Get a Taste of Downtown Huntsville

Food is on the brain in this edition of the Downtown Explorer! A Taste of Panoply is headed back to Downtown Huntsville this weekend and you won't want to miss it. Then, watch as we taste test some of our Food Trucks vs Food Trailer menu items in our most recent YouTube video. And we take a tour of our Craft Cocktail Trail with the Leadership of Greater Huntsville Alumni. Read more below!

The Arts Huntsville Panoply Festival is back this year!! This in-person, three-day arts festival will be held at Huntsville’s Big Spring Park April 23 – 25! A Taste of Panoply, a scaled-back version of the annual arts festival, offers the community a much-needed opportunity to interact while celebrating and supporting the arts community safely.

There will be 15 musical performances by local and regional talent and art from over 100 visual artists. On Saturday and Sunday, festivalgoers can experience live art demonstrations at the Arts In Action tents, interact with strolling characters and take photos at the festival’s interactive art installations, and grab their free STEAM and Creativity Corner activities to continue the festival experience at home! Plus, enjoy fireworks over Big Spring Park on Friday night's preview night.

Hours:
Friday, April 23 from 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, April 24 from 10:00am – 9:00pm (Art Marketplace closes at 7:30pm)
Sunday, April 25 from 11:00am – 6:00pm

Tickets:
Friday Night Tickets: $20
Saturday and Sunday free with a suggested $10 donation per adult

*Please note that there will be capacity limitations

Food Trucks vs Food Trailers is quickly approaching! To gear up for the big kick-off event, Chad Emerson, Downtown Huntsville, Inc. CEO, and Amanda Howard, with sponsor Amanda Howard Sotheby's International Realty, participated in a preliminary taste testing with some of our vendors!

To watch this fun little cook-off, click here! Amanda and Chad try 2 Chicks on a Roll, Mac & Snacks, Hippea Camper, and Badd Newz BBQ for this taste test. Not one of them disappointed!!!

Come check out these Trucks and Trailers and more at this year's Food Truck All Stars event. Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from May to October in Big Spring Park. Be there for the fight of the century!

Yesterday, we had the privilege of leading a tour for the Leadership Greater Huntsville Alumni through our Craft Cocktail Trail.

After sampling cocktails at Purveyor, we headed through the Clinton Row Colorwalk for some fun photos before arriving at The Bottle. Then, on our way to Stellas Elixir Lounge, we stopped by to see some more art on our Secret Art Trail. After Stellas, we passed by the new hotel on Jefferson Street and made our way to Phat Sammys to end with cocktails and appetizers.

If your company is interested in taking a similar tour, let DHI help you in the process! Email Karla at karla@downtownhuntsville.org to learn more about how you can have a fun outing in Downtown Huntsville!

Here's a List of Easter and Spring Activities in Downtown Huntsville!

Happy Spring Downtown Huntsville! In this edition of the Downtown Explorer, we announce our St. Patricks Day Porch Parade winners, Easter events to attend, and Spring activities to enjoy in Downtown! As the weather warms up, come out and see what the Rocket City Center has to offer.

Our St. Patrick's Day Porch Parade ran from March 12th through March 21st with 8 residents and 6 businesses partaking in the decoration contest! After a close poll on Instagram with over 250 votes, we are so excited to announce our St. Patrick’s Day Porch Parade winners!

1st place: 227 Walker!
2nd place: 410 Newman!
3rd place: 412 Holmes!
Honorable Mention: 405 White!

Best Downtown Business Decorations: VanValkenburgh & Wilkinson, Realtors

Thank you to everyone who participated and voted in our Porch Parade Decoration Contest! Stay tuned to our social media channels for future Porch Parades and other competitions!

The Easter holiday is quickly approaching and Downtown Huntsville has many Easter events for you to enjoy.

Char Restaurants Easter Brunch: There are two ways to celebrate Easter with Char this year! Dine-in and enjoy their full brunch & lunch menus beginning at 10am on Sunday, April 4th. Or, celebrate from a distance! View their brunch family meal package here and call to place your order by Friday, April 2nd at noon for pickup Sunday, April 4th between 10:30am-3pm.

