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Happenings in HuntsvillePublished December 17, 2025
π β¨ Christmas Events Happening This Weekend in Huntsville & Madison!
It’s officially Christmas season in the Rocket City — and Huntsville & Madison are packed with festive events happening this weekend! Whether you're looking for twinkling lights, Santa photos, holiday markets, or family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best Christmas happenings around town! ππ
π 1. Huntsville Tinsel Trail
π Big Spring Park, Downtown Huntsville
The Tinsel Trail is a Huntsville holiday staple featuring over 400 decorated Christmas trees along the park! It's FREE, incredibly festive, and perfect for a nighttime stroll.
π Details: https://www.tinseltrail.com/
π· 2. Skating in the Park
π U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Lace up your skates and enjoy this magical outdoor rink surrounded by rockets! Great for kids, families, or a winter date night.
π Tickets & Hours: https://rocketcenter.com/skating
π 3. The Orion Amphitheater – Winter Park Pop-Up
π The Orion Amphitheater
Enjoy Christmas movies, photo ops, food vendors, shopping, and themed nights all weekend long. It’s one of Huntsville’s newest and biggest holiday experiences.
π Schedule: https://www.theorionhuntsville.com/
π 4. Galaxy of Lights – Walking Nights
π Huntsville Botanical Garden
This weekend includes some of the final Walking Nights before Galaxy of Lights switches to Driving Nights only. Over 2.5 miles of Christmas lights!
π Tickets: https://hsvbg.org/galaxy-of-lights/
ποΈ 5. Madison Holiday Market
π Downtown Madison
Shop local artisans, grab hot cocoa, listen to live music, and enjoy the festive small-town charm of historic Madison.
π City of Madison Events: https://www.madisonal.gov/
π 6. Bridge Street Town Centre – Santa & Carriage Rides
π Bridge Street
Visit Santa in his beautifully decorated studio or take the family on a horse-drawn carriage ride around the outdoor village.
π Info & Times: https://www.bridgestreethuntsville.com/
π 7. Santa’s Village at the EarlyWorks Museum
π EarlyWorks Children’s Museum
This is one of the most beloved Christmas attractions in Huntsville — meet Santa, visit the reindeer, explore the village shops, and enjoy nightly snowfall!
π Tickets: https://www.earlyworks.com/santasvillage
β¨ 8. Christmas at Stovehouse
π Stovehouse
Live music, holiday drinks, winter photo stations, and special Christmas events throughout the weekend.
π Full calendar: https://www.stovehouse.com/
πΆ 9. Madison Christmas Parade
π Downtown Madison
If the parade falls on this weekend, include details here! It’s filled with floats, marching bands, and Santa riding through downtown.
π Updates: https://www.madisonal.gov/
β 10. Local Coffee Shops With Holiday Menus
Warm up between events at local spots like:
- Honest Coffee Roasters β https://www.honestcoffeeroasters.com/
- Canadian Bakin π https://www.canadianbakinusa.com/
- Offbeat Coffee Studio π§ https://www.offbeatcoffee.com/
π From Team Nemec — Have a Magical Christmas Weekend!
Whether you're exploring Christmas lights, shopping local, or enjoying holiday treats, we hope this weekend brings joy and memories to you and your family.
If you attend any of these events, tag us! We love seeing our community celebrating together. β€οΈ
π Team Nemec | Capstone Realty – Huntsville
π www.huntsvillehomesforyou.com
