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Join Downtown Public Library for a night of learning and wonder as we screen NASA's Cosmic Dawn, presented by a Solar System Ambassador!
When : September 16th | 5:30PM - 7:45PM
Where : Downtown Huntsville Library
FREE Family Movie Night every Wednesday in September at Field Day!
When: Wednesdays in September | 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Cuentos y canciones en español e inglés con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Books, music and a craft in Spanish and English with Miss Kristin!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-December 18| 10AM-10:30AM
Join on Thursdays (during the school year) for BRICK DAY for Home Schooled children. Take advantage of this opportunity to use LEGO® building as a way to teach building techniques, structure, logic, or any of a number of other things, or just to play! They will be adding a series of challenges to be used each day you come in. Simply pick one of the challenges and we will provide you with other needed items for that challenge. This will provide the participants with a learning experience and a new concept each time they come!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - May 22| 10:30AM-12PM
Love knitting? They have a group for you! Knit Wits is a welcoming and supportive knitting group where creativity, conversation, and community come together! All skill levels are welcome, including beginners. Bring your work-in-progress. Limited supplies available.
Cost: FREE
When: July 17-December 18| 2PM-4PM
💛Join for an hour of everything Pokemon! Each week they will have a new activity or you can bring your own fun!
They're looking forward to seeing you on Thursdays!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-September 25| 4PM-5PM
Daughters and Dads of all ages (5 years and older) welcome! There will be small table activities, a bouquet bar, and a photo op with a professional camera (photos emailed next day). As well as, a full tea service. Dress code is Sunday Best or Fairy Best. When : September 18th, September 25th | 6PM…
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! Ages 5-7 Every Sunday at 4:30pm Ages 8-10 Every Thursday at 6:30 For updates, please visit Altered Reality, LLC VR Arcade & Game Center's Facebook page.
Join us for this family friendly community craft show and shop from hundreds of North Alabama local makers!
When : September 19th - 20th 9AM - 6PM | September 21st 12PM-5PM
Where : Von Braun Center
Cost : FREE ENTRY | Parking $15
Food vendors, arts & crafts, enjoy homemade treats!
Cost:FREE
When:September 19-September 21|5PM-7PM
Don't miss B.I.N.G.O nights at Urban Cookhouse: Whitesburg every Friday! This is a family friendly event hosted by Brain Blast!
When: Fridays | starting at 6 PM
Cost: FREE (other than your meal)
Short form improv comedy for the whole family!
When: Fridays | 7-9 PM
Cost: Adult $15 ($16.50 with fees) | Child/Student $10 ($11.50 with fees)
Join us for this family friendly community craft show and shop from hundreds of North Alabama local makers!
When : September 19th - 20th 9AM - 6PM | September 21st 12PM-5PM
Where : Von Braun Center
Cost : FREE ENTRY | Parking $15
Get away from the distractions at home and enjoy 3 hours of sewing time around other craft-minded people! Bring your own sewing machine and project materials. They'll provide an iron/ironing board, rotary cutters, and cutting mat. Space is limited. Reservations required!
Cost: FREE
When: July 19 - December 20| 9:30AM-12:30PM
Get into the NFL season with Lowe's Home Town Scoreboard workshop! Kids get to build their favorite team's scoreboard, learn simple mechanics and add excitement to their space. It’s the perfect workshop for young sports fans!
Cost: FREE
When: September 20|10AM-11AM
Ella’s Alphabet Adventures Book Reading with Carissa Lovvorn & Hands on Paint Class Sponsored by Athens Arts League When : September 20th | 10am - 12pm Where : Scout House COST : FREE Click HERE for more information!
Join the Future Technologies and Enabling Plasma Processes (FTPP) Ready for Launch event. This event is open to the public and will be happening during the UAH Family and Friends Weekend. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore STEM and celebrate the upcoming launch of IMAP!
When : September 20th | 2PM - 5PM
Where : UAH Campus – Shelby Center (SST) 301
Cost : FREE
Food vendors, arts & crafts, enjoy homemade treats!
Cost:FREE
When:September 19-September 21|5PM-7PM
Join us for this family friendly community craft show and shop from hundreds of North Alabama local makers!
When : September 19th - 20th 9AM - 6PM | September 21st 12PM-5PM
Where : Von Braun Center
Cost : FREE ENTRY | Parking $15
Food vendors, arts & crafts, enjoy homemade treats!
