Huntsville Weekend Roundup March 8-10
March kicks off the Spring season, and in typical Huntsville fashion there is A LOT going on. Lucky for you we listed our free/cheap favorite events this weekend below!
A few important items of note:
- It’s not too late to register your kids for a Spring Break Camp.
- Be sure to VOTE in our Family Favorite Awards HERE.
- Keep our Event Calendar and 2019 Spring Activity Guide handy for even more kid’s events.
Free & Cheap
Family Fun & Fitness Night
Friday at 6:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Hogan Family YMCA | More Info
Enjoy field day type events with your family team at the Y!
Whiz Kids Open Gym Time for Kids
Friday & Saturday
Cost: $3-5
The Matrix Gym | More Info
What makes this particular Open Gym time for kids so dadgum awesome? We detail it all in our Parent Review. Bonus for keeping the Bigs and Littles separate in two jump sessions! #SafetyFirst
– Kids 6 and under Open Gym – Friday at 9:15 AM and Saturday at 8:30 – 9:30 AM
– Kids 6-11 Open Gym
– Kids 12-18 Open Gym
Educators Free at USSRC!
Saturday from 9AM – 5PM
Cost: FREE for educators
U.S. Space & Rocket Center | More Info
Teachers can explore the brand-new planetarium in the museum (the dome theater), pick up a goody bag, and enjoy the science shows throughout the day.
Soccer Shots Free Play Day
Saturday from 10 AM – Noon
Rescheduled due to weather
Cost: FREE
3 Locations | More Info
Kids ages 2-8 can try out soccer for free in Athens, Madison, or Huntsville this Saturday.
Music Explorers Club
Saturday at 10:15 AM
Cost: FREE
First Baptist Church | More Info
Kids can get hands-on exploring the musical instruments of the orchestra with HSO. They’ll even get to make some music of their own!
Maslenitsa Spring Festival
Saturday from 10AM – 4PM
Cost: FREE
Heritage Church | More Info
Come enjoy the day learning about Eastern European cultures and countries with performances, crafts, displays, exhibits, games, and food!
Meet Pinocchio & the Blue Fairy
Saturday from 10AM – Noon
Cost: $5
AL Youth Ballet Theater | More Info
Cupcakes, crafts, and characters are all included in this fun morning of storytelling & ballet.
Spring Forward Tonight!
Saturday night, before you go to bed
Cost: You won’t miss church on Sunday
Your House, Your Car, Your Parents’ Ancient VCR
It’s Daylight Savings Time – hooray for longer days! We have great tips on how parents can navigate the time change with their kids HERE.
Consignment & Community Sales
All Weekend, various times
Cost: FREE admission, great deals!
Various locations | More Info
Nab some awesome Spring clothes, furniture, toys, & more at these local consignment sales. And don’t forget the craft fair in Madison!
Mustard Seed Consignment
Kid Swap Consignment
Cullman Wee Swap
Boutique Closet Consignment
St. John’s Craft Fair
Worth the Money
Saturday Scientists
Saturday from 11:30 – 12:30
Cost: Free for members, or general admission
U.S. Space & Rocket Center | More Info
Get your space on – kids ages 6-9 can design, build, and test their very own lunar module! Be sure to check out the brand new Intuitive Planetarium while you’re there!
Go See a Show!
Thursday – Sunday
Cost: $5 – 10
We love a good kid-friendly show and there are two to choose from this weekend – but why choose? Go see both!
- James & the Giant Peach presented by AAA Theatre
- Return to the Forbidden Planet presented by Lee High
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