There is never “nothing to do” in Huntsville! This October we’re celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month by highlighting the classes, festivals, performances, cultural activities and art exhibits that make the Huntsville metro region a great place to celebrate YOUR creative side. Explore the events below and check out our Arts Calendar for more great arts and cultural offerings this week.
Featured Events for October 10th – 16th:
A Year with Frog & Toad
Independent Musical Productions brings this wonderful tale of friendship to the stage October 14th – 16th, 2016. The Tony Award nominated musical brings the stories of Arnold Lobel to life on stage. (click photo for additional info and tickets)
Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book
Huntsville’s newest theatre company Huntsville M.E.T. presents their first production, Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book Friday, October 14th – 29th at the new theatre at The Academy for Academics and Arts on Sparkman drive. (Click photo for tickets and additional info).
Mahler Five presented by Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
Huntsville Symphony Orchestra brings Mahler’s epic Symphony No. 5 to life on Friday, October 14th at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall. Don’t miss this centerpiece to HSO’s Classical Series! (Click photo for tickets and additional information)
Pinkalicious the Musical
Pinkalicious the Musical, presented by Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theatre continues for its final weekend at the Von Braun Center playhouse. (Click photo for more information)
Brass Master Class with William Vermeulen
Local horn players can enjoy a master class with Houston Symphony Orchestra’s principal horn player William Vermeulen on Thursday, October 13th. Free and Open to the Public. (click photo for more information)
Squared Circle Artwork by Rocky Horton
On View in Union Grove Gallery at UAH, a multi-media exhibition by Nashville Artist Rocky Horton. The work looks at how popular culture and the fine art world intersect. Now through October 19th. (Click photo for additional information)
Huntsville Museum of Art
“What’s Up Doc?” the animation art of Chuck Jones opens on Sunday, October 16th at the Huntsville Museum of Art. This exhibit reveals the creative genius behind some of the most beloved cartoons and animated films of all time
Other exhibits at Huntsville Museum of Art include superheroes, posters from WWI, photographs by Barry Goldwater and sculptures by Dustin Farnsworth. (Click photo for more information)
Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment
Explore individual artist studios, take painting and pottery classes, discover unique art exhibits or catch a Concert on the Dock. Lowe Mill is the largest privately owned arts facility in the United States. (Click photo for more information)
Classes and Workshops at Designbyhart Pottery
Designbyhart Pottery Studio offers classes and workshops for all ages and skill levels.
This October experience their After School Pottery class, Extreme Datenight, Paint Your Own Mug, Pottery Labs and more! (Click photo for more information)
The Science of Archimedes at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
This exhibit at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center showcases inventions and scientific discoveries of Archimedes, the “Father of Modern Science” and takes guests on a journey through history and science with a look at the machines of the ancient world. (Click photo for more information)
Scarecrow Trail at Huntsville Botanical Garden
Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Scarecrow Trail is a Huntsville tradition. This year’s scarecrows are decorated to showcase different professions from policemen, to teachers to scientists. Visit the garden to see all the creations.
Hayrides will be offered every Saturday from 10-2 and Sunday from 1-4. (Click photo for more information)
LearningQUEST
LearningQUEST provides enrichment and education for life-long learners. From classes to activities and field trips, explore all they have to offer to feed your inquiring mind! (Click photo for more information)
Land Trust of North Alabama
The Land Trust preserves and protects the natural beauty of North Alabama, including wildlife habitats, farms, historic sites, waterways, and mountains for conservation, public recreation, and environmental education. Go on a guided hike or explore one of their trails on your own and be inspired by nature! (Click photo for more information)
Classes and Workshops at Art & Soul Inspired Home
Art & Soul Inspired Home offers weekly DIY and crafting classes, from Chalk Paint 101 to wreath-making and more! (Click photo for more information)
