Huntsville Music Month

Thursday, Aug. 21, 6-8 p.m.
The Orion Amphitheater

Huntsville-Madison County Library Foundation, The Huntsville Music Office, The Orion Amphitheater, and WLRH 89.3 FM/HD are proud to announce the second installment of Hear to Be Seen, an ongoing collaborative project celebrating Huntsville’s local music scene through the lens of Alabama-based photographers.

Originated by Alabama native Shedrick Pelt, Hear to Be Seen began as a way to illuminate the artists of the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library’s BLAST Music program through intimate portraiture and personal storytelling. Now in its second year, the project has evolved into a collaborative gallery featuring the work of multiple Alabama photographers, including Pelt, Bud Gambrell, Dennis Keim, and Xavier Adams.

The next chapter in this portrait series will debut with an evening gallery preview and reception on Thursday, August 21, 6-8 PM at The Orion Amphitheater, featuring live performances by BLAST Music artists and a moderated artist talk led by WLRH’s Katy Ganaway.

Following the opening reception, the full gallery will travel to Huntsville City Hall, where it will remain on display throughout September 2025 in celebration of Huntsville Music Month.

More information here.

Saturday, Aug. 30
Downtown Huntsville

ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, LET’S GO! As part of the VBC’s 50th anniversary celebration, join us on a commemorative 5k Music Run through the streets of Downtown Huntsville as we race into Huntsville Music Month!

For 50 years, the Von Braun Center has been the heart of our community’s musical experiences where we celebrate and sing along to our favorite bands. This historic run will feature local musicians performing at the starting line, finish line, and each mile in between!

Music Lineup:

• Starting Line: Brandon Elder
• Route Performance: Morgan Sloan & Tunie the Tune Bus
• Route Performance: Charles & Tanya Harris
• Route Performance: Josh Allison
• Finish Line & After Party: The JUICE Band

More info here.

Sept. 5-7
Big Spring Park West

Huntsville Music Month is preparing to blast off with the annual, free Launchpad concert series on Sept. 5-7 in Big Spring Park West.

Launchpad is the official kickoff to Huntsville Music Month, a celebration of Huntsville’s diverse and dynamic music scene. Now in its third year, the series features three nights of high-powered performances from some of the most exciting local and regional artists across multiple genres.

This year’s lineup includes:

Friday, Sept. 5, 6-9:30 p.m.

• Rob Aldridge & The Proponents
• J.T. Loux
• Camacho

Saturday, Sept. 6, 6-9:30 p.m.

• Billy Allen + The Pollies
• Laney Jones and the Spirits
• The Wanda Band

Sunday, Sept. 7, 5-9 p.m., Jazz in the Park

• Phil Denny
• Kayoband featuring Kelley O’Neal
• The Emily Joseph Band

Make plans to join us for a weekend packed full of awesome live music in downtown Huntsville. Music begins at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and 5 p.m. on Sunday for the Jazz in the Park.

Food trucks will be on-site with concessions available for purchase, and alcoholic beverages are permitted if they are in designated purple cups. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs and blankets, too!

More info here.

Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28
Big Spring Park West

Brought to you by the City of Huntsville, Huntsville Music Office and Downtown Huntsville, Inc., this beloved annual community-driven concert series provides music-lovers across generations a free ticket to experience some of biggest names in smooth jazz.

This year’s lineup includes:

Sunday, Sept. 7

• 5 p.m. – The Emily Joseph Band
• 6 p.m. – Kayoband featuring Kelley O’Neal
• 7:30 p.m. – Phil Denny

September 14

• 5 p.m. – Izzy & the Jazz Addicts
• 6 p.m. – Erisa Nicole
• 7:30 p.m. – Jazmin Ghent

September 21

• 5 p.m. – Element XI
• 6 p.m. – Gino Rosaria
• 7:30 p.m. – Pamela Williams

September 28

• 5 p.m. – Kelvin Wooten
• 6 p.m. – Phylicia Rae & Jacob Webb
• 7:30 p.m. – BK Jackson

For more information, visit the Jazz in the Park-Huntsville Facebook page.

More info here.

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Martin’s BBQ Joint, Downtown Nashville

Presented by FAME Recording Studios in partnership with the Huntsville Music Office, this special event at Martin’s BBQ in downtown Nashville will pair smoky Southern flavor with an equally rich lineup of regional talent.

