Weekend Events- Fall and Halloween Edition!
By Abigail Harrison, DHI Communications Coordinator
From Halloween movies, to pickleball, to artisan markets— there’s something for everyone this weekend in Downtown Huntsville! Make sure to mark your calendars for any of these spooktacular events.
Movies in the Park
Come downtown for the last Movies in the Park of the season! Grab a bite to eat at one of the local food truck vendors, listen to free live music before the movie starts, and then watch a free showing of Ghostbusters: Afterlife (rated PG-13). Food vendors and activities start at 5PM with the movie beginning at sunset.
Event Details: Friday, October 25 from 5-8 PM in Big Spring Park
More Info: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/moviesintheparkfall
Halloween on Holmes
Enjoy a free Halloween block party this Friday! There will be live DJs, dancing, face painting, and food and drink specials from surrounding establishments. Costumes are encouraged.
Event Details: Friday, October 25 from 5-10 PM on Holmes Avenue
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/cQtzK1xH6b1HSmq4/
Fright Nights at Wicks Family Field
As the darkness descends, this event offers tricks and treats, haunted spaces featuring classic horror movie icons like Frankenstein, Swamp Thing, and Dracula, and roaming spooky characters. Watch classic horror films on jumbo screens, snap boo-tiful photo ops, and enjoy Halloween-themed cocktails and snacks. Costumes are encouraged.
Event Details: Friday and Saturday, October 25 and 26, from 5 PM to 12 AM at Wicks Family field
More Info: https://www.theatrehsv.org/fright-nights
Haunted Mansion Dinner
Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR dinner at Dr. Burritt’s chilling mansion. The sit-down dinner includes Ghostly White and Bone-Dry Red Wine. Visit the Fortune Teller for a few haunting surprises. Strange noises, creepy crawly’ s, ghostly visits, all part of the experience!
Event Details: Friday, October 25 from 6-8 PM at Burritt on the Mountain
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/nmfm1ii2YpLEPJDc/
Spooky Shop and Stroll on Gas Light Alley
Get a head start on your holiday shopping with a chilling Halloween twist this Friday! There will be plenty of good deals, one-of-a-kind Huntsville treasures, and rewards for filling your shopping bags with goodies from some local shops.
Event Details: Friday, October 25 from 6-9 PM in Gas Light Alley at Stovehouse
More Info: https://www.stovehouse.com/event/spooky-shop-and-stroll/
Downtown Pickleball Takeover
Calling all pickleball lovers! This Saturday, downtown will be transformed into a one of a kind pickleball experience for all ages. Temporary pickleball courts will be set up at two downtown locations for free play. The event will also feature beginners’ pickleball clinics, live DJs, food trucks, kids’ activities, and more! Courts are first come, first serve but reservations can be made ahead of time. Participants are encouraged to bring their own paddles and pickleballs.
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 9 AM to 6 PM at Northside Square and Holmes Avenue
More Info: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/downtown-pickleball-takeover
Fall Festival at University Pickers
Celebrate autumn with this free, family-friendly event packed with fun activities for all ages! Kids can enjoy pumpkin painting, giant slides, and trunk or treat while exploring creatively decorated market booths. Satisfy your taste buds with delicious food trucks offering fall flavors, and browse unique handcrafted items from local vendors.
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 10 AM to 5 PM at University Pickers
More Info: https://www.universitypickers.com/events/fall-festival-2/
‘Lil Ghosts & Ghouls Trick-or-Treat
Calling all ‘lil Ghosts and Ghouls! Don your favorite costume and trick-or-treat at Harrison Brothers this Saturday! They'll have free goody bags, Halloween crafts, and a spooky scavenger hunt!
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 2-4 PM at Harrison Brothers Hardware
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/iNuMKuqHBgSGuXgQ/
Downtown Night Market
Join us for the Downtown Night Market in Color Walk Alley! Enjoy local artists, makers, food trucks, crafts, and more! Come ready to shop, celebrate art, and hear beats by DJ Dezzy and DJ 2WatersPlz!
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 6-10 PM in Color Walk Alley
More Info: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/downtownnightmarket
Northside Square Halloween Fest
After the Downtown Pickleball Takeover wraps up, Northside Square is turning into a Halloween block party! Presented by BeeZr, Del Chuco, Jack Brown’s, and The Poppy and Parliament, the fest will feature free live music by Soul Jazzers and Stanley Dan, activities, and food and drink specials from the participating establishments.
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 6:30-9:30 PM on Northside Square
More Info: (Add event page)
Fright Lights Halloween Laser Show
Experience Boris the Spider, Godzilla, Frankenstein, Radioactive Hamsters, Thriller, the Monster Mash and so many more Halloween favorites in this brilliant and intimate laser light show experience.
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 6:30-8:30 PM at Rocket City Lasers in Campus 805
More Info: https://tickets.rocketcitylasers.com/events/rocketcitylasers/1343706?
Fright Night Halloween Bash
Step into a world of madness and dance as Lowe Mill is transformed with crazy decor that will leave you in awe. Brace yourself for a hauntingly good time with not one, but TWO DJs! Flip C. & Miss K will be spinning a mix of everything, from hair-raising tunes to bone-rattling beats.Come dressed in your spookiest, wildest, or most creative costumes!
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 7-11 PM at Lowe Mill A&E
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/KmbBi6PbqdjT41qX/
2024 Zombie Prom at the Electric Belle
Get ready to dance with the undead at the 2024 Zombie Prom, featuring killer tunes by funk band Smooth Fondu, spooky drink specials, eerie decorations, and a costume contest for the Zombie Prom King and Queen. Snack on gourmet hot dogs, sip devilish elixirs, and party like it's the end of the world!
Event Details: Saturday, October 26 from 7:30 PM to 12 AM at The Electric Belle at Stovehouse
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/fQWT6at95mWXRPBH/