Cost:FREE
When:September 19-September 21|5PM-7PM
Maker Monday programming is included with museum admission and is intended to stimulate inquiring minds of all ages with hands-on STEM demonstrations and guided, engaging activities.
🧱Create a Lego build that can survive the day's Lego Challenge! Ages 6-12! Can you take on today's challenge? Each week will have a different Lego activity! Supplies provided! They look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays!
Cost: FREE
When: August 26-September 30| 4PM-5PM
Challenge your teens creativity every Wednesday for a new craft or activity at the South Huntsville Public Library. No prior experience required; all crafts can be taught to any skill level, and all supplies are provided in this free program.
When : September 24 | 4PM – 5PM
Where : South Huntsville Public Library
FREE Family Movie Night every Wednesday in September at Field Day!
When: Wednesdays in September | 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Cuentos y canciones en español e inglés con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Books, music and a craft in Spanish and English with Miss Kristin!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-December 18| 10AM-10:30AM
Join on Thursdays (during the school year) for BRICK DAY for Home Schooled children. Take advantage of this opportunity to use LEGO® building as a way to teach building techniques, structure, logic, or any of a number of other things, or just to play! They will be adding a series of challenges to be used each day you come in. Simply pick one of the challenges and we will provide you with other needed items for that challenge. This will provide the participants with a learning experience and a new concept each time they come!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - May 22| 10:30AM-12PM
💛Join for an hour of everything Pokemon! Each week they will have a new activity or you can bring your own fun!
They're looking forward to seeing you on Thursdays!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-September 25| 4PM-5PM
Daughters and Dads of all ages (5 years and older) welcome! There will be small table activities, a bouquet bar, and a photo op with a professional camera (photos emailed next day). As well as, a full tea service. Dress code is Sunday Best or Fairy Best. When : September 18th, September 25th | 6PM…
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! Ages 5-7 Every Sunday at 4:30pm Ages 8-10 Every Thursday at 6:30 For updates, please visit Altered Reality, LLC VR Arcade & Game Center's Facebook page.
Celebrate 70 Years Under the Stars! A sparkling evening at the beautiful Monte Sano Lodge in Monte Sano State Park as we commemorate 70 years of astronomy education and outreach in Huntsville and the surrounding region.
When : September 26th | 5:30 pm - 9 pm
Where : Monte Sano Lodge
Cost : $80-$95
Don't miss B.I.N.G.O nights at Urban Cookhouse: Whitesburg every Friday! This is a family friendly event hosted by Brain Blast!
When: Fridays | starting at 6 PM
Cost: FREE (other than your meal)
Short form improv comedy for the whole family!
When: Fridays | 7-9 PM
Cost: Adult $15 ($16.50 with fees) | Child/Student $10 ($11.50 with fees)
Buy, Sell and Trade Diecast of all brands and types! FUN and PRIZES throughout the day! They can't wait to see you, your friends, and family there!
Cost: FREE
When: September 27| 8AM-1PM
The Holmes Street Holiday Market is a church sponsored fundraiser, family, friendly, indoor event features a variety of local crafters, makers, artists, and specialty vendors to showcase and sell their goods.
When : September 27 | 9AM - 3PM
Where : Holmes Street United Methodist Church in the Wesley Center
Cost : Free
Please join 3TR for the $5 Bag Sale! They provide the bags - you fill it with all your thrifted finds!
When: Last Saturday of the month | 9 AM-4 PM
Cost: $5/bag
Everyone is welcome to come to the library and enjoy games, dancing, crafts and snacks!
When : September 27th | 10:30AM - 12:30PM
Where : North Huntsville Public Library
Local artist Mary Ellen Davidson will be at Harrison Brothers painting LIVE!
Mary Ellen is a prolific artist and sculptor. Her most recent paintings use a combination of acrylics and modeling paste on clayboard, creating beautifully layered textures.
When : September 27th | 1PM - 3PM
Where : Harrison Brothers
Cost : FREE
The Isaac Camealy Memorial Bash promises fun for all ages and includes face painting, refreshments, rock painting (to be featured in the Ryker’s Rainbow community garden), faith, fun, and silliness!