Burritt on the Mountain Easter Jubilee: Celebrate springtime with Burritt on the Mountain at their annual Easter Jubilee! Bring your favorite Easter basket to collect eggs and special treats, try your hand at panning for gems, make a fun Easter craft, and so much more!

Commerce Kitchen Easter Brunch: Enjoy a southern three-course feast with indoor or outdoor seating at Commerce Kitchen on Sunday April 4th from 10am-3pm. You can also enjoy this meal from the comfort of your own home by calling in your order and picking it up curbside. View the dine-in menu here, the take-home menu here, and make reservations here.

Purveyor Easter Brunch Buffet: Indulge in an Easter Brunch Buffet at Purveyor on Sunday April 4th from 11am-2pm. The buffet includes a raw seafood bar, small bites, a meat carving station, and sides. Make reservations online.

1892 East Restaurant Easter Brunch: 1892 East will be open for brunch from 10am to 2pm on Easter Sunday with their regular brunch menu. View the menu here and be sure to call to make reservations!

Rhythm on Monroe Easter: Friday, April 2nd through Sunday, April 4th, Rhythm on Monroe is offering a special Easter Menu. Learn more and make reservations online!

Ruth's Chris Steak House Take-Home Easter: Ruth's Chris is offering a steakhouse-inspired, carryout Easter dinner again this year! Complete with all your favorite dishes – including their signature Beef Tenderloin – this is a multi-course meal you can pick-up, reheat, and serve. Deadline to place an order is Wednesday, March 31.

Super Saturday Sidewalk Sale: Downtown Huntsville will be filled with local art vendors and buskers again on Saturday, April 3rd from 11am to 3pm. This Easter edition of our sidewalk sale is a great opportunity to find cute Easter baskets and gifts right before the holiday!

Cotton Row Easter Brunch: Sunday, April 4th, Chef James Boyce and his culinary team are preparing a holiday brunch! A three-course meal $42 per person.

Warmer weather is on its way, which means that getting outdoors is a must this week! Here are some activities to get you enjoying springtime in Downtown Huntsville:

Blue Bikes, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama: Rent a blue bike from one of the 11 stations in Downtown Huntsville and explore! There are 30 bikes, across the downtown area. This is a great physical activity to enjoy with friends and family while also staying outdoors. Plus, it only costs a simple $2 per 30 minutes of riding. Download the Movatic app to get started!

Secret Art Trail, presented by Polaris: With 19 "secret" art pieces and a brand new segment with 7 art pieces just added, the Secret Art Trail can be a great day activity for the whole family! Grab a card at the Huntsville/Madison County Visitors Center or print one off online and head downtown to find these unique pieces!

Downtown Parks: Looking for a new park in Downtown Huntsville? From playgrounds to tennis courts, our downtown parks have so much to offer! You can watch our Explorer Vlog Park Videos here to get a better look at what we mean!

Check out more outdoor activities on our website!

Hockey & Food! Can you name a better duo?

Sports and food always go hand in hand, especially in Downtown Huntsville. This week we want to showcase our amazing Huntsville Hockey teams, but we can't leave you with an empty stomach! So, enjoy these lists of our favorite breakfast and lunch items in the downtown core. All in this edition of the Downtown Explorer!

Huntsville Hockey is something you have to experience live! Our Huntsville Havoc professional hockey team is halfway through their season and need your support during their games! Come cheer them on at the Von Braun Center this week.

Upcoming home games:
Feb. 26 @ 7pm
Feb. 27 @7pm
Mar. 14 @5pm

The same goes for our UAH Hockey team, coming to the close of their season. Cheer on the chargers for their final games!

Upcoming home games:
Mar. 6 @4pm
Mar. 7 @2pm

If you haven't been downtown early in the morning for a cup of coffee and a breakfast burrito, then you truly haven't experienced Downtown Huntsville! Here is our list of our favorite breakfast items in the downtown core:

• Hippea Camper has officially moved into Beezr on Northside Square, we recommend you try their Hashroom Bake (hashbrowns with vegan mozzarella, mushrooms, and vegan susuage)

• If you enjoy a french toast, we recommend the Blueberry French Toast at Rhythm on Monroe topped with whipped honey butter, bacon, and more!

