Sweet Home Alabama

Huntsville

Huntsville is rich in history and technology, and loaded with museums and cultural opportunities. It boasts the Saturn V Center, which serves as the gateway to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center; the Sci-Quest Hands On Science Center; Alabama Constitution Village; Huntsville Depot; Huntsville Museum of Art; the North Alabama Railroad Museum; Burritt on the Mountain; Huntsville Botanical Garden; the Landtrust Civil War Trail; Hampton Cove on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail; Monte Sano State Park; and the city's remarkable Twickenham Historic District. Huntsville also offers a nearly endless list of recreational activities, dining opportunities, outstanding shopping, and much, much more. Visit www.huntsville.org for more information.

Attractions

  • 10th Cavalry "Buffalo Soldier's" Memorial

    In 1866, Congress passed legislation establishing two cavalries composed of African-Americans. After Spanish-American War, the 10th U.S. Cavalry was ordered to Camp Forse in Huntsville.

  • 3 H Stables, Inc.

    Scenic trail rides, all ages. One- to two-hr. guided rides in beautiful Alabama mountains. Camping, picnics, parties, day camps, lay-ups for traveling horsemen.

  • 801 Franklin

    Restaurant with soft live music Fridays and Saturdays.

  • Alabama Constitution Village

    Costumed guides lead tours of working village (1805–1819). Cabinetmaker’s shop, print shop, confectionery shop, library and post office. Commemorates 1819 Constitutional Convention site.

  • Bandito Southside Burrito Company

    A neighborhood Mexican restaurant offering live music daily.

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Events

  • City Lights and Stars Concert

    May 25, 2012

    May 25, Huntsville City Lights and Stars Concert burrittonthemountain.com. Admission charged. Burritt on the Mountain--Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of great music with the stars above and the city lights below at Burritt's City Lights and Stars Concert Series. 7:30 p.m.

  • Epic Comedy Hour

    May 25, 2012

    The Epic Comedy Hour is hosted by Justin Ledlow with guest comedians; Jake Head, Florida, Michael McCall, Joe Raines and Stephen Claybrooks. This R-rated show starts at 8pm, doors open at 7:30, admission is $7. 8-11pm

  • Funky Pirates Jazz Band

    May 25, 2012

    The Funky Pirates Jazz Band plays the music of New Orleans and features some of the finest jazz musicians in the Huntsville area. All of the musicians that perform with the Funky Pirates are also full-time professional musicians with the United States Army Band. The Jazz genre has absolutely exploded over the past 100 years to encompass all forms of music. The Funky Pirates Jazz Band specializes in early jazz like you would hear on the streets of New Orleans in the 1910’s and 20’s. The Funky Pirates also mix in newer jazz, funk, hip-hop, r&b, rock, and other modern influences all with an early New Orleans flavor. The Funky Pirates Jazz Band has been featured in venues in New Orleans and the Southeast, but is based out of Huntsville, Alabama. funkypiratesjazzband.com Concerts on the Dock is a family friendly event that is always FREE from 6-9 p.m. every Friday night from April to October. Feel free to bring your dogs on a leash and food, drinks, blankets and chairs. We graciously accept donations.

  • Funky Pirates Jazz Band

    May 26, 2012

    Funky Pirates Jazz Band plays the music of twenties and thirties New Orleans . Join the party and don't forget your dancing shoes. Music begins at 8pm, admission is $10./general, $7./students, military and seniors. 8-11pm

  • 16th Annual Old School & Blues Festival

    May 26-27, 2012

    2 full days of back to back old school jammin’ - LIVE PERFORMANCES Saturday May 26 – “ Come On and Rock Me!” Freddie Jackson, Willie Clayton, NEXT, Wilson Meadows, Microwave Dave, D Bradley,Cornelius MD Tabitha King, Tam Tam and more…. Gates open at 11 am showtime 1:00 pm Sunday May 27- we’re bringin’ that Love Train in with Confunksion, Sir Charles Jones, Dave Hollister, Calvin Richardson, Cherrelle, Diedra, KSS and Fiona Fantasi and Pure Skye Gates open at 12 noon showtime 2:00pm

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Accommodations

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Restaurants

  • Beauregard's

  • Chef’s Table

    The area’s only TAPAS restaurant, serving a variety of entrees European-style, in smaller portions but more dishes brought to the table.

  • Cotton Row Market

    If you're on the go and looking for a quick and tasty breakfast and lunch, Cotton Row Market presents a variety of croissants, sandwiches, wraps and salads.

  • G's Country Kitchen

  • House of Brews

    Cafe/Pub with paninis, soups, salads, made from scratch baked goods, Sunday brunch, music nightly, full bar, microbrew and imported beers and wines by the glass or bottle.

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