When: September 27 | 3-4 PM
Cost: $10
What's better than a Tay Swift playlist? A Tay Swift playlist set to laser lights!
When: August 30, September 13, September 27 | 6:30 PM
Cost: $10 per ticket plus taxes/fees
Maker Monday programming is included with museum admission and is intended to stimulate inquiring minds of all ages with hands-on STEM demonstrations and guided, engaging activities.
🧱Create a Lego build that can survive the day's Lego Challenge! Ages 6-12! Can you take on today's challenge? Each week will have a different Lego activity! Supplies provided! They look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays!
Cost: FREE
When: August 26-September 30| 4PM-5PM
Cuentos y canciones en español e inglés con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Books, music and a craft in Spanish and English with Miss Kristin!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-December 18| 10AM-10:30AM
Join on Thursdays (during the school year) for BRICK DAY for Home Schooled children. Take advantage of this opportunity to use LEGO® building as a way to teach building techniques, structure, logic, or any of a number of other things, or just to play! They will be adding a series of challenges to be used each day you come in. Simply pick one of the challenges and we will provide you with other needed items for that challenge. This will provide the participants with a learning experience and a new concept each time they come!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - May 22| 10:30AM-12PM
Every first Thursday of each month from 5pm-7pm is Tea & Colouring at the Meadery.
The bar manager Kenna will be putting on a complimentary urn of tea, a nibble of some sort, and hosting an informal colouring party at the group table. Bring your own colouring books, or grab a pre-printed sheet. Pencils will be available for you to use. Join for some self care, relaxation and community at no charge!
* The Meadery is welcoming of families and maintains a strong all inclusive SAFE SPACE policy for all!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - December 4| 5PM-7PM
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! Ages 5-7 Every Sunday at 4:30pm Ages 8-10 Every Thursday at 6:30 For updates, please visit Altered Reality, LLC VR Arcade & Game Center's Facebook page.
Don't miss this incredible evening with the Brass Band of Huntsville! When : October 2nd | 7PM Where : Trinity United Methodist Church (Sanctuary) Cost: FREE More information here!
Don't miss B.I.N.G.O nights at Urban Cookhouse: Whitesburg every Friday! This is a family friendly event hosted by Brain Blast!
When: Fridays | starting at 6 PM
Cost: FREE (other than your meal)
Short form improv comedy for the whole family!
When: Fridays | 7-9 PM
Cost: Adult $15 ($16.50 with fees) | Child/Student $10 ($11.50 with fees)
Show off your crafty side!
When: First Saturday of each month | 9 AM - 12 PM.
Join every first Saturday of the month at 9AM! Hands on crafts for your children, while supplies last!
Cost: FREE
When: August 2-January 3, 2026| 9AM-12 PM
Celebrate the season at the Rocket City Fall Festival & Market, one of Huntsville’s favorite family-friendly fall events! Hosted by University Pickers, this all-day outdoor festival brings together the best of autumn with shopping, games, food, and fun for all ages!
Festival Highlights Include:
🎃Inflatables and outdoor fun for kids
🍁Pumpkin painting and face painting
🪵Classic fall games and family activities
🎃 30+ outdoor local makers, artisans, and vintage finds
🍁Over 150 vendors inside University Pickers
🪵Food trucks serving delicious meals, snacks, and sweet treats
Whether you're hunting for handmade gifts, fall décor, or just looking to enjoy a day of fun with your family, the Rocket City Fall Festival & Market is the place to be! It’s the perfect opportunity to support local businesses while making lasting memories! Everyone is welcome—bring your kids, your friends, your neighbors, and your love of fall.🎃
Plan to spend the day at the Rocket City Fall Festival & Market—a can't-miss event in Huntsville this fall!🍁
Cost: FREE
When: October 4| 9AM-4PM
Local author LeAnn Newsom, of Haven Farm, and her barnyard friends will be signing copies of her children’s books Francie Likes to Play and Francie Likes to Count. We will also have face painting!
When : October 4th | 11AM - 1PM
Where : Harrison Brothers
Cost : Free
Around the world in…a day?!
Chart YOUR course with The Valley’s family-friendly, multicultural extravaganza – the ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF NORTH ALABAMA (iFest 2025)!
