There is SOOOOOO much to do in October in Huntsville. We have probably 2,000 events on our calendar. So, how do you pick just a few?
With a little bit of this and a little bit of that, we try to pull together a list of events that will keep you busy all month long.
Happy October!
1. Blues with a View featuring Microwave Dave and the Nukes
October 1
A party on the mountain with s’mores, beer and great music. Tickets $25.
2. Huntsville Chamber Music Guild presents Olga Kern
October 2
An evening with the great pianist Olga Kern. Tickets $15 – $37.
FREE
3. Madison Street Festival
October 3
Great food, entertainment, artists and fun.
FREE
4. Rocket City Weather Fest
October 3
Learn all about weather, meet meteorologists and more at this event at UAHuntsville.
FREE
5. One Africa One Nation Cultural Festival
October 3
A day of African Culture in Big Spring Park, family fun and activities from 10 am – 5 pm.
FREE
6. Huntsville Feminist Chorus Concert
October 4
The Huntsville Feminist Chorus performs at the Huntsville/Madison County Main Public Library in a free concert.
FREE
7. Latino Fiestas Quinceanera Expo
October 4
The only event in North Alabama that is catered towards quinceaneras and Latino weddings with vendors, fashion show, cake & more!
8. The Menage Tour at Tangled String Studios
October 8
Three all-star Americana/Folk/Country musicians that you do not want to miss – Hannah Aldridge, David Mayfield and Walt Aldridge! Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 Day of Show!
FREE
9. Concert on the Dock with Debbie Bond & The Trudats
October 9
Enjoy a fall concert on the dock at Lowe Mill. $2 donation for parking.
10. The Snow Queen
October 9 -11 & 16- 18
Fantasy Playhouse presents Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen. Tickets $15.
11. “Belle’s Big Day”- Running with the Goats & Southern ReInvention Celebrate Southern Spirit
October 10
A fun day in Elkmont at Belle Chevre with Running With the Goats and the Artisans of Southern ReInvention ($5).
FREE
12. Harrison Brothers Hardware Customer Appreciation Day
October 10
Free, family-friendly event celebrating Harrison Brothers Hardware!
13. Rocket City Lit Fest
October 10 – 11
Huntsville’s first literary festival! Enjoy workshops, panels, author readings and signings, costume contest, exhibitors, prizes, and more! Tickets $10 – 12 at the door.
FREE
14. Fall Plant Sale at Huntsville Botanical Garden
October 10 – 11
Shrubs, trees, grasses, perennials and all with master landscape designers and gardeners on-hand to offer assistance.
15. The Tsars’ Cabinet: Two Hundred Years of Russian Decorative Arts under the Romanovs
Opens October 11
This exhibition at Huntsville Museum of Art highlights more than 200 years of decorative arts under the Romanovs during the 18th and 19th centuries.
FREE
16. Pop Up Parks
October 16 – 25
Move out the cars and bring in the people. Enjoy temporary parks on the historic Square of Downtown Huntsville.
17. Con†Stellation XXXIII
October 16 – 19
Fan-run general interest science fiction and fantasy convention. Tickets $50 at the door.
18. Street Food Gathering
October 16
Final Street Food Gathering of the season on Church Street at Big Spring Park.
19. Liz Hurley Ribbon Run
October 17
It’s not too late to register to walk or run this 5K race to benefit the Liz Hurley Breast Cancer Fund.
FREE
20. Lowdown in Dubtown Charity Car Show & Swap Meet
October 17
Head to Hazel Green for this family-friendly event featuring car contest, classic Volkswagens and food vendors.
FREE
21. Retro Gaming & Computing Night
October 17
Bring your retro gaming and computing equipment to Makers Local 256 to share with the public. Games are free to play.
22. Mad Scientist Bash
October 17
Adult night out at Sci-Quest. Grab your lab coat and beaker. Tickets $35.
FREE
23. Maple Hill Cemetery Stroll
October 18
History comes alive in Maple Hill Cemetery wit over 70 costumed characters, music and exhibits.
24. Rocket City Nerdcon
October 23 – 25
Games, vendors, costumes and more at the Library. Tickets $35.
25. Pro Bono Brews
October 23
Craft beer fest at the Historic Huntsville Depot to benefit Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program. Tickets $25.
26. The Haunt at Three Caves presented by Land Trust and Huntsville Young Professionals
October 23
Huntsville’s favorite Halloween party at it’s most unique venue, Historic Three Caves. Tickets $25.
27. Huntsville Ballet Company’s Unplugged featuring Carnival of the Animals and Pulcinella
October 23-25
A performances for all ages, a piece intended to express some of the silly traits shared by humans and animals. Tickets start at $18.
28. International Heritage Festival at Burritt on the Mountain
October 24
5th annual event includes cultures and countries from around the world. Admission rates apply.
29. LAS VEGAS: Halloween Magic presented by the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
October 30
LAS VEGAS: Halloween Magic featuring illusionist Michael Grandinetti is part of the Pops Series. Tickets start at $25.
If you are reading this – this is an older article published by Our Valley Events. The information may be out of date – be sure to check for new info!
