21 Awesome Things You Must Do This September in Huntsville! (16 are FREE!)

By We Are Huntsville

Things You Must Do This September

A sweet respite from the heat that was August… that is our hope for September.

September is one of our all-time favorite months to live in Huntsville. And to enjoy the amazing weather we hope to experience, there are OVER 21 events that you must check out.

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Go September, Go!

1. Scarecrow Trail @ Huntsville Botanical Garden
Opens September 1

Scarecrows, Hay-bales, Sorghum Maze, Weekend Hayrides and more. Included in garden admission. 


 FREE 

2. Concerts on the Dock @ Lowe Mill

September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Great line-up of bands for this fall outdoor concert series. Read more about Concerts on the Dock here.


 3. The Color Run

September 3

The Color Run returns to Huntsville for the 3rd year in support of Arts Huntsville.


FREE

4. Yoga by the River

September 10, 17, 24

Enjoy a relaxing, yet energizing, morning of Yoga beside the gentle flowing waters of the Flint River in Hays Nature Preserve. Bring your Yoga mat or a towel and dress comfortably.


FREE

5. 11th Annual Caribbean Day in the Park @ Stoner Field Park

September 4

The Caribbean Association of North Alabama Inc (CANA) will host the largest North Alabama Family Fun Day to introduce the public to the Caribbean culture, cuisine and lifestyle in a family-friendly environment.


FREE

6. Jazz in the Park @ Big Spring Park

September 4, 11, 18, 25

The City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and Magic City Smooth Jazz will team up to present a free jazz concert series each Sunday in September at Big Springs Park from 6 – 9 pm.


7. Fido’s After 5 @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Four-legged friends are welcome in the Garden each Thursday evening, 5 pm – dusk. Garden membership or admission is required for humans. Dog admission is $1.00 each or get a season Paw Pass for $5; dogs must be on a leash.


8. Community Conversations: Anne Byrn @  Downtown Huntsville Library

September 9

Anne Byrn is the bestselling author of The Cake Mix Doctor. She will talk about her book, American Cake, at 2 pm. The ticket price of $25 per person includes a sample of two of the cakes featured in the book.


9. The Game’s Afoot (Or: Holmes for the Holidays) presented by Theatre Huntsville

September 9 – 17

The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set during the Christmas holidays. Tickets start at $16.


FREE

10.1st Annual Great OUTDOOR Expo @ Ditto Landing

September 10

Displays from all facets of outdoor experiences – Hunting, Fishing, Camping, RVing, Boating, Cycling, Watersports, Outdoor Live, and more from 10am – 6pm.


11. MY HERO: Contemporary Art & Superhero Action @ Huntsville Museum of Art

Opens September 11

My Hero presents a rich array of work by over 50 international artists, including painting, illustration, photography, sculpture, mixed media and video, that celebrates and re-envisions the lives of iconic superheroes. Included in museum admission.


12. Oktoberfest

September 15 – 18

Redstone Arsenal Family and MWR Oktoberfest, features carnival games, festhalle, biergarten and sports pavilion. Tickets  $13-$16.


13. Downtown Street Food Gathering

September 16

Street food, music and fun. Location to be determined.


14. Fauré Requiem presented by the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra

September 16

The 62nd Season opens with guest Artists: Tiffany Bostic-Brown, Terrance Brown, and Huntsville Community Chorus. Tickets start at $25.


FREE

15. Monte Sano Art Show

September 17 – 18

Featuring more than 140 of the region’s finest artists in an array of wonderful media, local food trucks and musicians throughout the park. The art festival is free, but there is a $5 parking fee that goes to benefit the State Park.


16. 17th Annual Moon Over Three Caves Dance

September 17

A signature fundraiser for the Land Trust, this event features a silent auction with special rain barrels, dinner, dancing and fun. Tickets $70/member & $80/non-member.


17. Blues with a View @ Burritt on the Mountain

September 22

Microwave Dave and the Nukes, Wine, Craft beer, food trucks and S’mores. Tickets are $25.


FREE

18. Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live! @ U.S. Space & Rocket Center

September 24

Free admission with a Museum Day pass.


19. Thrive Alabama Murder Mystery

September 24 – 25

Thrive Alabama is excited to present David Moberg’s murder mystery “Fanfare to Murder”for four performances. Tickets are $40 – $55.


20. Big Spring Crush: Downtown Wine Festival

September 25

Huntsville’s only wine festival, includes music, food and more. Tickets are $50.


21. Yoga with Live Music presented by the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra

September 25

Yoga instructor Casey Patterson, Gregory Vajda, and HSO musicians lead you in music and movement in Lowe Mill’s spacious and inviting North Floor Gallery. Grab your yoga mat and bring a friend. Tickets are $20.


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21 Awesome Things You Must Do This September in Huntsville! (16 are FREE!)

We Are Huntsville

This article was originally published by Our Valley Events. Some information may no longer be current, so we recommend verifying dates, times, and details with the event organizer or subject.