• Commerce Kitchen is a beautiful spot for an outdoor brunch with friends. Try their Cast Iron Skillet & Eggs meal with a delicious Mimosa.

• Have a big appetite? Visit La Esquina Cocina for some Steak & Eggs!

• Need a wide selection? 1892 East Restaurant has everything from eggs, to chicken, to tofu. However, we do recommend you try their Eggs Benedict!

• A winner of our Super Seven Breakfast Items is Below the Radar's Biscuits & Gravy! A great southern comfort food.

• When it comes to Acai Bowls, you better head to Honest Coffee Roasters! Seriously, we recommend any of them!

• Moon Bakeshop has so many great options (including their coffee), but our favorite is the Bacon Cheddar Scone!

• If you want a small breakfast, try Cozy Cow's smoothie options!

• Fan of pancakes? Try Another Broken Egg's Buttermilk Pancakes with various topping options!

• Of course, if you are a coffee lover, we have to recommend the Craft Coffee Trail with 10 local coffee shops around the downtown area!

The past few weeks, the DHI Staff have been trying various lunch options in the downtown core and we challenge you to do the same! Here is our list of recommendations:

• Inside Beezr you can find the Champagne Taco Kitchen, offering just that! We recommend the Carnitas Tacos (Pulled-pork confit, roasted corn, Guajillo rojo salsa, cilantro, cotija)!

• Corner Pour recently announced they would be opening for lunch on the weekends, and we are so glad they made that decision. Our recommendation here is the Miso Soup!

• Humphrey's Bar & Grill has a wide selection of chicken options so we recommend The Humphrey's Bird (a classic chicken sandwich).

• The Poppy's recently opened kitchen, The Parliament, has a great selection of UK-inspired cuisines. We recommend starting with the French Onion Soup!

• Sushi! That's what we recommend at Oshi Poke Bowl & Sushi!

• Pecan Encrusted Crispy Trout...if that doesn't make your mouth water, I don't know what will. Try it at Rhythm on Monroe!

• If you are at the Furniture Factory for a drink, try their hamburger steak topped with mushrooms and onions. A great dish to pair with a cold glass of beer!

• Looking for a salad? Try the Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna at Commerce Kitchen!

• Try the Kimchi Fried Rice at Big Oh's for a kick of delicious Asian cuisine.

• Jack Brown's Burger & Beer Joint has some of the best burgers in the world, we are convinced. We can't recommend just one, go try them all!

• Cheese lover? Get the Mac Melt at MELT Huntsville! Mac & Cheese inside a grilled cheese? Yes, please!

• For a family meal, grab the double-wide or triple-wide meals at Moe's Original BBQ!

• The Heady Boi Salad at Phat Sammy's is such a unique and delicious creation (like everything at Phat Sammys)!

• Fan of Buffalo Chicken? Try the Buffalo Chicken Pizza at Sam & Gregs Pizzeria (or just try any pizza)!

• Pane e Vino has the best pasta selection. We recommend trying the Butternut Squash Ravioli!

• Craving a specialty taco? You can build your own at Taco Mama in downtown!

• Like the idea of creating your own lunch? Create your own Calzone at Marios Five Points!

• Last but certainly not least, we recommend you try the BBQ Pork Sandwich at Ted's BBQ!

Lunch in Downtown Huntsville is a great way to enjoy downtown during the day while also supporting our local businesses. Remember most of these restaurants offer curbside pickup, to-go ordering, and some even offer delivery (check out GrubSouth)! So, will you accept our challenge to have lunch with us? If so, use the hashtag #LunchWithDHI and tag us so we can share your favorite lunch items in the Rocket City Center!

Date Night in Downtown Huntsville: Where to go this Weekend!

Spend this weekend in Downtown Huntsville! Starting Friday, the Von Brewski Festival kicks off. Saturday is the return of our Super Saturday Sidewalk Sale! On Sunday, treat your Valentine to a great date night! We feature all of that and more in this edition of the Downtown Explorer!

