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Stella’s Elixir Lounge Turns Five: Celebration with DJ Nash - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

Stella’s Elixir Lounge is marking five unforgettable years the way it does best, on the dance floor. This December, the downtown favorite invites friends, regulars, and newcomers to a full weekend of live music, craft cocktails, and electric energy, all building to a pop‑up DJ night that will keep the party rolling into the early morning. Expect a packed house, a curated soundtrack from top local DJs, and signature drinks poured with flair, an immersive celebration of the memories, moments, and community that made Stella’s what it is today. Come for the music, stay for the cocktails, and raise a glass as Stella’s kicks off its next chapter in style. Event details • What : Five‑Year Anniversary Party: “Five Is A Vibe” DJ Night celebrating Stella’s Elixir Lounge. • When : Saturday, December 20 | DJ Nash (Rocket Entertainment) spins 8:00 PM–2:00 AM. • Also part of Anniversary Weekend : Live music Thursday through Saturday leading into the DJ night (full schedule below). • Who : 21+; no c...

A Fly Christmas: A Night of Music, Magic, and Giving at VBC Mars Music Hall - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

Ring in the season with an unforgettable evening of live music and community spirit as A Fly Christmas (curated by Adia) lights up the VBC Mars Music Hall . This one‑night concert assembles powerhouse vocalists and a full band of Huntsville’s finest musicians to reimagine holiday classics with soulful arrangements, soaring harmonies, and show‑stopping moments. Expect a warm, cinematic atmosphere where hometown pride meets polished performance, each song crafted to stir the heart and lift the room. Whether you come for the voices, the musicianship, or the shared spirit of giving, this elegant celebration blends festive tradition with fresh artistry for a night of genuine holiday magic. Headliners and performers Stellar Award–winning, Grammy‑nominated, and #1 charting artist Adia leads a star‑studded lineup featuring Jazz McKenzie, Lamont Landers, Leon Jorden, with special appearances by The Burney Sisters and GypsySoul. Expect powerhouse vocals, intimate solo moments, and show‑stopping...

InTune Community Toy Giveaway Brings Holiday Joy to Huntsville - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

InTune returns with its beloved annual Community FREE Toy Give Away , a warm, family‑centered event created to brighten the season for local children. Join them Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at Progressive Union Missionary Baptist Church as volunteers distribute toys to kids ages 3–10, organizers hope to bless at least 100 children with bikes, dolls, games, and more. Children must be present to choose their gift, so bring the little ones for a joyful, organized morning of giving, community spirit, and holiday cheer. Event overview This Community FREE Toy Give Away welcomes children ages 3–10 to come pick out a toy in person, the child must be present to choose their gift. Friendly volunteers will guide families through a generous, well‑organized selection that includes bikes, dolls, drones, trucks, board games, and more, so every child can find something that sparks joy. The distribution will be warm, efficient, and family‑centered, with staff on hand to help carry larger...

Santa Con at The Camp: Suit Up and Bring the Cheer - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

Get your red and white ready: Santa Con lands Saturday, December 20, delivering Ho‑Ho‑House beats, festive revelry, and prizes for the most creative Santaz. This high‑energy, no‑cover party invites everyone to don their most spirited Santa gear and dance the night away to live sets, enjoy all‑night drink specials, and compete for costume glory on a packed, pulsing dance floor. Come early, bring your crew, and make this the most memorable pre‑Christmas blowout of the season. Lineup and schedule • 7:00 PM - 2WATERSPLZ : Kick the night off with bright, upbeat house grooves and holiday‑themed drops that set a festive tone and get the dance floor moving early. • 8:30 PM - D3LUSION : Crank the energy higher as D3LUSION takes over with driving beats and peak‑hour bangers, building toward full Santaz mayhem and costume‑contest excitement. Drinks, deals, and prizes • Drink specials all night : $4 Fireball, $4 Bud Light, and $4 Wicked Week Pernicious IPA; perfect for keeping the party rolling w...

Procrastination Pays Off at InnerSpace Brewing - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

Procrastinators rejoice! InnerSpace Brewing welcomes you to the 3rd Annual InnerSpace Brewing’s Mug Decoration & Christmas Drawing Party , an easygoing, all‑day drop‑in where last‑minute gift hunting becomes hands‑on holiday fun. Swing by anytime Saturday to personalize a mug or taster glass at fully stocked stations, then try your luck in the drawing for festive InnerSpace stocking stuffers. Enjoy small‑batch farmhouse ales and sessionable pours in a warm, family‑friendly taproom, perfect for crafting with friends, grabbing a casual gift, and soaking up good cheer. Event highlights • Decorate a mug or taster glass : Fully stocked stations and all supplies provided; personalize a thoughtful gift or create a keepsake for yourself with paints, decals, and finishing touches. • Christmas drawing : Take a chance by drawing a number for a shot at InnerSpace stocking stuffers; it’s playful, low‑stakes fun whether you win or not. • All‑day drop‑in : No RSVP, no schedule pressure, pop in w...