Cost: FREE
When: October 4| 11AM-4PM
✈️Ever wanted to launch a rocket that soars 10,000 feet into the sky? The Huntsville Area Rocketry Association (HARA) invites the public to an exciting open house at GigaParts! Come learn about the organization and discover how you can join in launching rockets of all sizes and shapes. All ages welcome!
What You'll Experience:
EXPERT-LED EXHIBITS & DEMONSTRATIONS
Low Power Rockets - Perfect starting point for beginners and young rocketeers
High Power Rockets - Experience the power of advanced rocketry systems
Competition Rockets - Learn about the American Rocketry Challenge and other competitions we support
Unique Rocket Displays - See various types of rockets, including some strange and unusual designs
Electronics Systems - Discover altimeters, dual deploy timers, and advanced rocket electronics
Propulsion Systems - Information on hybrid and solid propellent motors used in modern rocketry
Cost: FREE
When: October 4| 11AM-4PM
🔭🌕 The Huntsville International Observe the Moon Night will be taking place on Friday, Oct. 3, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. NASA’s Planetary Missions Program office has hosted this free event celebrating our Moon and the science behind it for over a decade, and looks forward to welcoming everyone back to the Davidson Center. ☄️🎶 This free event features hands-on STEM activities, telescope viewing from the Von Braun Astronomical Society, a live DJ, face painting, talks from NASA experts, a photo booth, a science stage show, and much more!
Cost: FREE
When: October 4| 5:30PM-8PM
Maker Monday programming is included with museum admission and is intended to stimulate inquiring minds of all ages with hands-on STEM demonstrations and guided, engaging activities.
Work on your writer's craft! Teens ages 12-17 can join South Huntsville Library in the Kids Classroom most Mondays for a writers hangout. In this laid back group for young writers, teens can do the following: work on their writing in a group setting, do writing exercises; discuss their writing or writing in general with other teens; receive feedback on a 3-6 page typed, double-spaced & printed excerpt of their writing. This is not a writing class, but a chance work on writing while engaging with peers.
When : October 6th | 4PM - 5PM
Where : South Huntsville Library
Cost : FREE
Baby's First Rave at the Madison Public Library! Wear your brightest outfit and dance to toddler-techno beats all morning long! There will be glow sticks, a DJ-themed photo booth, and snacks! This event is perfect for kids age 0-5.
When : October 7th | 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Where : Madison Public Library
Cost : Free
Now that school is back in session, Flow is excited to announce our Homeschool Jump offering! Starting next Tuesday, September 3rd, they will offer a 3 hour homeschool jump for just $10 per jumper or $25 for the whole family! This event will happen just once a month on the first Tuesday of every month,…
Abra Kadabra! Teens ages 12-18 can join South Huntsville Library in the Kids Classroom every Wednesday for a new craft or activity. No prior experience required; all crafts can be taught to any skill level, and all supplies are provided in this free program.
When: October 8th | 4PM - 5PM
Where : South Huntsville Library
Cost : Free
Cuentos y canciones en español e inglés con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Books, music and a craft in Spanish and English with Miss Kristin!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-December 18| 10AM-10:30AM
Join on Thursdays (during the school year) for BRICK DAY for Home Schooled children. Take advantage of this opportunity to use LEGO® building as a way to teach building techniques, structure, logic, or any of a number of other things, or just to play! They will be adding a series of challenges to be used each day you come in. Simply pick one of the challenges and we will provide you with other needed items for that challenge. This will provide the participants with a learning experience and a new concept each time they come!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - May 22| 10:30AM-12PM
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! Ages 5-7 Every Sunday at 4:30pm Ages 8-10 Every Thursday at 6:30 For updates, please visit Altered Reality, LLC VR Arcade & Game Center's Facebook page.
Experience the joy of traditional contra dancing at Piper & Leaf's Barn Dance! Join in on 2nd Fridays all summer for an unforgettable evening of music, lively dancing, and community fun in their rustic Pole Barn at the Lacey's Spring HQ! Contra dance is a social folk dance with roots in English and French country dancing. It's all about community, connection, and easy-to-learn steps guided by a live caller. You'll dance with a partner and a whole line of other dancers, making it a super interactive and fun experience. No experience is needed – the caller will teach you everything you need to know!
