Hooray for short work weeks thanks to summer holidays! The fireworks might be over, but your weekend is just getting started.

Items of note before we launch you into the Weekend Roundup:

• It’s looking a bit rainy, so keep this list on Indoor Play places handy
• There are EIGHT local Farmer’s Markets happening this weekend!
• Do you have our free smartphone app yet? All that RCM goodness on the go!
• There are more great things to do inside our full Event Calendar
• Gas up the car, grab the kids, and LET’S GO!
  

  Free & Cheap Events

  
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  Listen to Some Live Tunes

  Cost: FREE
  Various days & locations
  There is so much great free live music to hear this weekend – grab your lawn chairs and bug spray and pack a picnic supper!

• Acoustic Squared – Thursday at 5PM
• Under the Lights Downtown – Thursday and Friday at 5PM
• Madison Gazebo Concert – Thursday at 6:30PM
• Friday Night Art Walk – Friday at 5PM
• Grotto Lights Concert – Saturday at 6PM

Parenting Class

Thursday at 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Madison Public Library | More Info
If you are the parent (or parent-to-be) of a newborn to five year-old, these in-depth classes could prove to be invaluable. Read more HERE about the topics covered in “Parenting Enhancement with a Purpose” classes facilitated by local experts.

Christmas in July

Friday from 3-7 PM
Cost: $6
KidVenture | More Info
Costume characters, shaved ice, refreshments, a live animal show, and local vendors are all a part of this festive event, not to mention all the things kids can bounce on and play!

Indiana Jones in the Park

Friday at 6PM
Cost: FREE
Big Spring Park | More Info
Movies in the Park debuts “Raiders of the Lost Ark” under the stars in Huntsville. Pack a blanket, chairs, and a picnic for the flick!

Athens Kiddie Carnival

Friday & Saturday
Cost: 50 cents per ride
Athens Lions Club Park | More Info
A carnival just for kids? Yes, you heard us right and it is NOT TO BE MISSED. Seriously, read our review and you’ll be lining up.

Breakfast On the Square

Saturday from 7-11AM
Cost: FREE admission
Courthouse Square | More Info
If you have young kids that get up early, this breakfast food truck event could be the answer to your food truck rally woes. They tend to be a lot less crowded and it’s a great way to kick off your Saturday!

Get Artrageous

Saturday at 2PM
Cost: FREE
Madison Public Library | More Info
This monthly studio session is a little bit artsy, a little bit crafty, and totally book nerdy. Today’s project is making felt kitties! Recommended for ages 14+, parents also welcome to craft.


See Also



Huntsville Weekend Roundup September 13-15

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Biergarten for Supper

Thursday from 4:30-7:30 PM
Cost: FREE admission, pay for food
U.S. Space & Rocket Center | More Info
This family and dog-friendly event is the perfect excuse to dine out on Thursday nights! Your family can enjoy authentic German food, live music, and beer under the Saturn V Moon Rocket in the Davidson Center for Space Exploration. This is a unique Huntsville experience if you’re ever entertaining guests!

Hunting & Fishing Expo

Friday – Sunday
Cost: $10 for adults, kids 12 and under FREE
VBC South Hall | More info
The TVHFE is a weekend entertainment experience that’s designed for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The Duck Dynasty guys will be there too, but you’ll REALLY want to go see Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel. Get the full schedule of events here.

NARM Birthday Bash

Saturday at 10:00 AM
Cost: $10-15, buy tickets online
North AL Railroad Museum | More Info
North Alabama Railroad Museum is turning 50 and they want YOU to help them celebrate! Join them for full-length train ride in their vintage coaches, followed by a train-tastic birthday party at the station!

Kids Night Out

Saturday from 6-10 PM
Cost: $10
Southeast YMCA | More Info
4 hours of fun, games and a pizza dinner for children ages 4-12 – it can’t get better than that! Advance registration is required – you can even do that online.

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