Huntsville Announces Exciting Lineup for Music Month 2025
Huntsville is preparing for a vibrant celebration of music with the launch of Music Month 2025. Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville Music Officer Matt Mandrella recently unveiled the full schedule, offering residents a glimpse into the array of concerts, showcases, and community events planned throughout September.
Mayor Battle emphasized the significance of music in the city, stating, “Music is more than entertainment in Huntsville—it’s an engine for growth.” He highlighted how each concert and festival brings people to dine at local restaurants, stay in hotels, and shop in stores, contributing to the economic vitality of the community. “It’s not only about entertainment; it’s about jobs, investment, and opportunity,” he added.
The city’s music calendar features a diverse range of performances, from the LAUNCHPAD concert series in Big Spring Park to official AMERICANAFEST events in Nashville, as well as beloved local events like Jazz in the Park.
Key Events of Music Month 2025
VBC 5K Music Run
- Date: Saturday, August 30, at 8 a.m.
- Location: Downtown Huntsville
- This race marks the beginning of Music Month 2025 and will include live entertainment at the start and finish lines, as well as along the route.
Jazz in the Park-Huntsville
- Dates: September 7, 14, 21, and 28
- Location: Big Spring Park West
- Weekly performances will showcase nationally recognized jazz talent.
LAUNCHPAD
- Dates: September 5–6
- Location: Big Spring Park West
- This free, three-day music festival will feature Rob Aldridge & The Proponents, J.T. Loux, Camacho, Billy Allen + The Pollies, Laney Jones and the Spirits, and The Wanda Band. The third night will be dedicated to Jazz in the Park-Huntsville.
Muscle Shoals Meets the Rocket City at AMERICANAFEST
- Date: Tuesday, September 9, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Martin’s BBQ Joint, Downtown Nashville
- This event, presented by FAME Recording Studios in partnership with the Huntsville Music Office, will pair Southern flavors with regional talent, including Common Man, Karmessa, and The LeBlance Family Band.
Rocket City Ramble at AMERICANAFEST
- Date: Thursday, September 11, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Location: Acme Feed & Seed, Downtown Nashville
- The second annual Rocket City Ramble will highlight Huntsville talent with performances by Hollan, Jayne & the Huntsmen, Mike Farris & Steve Knight, and others.
Music Industry Career Fair & Community Expo
- Date: Saturday, September 13, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location: VBC East Hall
- This free event will connect individuals with job openings and volunteer opportunities within the music ecosystem.
Women in Music Week
- Dates: September 12–21
- Location: Various venues
- Now in its seventh year, this event will showcase over 50 women in the music industry across different venues.
805 After Five & Campus 805’s 10th Anniversary
- Dates: September 18–20, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Location: S.R. Butler Green at Campus 805
- A three-day music festival featuring performances by Bone Yard of Brass, Saxsquatch, GypsySoul, Juice, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie Nights.
CulturA Festival
- Date: Sunday, September 21, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: The Orion Amphitheater
- This free event will feature the internationally renowned EZ Band, Latin food trucks, local vendors, and wellness activities.
Additional Initiatives
Blast Music Submissions
Blast Music, the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library’s music streaming service, is accepting submissions from Tennessee Valley artists. Selected artists will have the opportunity to sign a license agreement, upload their work, and receive an honorarium.
School Instrument Drive
The Huntsville Music Office has partnered with several organizations to provide instruments to students through a month-long instrument drive. This year, the initiative will expand into a year-round effort to ensure all students have access to musical tools.
For more information on the events and updates, visit the official Music Month website.
