5 Things to do This Weekend – May 26 – 28

By Katelyn Henderson

We hope you enjoy these events & take a moment to remember all those who gave their life for us this Memorial Day.

Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL – May 26 – 28

1. Rooftop Riffs Friday featuring Preston Watts

Date: Friday, May 26
Time: 6 – 9pm
Location: Rhythm on Monroe
Event Information

RAIN OR SHINE! Join us on Friday and enjoy LIVE music performed by the local talented artist, Preston Watts! Live music will be performed on the Rooftop Bar

2. Friday’s at the Farm

Date: Friday, May 26
Time: 4pm – 8pm
Location: Piper and Leaf Farm
Event Information

Make it out every 4th Friday for our traditional Maker’s Market evenings, featuring farmers, makers, and bakers from all over our communities!

3. Concerts on the Dock

Date: Friday, May 26
Time: 6pm
Location: Lowe Mill 
Event Information

Check out Marcus Pope & Friends playing a free concert at Lowe Mill. Bring a picnic, chairs, and explore the studios too! $10 parking fee. 

4. Betsy & Peter Lowe Community Free Day

New Date: Sunday, May 28
Time: 12 – 5pm
Location: Huntsville Museum of Art
Event Information

The Museum looks forward to welcoming guests and their families during the Memorial Day weekend. We will have free admission on Sunday, May 28 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

5. Jams N Brews

Date: Sunday, May 28
Time: 1pm – 5pm
Location: Jeff & Blues
Event Information

Join us at Jeff & Blues May 28 for a FREE celebration of all things music and beer, in partnership with Yellowhammer Brewing! Party down with us from 1 PM to 5 PM to catch your favorite local bands, sample beers and ciders from Yellowhammer Brewing and fill up on all the Alabama BBQ you can eat.

BONUS EVENT:
Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic

Date: May 27 & 28
Location: Point Mallard Park
Event Information

The Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic is the oldest hot-air balloon race in the mid-South. Visit the many vendors along the main Alabama Jubilee midway! Balloons fly early in the morning and late afternoon. The Alabama Jubilee features live acts and shows and many local and regional bands have played some of their first shows on our stage.

Memorial Day Events & Attractions

UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup @ Research Park
Cotton Row Run @ Downtown Huntsville
HCB Performance @ Huntsville’s Memorial Day Ceremony
Jamorial Day Bash @ Stovehouse
Special Hours at @ Burritt on the Mountain
Dog Night @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

For even more stuff to do, check out our Events Calendar!

Katelyn Henderson

Katelyn Henderson has called Huntsville home for over 14 years and is the proud owner of We Are Huntsville. She's passionate about spotlighting local businesses, uncovering hidden gems, and keeping locals in the know about everything happening around town. Whether it's a new restaurant, a can't-miss event, or a Huntsville secret worth sharing - Katelyn's on it. Have something cool happening? Send her a note at katelyn@wearehuntsville.com!