The 2021 Von Brewski Beer Festival is going to be spread out in 4 3-hour events this year, filled with plenty of beer on tap, live music, and pretzel necklaces! Beers will be served at each of the three bars in Mars Music Hall and will include over 70 taps including local, regional, and international brews! A cash bar will be onsite for non-beer drinkers and food will be available for purchase. Plus, a special treat this year, a different solo artist will perform live during each event!

Mars Music Hall Showtimes:
Friday, February 12, 2021 from 6 - 9 p.m.
Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 3 - 6 p.m.
Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 7 - 10 p.m.

Tickets:
$40 Pre-Sale Sample Ticket; $15 Non-Sampling Ticket
($50 Sampling ticket at the door)
Tickets available at the VBC Box Office or on Ticketmaster.
You must be 21 or older and have a valid ID to attend.

Learn more information through this Facebook Event Page.

This Saturday, enjoy the return of our Super Saturday Sidewalk Sale with this special Valentines/Mardi Gras edition!!! Shopping for that special someone is a tradition for most during this holiday and we want to be able to provide that for you in a safe way. This fully outdoor event will allow you to walk the streets of downtown to shop from local small businesses and art vendors. Plus, hear live music from our amazing local musicians.

To celebrate Mardi Gras coming up, DHI has partnered with our local small businesses and The Moon Bakeshop to giveaway 10 King Cakes at this event! 10 small businesses have been provided a King Cake from The Moon Bakeshop to giveaway during the event.

View our Facebook Event Page for a map of vendors and buskers, and a list of businesses participating in the King Cake Giveaway! Be sure to follow them to find out how to win a king cake from their business!

We can't wait to see you there!

Need a date night idea in Downtown Huntsville? We've got you covered!

Looking for a nice rooftop brunch or dinner with live music? Then Valentines at Rhythm on Monroe is the date for you! They will be serving a limited edition Valentines Menu for brunch and dinner on Sunday along with live music from Lamont Landers Band during brunch.

Looking for a quick snack to take with you while you walk around downtown? Visit Honest Coffee Roasters for their special collaboration with Maddies Cookie Company! The Honest Coffee x Maddies Cookie Company Valentines special comes with their limited-time White Chocolate Raspberry Mocha and a double chocolate cookie!

On Friday the 12th, Saturday the 13th, and Sunday the 14th enjoy Commerce Kitchen Surf N' Turf Dinner along with their regular menu. On Sunday they will provide their normal brunch menu from 10:30am-2pm and dinner will start at 4pm. Searching for a cocktail? Try their Valentines themed "cupids cocktail" and "pom of her heart". Similarly, you can also grab a Valentines Brunch & Dinner at Cotton Row!

Forgot to get a gift? Grab the Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro Macaroon Gift Set! Complete with flowers and macaroons, date night is saved!

Another date night option in downtown is Dinner & Brunch at La Esquina Cocina. They will be serving a special Valentines Dinner on Saturday the 13th with items like Ribeyes and Salmon. Then on Sunday the 14th they will have a special Valentines Brunch menu featuring Eggs Benedict, Vegtable Omlettes, cocktails, and much more!

Once your stomachs are satisfied, consider taking a stroll through the historic square or visiting the Downtown Districts. Downtown Huntsville can be a pretty romantic place this time of year!

Super Bowl, Valentines, and Mardi Gras Oh My!

Super Bowl, Valentines, and Mardi Gras are quickly approaching! With an exciting lineup like this, you know Downtown Huntsville has you covered! In this edition of the Downtown Explorer, we list out some amazing Valentine's Day dining and shopping specials, show you some great ways to enjoy the Super Bowl, and announce an exciting giveaway taking place at our Super Saturday Sidewalk Sale!

Looking for a sweet treat or a nice dinner to enjoy this lovely holiday? Trying to find the perfect gift for someone special? Here is a list of some great dining and shopping options in Downtown Huntsville this week (or that require preordering/reservations)!

