Weekly roundup
Hey Parents! 👋
This weather has been a bit rough the last few days, but I think we are supposed to have some nicer weather going into this weekend! I am ready for it!
May is here, and so are the activities! There are quite a few things to do this weekend, as well as live music! Let’s do it!
Friday, May 8 | 9 AM - 8 PM
National Public Gardens Day
Huntsville Botanical Gardens
In honor of National Public Gardens Day, Huntsville Botanical Garden is offering free admission to all guests on Friday, May 8, during regular operating hours (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM). This special day is the perfect opportunity to get outside, explore the beauty of nature, and connect with the vibrant plant life that surrounds us.
What to expect: Beautiful gardens and live music in the Cedar Glade at 5 PM
Perfect for: Families with children of all ages looking for some phenomenal outdoor time
Pro tip: Don’t forget your water to stay hydrated
Cost: Admission: FREE!
Saturday, May 9 | 1:30 PM
A Midsummers Night Dream
Lowe Mill, Huntsville, AL
Experience something Huntsville has never seen before. Join Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment for a special debut performance of selections from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This enchanting production brings Shakespeare’s whimsical tale of fairies, mischief, and magic to life through dance, marking the very first time this beloved story has been performed in Huntsville.
Set against the creative backdrop of Lowe Mill, this unique performance blends classical ballet with an immersive artistic atmosphere you won’t want to miss.
What to expect: Ballet from the Alabama Youth Ballet
Perfect for: Everyone
Pro tip: Be ready to enjoy the ballet
Cost: Free
Friday, May 8 | 6 PM
Concerts on the Dock: Whitesburg Picnic
Lowe Mill, Huntsville, AL
Since their emergence, they’ve turned the jam band world upside down with their brilliant innovations, such as using guitars with SIX strings, amplifiers that go to 12, not to mention their drummer using both his hands AND his feet. The list goes on and on. They’ll bring you the best of the jam bands – Grateful Dead, Widespread Panic, Phish, and more. If you’ll bring the honey, they’ll bring the jam! We’ll have us a Whitesburg Picnic!
Come join fellow music lovers at the mill to hear live performances, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and let loose on our East lawn!
What to expect: Music, Fun and dancing
Perfect for: Everyone!
Pro tip: Bring a blanket and chairs, enjoy the delicious food and drinks Lowe Mill has to offer.
Cost: FREE admission $10 parking.
Friday & Saturday, May 8 & 9 | 8 AM - 4 PM
37th Annual Oakville Indian Mounds Festival
Danville, AL
Experience Native American music, drums and dances. There will be living history displays along with food trucks and of course, the traditional fry bread! You can enjoy arts & crafts from vendors as well as learn traditional skills demonstrations. The museum will also be open.
What to expect: Music, dancing, storytelling, food and the museum!
Perfect for: Everyone!
Pro tip:
Cost: Adults: $10 Children 5 & under: Free
💡 My Weekend Picks
If I had to narrow it down…
Concerts on The Dock - Live music… outdoors… You can’t go wrong! I absolutely love live music! It is the best way to wind down, you can even bring your picnic blanket or some chairs to be extra comfy!
A Midsummers Night Dream - Time to culture ourselves! I think my little one would absolutely enjoy seeing the ballerinas. She loves pretending to be a ballerina so I think this will be a big hit!
Indian Mounds Festival - Super cool to experience the culture and appreciate the history we have locally. You can’t go wrong with frybread either!
That’s it for this week.
📝 Before You Head Out:
The weather is finally turning a corner. Mild on Friday, mid-70s Saturday, and pushing into the low 80s by Sunday. Bring the blanket. Bring the chairs. Bring the snacks you swore you weren't going to bring.
If you make it out to any of these events, come say hi! I'll be the dad attempting to look casual while my daughter dances harder than anyone else on the East lawn at Lowe Mill… and probably eventually convinces me to join in.
Happy adventuring,
Ryan 🚀