February 27

Fire vs Frost: A Culinary Experience at Sandhill Nursery

Venue:: Sandhill Nursery
Address:: 1686 Aspdin Road, Huntsville,

About

The Fire vs Frost: The Culinary Showcase is a captivating three-night culinary journey held at the Forest of Light at Sandhill Nursery in Huntsville on Friday February 20, 27, and March 6, 2026, from 6-9pm. This immersive winter event begins with an enchanting, illuminated forest walk, leading guests to a high-energy Culinary Marketplace. Here, you can sample “Fire vs Frost” themed appetizers from Huntsville’s top restaurants. The festival area serves as a focal point, featuring live, alternating performances of dynamic fire artistry and intricate ice carving demonstrations. For comfort, a dedicated “Warmth Zone” offers warming fires and cozy seating to enhance the fiery, social atmosphere.

Your Forest of Light ticket gains you entry to the light trail as well as the 4 samples noted below, and the evening entertainment.

Participating Restaurants and Food:

On the Docks Pub: Horns with ground beef, hot sauce, salsa, cheese

Rusty Rake: Smore Kit

Smokin’ Hot BBQ: Smoked Cheese Filled Meatballs & Smoked Shotgun Shells stuffed with cheese & meat

Tall Trees: Traditional Hungarian Goulash with Kopytka, sour cream and green onion

*Please note that menu options may change.

Entertainment:

6-6:30pm: Ice Carving by Northern Rhodes

6:30-7pm: Fire Performance

7-7:30pm: Ice Carving by Northern Rhodes

7:30-8pm: Fire Performance