5 Things to do This Weekend – December 15 – 17

By Katelyn Henderson

Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle all the way to these Events!

Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL – December 15 – 17

1. Sanders Family Christmas Play 2023

Date: December 13 – 17
Location: Burritt on the Mountain
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The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain.

2. Mean Girls The Musical

Date: December 15 – 17
Location: Von Braun Center
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Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) and director CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon).

3. Last Minute Holiday Market

Date: Saturday, December 16 
Time: 11am – 4pm
Location: The Orion
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Accidentally forget about the office holiday party or your aunt who is coming to town next week? The Last Minute Holiday Market has you covered! Featuring local and regional makers, this winter shopping event is the perfect place to find that unique, hand-crafted gift from the best vendors in and around Huntsville.

4. Winter Solstice Artist Market 2023

Date: Saturday, December 16
Time: 11am – 4pm
Location: Lowe Mill
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The Winter Solstice Market is the perfect place to bring your out-of-town family members to show them the best local artists and makers that North Alabama has to offer. Stroll through the grounds of our artist market. Then take a step inside to shop the fantastic studio artists in the building. The Winter Solstice Market is the perfect place to find any last-minute gifts, as we get ready to celebrate the holidays – and the end of the year.

5. Nights of Santa

Date: December 12 – 23
Location: Early Works
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The magic returns this season with all your favorite North Pole activities: writing a letter to Santa, decorating a gingerbread cookie, making crafts, playing in snow, and visiting with the Big Guy himself! 

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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!