Capture the magic of the holiday season with twinkling light shows, dazzling performances, and Santa sightings. Huntsville offers many festive events and activities to get you in the holiday spirit. Some events may have altered hours, limited capacity, or require pre-purchased tickets. Be sure to confirm details with host organizations.
This list is evolving as more events are announced. Check back often!
The Camp at MidCity District
Sunday, November 10, 11 AM-4 PM
Over 150 local vendors, Live music, Santa, and several special characters will be visiting with shoppers. TONS of food options all throughout MidCity, free to enter, no outside food and drink allowed. Adult beverages will be available all afternoon, and Tasty hot drinks will be available all day long. Come with your pocketbooks and be ready to #supportlocal. The goal is for the local bakers, makers, and farmers to #FEELTHELOVE. Make sure to bring some cash for vendors who are cash-only. Parking is throughout the MidCity District; please be mindful of the various types of parking. Some parking is angled-reverse parking. Not all parking will be within one block of the Market. (Perk of wearing walking shoes!)
Huntsville Botanical Garden
November 15 - December 31
Walking Nights: Pre-purchase your timed ticket (5:15 - 8:30 pm) to guarantee admission.
November 15 – Dec 1 (Closed Nov 17 and Thanksgiving Day)
December 4 – 8, 18 – 26 (Closed Christmas Day) Driving Nights: December 9 – 17 & 27 – 31 | 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Join the tradition of this winter light extravaganza with thousands of twinkling lights and animated displays.Enjoy the lights in various ways, including Walking Nights, Dog Nights, and a 3K and 5K race. Tickets for Walking Nights and Driving Nights are available to pre-purchase online or at the Garden’s front desk during regular business hours.
Dog Walking Nights: Every Monday and Tuesday during Walking Nights (November 18 & 19, November 25 & 26, and December 23 & 24). Admission: $5 per dog. 5k Race: Monday, November 27 | 6:00 pm 3k Fun Run: Tuesday, November 28 | 6:30 pm
JINGLE BELL BASH MARKET
Stovehouse
November 22 - 24
First 200 people in line on Friday, November 22, 2024 receive Swag Bags! Meet Santa, enjoy live music, stay for hourly giveaways, shop 100 vendors, and take advantage of Pre-Black Friday Deals. Buy Tickets
Grab your friends, family, and skates, then head downtown to enjoy outdoor ice skating behind the Huntsville Museum of Art in Downtown Huntsville. Admission charged. Rental skates are available.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will be dazzling audiences in Huntsville during its 6-week, 60-city U.S. tour this holiday season. Audiences from coast to coast will be captivated by this brilliant and whimsical holiday spectacular. As the nation’s premier family holiday tradition, CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will convey the season's magic with a Broadway-style production infused with contemporary circus arts.
The star-lit mountain will be mirrored by more than 600 flickering candles, adding to the dreamy, nostalgic feel of Candlelight Christmas. You'll find music everywhere on the Mountain. Cider, cookies, and tasty figgy pudding will warm you up. For another year, we will have performances of the Sanders Family Christmas play. Be sure to purchase tickets early; they're sure to sell out!
Candlelight Christmas: December 6-7, 5 PM-9 PM Holiday Magic Dinners: December 10-15 Sanders Family Christmas: December 18-22
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Saturday, December 7, 11 AM-7 PM
Show your spirit early this year at ‘Yule Y’all,’ our Christmas Market with a southern twist and twinkle. Discover the work of hand-picked makers from across the South who will peddle their unique crafts and wares. Inside, keep your eyes peeled for unique seasonal artwork from participating Lowe Mill A&E studios. You’ll find that one-of-a-kind gift or stocking stuffer during our only holiday shopping day. Parking is $10 per vehicle.
It's the perfect place to find unique holiday gifts! Crafters will have a wide variety of items, including jewelry, pottery, home decor, outdoor decor, dolls, clothing, kitchen accessories, children’s items, food, and much more. Get into the holiday spirit with this festive shopping experience!
Arts Huntsville presents Christkindlmarket, a free Bavarian-style holiday art market. Combining German and European tradition with local flair, the new Christkindlmarket Huntsville will feature a unique shopping experience with over 60 juried artists and a blend of holiday food, drink, and music.
Von Braun Center Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
December 28, 7 PM
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 35 years! The program includes dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller.