Dining
MELT- Limited Edition "Pink Panther" Cosmo with a twist
Honest Coffee Roasters- Limited Edition White Chocolate Raspberry Mocha
Pizzelles Confections- 5 piece, 12 piece, and 24 piece chocolate boxes
Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro- Pick up and reheat 5-course dinner for 2 (preorder online)
The Moon Bakeshop- Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes and Valentines Themed Lattes
Cotton Row- Valentines Brunch or Dinner (Reservations Required)
Canadian Bakin- Pretzel Bouquets (preorder online)
Rhythm on Monroe- Valentines Day Brunch or Dinner (Reservations Required)
Commerce Kitchen- Valentines Dinner (Reservations Required)
Char Restaurant- Fully Booked for Valentines Day, but order takeout Feb 12-14
Domaine South- February's Six Pack Wine set

Shopping
Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro- Flower and Macaroon Set
Elitaire Boutique- Valentines Day Cards
Roosevelt and Co.- Shaving Kit Gift Package
In Bloom- Flowers, flowers, and more flowers
Silhouette Shopping- Gift cards
Indigos Downtown- Winter Sale 50% off
AM Collective- Handmade Valentines Earrings
Church Street Wine Shoppe- Valentines Day Gift Baskets

Make sure you view next week's blog for special Date Night Ideas in Downtown Huntsville to learn about even more Valentine's Day Dining and Shopping options!

Want to enjoy Super Bowl Sunday without having to cook your own game day meals? Commerce Kitchen is doing a Super Bowl Sunday Meal Kit specifically for that reason! You can pick up meals for 3, 6, or 10 at Commerce Kitchen between 2 and 3 pm and have them home just in time for kick-off!

Meal for 3 - 4 $42.00
-16 wings celery/carrots and ranch/bleu cheese
- 8 beef sliders
- Queso/salsa and chips

Meal for 6 - 8 $60.00
- 30 wings celery/carrots and ranch/bleu cheese
- 16 beef sliders
- Queso/salsa and chips

Meal for 10 - 12 $100.00
- 45 wings celery/carrots and ranch/bleu cheese
- 24 beef sliders
- Queso/salsa and chips

In case you haven't heard the news, Super Saturday Sidewalk Sales are back for 2021! During this event, local small businesses will extend their merchandise to the sidewalks with special deals and sales. Plus, we will have local art vendors selling their products and buskers providing live music.

On Feb 13th, this special Valentines/Mardi Gras-themed Sidewalk Sale will come with some exciting giveaways! 10 of our local small businesses have been provided with a delicious King Cake from The Moon Bakeshop, and they will randomly be giving them out to customers during the event! So, if your lucky you not only will be going home with a successful shopping trip, but you will also be going home with a King Cake to celebrate Mardi Gras with!

We hope to see you in Downtown Huntsville next Saturday from 11am to 3pm. Don't forget to RSVP to our Facebook Event Page where we will announce the list of businesses that will be giving out the cakes and we will also showcase our map of art vendors and buskers. We can't wait for this Super Saturday!

2020's Downtown New Business of the Year Nominees!

Downtown Huntsville, Inc.'s Annual Meeting and Awards, presented by The University of Alabama in Huntsville with support from Google Fiber, will be held on January 22nd from 7:30-9:00am. Not only will we have an amazing panel to hear from, but a new award will also be presented on Friday! In this edition of the Downtown Explorer, we will showcase the nominees for the Downtown New Business of the Year award that will be voted on LIVE during the virtual meeting this year!

Canadian Bakin'
Canadian Bakin' has quickly become a community favorite in Downtown Huntsville this year! Offering coffee and carbs in an aesthetically pleasing little shop, there is no question on why they were nominated for this award!

Beezr
Beezr is home to Chandlers Ford Brewing, Northside Coffee, and the Champagne Taco Kitchen. Two of which are also the newest additions to our Craft Beer Trail and Craft Coffee Trail!

Cookie Dough Magic
Remember when you were told not to lick the spoon after your mom mixed the cookie dough? Well, you can live out your wildest dreams here at Cookie Dough Magic, where you can eat as much raw (but safe) cookie dough as you please!

