Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL – February 28 – March 2
1. Spring Open House
Date: February 28 – March 2
Location: University Pickers
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Free Admission Every Day! We have over 150 small shops selling Vintage, antique, handcrafted, unique items and more under one roof! Spring has Sprung here at University Pickers and we are so excited for longer days, fresh flowers, and outdoor activities. Also our Shop Owners are stocking their booths with lots of great finds, Furniture, and Spring Decor for our Spring Open House. Looking forward to seeing you all and make sure to tell your friends!
2. The 2nd Annual Rocket City Blues Festival
Date: Friday, February 28
Time: 8:00pm
Location: VBC – Propst Arena
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The Blues Is Alright Tour comes to the VBC Propst Arena with The 2nd Annual Rocket City Blues Festival on Friday, February 28 at 8:00 p.m. The Blues is musical storytelling filled with stark emotion and a revolving reality check. It is authentically raw; transforming tragedy, adversity, and heartache into a visceral and cathartic experience. This special night of emotive lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment features performances by King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, J-Wonn, West Love, and Ronnie Bell.
3. Huntsville’s Downtown Vintage Market
Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Green Street Parking Garage
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Huntsville’s premier downtown vintage market, presented by your local vintage shop, One Man’s Vintage! Shop thousands of vintage gems from vendors, offering unique pieces from clothing to decor to collectibles spanning from the 50s to the 2000s. Enjoy an amazing set from our DJ and local food trucks. Join us Saturday, March 1st, 11am – 4pm at the ground floor of the Greene Street Parking Garage. It’s completely free to attend, so grab your friends and family, come shop, and enjoy the day downtown!
4. Mardi Gras Huntsville The Grand Parade
Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 3:30pm
Location: Downtown Huntsville
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You will not want to miss Huntsville’s 11th Mardi Gras Parade benefitting Blount Hospitality House! The streets of Huntsville will be in full color, for beads, bring your entire family to this fun evening!
5. Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters
Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Camp
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The Mardi Gras Party continues with Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters on Saturday, March 1!!! THIS IS A HUGE PARTY YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!! We’re partying ALL DAY, and this show starts at 7pm. GET HERE EARLY!!!
For even more stuff to do, check out our Events Calendar!

Katelyn Henderson has lived in Huntsville for over 12 years and feels like it is her true home. She owns We Are Huntsville and loves supporting local business, sharing fun exciting news, and finding all the secret treasures that make Huntsville so special. You can always send her an email! katelyn@wearehuntsville.com