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.

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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
HAMR Fall Fest
Oct 11

Join the Huntsville Area Mountain bike Riders (HAMR) for a full weekend of...

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Rocket City Pride Fest
Oct 13

2024 Rocket City Pridefest at The Orion Amphitheater! Please mark your...

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Death at The Park
Oct 18

Join us for an evening of storytelling as we unveil the haunting history of...

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WhistleStop BBQ Festival at MidCity
Oct 18

WhistleStop Festival is BACK for two days at MidCity District with live...

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Apple Annie Carnival
Nov 2

Fall for the Apple Annie Carnival where you'll find food, music and games...

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STEAMfest 2024
Nov 2

Alabama’s largest science festival is coming to The Orion this fall! Don’t...

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A Ray of Hope Festival
Nov 3

An afternoon of vibrant celebration honoring the rich tapestry of cultural...

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Gobble Gobble Hey
Nov 23

The 3rd annual Gobble Gobble Hey! Zine and Small Press Fest at Lowe Mill...

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ANNUAL EVENTS BY SEASON

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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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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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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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.

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