5 Things to do This Weekend -May 16 – 18

By Katelyn Henderson

 

Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL – May 16 – 18

1. Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair

Date: May 15 – 25
Location: Toyota Field
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Kissel Entertainment is bringing one-of-a-kind thrills and excitement to Madison/Huntsville for an unforgettable, family-friendly theme park experience! From May 15th-25th, 2025, families can enjoy thrilling rides, classic carnival games, and a variety of exciting attractions, all at affordable prices. We will also have our gigantic Python coaster on-site!

2. Rocket City BBQ & Soulfest

Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Location: National Speleological Society
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Huntsville’s premier BBQ Festival! Pitmaster’s Challenge, Cooking Demonstration, VIP (Catered Meal Open Bar), Food Sample Stations, Vendors Market Place, Special Guest Performances, Live Bands and Recording Artists, Kids Zone, Tailgating, The Gwen Baldwin Scholarship… And More!! Let’s Eat!!

3. Rosie’s Plaza Annual Spring Festival

Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Rosie’s South Parkway
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Join us for the 6th Annual Rosie’s Plaza Spring Festival, happening Saturday, May 17th! This is a FREE, family-friendly event you won’t want to miss as we celebrate the arrival of spring in South Huntsville. There will be free snow cones, door prizes, and even a chance to take pictures with Pequero the llama and Enzo the alpaca — always crowd favorites!

4. Camp to Amp 2025

Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: MidCity
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The 4th Annual Camp to Amp Festival is BACK! The festivities start at The Camp, go ALL throughout the streets of MidCity, and continues at the Orion! This event is FREE for everyone! Family-friendly and pet friendly – bring your whole crew out for an amazing day

5. Crawfish Boil with Bama Boil Boys

Date: Sunday, May 18
Time: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: The Lost Highway Lounge
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Join us in the Lost Highway Lounge around back of Yellowhammer Brewery for a Sunday Funday Crawfish Boil with Bama Boy Boils and Happi Pappi Beignets! Live Music by Coffee Black & All ages welcome, no entry fee.

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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!