Winter Solstice Market at Lowe Mill A&E - December 20, 2025 (Event Preview)

Celebrate the season at the Winter Solstice Market , Lowe Mill A&E ’s final artist market of the year. This festive, one‑day event gathers North Alabama’s finest makers and working artists for a wintery, gift‑filled afternoon of shopping, studio browsing, and community cheer. Expect handcrafted goods, seasonal treats, and a lively atmosphere that turns holiday errands into a joyful outing. Stroll outdoor vendor booths across the grounds, then step inside to explore 153 working artist studios where you can meet makers, see art in progress, and find one‑of‑a‑kind gifts. Many studios will be decorated for the season, creating a cozy, walkable wonderland of windows, lights, and creative displays. Whether you’re a Lowe Mill regular or visiting Huntsville for the first time, the market is an ideal way to cap the year and kick off your holiday festivities. Bring reusable bags, dress for the weather, and leave time to wander, you’ll likely discover gifts for everyone on your list and a few...

A Game About Digging A Hole: The Backyard Descent - A tiny, meditative excavation with surprising depth. (Game Review)

A Game About Digging A Hole is a minimalist, lovingly crafted indie that distills one irresistible urge into a tiny masterpiece: dig. Built by Ben in his spare time and released by DoubleBee on February 7, 2025, the game turns a humble backyard excavation into a compact, oddly meditative loop of discovery, barter, and incremental power. Each spadeful yields curios, resources, and tiny narrative beats you can sell to upgrade your gear, letting you burrow deeper, faster, and stranger. It’s breezy to learn but quietly addictive to master: short, focused runs reveal layered secrets and satisfying progression, all for roughly the price of a coffee. Simple, sincere, and surprisingly replayable, it’s the kind of small game that sticks with you long after you climb back out. Core loop • Dig, collect, sell : Every spadeful can turn up ore, curios, fossils, or junk; each with different value and rarity. Sell your haul to fund upgrades, chase rare finds that unlock achievements or secrets, and b...

Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise on the Southern Belle Riverboat

A Festive Evening on the Tennessee River The Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise aboard Chattanooga’s Southern Belle Riverboat is one of those holiday experiences that instantly puts you in a festive state of mind. From the moment you step on board, it feels like you’ve traded seasonal stress for twinkling lights, gentle river breezes, and the simple joy of celebrating Christmas without worrying about cooking or cleanup. This two-hour evening cruise glides along the Tennessee River, offering beautiful nighttime views of Chattanooga’s skyline reflected on the water. The atmosphere strikes a lovely balance between cozy and celebratory—perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends looking to do something special during the holidays. Food & Dining Experience Dinner is served buffet-style and is comforting, approachable, and satisfying—exactly what you want on a winter evening. The lemon basil chicken and prime rib  are light and flavorful, while the smashed potatoes deliver ...

Santa Train Brings Christmas Magic to Huntsville, Alabama

  The holiday season comes to life in Huntsville, Alabama with the return of the Santa Train at the North Alabama Railroad Museum. This festive daytime train ride has become a beloved Christmas tradition for families across North Alabama, offering a joyful blend of holiday cheer, nostalgia, and hands-on fun. Located in  Huntsville , the museum transforms its historic railway into a Christmas experience filled with decorations, smiling volunteers, and the excitement of climbing aboard a real vintage train. From the moment the whistle blows, passengers are swept into the spirit of the season. Meet Santa on the Train The highlight of the Santa Train is a special onboard visit from Santa Claus himself . As the train rolls along the Mercury & Chase Railroad, Santa makes his way through the passenger cars to greet children, pose for photos, and spread holiday cheer. Kids are encouraged to wave, smile, and enjoy the magic of seeing Santa arrive by train. The daytime setting makes...

Plagun - The Plague Goes On: Fast, filthy, and ferocious roguelike shooting at its most grotesque. (Game Review)

Plagun - The Plague Goes On is a grotesque, pulse‑pounding roguelike shooter that turns a failed cure for death into a living nightmare. You’re a masked survivor; once a doctor, now a plague‑mutated monstrosity, wielding biomechanical “plaguns” and cursed skull masks to carve a path through endless, regenerating horrors. Runs are short and brutal but endlessly mutable: harvest corpses to power permanent and run‑specific upgrades, swap masks to radically reshape your stats and playstyle, and adapt on the fly to unpredictable perks and enemy mutations. The result is a vicious loop of frantic, bullet‑hell combat and darkly inventive buildcraft, wrapped in a rotten, atmospheric kingdom that slowly reveals its tragic, infectious secrets. Combat and core systems • Bullet‑hell platforming : Auto‑fire keeps the screen saturated with projectiles while tight platforming and wave design force constant motion and precise positioning. Encounters reward split‑second decisions and pattern mastery; d...