From the raw energy of Common Man and Karmessa’s soul-stirring vocals to the family harmonies of The LeBlanc Family Band, the event embodies the musical legacy of Muscle Shoals and Huntsville’s growing scene. Rising star Kensie Coppin will share the stage with Steve Knight and GRAMMY® winner Mike Farris, promising a night of powerhouse performances that remind audiences why North Alabama continues to shape American roots music.

More info here.

Thursday, Sept. 11, Noon-5 p.m.
ACME Feed & Seed, Broadway, Nashville

The City of Huntsville Music Office is excited to highlight the dynamic talent of North Alabama during AMERICANAFEST at the Rocket City Ramble! Join us on Thursday, Sept. 11 from Noon-5 p.m. for good times, awesome music, southern inspired dishes and drink specials at our Official AMERICANAFEST Special Event! Presented by the Huntsville Music Office in partnership with the Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau, ASmartPlace, FAME Recording Studios, and Wrangler.

More info here.

Sept. 11 & Sept. 25
Huntsville City Hall

Tune into live local music performances at both Huntsville City Council meetings scheduled in September. Leading up to the 5:30 p.m. start of the meetings, community groups and musicians will perform inside City Hall. During Council meetings, local artists will perform The Star-Spangled Banner. Performers will also receive special recognition at the meetings.

Watch live here.

Sept. 12-21
Various Locations

Returning for a seventh year, Women in Music Week showcases the talents of over 50 women in the music industry at various venues and provides artists the opportunity to shine on stages throughout the City. The following events are free to the public unless otherwise noted. Visit the WIMW website for more information.

Sept. 12

• Love Jones WIMW Kickoff Showcase, 7-10 p.m., The Electric Belle
• Night L!fe Huntsville: WIMW Edition, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., The Lumberyard, $15 admission
• April Pendergrass Band, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Voodoo Lounge Bar & Grill

Sept. 13

• Music Industry Career Fair & Community Expo, 12-2 p.m., VBC East Hall
• Meg Williams & Jenny Teator, 7-10 p.m., The Camp
• The Taylor Party: T.S. Dance Party, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., The Electric Belle, admission charged
• WIMW Themed Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m., LIPZ Lounge

Sept. 14: Jazz in the Park Huntsville ft. Jazmin Ghent, Erisa Nicole, Izzy & The Jass Addicts, 5-9 p.m., Big Spring Park West

Sept. 15: WIMW Downtown Lunch Lounge ft. Tanya Harris & Nina Marie, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courthouse Square

Sept. 16

• WIMW Downtown Lunch Lounge ft. Alexis Jackson & Molena, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courthouse Square
• WLRH Valley Sounds Live: WIMW Edition ft. The Dawn Osborne Band, 7-9 p.m., The Lumberyard

Sept. 17

• WIMW Downtown Lunch Lounge ft. Huntsville Symphony Orchestra members, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courthouse Square
• Amplified Open Mic Night: WIMW Edition, 7-10 p.m., The Electric Belle
• Lana White & The Heights with special guest Alexis Jackson, 7-10 p.m., St. Stephens Music Hall
• Cocktails at the View ft. Victoria Greer, 5-8 p.m., Burritt on the Mountain

Sept. 18

• WIMW Downtown Lunch Lounge ft. Lisa Chang & Tasha Jones, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courthouse Square
• R&B Vibes Live: WIMW Mystery Night, 7-10 p.m., The Camp
• Morgan Laubach, 7-10 p.m., Stovehouse Leisure Lawn Stage
• BandShe, 7-10 p.m., Rocket City Honky Tonk
• Sip and Sounds ft. Cassandra Mitchell, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Umbrella (Jefferson St.) Alley

Sept. 19

• WIMW Downtown Lunch Lounge ft. Dani Sings & Ingrid Felts, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courthouse Square
• WIMW Girl Jam featuring Luna Koi, Banned the Band, Wanda and DJ MeliGaga, 6-10 p.m., Stovehouse Leisure Lawn Stage
• The Dawn Osborne Duo, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m., St. Stephens Music Hall
• Ashland Craft, The Dive Bar Beauty Queen Tour, 8-11 p.m., Rockety City Honky Tonk, $20 admission
• Leela James, 8-10 p.m., VBC Mars Music Hall, admission charged

