25 Can’t Miss Family-Friendly Events Happening in March
March is the month all about love, and we’re sure you’re going to love making these family memories together. We’ve rounded up 25 events to enjoy together this month and 17 are 100% FREE.
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Launching Orlando Community Party
Time: March 1 @ 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Yellowhammer’s Lost Highway Bierhall
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Celebrate the launch of Huntsville International Airport's new non-stop flights to Orlando from Huntsville International Airport on Breeze Airways! There will be food, live music from Wild Life in the Working Class, guest appearances from Ice Queen Alabama and Enchanted Royalty Princess Parties and Events, and flight voucher giveaways! Bring the whole family and enjoy the night!
Blast Off Book Festival with Jennifer L. Holm
Time: March 2 @ 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Madison Public Library
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The Blast Off Book Festival is back! Jennifer L. Holm will talk about her two graphic novel series Babymouse and Squish. Learn about the process of writing books and graphic novels. Ms. Holm is also the author of the Fourteenth Goldfish series, the Turtle in Paradise series and the May Amelia series.
Jam Session at Calvary Hill Library
Time: March 3 @ 3:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Calvary Hill Public Library
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Join local folk-fusion band Brownsferry Meltdown for a Black-informed concert and jam session. Learn the history of Southern folk tunes and their enduring influence.
Origami in the Garden
Date/Time: Opening March 3
Cost: Free – $17
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
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A new Garden exhibit is unfolding: Origami in the Garden, created by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box in collaboration with world-renowned origami artists. Inspired by the art of folding paper to make elegant objects, Origami in the Garden transforms simple concepts into large-scale metal sculptures that will find their place among the Garden's own plant collections to delight, awe, and inspire.
Asha Kiran Community Kite Festival
Time: March 4 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: John Hunt Park
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Enough of winter already! The Asha Kiran Community Kite Festival will soar on Saturday, March 4th. All are welcome to join at 11 am and fly a variety of kites and gliders till 3 pm. Chicagokite Will be flying kites of all shapes and sizes for everyone to enjoy. There will also be mobile store for all your Kiting needs.
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CANCELED: Pancake Day
Time: March 4 @ 7:00 AM
Cost: $7 – $8
Location: Huntsville High School
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Join the social event of the season at the Kiwanis Club of Huntsville’s annual pancake day. Bring the whole family and help the Kiwanis help the children in our community.
Fire on the Mountain
Time: March 4 @ 10:00 AM
Cost: Free – $12
Location: Burritt on the Mountain
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You won’t want to miss Burritt’s Fire on the Mountain. Burritt's historic cooks will transport you back to the 1800s as you see, hear, and smell their work as they prepare historic recipes over open fires and cast-iron cook stove. In addition, blacksmiths will be firing up the forges throughout the historic park to demonstrate this fascinating skill.
Huntsville Comic Convention
Time: March 3 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lowe Mill
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Since 2017, Huntsville Comic Convention has provided an affordable, fan-friendly show with great guests, amazing dealers and artists bringing thousands of comic books, toys, J-POP, manga & anime Items, T-Shirts, jewelry, movie posters, collectibles, and more!
Parents Night Out at Rocket City Learning Center
Time: March 10 @ 6:00 PM
Cost: $50
Location: Rocket City Learning Center
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Rocket City Learning Center, presents a chance to take a break and enjoy a date night! The incredible evening for your child/children is filled with a variety of fun games and craft activities. They’ll watch a ‘fun movie’ snuggling in their sleeping bags and enjoy a ‘Healthy Snack!’. Your children are safe, having a fun time with trained instructors.
Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair
Date/Time: March 10 – 19
Cost: $10 – $30
Location: Toyota Field – Rocket City Trash Pandas
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The Rocket City Trash Pandas have partnered with Kissel Entertainment for the fourth annual Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair, taking place in the Toyota Field parking lot from Friday, March 10, through Sunday, March 19. You can buy tickets here. Similar to previous years, the Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair will turn the parking lot at Toyota…
South Huntsville Cleanup Day
Time: March 11 @ 8:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Sandra Moon Community Complex (Former Grissom HS)
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The South Huntsville Cleanup Day is Saturday, March 11 from 8am-11am! Clean up efforts will be needed around South Huntsville. All supplies will be provided. All ages and experience levels welcome.
