21st Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival

21st Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival

May 30th, 2025 - June 1st, 2025Visit website for event schedule

Huntsville

2025 is the 21st anniversary of the Cigar Box Guitar Festival, the world’s longest-running CBG Festival.  

Here's an overview of this year's events...Access the full schedule here:    https://www.cigarboxguitarfestival.com/schedule

Friday, May 30, 6 pm: Kick-off casino night (blackjack, anyone? roulette?) with the Cigar Box Serenaders of New Orleans. Tickets $50, includes casino chips, heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages. 21and up.

Saturday, May 31, 11am-6pm: Seminars and workshops for the CBG fan (both players and builders!), CBG music meet-ups & jam sessions. Free.

Saturday, May 31, 6pm: Swing dance night with April Mae & The June Bugs, performing on traditional and not-so-traditional handcrafted instruments. (Don't worry, there's seating available too!) Tickets $15. 

Sunday, June 1, 11am-2pm: Activities & music for the kids, CBG music meet-ups & jam sessions, food trucks, vendors and the vinyl record trail. Free.

Sunday, June 1, 5:30pm gates open: Gary Nichols and The FAME Gang rocking the house for an extended show featuring some very special guests. Tickets $15. 

This three-day event is to raise funds for the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation, a nonprofit devoted to the integration of music with learning. 

Follow the Festival on Facebook  for updates.  Visit website for event schedule.

 

 


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    Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
    • 2211 Seminole Drive Southwest
    • Huntsville, AL 35805
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    Lowe Mill Arts and Entertainment---Turn onto Seminole Drive off of Governors and the destination is on your left.

    Region

    Huntsville is located in the Huntsville & Decatur Area of the North Alabama Region

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    Where to Stay

    Holiday Inn Express Huntsville West - Research Park

    Choose our Huntsville, AL's convenient location. Known as the Rocket City, Huntsville is at the forefront of space technology, but as you stroll through the charming Twickenham Historic District or enjoy the lush greenery of Big Spring Park, you'll r...

    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

    We are outside hotel 67 rooms. All King rooms are on the 2nd floor and Queens on 1st floor. We have an outdoor seasonal pool.

    Hampton Inn & Suites -- Huntsville/Research Park Area

    Enjoy a comfortable stay in the heart of Cummings Research Park, an upscale business and commercial area offering exciting shops, dining options and businesses on your doorstep.

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    Candlewood Suites Huntsville - Research Park

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    Springhill Suites Huntsville Dowtown

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    Element Huntsville

    New Element Huntsville - Now Open

    Courtyard Huntsville University Drive

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    106 Jefferson, Curio by Hilton

    106 Jefferson, Downtown Huntsville's newest luxury boutique property indulges guests in a unique and memorable experience. Rooted in southern hospitality we look forward to welcoming you!
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    Where to Eat

    Urban Cookhouse

    Grown out of Birmingham, Al, Urban Cookhouse’s commitment to “Buy Local, Eat Urban” extends beyond the quality ingredients we cook with every day. We are unwavering in our commitment to creating local value in every community through the way we serve...

    New Orleans Lunch Box

    New Orleans Lunchbox is Roland Lowrey’s first restaurant open to the public. The restaurant is located at the corner of Jordan Lane and Holmes Avenue in the BP Gas Station. Don’t let the location fool you, the restaurant can accommodate up to fifteen...

    G's Country Kitchen

    G’s stands by the idea that fresh, made-from-scratch food is more affordable and better tasting than fast food.

    Blue Plate Cafe

    We take pride in preparing Classic Southern Dishes with our Mother's and Grandmother's recipes which have been tested & perfected over the years.

    Honest Coffee

    Honest Coffee is a speciality coffee company located in Downtown Huntsville, Alabama. Our coffee is ethically sourced, meticulously roasted, and expertly brewed. Guests are invited to enjoy our full breakfast and lunch menu that features sandwiches, ...

    Moe's Original Bar B Que

    Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience.

    Connor's Steak and Seafood

    Connors specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, boasting local awards as one of Huntsville’s favorite restaurants.

    Gibson's Bar-B-Q

    At Gibson's Barbecue, every dish is created using only the freshest, finest ingredients. All our meats are smoked daily on Hickory Pits at Gibson's Barbecue.

    Super Chix

    At Super Chix, we are super into chicken. We think it’s just about the most perfect food in the world. And we wanted our recipes to celebrate all that perfection. So we did something drastic. We decided to keep it simple. We decided to bring you the ...
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    What to See & Do

    Maple Hill Cemetery

    Maple Hill Cemetery in downtown Huntsville, is the oldest and largest municipal cemetery in continuous operation in the south. Established in 1822, Maple Hill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are over 80,000 people burie...

    Huntsville Museum of Art

    The Huntsville Museum of Art is a non-profit municipal corporation established by the City of Huntsville, Alabama. The Museum seeks to foster understanding of the visual arts and appreciation of artistic achievement. The mission of the Museum is to b...

    Harrison Brothers Hardware

    Alabama's oldest continuously operated hardware store (cir. 1879). Large selection of local and regionally made gifts: jewelry, gourmet items, pottery and old-fashioned toys.

    Foundations of Faith Trail

    Madison County has 16 churches over 100 years old, most on their original sites, and still holding services today. These places of worship define Madison County’s rich and diverse cultural and spiritual heritage.

    Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

    Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment serves as an incubator for over 200 artists, makers, and independent businesses, fostering a vibrant community of creativity and expression. With seven galleries, it provides a unique platform for local talent to grow a...

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    Campus No. 805

    Campus No. 805 is the South's premier brewery, event, retail and entertainment venue in a converted public school building and a 13-acre site in Huntsville, Alabama.

    Huntsville Charter Bus Company | Busrental.net

    Busrental.net offers group transportation and charter bus, minibus, motorcoach and school bus rentals with 15-56 passenger buses.

    VBC

    Featuring cultural, educational, entertainment, sporting and social events, VBC is made up of six venues that host events regularly.
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