Sept. 20

• Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls, Yes We Are Tour, 6-10 p.m., The Orion Amphitheater, admission charged
• Lily Rose, 7:30-10 p.m., VBC Mars Music Hall, admission charged

Sept. 21

• CulturA Festival powered by Revel Events Agency featuring EZ Band, Sensacion Vallenato & DJ Dame Luz, 12-7 p.m., The Orion Amphitheater
• Jazz in the Park Huntsville featuring Pamela Williams, Gino Rosaria & Element XI, 5-9 p.m., Big Spring Park West

More info here.

Saturday, Sept. 13, Noon-2 p.m.
Von Braun Center, East Hall

Huntsville Music Office and Arts Huntsville are teaming up again to produce a free music industry-related career and community expo to help connect people to job openings and volunteer opportunities within our music ecosystem. The following vendors will attend:

• Athens State University
• Artemis Music Productions
• Bluewood Productions
• Brass Band of Huntsville
• Calhoun Community College
• Dance Theatre of Huntsville
• Fred Astaire Huntsville
• Huntsville Ballet
• Huntsville Community Drumline
• Huntsville Concert Band
• Huntsville Hospital Music Therapy
• Huntsville Master Chorale
• IMP
• Maitland Conservatory
• Opera Huntsville
• R&B Vibes Live
• Rocket City Chamber Players
• Sound on the Hill
• TN Valley Jazz Society
• WLRH 89.3
• Women in Music Week

Sept. 18-20
S.R. Butler Green at Campus No. 805

Presented in partnership with Campus No. 805 and Downtown Huntsville, Inc., join the Huntsville Music Office for a three-day music festival for Campus 805’s 10th Anniversary, featuring:

• Thursday: Bone Yard of Brass, 5 p.m., and Saxsquatch, 6–9 p.m.
• Friday: GypsySoul, 5 p.m., and Juice 7–9 p.m.
• Saturday: Boot Scootin’ Boogie Nights, 5–9 p.m.

Admission is free. More info here.

Sunday, Sept. 21, Noon-7 p.m.
The Orion Amphitheater

Join the Music Office from noon to 7 p.m. for the fourth annual CulturA Festival, a free community event produced by Revel Events Agency and presented by Bill Penney Toyota. The event will include Latin food trucks and flavors, live music, local vendors and artisans, Wellness Village by Huntsville Hospital, and talks with inspiring Latin leaders.

More info here.

September 1- 30

Blast Music – the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library’s music streaming service – is accepting submissions from Tennessee Valley artists. The Blast curator team listens to submissions and decides what music is added to the platform after each round. Those selected will have the option to sign Blast’s license agreement, upload a full album/EP to the streaming platform and receive an honorarium check.

More info here.

September 1-30
Various locations

The Huntsville Music Office is proud to work with Huntsville City Schools, Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation, Maitland Arts Initiative and Madison County Commissioner Phil Riddick to put instruments into the hands of more students through a monthlong citywide instrument drive.

During the month of September (Sept. 1-30), drop off instrument donations at the following locations:

The Cigar Box Guitar Store

• Studio 106 at Lowe Mill A&E
2211 Seminole Drive SW
• (256) 886-8554
• Wed-Fri: 2-6 p.m.
• Sat: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Fret Shop

• 309 Jordan Lane NW
• (256) 430-4729
• Mon-Sat: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Huntsville Strings Shop

• 921 Willowbrook Drive SE
• (256) 213-9977
• Mon-Tues: 2-6 p.m.
• Wed-Fri: 12-6 p.m.
• Saturday: 12-4 p.m.

Maitland Conservatory

• 5045 North Memorial Parkway, Suite F
• (256) 715-1170
• Mon-Thurs: 3-6 p.m.

See the full calendar of events here, and make sure to follow the Huntsville Music Office Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive live music and event calendar as a resource for musicians to help promote their performances to a larger audience, and to encourage both local and visiting music fans to attend more shows. If you’re involved with any music-related programs or events in September and want them listed on the official calendar, please email music@huntsvilleal.gov.