Mardi Gras party, live music + more exciting weekend events

The weekend is almost upon us and we have some pretty cool stuff happening in and around town over the next few days. A unique culinary showdown, some hockey, live music and a couple of Mardi Gras events are all happening in the next few days.

Live music

The Ancient Tones @ Lowe Mill

• What: This dynamic six-piece band from Alabama has been turning heads across the Southeast since forming in 2024, blending bluegrass, country and gospel into a sound that feels both timeless and electric. 
• When: Friday, 6:30PM
• Cost: $20+
• Details

Aaron Anderson @ Stovehouse

• What: Swing by The Booth at Stovehouse (it’s warm inside, by the way) for the talents and tunes of Aaron Anderson and dinner from the Food Garden.
• When: Friday, 6:30PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Black Jacket Symphony presents Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’ @ Mark C. Smith Concert Hall

• What: The incredibly talented Black Jacket Symphony is in town to play the entirety of Pink Floyd’s masterpiece concept album, “The Wall.”
• When: Saturday, 5PM, 9PM
• Cost: $50+
• Details

Noise Pollution @ Mars Music Hall

• What: Get ready to bang your head to this AC/DC tribute band rocking out at Mars Music Hall Saturday night.
• When: Saturday, 7:30PM
• Cost: $27+
• Details

The Ladies Of… @ Tip Top Cafe

• What: Catch the smashing rock and roll show from The Ladies Of.. with special guest, the Dave Anderson Project.
• When: Saturday, 9PM
• Cost:
• Details

Shows + expos

‘Anansi the Spider’ @ Fantasy Playhouse On the Boulevard

• What: Embark on a vibrant jungle adventure with Anansi the Spider, a 45-minute spinning web of creativity, teamwork, wisdom and resilience!
• When: Friday, 9:30AM; 11:AM
• Cost: $12
• Details

Rocket City Retro Fest @ VBC East Hall

• What: Rocket City Retro Fest brings together a wave of nostalgia: retro gaming, classic toys, vintage collectibles and all the pop culture that shaped a generation.
• When: Saturday, 10AM-5PM; Sunday 10AM-4PM
• Cost: $16+
• Details

• What: Now in its second year, this Black History Month event brings together powerful vocal performances from Oakwood University’s Dynamic Praise choir as well as choirs from Alabama A&M University, Lee High School and Jemison High School.
• When: Saturday, Feb. 7, 5PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Mystery VHS Night @ The Independent

• What: Come to The Independent at Lowe Mill and settle in to watch a movie pulled straight from the theater’s VHS collection. No hints here. Just settle back and see what they pull out for you…
• When: Saturday, 6:30PM
• Cost: $7
• Details

Sports

Huntsville Havoc hockey @ Propst Arena

• What: The Havoc will play two home games this weekend, hosting Quad City. Friday night’s game is Golf Night (with mini golf in the concourse), and Saturday’s game is Team Poster Day.
• When: Friday, 7:30PM; Saturday, 3PM
• Cost: $15+
• Details

UAH basketball @ SportsMED Arena

• What: Come cheer on the women’s and men’s basketball teams at UAH this weekend when they host Mississippi College.
• When: Women’s game, 5:30PM; men’s game, 7:30PM
• Cost: Free (general admission)
• Details

Super Bowl Watch Party @ Field Day

• What: Field Day is hosting a huge event around the game — featuring deals on wings, beer and cocktails. They also have indoor and outdoor big 20 ft. screens, as well as private viewing inside their Golf Simulators available for reservations.
• When: Sunday, 5PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Parties + more

Mardi Gras at MidCity @ The Camp

• What: Mardi Gras at MidCity is a pop-up party experience featuring New Orleans cuisine, Mardi Gras-inspired music and more.
• When: Friday, 4-10PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

Botanical Bookworms: Feathers and Fables @ Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Botanical Bookworms offers a unique blend of engaging book discussions, enriching educational experiences and guided walks through the Garden.
• When: Saturday, 10AM-12PM
• Cost: $20+
• Details

Rocket City Market @ University Pickers

• What: Shop vintage antiques, handmade crafts by local makers and much more this Saturday at University Pickers.
• When: Saturday, 9AM-4PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

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