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

February 11, 2021 Downtown Huntsville
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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!

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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.

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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!

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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!

In Holidays, Events Tags Valentines Day, Date, Date Night, Weekend, Events, Super Saturday, Food, Beer, Craft Beer Trail, Food and Beverage, Shoppping, Gifts

Super Bowl, Valentines, and Mardi Gras Oh My!

February 4, 2021 Downtown Huntsville
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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!

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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!

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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

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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!

In Events, Holidays Tags Super Saturday, Sale, Super Bowl, Mardi Gras, Valentines Day, Holidays, Food, Dining, Shoppping, Events, Downtown, Downtown Huntsville

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