November is a BUSY month! The holidays are almost here and Huntsville and North Alabama have some of the best events to celebrate this most wonderful time of year. Enjoy!
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1. Claire Lynch Band with Microwave Dave
November 3
The Claire Lynch Band, with guest Microwave Dave and the Nukes, will be in concert at Decatur’s Princess Theatre. Proceeds will benefit the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation. Tickets start at $35.
2. Voices of Our Times: Carl Bernstein @ Huntsville Museum of Art
November 3
The Annual Voices of Our Times Series is excited to welcome iconic journalist, Carl Bernstein, for a talk and book signing. Member Tickets: $35; Non-member Tickets: $50
3. Under the Christmas Tree
November 4- 6
Presented by Randolph School, the market takes place in the South Hall of the VBC and includes over 100 specialty merchants from 7 states. Daily admission $8.
4. BLOODLESS: The Lizzie Borden Mystery @ Historic Lowry House
November 4 – 6, 11 – 13, 18 – 20
Back by popular demand! Wayne Miller’s most requested play. Tickets are $12.
5. Wicked Divas presented by Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
November 4
Join us for a Wicked-good evening of Diva showstoppers from the worlds of Broadway, opera, and pops, highlighted by selections from the Tony Award-winning musical Wicked. Tickets start at $15.
FREE
6. World-Premiere of Space Racers @ U.S. Space & Rocket Center
November 5
Join us for a free event from “Mission Control” in the National Geographic Theater. Enjoy the exciting galactic adventures of Eagle, Robyn, Hawk and their other cadets as they explore our solar system, and have the chance to meet Eagle while you’re here!
7. Galaxy of Lights: Walking Nights
November 11 – 14, 18 – 22
Galaxy of Lights is a holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays.
8. A Tuna Christmas @ VBC Playhouse
November 11 – 13, 17 – 19
In this hilarious sequel to Greater Tuna, it’s Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas. Many colorful Tuna denizens, some you will recognize from Greater Tuna and some appearing here for the first time, join in the holiday fun. Tickets are $18.
9. Independent Musical Productions presents Inspecting Carol
November 11 – 13, 17 – 19
Think A Christmas Carol meets The Government Inspector meets Noises Off in this hilarious hit from Seattle. Tickets start at $16.
10. St. Thomas Episcopal Church Lobsterfest #23
November 12
Lobsterfest is St. Thomas Church’s annual community event that raises money for local and international charities. All profits go to charity. Lobsters, ribs, BBQ and brisket for eating in or taking out.
11. HAMACon Mini Con
November 12
HAMACON’s Holiday Mini Con is ALL the fun of a 3 day anime convention squished down to one amazing day. Tickets $10 – $20.
12. Proof @ UAH Wilson Theatre
November 12 – 13, 15 – 19
Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Play. —NY Magazine. “…combines elements of mystery and surprise with old-fashioned storytelling to provide a compelling evening of theatre…[PROOF is a] smart and compassionate play of ideas.” Tickets $7-$15.
13. Cabaret Upstairs: RENT Revisited
November 13
Independent Musical Productions is thrilled to be bringing you a new collaboration with Amendment XXI to provide an evening of outstanding entertainment. Tickets $27 – $37.
14. Vive le Livre
November 16
Author Erik Larson specializes in adrenaline-fueled historical narratives. He will be the guest of honor and keynote speaker at the 30th annual Vive le Livre gala. Tickets start at $125.
15. Presentation and Reception: Chuck Jones – A Lifetime of Animated Creativity with Craig Kausen
November 17
Join Craig Kausen, Chuck Jones’ grandson and chairman of the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity, will speak on his grandfather’s early life and the influence it had on his grandfather’s career at Huntsville Museum of Art. Included in general admission. Free to members.
16. Skating in the Park
Opens November 18
Skating in the Park is back again for the holiday season! Located behind the Huntsville Museum of Art, skating is available daily.
17. Dirty Dancing presented by Broadway Theatre League
November 18 – 20
The classic story on stage is a record-breaking live theatre sensation, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensational dancing. Ticket start at $35.
18. Annual Walter Jones Turkey Bowl
November 19 – 20
The 6th Annual Walter Jones Turkey Bowl is a charity flag football tournament held to benefit the children of North Alabama.
19. UCP Krispy Kreme Challenge
November 19
The Challenge: Run 2 miles from the start line in beautiful downtown Huntsville to Krispy Kreme on North Memorial Parkway; Eat 1 dozen doughnuts; Run 2 miles BACK to the finish line…ALL IN ONE HOUR!
FREE
20. 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Day Hike
November 24
A fun Huntsville tradition – Appreciating the beauty of Monte Sano Nature Preserve with family and friends on Thanksgiving morning! Dogs on leads are welcome!
21. Santa in the Park – City of Arab
Opens November 25
Featuring more than 2 million lights, the park is ablaze with the magic and beauty of Christmas. Visitors can stroll along the sidewalks and pathways within the park. Admission is $5.
FREE
22. Tinsel Trail
Opens November 25
Enjoy over 200 decorated trees in on display in Big Spring Park.
23. Santa’s Village
Opens November 25
Huntsville’s magical holiday attraction created especially for families to enjoy the excitement and wonder of the holiday season.
24. EarlyWorks Society’s Supper with Santa
November 28 – 30 & December 1
The Grand Hall will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland with lots of holiday cheer. Santa Claus will visit each table and speak with each child in attendance. Tickets are $15.
FREE
25. Land Trust Hikes
November 5 – 6, 12 – 13, 19
Land Trust Fall guided hikes are available on weekends in November. See the full schedule here.
26. Hockey – Huntsville Havoc & UAH Chargers
Find the Huntsville Havoc schedule here and the UAH Chargers schedule here. Ticketed admission.
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