Huntsville Weekend Roundup December 7-9
Be sure to check our huge Holiday Happenings Guide so you don’t miss something important! Our full Event Calendar also has more activities happening in Huntsville this weekend is you don’t see anything below that suits your fancy.
Finally, check in with our Giveaways for the Holidays that we host every year for our most devoted RCM Readers. You’ll be glad you did!
Free & Cheap Events
[themify_hr color=”orange” width=”75%” border_width=”1px” ]Find Your Local Holiday Scene
Now – Dec. 31
Cost: FREE
Various locations
No matter what corner of North Alabama you live, you can find free seasonal fun every night that includes gorgeous lit trees or festive decorations! Lights typically come on at dusk.
- Tinsel Trail – Big Spring Park, Huntsville
- Christmas Card Lane – Downtown Madison
- North Poll Stroll – Downtown Athens
- Enchanted Forest – Decatur
- Holiday Lane – New Market
- Christmas in the Park – Arab Historic Village
Drive-Thru Christmas
Friday & Saturday from 6-9 PM
Cost: FREE
Somerville Baptist Church | More Info
You can drive through this unique live nativity story, then enjoy cookies & hot cocoa!
Christmas Now & Then
Friday – Sunday
Cost: $3-5
Calvary Assembly Church | More Info
Two words: breakdancing Frosty! This popular show in Decatur has been running for 20 years. Read our review before you go.
Jingle Bell Square
Saturday from 9AM – 9PM
Cost: FREE
Downtown Scottsboro | More Info
A jam-packed day of Christmas fun descends on Scottsboro, including a parade, market, live music, carriage rides, and a 5K.
Sugar Plum Village
Saturday from 10AM – 3PM
Cost: FREE
Insanity Skate Park | More Info
Make an ornament to take home and decorate cookies with Buddy the Elf. Wear your tackiest sweater for the Ugly Sweater contest!
Madison Community Band Holiday Concert
Saturday from 1-2 PM
Cost: FREE
Bridge Street Town Center | More Info
Enjoy a merry mix of songs & styles to stir your seasonal spirit!
Annual Lighting of the Soldier’s Tree
Saturday from 1-4 PM
Cost: FREE
Huntsville Library Downtown | More Info
Enjoy music and food at the library and make Christmas cards to send to deployed troops after the tree lighting.
Christmas Parades This Weekend
Saturday at various times
Cost: FREE
Everybody loves a parade, and there are plenty to choose from this weekend! Click the orange titles for details about each one.
- Scottsboro Christmas Parade – Saturday at 5 PM
- New Market Christmas Parade – Saturday at 2 PM
- Guntersville Christmas Parade – Saturday at 5 PM
Madison Christmas Parade – Saturday at 5:30 PMCanceled
C-3 Christmas Cookie Contest
Saturday from 3-6 PM
Cost: $5 or FREE with sensory toy donation
Inner Space Brewing Co. | More Info
Come, indulge in the deliciousness, and vote for your favorite cookie – all while helping a great cause. You can also compete! This is a family event with a cookie decorating station on hand for children of all ages.
14th Annual Christmas Festival
Saturday & Sunday
Cost: FREE, donations accepted
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | More Info
A concert performed by an 80-voice choir and a 40-piece orchestra and an indoor live Nativity are highlights of this huge holiday event.
Sippin’ Cider Festival
Saturday from 5-8 PM
Cost: FREE
Downtown Athens | More Info
Sample and vote on your favorite cider to win the coveted Cider Cup. Kid’s activities, train rides and a visit from Santa are also on the agenda.
Parade of Lights on the River
Saturday at 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Wheeler State Park | More Info
This fun, festive family event features more than a dozen yachts, pontoons and other watercraft all decorated creatively with lights for the holidays.
Rocket City Jazz Orchestra Christmas Concert
Saturday at 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Huntsville Public Library | More Info
This 7th annual concert features music by the Rocket City Jazz Orchestra with a special appearance by the Jazzsmiths.
Santa Sightings
Friday – Sunday
Cost: FREE
Various locations
There are a couple of great opportunities around Huntsville & North Alabama to meet up with Santa for free this weekend!
- Santa at Beignet Cafe – Friday & Saturday from 5-7 PM
- Christmas Open House at Mustard Seed Consignment – Saturday from 10AM – 3PM
- Santa, Elsa, & Captain America at the Decatur Farmer’s Market – Sat. from 10AM – 2PM
- Santa at Cloud9 in Decatur – Saturday from 10AM – 1PM
- Santa at Sugar Plum Village in Madison – Saturday from 11AM – 2PM
- Santa at ChristmasFest in Huntsville – Saturday from 11AM – 1PM
Cosmic Cocoa & Magic Show
Sunday from 1-4 PM
Cost: FREE – $5
U.S. Space & Rocket Center | More Info
Decorate cookies, create festive holiday crafts, and enjoy Dr. Osborne’s magic show. Tickets are limited for this out-of-this-world holiday event for families, so get them online fast!
#ShopLocal at These Markets
Friday – Sunday
Cost: FREE
- NEACA Craft Holiday Show – Friday-Sunday at the VBC
- Christmas Farmer’s Market – Santa will be at this Decatur market!
- Sugar Plum Village – Shop at this community event in Madison
- Nerdy Noel 3.0 – This most geek-tastic market happens at Straight to Ale
- Sippin’ Cider Festival – An Athens tradition in December
PSSSST!!! You’ll find even more free events in our full Event Calendar!
Worth the Money
[themify_hr color=”orange” width=”75%” border_width=”1px” ]Galaxy of Lights Driving Nights
Friday, Nov. 23 – Dec. 31st
Cost: $25 per car
Huntsville Botanical Garden | More Info
Galaxy of Lights is an award-winning holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays. Put it on your Must List. Check their calendar for discount nights!
Huntsville Ballet & Huntsville Symphony Orchestra’s “The Nutcracker”
Thursday – Sunday
Cost: $14-20
VBC Concert Hall | More Info & tickets
Huntsville Ballet & the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra come together again for a unique performance of this holiday favorite. Save a few bucks on the ticket price with this coupon.
Santa’s Village North Pole Express
Daily now – Dec. 23 from 5-9 PM
Cost: $7 per person, kids under 2 FREE
Huntsville Historic Depot | More Info
All ages will delight in visiting Santa’s NEW house at the Depot! Meet reindeer and the North Pole elves, play in the snow, enjoy musical entertainment and more at the Village Santa calls home. Save a buck on the ticket price with this coupon.
Last Chance to See “A Christmas Carol”
Friday at 7PM | Saturday at 1:30PM & 5:30PM | Sunday at 1:30PM & 5:30PM
Cost:Â Adults $20 Children $15
VBC Playhouse | More Info
This Huntsville Holiday tradition performed by Fantasy Playhouse is back with a fresh interpretation of the Dickens’ classic! Read our review before you go, and use the Holiday Magic Pass for $2 off!
Mommy/Daddy & Me Nutcracker Tea
Saturday at 10:00 AM
Cost: $10
Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre | More Info
Create a special memory with your little ones and enjoy treats, crafts, a meet & greet with the dancers and a mini-performance of AYB’s The Nutcracker! Limited seats available.
Saturday Scientist
Saturday at 11:30 AM
Cost: FREE for members, or general admission
U.S. Space & Rocket Center | More Info
This STEAM-filled program is for kids ages 6-9 and features a heartfelt message from the planet to the ISS astronauts for the holiday season! Read our review before you go.
- RCM’s Giveaways for the Holidays
- 2018 Huntsville Gift Guide
- Marvel Universe Live! is Coming to the VBC
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