Huntsville / Madison County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Time: March 11 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Downtown Huntsville
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The 46th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick's Day Parade, also known as the 2023 Huntsville / Madison County St. Patrick's Day Parade, will be held in downtown Huntsville, AL on Saturday, March 11th, 2023, starting at 11 AM.
Community Free Day at the Huntsville Museum of Art
Time: March 12 @ 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Huntsville Museum of Art
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Head to the Huntsville Museum of Art for Community Free Day and check out the Youth Art Month exhibition opening!
Spring Break Fun at Hays Nature Preserve
Date/Time: March 13-16
Cost: Free
Location: Hays Nature Preserve
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Spend some of your Spring Break in Huntsville enjoying nature and learning at Hays Nature Preserve! This year’s activities and crafts will be all about water and the life that water supports
Raptor Show
Time: March 14 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: $5 – $22
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
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This all-ages program is an excellent opportunity to experience live raptors up close while learning about their natural history and vital ecological roles.
Day of Play (Decatur)
Time: March 15 @ 10:00 AM
Cost: Free – $20
Location: Cook Museum of Natural Science
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Everyone needs a Day of Play! Individuals and families are welcome to come and try their hands at a variety of games and activities. Use your wits to see how fast you can put together the puzzles. There will be Magna-Tiles® to build with, tea party sets, inflatable bowling, and more! This is the perfect opportunity to try out some of the games and toys available for purchase in the Museum Store.
Stories in the Store (Decatur)
Date/Time: starting March 14
Cost: Free
Location: Cook Museum of Natural Science
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Join for Stories in the Store, where Cook Museum will read a couple of stories and children will be able to take an active role in the storytelling. Come early to choose your favorite stool! Story time will begin at 9:30 am outside of the Museum Store.
St. Patrick’s Party Weekend
Date/Time: March 17-18
Cost: Free
Location: The Camp
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The Camp is putting on a two-night party in honor of St. Patrick's Day! So gather all your green gear and meet at The Camp on Friday March 17 and Saturday March 18! Come early, grab the best seats in the house, and prepare for a full weekend of St. Paddy's fun.
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NEACA Spring 2023 Craft Show
Date/Time: March 17-19
Cost: Free
Location: Von Braun Center – South Hall
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Come join for the NEACA Spring 2023 Craft Show. There will be over 100 crafters with items ranging from jewelry, pottery, home decor, outdoor decor, dolls, clothing, kitchen accessories, childrens items, food and much more.
Mayor’s Spring Tree Planting Day
Time: March 25 @ 9:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: John Hunt Park
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Huntsville needs your help to plant trees! Join Mayor Battle and Green Team at John Hunt Park for the Mayor’s Spring Tree Planting Day!
New Hope Rec Opening Day
Time: March 25 @ 9:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: New Hope Recreation Center
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Come out and celebrate the start of the 2023 baseball & softball season at Opening Day - Saturday March 25th! The fun begins at 9am. There will be something for the entire family to do: ~50+ Vendors: ~Food: Christie’s Kitchen will be up and running all day to keep your family fed during the festivities.…
Gurley Recreation Center Opening Day
Time: March 25 @ 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Gurley Recreation Center
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Who is ready for baseball/softball season? Come out and watch these girls and boys and also have a little bit of fun! There will be bounce houses, concessions, pie in the face and raffle throughout the day and a firework show at the end of the evening!
Goldfish Swim School Madison Grand Opening Event
Time: March 26 @ 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Goldfish Swim School Madison
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Join Goldfish Swim School for their FREE Community Grand Opening Celebration. Event highlights include family swim, arts & crafts, a photo booth, a balloon twister, refreshments and much more!
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Comic Science Improv Show
Time: March 31 @ 7:00 PM
Cost: $10
Location: Shenanigans Comedy Theatre
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This family friendly improv show will have something for everyone! Come be part of the fun as the Comic Science crew makes up the funny on the spot!
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