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🏠 The South’s Favorite Hot Air Balloon Event
15% off promo in Deal of the Week, Concerts on the Dock, Golden Hour at the Garden, Huntsville’s Population Growth, Vista at Councill Square Opening, The Beasley Brothers Live
Forrest Webber
May 23, 2025
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Bear Brothers Cleaning 🐻
Bear Brothers Cleaning knows how to keep your home clean! Choose from deep, move-out, recurring, and even commercial cleans. Beary Clean, Guaranteed!
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4 Weekend Events 📅
Here are four things to do this weekend!
Soaring High: The Alabama Jubilee Festival 🎈🌟
Experience a sky full of color at the South’s favorite hot air balloon event! Enjoy balloon races, a magical Balloon Glow, fireworks, live music, arts & crafts, antique tractors, classic cars, and fun for all ages—including kids’ activities and free tethered rides. Admission and parking are free!
Date: May 24-25, 2025
Time: 06:30 am to 09:30 pm
Location: Point Mallard Park 2901 D Point Mallard Cir SE, Catur, Alabama
Shop Black Fest 🖤✊🏾
Celebrate culture, community, and entrepreneurship with 60+ Black-owned vendors, live music, DJs, food trucks, family fun, and good vibes all day. From fashion to wellness, it’s more than a market—it’s a movement. Come shop the culture, taste the flavor, and feel the vibe!
Date: May 24, 2025
Time: 02:00 to 07:00 pm
Location: 2620 Clinton Ave West, Huntsville, AL
Concerts on the Dock 🎶 🎸
Live music under the sky—what could be better? Since 2007, this iconic series brings unforgettable performances to our historic dock stage. Featuring local, regional, and national acts you won’t hear anywhere else, it’s all about music, creativity, and community.
Next up: The Grasstronauts and their bluegrass vibes!
Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 06 pm to 09:00 pm
Location: Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment 2211 Seminole Dr SW Huntsville
Golden Hour at the Garden ✨🌅
Unwind as the sun sets at Cedar Glade with live music, refreshing drinks, and tasty bites from Fern & Feast Bistro. Whether it’s date night or a chill evening with friends, Golden Hour offers laid-back vibes and natural beauty—perfect for soaking in the moment and ending the day in style.
Date: May 23, 2025
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville
Weekend Weather ☀️
You can look at our detailed forecast here.
Huntsville News 📝
Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville
Huntsville’s population grows rapidly while other Alabama cities decline
According to new figures published Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau, Alabama's most populous city experienced the highest population growth in the state last year. Story.
FBI workforce expansion in Huntsville unaffected by D.C. Relocation Plan
A new FBI initiative to redistribute 1,500 employees away from Washington, D.C., won’t alter the agency’s ongoing expansion at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, bureau officials confirmed. Full details.
Final week to see Rosenwald Schools Exhibit
Time is running out to experience a powerful exhibit honoring a vital piece of Alabama’s educational history. Read more.
Huntsville Real Estate 🏡
Priced at $274,900, this charming 2-bedroom townhouse features a new roof and a cozy living room with a corner fireplace. The open layout includes hardwood floors, a formal dining room, and a kitchen. Enjoy a private fenced patio overlooking a peaceful park with a creek and picnic spots. The main-level master, an upstairs bedroom, full bath, and loft, make this home perfect for downsizing or students.
The Trade Table 🏠
Your oven shouldn’t just sit there—it should do things, like crisping veggies with Air Fry, rising dough to perfection, and handling a holiday dinner without breaking a sweat. The Forno 30" Built-In Double Wall Oven, now at The Trade Table, does exactly that with a 10.0 cu. ft. capacity, True European Convection, and an easy-to-use touchscreen loaded with 10 smart cooking modes. It’s built for real-life messes too, with steam clean and self-clean features that save you time. Ready to make your kitchen actually work for you? Grab it now and take $50 off with code TRADE50.
Huntsville Business 🏢
New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news
Hibachi Buffet to bring new flavors to Parkway Place Mall
A new dining option is coming soon to Huntsville, promising a wide variety of Asian cuisine in an all-you-can-eat setting. Details.
Vista at Councill Square now open in Downtown Huntsville
The brand-new six-story apartment complex features 332 units and brings fresh energy and upscale living to the heart of the city. Know more.
Electric Slice Pizza firing up soon
The new pizza spot is set to open with a fresh “pizza-to-go” concept, serving hand-crafted pies made with scratch-made dough and high-quality ingredients. Full.
Field Day set to level up Huntsville
The new space will feature an 18-hole mini golf course, axe throwing, duckpin bowling, and much more. Designed for all kinds of fun, Field Day will also host private events, live music, trivia nights, and community-focused fundraisers. Read more.
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Deal of the Week! 🌟
Sister Stitches Needlepoint Launches Alexa Stocking Trunk Show at Walker’s Market 🧵
May is in full swing at Sister Stitches Needlepoint, located inside Walker’s Market — and so is their festive Alexa Stocking Trunk Show! From now through May 31, enjoy 15% off all Alexa Stockings, just in time to start stitching for the holidays.
Swing by Tuesday through Saturday from 10AM–3PM to browse the beautiful designs and get inspired!
Business Spotlight 🏪
Turbo Coffee is serving up energy daily ☕
Turbo Coffee is a go-to destination for bold brews, delicious light bites, and a sleek space to recharge. Whether you're stopping in for your morning caffeine fix or grabbing a quick pick-me-up on the go, Turbo delivers quality and speed in every cup.
Open seven days a week, it’s the perfect spot to fuel your hustle — with doors open Monday–Friday from 7AM–5PM, Saturday 8AM–5PM, and Sunday 9AM–5PM.
📍 1300 Meridian St N, Floor 2, Huntsville, AL 35801
Huntsville Jobs 💼
Looking for a new career opportunity in Huntsville? Check out these exciting job openings:
Company: IntrepidLLC
Location: Huntsville, AL
Pay: $50,000 - $70,000 a year
Job type: Full-time
Company: Bear Brothers Cleaning
Location: Huntsville
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Job type: Contract, Choose your hours
Company: Edge Autonomy
Location: Huntsville, AL
Pay: $63,490 - $83,854 a year
Job type: Full-time
Mister Sparky of Huntsville ⚡
Need a hand with flickering lights, breaker issues, or a full rewiring? Mister Sparky of Huntsville brings fast, friendly, and always on-time electrical service—because your time matters.
✅ Licensed & Insured
✅ 24/7 Emergency Service
✅ “We’re On Time, You’ll See, Or The Repair Is Free!”
Huntsville Sports 🏈
Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate
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 Beasley Brothers Live 🎸🎶
Prepare for a high-energy night of Country and Rock as The Beasley Brothers take the stage! Hailing from Nashville, TN, this dynamic group, fronted by Lawson and Jackson, brings heartfelt lyrics and electric performances. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their sound, enjoy a night of great music and good vibes!
Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 07:00 to 10:00 pm
Location: Stovehouse 3414 Governors Dr SW Huntsville
Pet of the Week 🐕
The featured pet of the week! Companions from our subscribers and animals looking for homes at local shelters.
Palmdale has been living his best life in foster care, but what would make it even better? A forever home! This big, lovable boy is all about fun, adventure, and making new human and canine friends.
Recently, he had the time of his life at Dog Splash, showing off just how much he enjoys being in the water.
Palmdale is a true dog’s dog, always eager to make new furry friends. While he gets along well with dogs of all sizes, he would thrive in a home with other large dogs who can match his energy and playful spirit.
If you are interested in adopting this animal, send an email or call 256-883-3782.
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