Great Staycation Ideas for Spring Break in Huntsville

Not everyone is able to head to the beach or take a roadtrip during Spring Break, but that doesn’t mean it has to be ho-hum! If you are trying to stay local during this year’s break, here are some kid-friendly excursions in Huntsville & North Alabama that will help you (and your budget!) stay sane.

Spring Break Staycation Fun in Huntsville

We tried to pull together a list of fun things to do during each day of Spring Break. Even if you’re headed to one of the local Spring Break Camps, you’ll still need ideas for the weekends! The itinerary below is coordinated so that it’s possible to do everything on our Best Picks list, but there is a little wiggle room if you opt out of the special events.

SATURDAY, MARCH 8

Mostly Cloudy. High 66° 

Take advantage of the warmth! Head up to Burritt on the Mountain to check out their lastest exhibit History Lives on: Preserving Alabama’s Rosenwald Schools. Did you know Alabama was once home to more than 400 Rosenwald Schools, built to provide education to Black students in the early 1900s? Explore this exhibit and learn about their incredible history. This is one of those exhibits that makes you stop and think. It’s eye-opening, inspiring, and a must-see for families who love history. Grab the kids and make a day of it—Burritt always has something fun to explore! Children can dig in a garden, try their luck at panning for gems, and experience a day at school using slates and chalk. Don’t forget to visit “Boxy,” Burritt’s faux cow, for a hands-on milking experience that kids won’t soon forget.

SUNDAY, MARCH 9

Times of sun and clouds- a bit cooler, high 56°

Head out to Bridge Street and stop by Magnolia Soap & Bath Company for Pop-In & DIY Paint Your Own Bath Bombs and Make Your Own Bath Bombs. Paint Your Own Bath Bombs is only $5 per bath bomb and Make Your Own Bath Bombs is $25 for 3-4 bath bombs. (You get to pick your own scent and color when you make the bath bombs!) Be sure to check out their new seasonal spring and limited edition St. Patrick’s themed soaps while you are there!

While you are at Bridge Street, grab some lunch or a quick snack. (Magnolia Soap is near the Great American Cookie Company… just sayin’…)

MONDAY, MARCH 10

Pleasant and milder with plenty of sunshine, high 66°

Start your week off with a blast! The U.S Space & Rocket Center is hosting a TON of activities this week included in general admission. Head to the Spark!Lab to build and launch your very own shamrocket, hold an artifact in your hand at the Hands On History Cart, and explore the cosmos and be an astronaut for a day with Janet Ivey-Duensing from Janet’s Planet!

 TUESDAY, MARCH 11

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High 71°

Soak up the sun with some outdoor activities!

We here at Rocket City Mom love a good scavenger hunt – we even created our very own in Big Spring Park! Check out these area scavenger hunts!

• Big Spring Park Scavenger Hunt (Huntsville)
• Downtown Turtle Trail (Decatur)
• Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt (Huntsville)
• Trains on Main (Madison)

Of course a trip to the playground is always a winner or you can head out to enjoy one of these family-friendly hikes.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12

Warm with plenty of sun,  High 74°

Bask in the glory of warmth and sunshine and head to Hays Nature Preserve for Wheels & Heels Bike Ride! Bikers, walkers, scooters, wagons, strollers, walkers are all welcome! Get outside to enjoy a scavenger hunt in nature and learn about bicycle safety along the way.

THURSDAY, MARCH 13

Sunshine and some clouds, High 71°

Spend the Huntsville Botanical Garden and let the fun take flight at their Raptor Show. You’ll get to see the raptors up close and learn more about them and their role in the ecosystem.

FRIDAY, MARCH 14

Plenty of sunshine, High 74°

Check out the cool creations and snacks at the NEACA Spring Craft Show if you’re not wanting to chance the rain.

Looking for a bit of pop culture? Head to the Huntsville Comic Convention at Lowe Mill.

This is also a PERFECT day to hit up a playground or park!

SATURDAY, MARCH 15

Rain, High 71°

Wrap up an amazing Spring Break with shamrocks at the Huntsville St. Patrick’s Day Parade – it starts at 11:00 AM but we advise arriving early to snag a good spot along the parade route. Grab some lunch on the square downtown – we love the slices at Sam & Greg’s Pizzeria.

If you’re feeling very brave and not in need of nap time yet, skip over a block to Big Spring Park and see how fast your kids can finish the free Big Spring Scavenger Hunt. You can pick up a paper map on your way out at Earlyworks, or just play from your phone. Reward yourself with a cup of hot cocoa or a sweet treat at the Cozy Cow Cafe.

 

SUNDAY, MARCH 16

Mostly cloudy. High 72°

Grab an umbrella and a jacket before enjoying Rocket City Reading Fest at the Orion Amphitheater.

Stories are waiting to be discovered at this festival, from local authors showcasing their incredible work at the Authors’ Village in the Apollo South Dome, to the beloved HMCPL book-mobile. Can’t wait to dig into your latest literary finds? Visit the Artist Meadow, where Huntsville and Madison’s Silent Book Clubs will be holding a meet-up. You are welcome to bring picnic blankets and chairs to comfortably read while catching some rays!

Plus, plenty of family-friendly activities, bounce houses and interactive performances to enjoy. There will be food trucks so be sure to plan on having lunch!

Spend the rest of the last day of the school break with family or friends. Be sure to make some time to get in bed early and prepare for school in the morning!

Spring Break Staycation Fun for Any Day

 

• Visit The Main Event Entertainment Center at Bridge Street for a day of arcade games, bowling, laser tag, and gravity ropes.
• Hang out at Dave & Busters, Stars & Strikes, or TopGolf Huntsville.
• Pop over for some walk-in play at Let’s Play Huntsville. (Best for kids ages 2-5)
• You can spend all day at Decatur’s GoFAR USA Park
• Let the kids literally climb the walls at High Point Climbing

More Spring Break Ideas…

Spring Break Camps
Spring Break in Huntsville for $8 or Less
2025 Spring Activity Guide to North Alabama