Catacomb 435
Not even the prohibition can keep us out of this 1920s speakeasy under Downtown Huntsville! The theme is not the only thing making Catacomb deserving of this nomination. You can also grab a personalized cocktail at this secret spot!

La Esquina Cocina
La Esquina Cocina not only offers great food, but they have promoted a great Hispanic culture in downtown as well. We are proud to have this new dining spot in Downtown Huntsville this year!

Jack Browns Beer & Burger Joint
If you haven't tried Jack Browns Burgers yet, why? This nominee has exquisite food, great beer, and a lively atmosphere! Opening during a pandemic is very challenging, but Jack Browns has done an amazing job, earning them a spot as a nominee for this award!

Stella's Elixir Lounge
This swanky new lounge lets you travel in luxury right here in downtown! From the old Hollywood vibes inside the lounge to Miami cabanas on the outside balconies, Stella's has been a great new addition to Downtown Huntsville and consequently, deserves a spot as a nominee.

The Poppy & The Parliament
Already a great establishment, The Poppy Pub introduced The Parliament this year. Serving delicious international dishes, which we desperately need to cure our travel bugs!

Phat Sammy’s
Right in the center of downtown, Phat Sammy’s is an eclectic place that offers food and drinks like you’ve never had before! They have handmade tiki cocktails and plenty of spam!

Find out who has won the Downtown New Business of the Year award on Friday January 22nd!

Downtown Huntsville's 2020 Year In Review

This unique and rough year has sure surprised all of us. 2020 has been a year of transformations and adapting for Downtown Huntsville. As we wave goodbye, we wanted to take a look back at this extraordinary year and what came out of it in this last edition of the Downtown Explorer for 2020!

As the lockdowns began, we strived to do our best to continue to support downtown businesses and provide activities and events for the community. With physical distancing in mind, DHI made significant changes to some of your favorite annual events.

This year, we offered physically distanced Friday Night Art Walks, presented by
Amanda Howard Sotheby's International Realty, Food Truck All Stars, presented by valleymls.com, Downtown Open Putt Putt, presented by Crunkleton Commercial Real Estate Group, and Tinsel Trail, presented by Facebook! These fan favorite events looked a little different this year, but nonetheless, were just as exciting as years past.

Along with these events, we also created a few new ones for 2020! Our downtown businesses placed their merchandise on the sidewalks of downtown in our Super Saturday Sidewalk Sales. This new event was a great way to enjoy shopping in downtown while remaining outdoors in a fresh air environment.

These changes and new events showcased how adaptable our community, local artist, and small business owners are. We plan on continuing to make downtown safe for 2021!

Staying outdoors was a priority in 2020 and Downtown Huntsville is a perfect place to take advantage of that!

This year, we relaunched our Blue Bikes bike share program powered by Tandem Mobility and sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. With 30 bikes across 11 stations its easier than ever to explore our downtown.

We also released a new set of our Explorer Vlogs showcasing some of the best parks around Downtown Huntsville. You can view the full playlist here.

Our 2020 Pop-Up Parks, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, were one of the major highlights of this year. All built by construction companies and architectures, these miniature urban parks included dog parks, physically distanced work spots, and many great relaxation locations.

Downtown Huntsville still has so much to offer outdoors including our Secret Art Trail, presented by Polaris Inc., and right outside the downtown core you can explore Monte Sano Mountain hiking, biking, and more.

Downtown's food and retail businesses sure took a hit this year, but they still have been able to adapt to these challenges.

DHI was able to launch a 7 week campaign known as the Super 7 in 2020! We asked the community to nominate and vote on their favorite breakfast items, food truck items, desserts, coffees, and beers within Downtown Huntsville. The results can be viewed here!

Our Craft Coffee and Craft Beer Trails are still an amazing way to get out and explore downtown while enjoying your favorite beverages. We even added a community favorite, Canadian Bakin, to our Craft Coffee Trail this year! In 2021 you can expect more exciting announcements regarding our trails, so stay tuned!

You can learn more about our downtown small businesses by watching our Small Business Profiles here. These short videos showcase what unique things these businesses bring to our Rocket City Center.

Although 2020 forced us further apart, it showed us how close together our community can be. Moving into 2021, lets continue to support our local community and businesses.

