The first week of November comes to a close with a weekend full of festivals and markets for all interests. Whether you are in the mood for live music, vintage finds or bookish times, North Alabama has you covered.
Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival – Muscle Shoals & Florence
November 6-8
Over 40 songwriters are set to perform over 3 days across Florence and Muscle Shoals during the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival. Performances kick off Friday at 5:30 p.m. and continue through Sunday afternoon. Tickets are still available for you to join in!
Vintage Market Days® – Decatur
November 6-8
Vintage Market Day is a dream for any lover of upscale vintage and vintage-inspired art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, home decor and more. This ticketed event takes place over three days with Friday being the early shopping access.
Great Big Book Festival – Huntsville
November 7
The Downtown Huntsville Public Library hosts the first Great Big Book Festival this Saturday. This all-day event features author meet-and-greets, bookish vendors, literary panels and a special event with author Ariel Lawhon discussing her novel The Pirate Queen.
Round Top Folk Festival – Huntsville
November 7
Burritt on the Mountain hosts the Round Top Folk Festival featuring traditional art and skill demonstrations along with music celebrating the culture of North Alabama and Appalachia. Start with a brunch at Burritt before a day of exploring and end the night with a happy house concert from the Otis Walker Band.
Records and Retro & Holiday Market at MidCity – Huntsville
November 8
The Orion Amphitheater hosts the fourth annual Records and Retro from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. On the same day, MidCity hosts their Holiday Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse the vintage market and kick off the festive season all in the MidCity District.
There is certainly no shortage of fun to be had across North Alabama with Santa, records, pirates queens and more!
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