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🏠 PorchFest Five Points 2025
Tune-Up Car Show, Derby Night Event, Grain + Berry’s grand launch, new Maple Hill Cemetery expansion, 2025 Southern Fried Film Festival update, Huntsville City FC vs Atlanta
Forrest Webber
May 02, 2025
Happy May, Huntsville! Don’t miss out on PorchFest Five Points. I started living on Pratt Street last year and wasn’t aware of PorchFest beforehand, and I was super surprised to see how packed it was. It’s definitely an event you don’t want to miss. Bring friends and family!
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Bear Brothers Cleaning 🐻
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4 Weekend Events 📅
Here are four things to do this weekend!
PorchFest FivePoints 🎶🏡
Get ready for a street party like no other! PorchFest FivePoints brings live music to porches where friends, neighbors, and families dance in the streets and celebrate local talent. It's a free event filled with music, food trucks, and local vibes in a community that thrives on creativity. Bring your tip money to support local bands, grab some merch, enjoy great food, and show love to small businesses. Organized by Purple19 and benefiting local creative projects through Huntsville Music Scene.
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 03:00 pm to 09:00 pm
Location: Huntsville's Five Points District
Rocket City Spring Tune-Up 🚗🎶
The inaugural Spring Tune-Up Car Show offers a full day of family-friendly fun! Enjoy classic and custom cars, live music, food trucks, kids' activities, and more. Kids 12 and under get in free — don’t miss this high-energy celebration of cars, community, and springtime fun! 🔥
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 11:00 am to 06:00 pm
Location: Toyota Field 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison
May Day Market 🌸🛍
Springtime in Rocket City gets even better with the Rocket City May Day Market! Visitors can shop, stroll, and support local vendors at this vibrant outdoor event featuring handcrafted artisan goods, fresh local produce and flowers, mouthwatering eats from food trucks, and a wide selection of antiques and vintage treasures.
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
Location: 3405 Triana Blvd SW, Downtown Huntsville’s Historical Merrimack District
UNFRAMED: Off to the Races! 🎩🏇
The Huntsville Museum of Art Guild presents a Derby-themed evening featuring live jazz, Derby bites and Mint Juleps, live and silent auctions, and a big-screen race viewing.
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 04:00 am to 07:00 pm
Location: Huntsville Museum of Art, 300 Church St SW, Huntsville
Weekend Weather ☀️
You can look at our detailed forecast here.
Saturday, May 3
Day: Scattered thunderstorms are expected in the morning, becoming more widespread by the afternoon. Highs will reach around 67°F, with southwest winds at 5–10 mph. There's a 90% chance of rain, and locally heavy rainfall is possible. Humidity will be at 86%, and the UV index will peak at 4/11. Sunrise is at 5:53 am, and sunset is at 7:33 pm.
Night: Mainly clear skies are expected overnight, with a low near 52°F. Winds will be light and variable. Humidity will rise slightly to 87%, and the UV index will fall to 0/11.
Sunday, May 4
Day: Skies will range from partly to mostly cloudy throughout the day. Expect a high near 66°F with west winds at 5–10 mph. Humidity will be around 66%, and the UV index will reach 7/11. Sunrise is at 5:52 am, and sunset is at 7:33 pm.
Night: A few clouds will drift through the night sky, with a low around 49°F. Winds will shift to the northwest at 5–10 mph. Humidity will be about 82%, and the UV index will remain at 0/11.
The Trade Table 🏠
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Huntsville News 📝
Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville
City of Huntsville moves forward with Maple Hill Cemetery expansion
The recently bought land will be part of the cemetery’s future expansion plans, which are currently being developed. Details.
Grants set the stage for 2025 Southern Fried Film Festival
The local and state grants will help boost the annual showcase of exceptional films and filmmakers from around the globe. Full story.
Huntsville school adds classrooms to prepare for incoming 6th graders
The Huntsville Planning Commission approved a 21,228 square-foot expansion to the existing school. More.
More home construction in two fast-growing sectors expected in Rocket City
Homes in Greenbrier Preserve are expected to cater to moderate-income buyers, while homes in the Village of Providence development are anticipated to be priced higher. Story.
City of Madison to remove fluoride from drinking water
Big news! Fluoride will no longer be in Madison's drinking water. Let the debates begin.
