Golden Hour
July 17 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Ease into your Friday evenings at Golden Hour, a laid-back summer series where music, nature, and community come together as the sun begins to set. From May through September, the Garden comes alive with live music, picnics, and friends gathering to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.
NEW THIS YEAR! Thanks to the support of the Huntsville Music Office and the City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, admission is FREE during Golden Hour events, beginning at 5:00 p.m. through closing*.
- *Friday closing times are 8:00 p.m. in May, June, July, and August, and 7:00 p.m. in September.
Golden Hour takes place in the Cedar Glade, but the music drifts throughout the Garden, creating the perfect atmosphere to explore, relax, and unwind. Bring a blanket, stroll the paths, or settle in with friends as the evening unfolds.
Drinks—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—will be available for purchase at the Garden Bar. Guests can also enjoy made-to-order concessions from Fern & Feast On-The-Go, perfect for a casual meal in the Garden.
As the sun falls, the Garden fills with people connecting with nature, listening to live music, enjoying a picnic, and making the most of Friday nights all season long.
Third Fridays at Golden Hour
On the third Friday of May, June, July, and August, Golden Hour expands with “Third Fridays,” featuring local makers for a mini market that adds even more creativity and community to the evening.
2026 Dates & Entertainment Lineup
| Date | Entertainment Artist | Event Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, May 1 | Lana White | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, May 8 | Mulan Throneberry | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, May 15 | Clara Hopper | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | with Third Fridays Market! |
| Friday, May 22 | Andrew’s Legend | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, May 29 | James Irvin | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, June 5 | Aaron Anderson | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, June 12 | Cheryl Llewellyn | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, June 19 | Tanya Harris | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | with Third Fridays Market! |
| Friday, June 26 | Amber Schmidt | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, July 3 | Aaron Anderson | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, July 10 | Hew Tyler | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, July 17 | Amber Schmidt | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | with Third Fridays Market! |
| Friday, July 24 Friday, July 31 Friday, August 7 | No Golden Hour | Enjoy our annual Shakespeare in the Garden! | |
| Friday, August 14 | Amber Schmidt | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, August 21 | Aaron Anderson | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | with Third Fridays Market! |
| Friday, August 28 | Morgan Sloan | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, September 4 | Tomas Gorrio | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, September 11 | Sylvia Dean | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, September 18 | Emma Klein | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, September 25 | Amber Schmidt | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
As a nonprofit organization, the Garden thrives through your support. Every program and event you enjoy helps fuel our conservation work and mission-driven initiatives. Thank you for helping us grow a greener, more sustainable future.
