walks, or kid-friendly fun at the Huntsville Botanical Garden's Scarecrow Trail. Nights can get cool, but patio dining and outdoor events are still comfortable.