Celebrate Spring: Must-Attend May 2025 Events in North Alabama
Spring is in full swing, and North Alabama is buzzing with vibrant community events this May! Whether you're into live music, art, yoga, or just want a fun outing with family and friends, there’s something for everyone. Check out these exciting happenings and mark your calendars! 👇
🎶 PorchFest Five Points 2025
📍 Pratt Avenue from Russell to Goldsmith | 📅 May 3 | 💲 FREE
Music on porches? Yes, please! Five Points’ beloved PorchFest is back, bringing the community together with live local music, dancing in the streets, food trucks, and good vibes all around. This FREE event supports local bands and creative projects through the Huntsville Music Scene. Bring your tip money and support your favorite local artists!
🎉 School’s Out Party – Decatur Athletic Club
📍 Decatur Athletic Club | 📅 May 3 | 💲 FREE
Kick off summer with an epic School’s Out celebration! Enjoy free hot dogs, hamburgers, water slides, inflatables, music, and vendors. This family-friendly event is totally free and packed with fun.
🎨 Huntsville Merrimack District Art Walk
📍 University Pickers, 3405 Triana Blvd | 📅 May 10, 9 AM–4 PM | 💲 FREE
Celebrate local art at the Art Walk in The Backyard at University Pickers! Meet talented artists, shop handcrafted goods, and enjoy music and snacks in a vibrant outdoor space. Whether you’re browsing or buying, this is a Rocket City must-do.
🍪 Blooming Love: Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Class
📍 Downtown Hartselle | 📅 May 10 at 11:00 AM | 💲 $55
Celebrate Mom with sugar, style, and creativity! Decorate a beautiful cookie “bouquet” using professional techniques in this beginner-friendly class. All supplies included—perfect for a girls’ morning or thoughtful gift.
👑 Miss Black and Gold 2025 Pageant
📍 Priceville High School | 📅 May 10 | 💲 $65 Entry Fee
Calling all queens—from babies to school-aged stars! Compete in the evening gown portion and vie for side awards like Best Smile and Prettiest Hair. One photogenic entry is included, with additional photo entries available.
🧘 Huntsville Yoga Week: FREE Yoga at The Orion
📍 Orion Amphitheater | 📅 May 11 at 10:00 AM | 💲 FREE
Unroll your mat on the iconic Orion stage for a community yoga session open to all levels. It’s the perfect Sunday reset, complete with healthy bites from Nautical Bowls Madison.
🎸 Rock the Block – Downtown Decatur
📍 Downtown Decatur | 📅 May 16 | 💲 FREE
The Velcro Pygmies are back to blow the roof off Decatur! Rock out to 80s hits and enjoy opening music from Kutter Bradley. With food trucks, vendors, and an all-ages crowd, this is one party you don’t want to miss!
🎤 Steve Earle: Solo Acoustic at The Princess Theatre
📍 Princess Theatre, Decatur | 📅 May 25 | 🎟 Ticketed Event
Grammy-winning legend Steve Earle takes the stage for an unforgettable acoustic performance. Expect raw, powerful storytelling and folk-country brilliance from this iconic singer-songwriter. Don’t wait—tickets will go fast!
Whether you’re grooving at PorchFest, decorating cookies in Hartselle, or flowing through yoga at The Orion, May in North Alabama is packed with opportunities to love where you live.
☀️ Be sure to share this with a friend and make some unforgettable memories this month!
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