Things to Do in Huntsville

Photo Credit: Huntsville Madison Co. Convention and Visitor’s Bureau

Looking for fun family-friendly activities in the Huntsville, AL and the surrounding area? You have come to the right place. Rocket City Mom was created for EXACTLY this purpose and, not to brag, but we think we’re pretty good at helping North Alabama families find things to do with their kids. Take a look around and see if you agree.

little girl playing in the water at the SNAP Playground Splashpad Hartselle AL

SNAP Playground and Splash Pad in Hartselle

This playground and splashpad welcomes children of all abilities to come play!

What to expect at the Whimsical Woods Flip Flopped at Burritt on the Mountain

Burritt has opened their new Whimsical Wood Flip Flopped outdoor exhibit – with some new socially distant guidelines.

goat at Belle Chevre Creamery

Belle Chevre Creamery Tour

Forty five minutes Northwest of Huntsville is the tiny little town of Elkmont, Alabama. Don’t…

61 Days of Socially Distant Summer Fun

Summer is here and coronavirus can’t stop us from having fun. Here are 61 ways to enjoy the heck out of June and July 2020.

Land Trust’s Tuesdays on the Trail to return for 2020

Popular Land Trust of North AL summer program for kids is back!

Learn to Sail at the Muscle Shoals Sailing Club

Kids 10 years old and over that love being on the water can learn how to sail at the Muscle Shoals Sailing Club. Learn all about this offbeat hobby parents and kids can do together!

Local author and naturalist helps kids identify poison ivy before they head out on summer hikes

If you’ve ever gone on a hike and said, “does this look like poison ivy” then you should watch this video. Bonus points for making it super kid-friendly.

FAQs about visiting the Space and Rocket Center when it reopens May 30

The U.S. Space and Rocket Center is ready for visitors again but those visitors should expect a different experience for the foreseeable future.

Camping with Kids Near Huntsville, AL

Camping with Kids: A Quick and Dirty Getting Started Guide

Here’s a list of things to put you on the road to a memorable – in a good way – camping trip.

Burritt on the Mountain reopens just in time for Memorial Day Weekend

If you’ve been missing those majestic views your wait is now over. Burritt on the Mountain will be opening backup to the public this Saturday, May 23.Â