Do you like Fluoride? |
Huntsville Real Estate 🏡
Priced at $439,900, this traditional Cape Cod in the Piedmont area sits on a cul-de-sac lot. Features include 9-ft ceilings, a spacious great room, formal dining, an eat-in kitchen, and a two-car garage. The primary suite features a built-in desk, walk-in closet, and a glamorous bath. Upstairs, two large bedrooms share a full bath. Renovated in 2013 with updated kitchen, baths, hardwoods, HVAC, and more. Termite bond with Cooks.
Huntsville Business 🏢
New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news
New Rena’s Homemade Butter Rolls opens
Rena’s Homemade Butter Rolls, long known for its mobile presence, has opened a new storefront. Full details.
Are you excited for Grain + Berry’s grand launch?
Grain & Berry, a leader in health-focused dining, has brought its nutritious acai bowls, smoothies, hand-crafted juices, and more to Jones Valley. Full.
Leidos Advanced Training Complex is now at Drake State
Drake State Community & Technical College recently celebrated the grand opening of the state-of-the-art Leidos Advanced Training Complex, a 50,000-square-foot facility designed to support the growing demand for skilled workers in various industries.
@HomelyHuntsville 📸
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Deal of the Week! 🌟
The countdown is ON for Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux opening in Town Madison this May 3! 🎉 Get ready for scratch-made dishes, wall-to-wall TVs, and epic giveaways during opening week! 👀
📍 121 Outfield Drive, Madison, AL
Business Spotlight 🏬
Oak + Mane Hair Co. 💇♀️✨
Opened in February by local business owner Nikkie Elliot, Oak & Mane Hair Co. offers a full-service salon experience with top-notch stylists. Nikkie's vision is to provide stylists with the freedom of flexible schedules, affordable rental rates, and higher-than-standard commission rates. Whether you're looking for a fresh cut, color, or styling, this local gem is here to elevate your hair game!
📍 909 Oakwood Ave NW, Suite C, Huntsville, AL 35811
🕒 Now open Monday-Saturday, 9 AM-8 PM
Huntsville Jobs 💼
Looking for a new career opportunity in Huntsville? Check out these exciting job openings:
Company: CVS Health
Location: Huntsville, AL
Pay: $16 - $24 an hour
Job type: Part-time, Full-time
Company: Bear Brothers Cleaning
Location: Huntsville
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Job type: Contract, Choose your hours
Company: LKQ Corporation
Location: Huntsville, AL
Pay: $17.00 an hour
Job type: Full-time
Fireplace Distributor 🔥
The Kingsman Linear Direct Vent Gas Fireplace with IPI Pilot is a beautiful addition to any home. Its sleek design, featuring tempered glass, a safety barrier screen, and decorative bronze accents, makes it a stylish choice for mobile homes, bedrooms, or cozy sitting areas. Shop Fireplace Distributor to find more fire, fireplace deals!
Huntsville Sports 🏈
Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate
Trash Pandas 🐼
The Rocket City Trash Pandas are currently standing 7-16 with a .304 win percentage.
vs. Birmingham
04/25 L 2-6
04/25 L 4-6
04/26 W 4-2
04/27 L 2-3
at Knoxville
04/29 L 6-9
04/30 L 4-5
05/01 W 5-3
Upcoming Game
at Knoxville 05/02 to 05/04
vs. Montgomery 05/06 to 05/09
Huntsville City FC ⚽️
With the win against Inter Miami II, the team moved to 3-2-1. The Boys in Blue will next face Atlanta on Saturday, May 3, at 6 p.m. CT at Wicks Family Field.
vs. Inter Miami II
Huntsville City FC rolled to a 4-0 win over Inter Miami II at Wicks Family Field. Blake Bowen opened the scoring in the first half, followed by Ethan O’Brien doubling the lead. Gunnar Studenhofft added a third early in the second half, and Jordan Knight sealed the victory. Christian Koffi earned Man of the Match for his standout performance in midfield. Assists came from Bryan Acosta, Alan Carleton, and Zach Barrett.
Upcoming Games
05/03 vs. Atlanta
05/10 @ Carolina Core
05/17 vs. Chattanooga
Huntsville Music 🎵
Wondering what music awaits you in Huntsville this weekend? See the featured options below, or explore more events on the Huntsville Music Calendar.
The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular 🎶💥
Paramount presents the Laser Spectacular, a smash hit multimedia laser and light show. This mind-expanding experience takes audiences on a journey, combining cutting-edge effects and high-powered lasers, all performed live to Pink Floyd’s iconic music. A must-see for classic rock fans of all ages!
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 08:00 pm
Location: Von Braun Center Mars Music Hall 700 Monroe Street Huntsville
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