If you are looking for ways to enjoy a New Years cocktail safely this year, visit our Facebook or Instagram account! From all of us at Downtown Huntsville, Inc. we hope you have a great New Year!

It's Halloweek in Downtown Huntsville!

Ghosts, witches, and scarecrows have been roaming the streets of downtown Huntsville and now they have taken over our Downtown Explorer. In this edition of the Downtown Explorer, we will give you the exclusive on all the tricks and treats you can get in downtown this Halloweek! From daytime dress-up activities to evil evening plans, Downtown HSV has lots of physically-distanced and mask-friendly Halloween festivities. Even if you plan on having a quiet night alone (or so you think), we have a list of some chillingly good Halloween inspired menu items to enjoy this weekend. So, prepare for the fright of your life this week in downtown Huntsville!

You don't have to wait until the sun goes down to enjoy Halloween festivities in downtown Huntsville.

On Friday. Oct. 30th enjoy shopping at the Clinton Row shops for Freaky Friday! Special sales, deals, and food vendors will be there!

Saturday morning, you will see some witches riding through downtown. Don't be frightened, they have some candy to offer the little monsters on their way through! The Blossomwood Witches Ride is a fundraiser for Blount Hospitality House, in Huntsville - as well as an excuse for ladies to let out their witchy side! Their ride has been rescheduled for Halloween morning and we are so excited to see them riding their brooms (bikes) through our city center!

Want to enjoy trick or treating in a safe way this year? Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment is hosting a trick or treat parade! From 2-3pm on Saturday Oct. 31, load up your vehicle with costumed kids (or grown folks) and roll on through Lowe Mill for some sweet treats!

If you'd rather enjoy Halloween under the moon this year, downtown Huntsville has plenty to offer!

Halloween parties are being hosted at Stovehouse, Mars Music Hall, Palms Nightclub, and Sammy T's! Plus, live music is available at Rocket Republic, Furniture Factory Bar & Grill, Sidetracks Music Hall and The Bar at 805.

Straight to Ale will be hosting a Drag Queen Bingo on Friday night and a Horror Movie Trivia on Saturday night both at 6pm in their speakeasy!

You can also celebrate Dia De Los Muertos at La Esquina Cocina on Friday from 5:30-9pm. Live music, salsa lessons, an outdoor street market with local vendors and authentic Mexican food and drinks are provided for FREE!

If you would like a more active Halloween activity to enjoy with your friend group, consider booking the Rocket City Rover for a Boo's Cruise! 

Don't feel like partying for Halloween, enjoy a nice meal and cocktails instead! Here is an extensive list of the variety of Halloween inspired treats our downtown restaurants are offering!

Commerce Kitchen: Halloween cocktails: Black Magic Margarita, Candy Corn Martini, Poison Appletini, Witches Brew.
Humphreys Bar and Grill: Ghoulish brunch at 11am with Tim Cannon with $3 mimosas and $4 bloody Marys. Costume contest, Halloween themed drinks and much more. The Beasley Brothers play at 9pm! NO cover charge!!
Oshi Poke Bowl and Sushi: Spooky Sushi Roll, specialty Pumpkin Spiced Bobba Tea, candy for all,
free select sushi roll to guests wearing sushi themed costumes, streaming family friendly Halloween movies all day long, and $10 Hot Sake $1 off all Import Beer!
Pourhouse: Halloween cocktails: Old Kraken, The Candy Corn, The Raven, and The Cauldron.
Honest Coffee Roasters: The Hex Best Thing, spiced orange and vanilla latte with just a hint of activated charcoal.
MELT: A limited supply of delicious apple cider slushie! Kid-friendly for $3 or spike it with your favorite spirit!
Sam and Gregs: Spooky gelato!
Pane e Vino: Buy one get one half off on all pizza, kids eat free with purchase of adult meal, candy for all kids, Halloween movies all day, $4.99 Pumpkin Martinis $3 Bottle Beer $4 Draft.
The Moon Bakeshop: Cookies-n-ScReAm Cupcakes!
Cotton Row: Sleepy Hollow Cocktail.