This list is but a sample of all of the amazing events happening in Huntsville in August. Start making plans with this list, and then check out the rest on our calendar.
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1. Concerts in the Park
August 1 & 8
The final two Concerts in the Park, featuring music, food trucks and fun.
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2. Swing at the Library
August 2
Huntsville’s In the Mood will be rattling the bookshelves with the magical sounds of Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and many more.
3. Miracle Bash & Swim For Melissa
August 5 & 6
The Miracle Bash is dinner, silent auction & dancing – 8/5. Swim for Melissa takes place 8/6 at Hampton Cove Pool. Proceeds benefit Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (RNICU) at Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children.
4. Fiddler on the Roof presented by Huntsville Community Chorus
August 5 & 6
Laugh and cry with Tevye and his family in this beloved musical event. This is an HCCA musical theatre production you won’t want to miss! Tickets start at $15.
5. The Science of Archimedes at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center
August 6
This new exhibit showcases inventions and scientific discoveries of Archimedes, the “Father of Modern Science”. With computer-modeled animations, interactive machines and an activity station for ages 3 to 14, this exhibit is designed for all ages.
6. Rocket Chef
August 8
Rocket Chef will showcase local chefs from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences… all on a stage in front of a live audience. Tickets $95.
7. Uncorked at the Garden
August 11
Enjoy a special evening sipping wine and sampling local favorite appetizers. Meet famous wine maker Bjoern Lanwer as he shares his wine story. Members $30, Non-Members $35.
8. Huntsville Restaurant Week
August 12 – 21
During this 10-day event, participating restaurants offer specialized menu items at fixed prices for lunch and/or dinner, designed to showcase their best. See participating restaurants here.
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9. Movies in the Park – Aladdin
August 12
Enjoy a movie under that stars in Big Spring Park. Final movie presented by the Historic Huntsville Foundation.
10. City Lights and Stars featuring Mo’ Sol
August 12
Burritt on the Mountain’s final concert in the gazebo with the best view in town. Tickets $10 – $15.
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11. Grotto Lights Concert & Picnic
August 13
Picnic starts at 4 pm, concert starts at 6 pm. BYO yard games food and drinks, Food Trucks on site. Concert features New Madrid and The Wolves of Chernobyl.
12. Toga Party at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
August 13
An exclusive celebration in “The Science of Archimedes” exhibition. A night of food, fun, music, mythology, and olympics. Togas and tunics encouraged- Prizes for best costumes. $90/Couple or $50/Individual.
13. Listen Local Huntsville IV
August 18
Local singer/songwriters Dawn Osborn, Andrew Sharpe, and Antony Sharpe are hosted by Alan Little in a round-robin style listening room concert. Tickets $10 – $20.
14. Street Food Gathering
August 19
The last Street Food Gathering that takes place on Church Street! Stillwater Bluegrass performs, Huntsville Escape Rooms will have an Escape Tent, there will be over 40 food and drink vendors and great fun to had by all!
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15. Drop-in & CREATE at Huntsville Museum of Art
August 20
Theme is maginary Inkblot Creatures. Come and make some art!
16. Sausage Fest at Blue Pants Brewery
August 20
Ticket holders get unlimited samples of the sausage and side dishes from each cook teams and can vote for your favorite! Your ticket includes 5 voting tickets, $10 online $15 at the door.
17. Concert at Historic Three Caves
August 20
LOCASH performs. Proceeds benefit Land Trust of North Alabama. Tickets start at $35.
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18. Twickenham Fest
August 26 – 28
Chamber Music festival throughout the weekend in Downtown Huntsville. See full weekend of events here.
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19. L.I.T.: Light Innovation Technology
August 27
DayLIT includes kids activities and exhibits. LIT will feature 4 artists’ on each side of the Square projecting their light show onto the historic buildings of Downtown Huntsville.
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