Heritage Ringers Of Huntsville
Free. 7:30 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 607 Airport Road. Heritage Ringers of Huntsville Concert Bell Choir under the auspices of The Trinity Methodist Church Advent Concert Series, will present a program of seasonal carols & popular holiday music for your listening pleasure. For more info, call (256) 536-4133.
December 7
Children's Night At Christmas
Free. 5:30 pm at Weatherly Heights Baptist Church, 1306 Cannstatt Drive SE. The joy of the season will ring-out with the sounds of children's voices. This program is planned for young children & their entire family. For more info, call (256) 881-6882.
December 7
Rocket City Tuba Christmas
Free. 3 pm at Huntsville Museum of Art, 300 Church Street. More than 40 tuba, sousaphone, baritone & euphonium players will perform traditional Christmas carols & songs of the season. For more info, call (256) 535-4350.
December 7
"A Plantation Christmas" (Tuscumbia)
Admission charged. 1-5 p.m at Belle Mont Mansion, Cook Lane, off Hwy. 43 S.—Holiday event reminiscent of the “Old South” with traditional live decorations, period Christmas music, vintage ballroom dancers, and refreshments at Belle Mont (cir. 1828).. For more info, call (256) 383-0783.
December 8
Blind Boys Of Alabama-Christmas Special (Decatur)
An evening of spiritual Christmas music with legendary performers. Since 1939, The Blind Boys of Alabama have sung a fervent blend of traditional and contemporary Gospel music.
December 7-31
Art Exhibit: Nashville Portraits
Admission charged. Mon.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Thurs. 10 am-8 pm & Sun. 1-5 pm at Huntsville Museum of Art, 300 Church Street. This exhibition documents many of the icons of country music, photographed over a 30-year period by one of the genre's most celebrated photographers, Jim McGuire. Included are such legends as Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt & Minnie Pearl, as well as contemporary stars like Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill & Marty Stuart. For more info, call (256) 535-4350.
December 9
Messiah Sing-A-Long
Free. 7:30 pm at Weatherly Heights Baptist Church, 1306 Canstatt Drive. Singers are invited to join the chorus & sing-a-long with orchestra, organ & harpsicord on this beloved Christmas music. Bring your own score or purchase one at the door. Register to be the one chosen to conduct the "Hallelujah Chorus" at the conclusion of the event. For more info, call (256) 881-6882.
December 9
Community Free Day At The Garden
Admission charged. 9 am-5 pm at Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue. For more info, call (256) 830-4447.
December 10
Concert: The Canadian Brass
Admission charged. 8 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 607 Airport Road. Enjoy this Christmas Program. For more info, call (256) 824-6540.
December 11
Wine & Cheese Holiday Twist
Admission charged. 6-8 pm at Huntsville Museum of Art, 300 Church Street. Meet with friends, stroll through the Museum's latest exibitions, plus enjoy wine & hors d'oeurves in an artistic setting. Hosted by The Art Krewe. For more info, call (256) 533-4350.
December 11
Star Party
Free. 6-7 pm at Madison Public Library, 130 Plaza Boulevard. Join Madison Public Library Youth Services Librarian Maggie to explore the skies above & the worlds of knowledge in the library collection. Special guests from the Von Braun Astronomical Society will bring telescopes & provide information to participants. What constellations fill our holiday sky? Can we see Santa's sleigh? If you wish, bring a telescope from home & join the fun. For more info, call (256) 461-0046.
December 11-14
“A Christmas Carol”
Admission charged. Thurs.-Fri. 7 pm, Sat. 2 & 7 pm & Sun. 2 pm at Von Braun Center Playhouse, 700 Monroe Street. In this musical retelling of Charles Dickens' classic novel, you will travel with Scrooge as he visits his past, present & future on Christmas Eve. This production has become a family tradition for many in the Tennessee Valley.Tickets will be purchased from the Fantasy Playhouse office, 3312 Long Avenue, Mon.-Fri. 9 am-5 pm. For more info, call (256) 539-682.
December 12-14
Ballet: The Nutcracker
Admission charged. Fri. 7:30 pm, Sat. 2 & 7:30 pm & Sun. 2 pm at Von Braun Center Concert Hall, 700 Monroe Street. The holidays are not complete until you see Huntsville Ballet's magical, gorgeous & exciting "The Nutcracker." Tchaikovsky's score will be played by the superb Huntsville Symphony Orchestra. For more info, call (256) 539-0961.
December 12-14
Nutcracker On Ice
Admission charged. Fri.-Sat. 7 pm & Sun 2 pm at Municipal Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road. This traditional ballet can now be seen on ice. Join us for this unique experience. For more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 12-14
Christmas Festival "Joy To The World"
Free. Fri. 6-8:30 pm & Sat.-Sun. 4:30-8:30 pm at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1804 Sparkman Drive. The festival will include live holiday choir performances including an orchestra, nativities from around the world, Christmas villages, handmade quilts, free photos in front of a Christmas scene, homemade gingerbread cookies & activities for the kids. Tickets are free & can be obtained at the door before the concerts. For more info, call (256) 539-6245.
December 13
Christmas Past Homes Tour & Luminaries
Admission charged. 5-9 pm. The Twickenham District will be aglow with luminaries, trees & front doors glistening with holiday decorations & carolers strolling along the way. Advance tickets are available at Summer Classics, 813 Meridian Street, Marie's Hallmark, 716 Pratt, The Greenery, 431 South Railroad Station Antiques, 315 Jefferson & Weeden House Museum, 300 Gates Avenue. For more info, call (256) 534-0429.
December 13
Christmas Tour of Homes (Decatur)
Admission charged. 4-8 p.m. Decatur's historic districts are decorated with luminaries, greenery and thousands of lights, and several homes are open for tours. Refreshments served and carriage rides available. For more info, call (256) 350-2028.
