27 Can’t Miss family events happening in April (that aren’t Easter related)
Spring has sprung and the Rocket City is blooming with special events and activities for families. With Easter and so many egg hunts, bunny photo opportunities, and spring festivals, it can be a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry, as always Rocket City Mom has your back!
Here we’ve listed 27 family-friendly special events happening in April that have nothing to do with eggs or bunnies but everything to do with making memories with your kids. Plus 19 of these are completely FREE! Reminder, if you haven’t already, be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter delivering all this fun straight to your inbox every Thursday morning.
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Date/Time: Saturdays in April
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Fairies at the Garden
Date/Time: Starting April 5
Cost: Free – $17
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
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A new group of guests has flown into the garden to be spring’s group of fluttering friends. Look for the Fairies as they tend to the new blooms popping up throughout the Garden. Be sure to float by the front desk for a guide, and find this season’s hidden pals: The Fairies!
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Date/Time: April 15-16
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Art on the Rocks (Gadsden)
Date/Time: April 15-16
Cost: $4 – $6
Location: Noccalula Falls Park and Campground
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Noccalula Falls Presents Art on the Rocks, a twice yearly event celebrating hand-crafted arts and crafts. Come stroll around the park and visit all of the vendors, each offering the most beautiful hand-made items around. You will see everything from paintings to pottery, carvings to candles , jewelry to Jellies; it’s all here!
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Concerts in the Park (Decatur)
Date/Time: starting April 17
Cost: Free
Location: Daikin Ampitheatre, Founder’s Park
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Who is excited for 2023 Decatur Park Concerts?They have amazing talent in line for you this year!
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Date/Time: April 22-23
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Date/Time: April 28-30
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Date/Time: April 29-30
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