5 Things to do This Weekend - October 14 - 16

Another fantastical October weekend at the best time of year in the best town ever!

Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL – October 14 – 16

1. Witchy Wares & Other Fares – Halloween Maker’s Market

Date: Friday, October 14
Time: 2 – 7:30 pm
Location: Straight to Ale
Event Information

A spooktacular maker’s market just in time for Halloween! Shop locally handmade unique items and gifts, located just off the Patio with music starting at 4pm!

2. Chalktoberfest

Dates: Saturday, October 15
Time: 11 am – 2 pm
Location: Bridge Street
Event Information

Chalk art festival located around the Belk Courtyard and throughout Bridge Street at participating retailers and restaurants. There will be live music, balloon artist, face painting and more.

3. Bluegrass & BBQ Festival

Dates: Saturday, October 15
Time: 2 – 8 pm
Location: South Side Park
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Featuring one of Alabama’s most cherished bluegrass bands, Three on a String, along with Another Town, and Justin & Angelica Branum. Grab your picnic blanket or chair and enjoy some amazing music in South Huntsville!

4. 247th USMC Birthday Party

Date: Saturday, October 15
Time: 5 – 10:30 pm
Location: Fractal Brewing
Event Information

The Marine Corps Birthday party celebration is back, a little early this year, featuring music, pizza, cake, silent auction, and special “Valor” Double Black IPA brewed for the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day.

5. Microwave Dave Day

Dates: Sunday, October 16
Location: Stovehouse
Time: 3 pm
Event Information

This year’s event will feature over 75 local musicians playing on 3 stages. Donations from the festival benefit the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation.

BONUS EVENT

Records & Retro Market

Dates: Sunday, October 16
Time: 11 am – 5 pm
Location: The Orion Amphitheater
Event Information

Celebrating all things groovy, this market will feature local and regional music vendors offering everything from vinyl and CDs to memorabilia and equipment. The market will also feature retro pop-up shops with anything and everything vintage – clothing, housewares, art, jewelry, and more.

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

Amy Jones

Amy Jones has been a marketing professional in Huntsville for 20 years, with experience in all aspects of marketing, pr, media relations, event management, digital content, and design. Amy is the proud and busy momma of two boys, who keep things loud and fun. For fun she skateboards, rides her scooter, and kayaks (though sadly not at the same time!).