What's Included:
Live Caller & Music | Beginner-Friendly: Absolutely no experience required | Charming Barn Atmosphere: Dance the night away in our authentic Pole Barn | Piper & Leaf Goodies: Refreshing teas, coffee, and treats available for purchase | Ice Cold Treats Available 6 PM - 9 PM | Free Filtered Iced Water
Cost: FREE
When: July 11 - October 10|5:30PM-8PM
Don't miss B.I.N.G.O nights at Urban Cookhouse: Whitesburg every Friday! This is a family friendly event hosted by Brain Blast!
When: Fridays | starting at 6 PM
Cost: FREE (other than your meal)
Short form improv comedy for the whole family!
When: Fridays | 7-9 PM
Cost: Adult $15 ($16.50 with fees) | Child/Student $10 ($11.50 with fees)
🌸🎨New Huntsville Offering!!! Date Night or Girls Night - you are in for a treat! This is your time to relax, paint, watch a movie and grab a beverage from our local meadery!🎨🌺 This is an activity night like no other, where you, your friends and/or your partner create a gorgeous piece that you choose! As you step into our welcoming studio, you'll have the opportunity to order your favorite beverage from the local Meadery to enhance the evening's enjoyment. 🥂Sip on your chosen libations and let them awaken your inner artist as you prepare to unleash your creativity on canvas. But that's not all! To set the perfect mood for the painting session, they'll be screening a captivating film that complements the theme of the night, creating an atmosphere of romance and artistic inspiration. As the movie unfolds, our skilled instructor, Stephanie, will guide you through some tips and tricks to painting by numbers so you can work on the piece that night and be prepared to continue it in your home space! Prepare for a night of shared creativity, laughter, and cinematic magic. Choose which piece you'd like to work on, then, paint, sip, and create unforgettable memories together. Don't miss out on this special couples' or escape with friends experience - reserve your spot now and let's celebrate the beauty of nature as a team!🌺🎨🌸
Cost: $35
When: July 19 - October 11| 4PM-6PM
EarlyWorks is excited to welcome you to Parents' Night Out! On the 2nd Saturday of each month from 5:30-8:30pm your child can enjoy a fun filled evening at the EarlyWorks Children's Museum in downtown Huntsville. A fun experience for your children to look forward to that will include a hands-on activity and play time on the exhibit floor. All activities will be facilitated by our amazing Playologists. Kids will be served a pizza dinner with snacks.
Parents can relax and enjoy a night on the town or a nap at home!
Cost:$35
When:June 14-November 8 | 5:30PM-8:30PM
Many kids feel more at ease reading to a dog who is there to listen. Sign up for a fifteen minute session with a trained therapy dog from Therapy Partners, Inc. This program is for school age children. Families please sign up for one time slot only. Please bring a book to read or come early and choose a book. A grown up must stay in the room during the reading session.
When : October 12 | 2PM - 3:30PM
Where : Madison Public Library
Cost : Free
Maker Monday programming is included with museum admission and is intended to stimulate inquiring minds of all ages with hands-on STEM demonstrations and guided, engaging activities.
For the month of October kids will have fun learning how to create fun healthy Halloween creations
When : October 13th, 15th, 20th, & 22nd | 4:30PM - 5:30PM
Where : Southeast Family YMCA
Cost: $20/ session YMCA Members and $40/ session for Non- YMCA Members
On October 14 from 7–11 AM, 10% of your Honest Coffee purchase (at either the Huntsville or Madison location!) will go directly to Ryker’s Rainbow.
🔠 Join them for a friendly game of Scrabble and conversation! Beginners and new players welcome. This group meets the second Tuesday of the month!
Cost: FREE
When: September 9 - December 9| 11AM-2:30PM
Open To Suggestions is Huntsville's newest up and coming comedy show. The show uses audience suggestions to inspire hilarious scenes that the actors come up with on the spot. No one show is alike, everything is made up, and it is always a good time!
Pick your perfect pumpkin! No prior experience required; all crafts can be taught to any skill level, and all supplies are provided in this free program.
When : October 15th | 4PM - 5PM
Where : South Huntsville Library
Cost : Free
For the month of October kids will have fun learning how to create fun healthy Halloween creations
When : October 13th, 15th, 20th, & 22nd | 4:30PM - 5:30PM
Where : Southeast Family YMCA
Cost: $20/ session YMCA Members and $40/ session for Non- YMCA Members
Cuentos y canciones en español e inglés con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Books, music and a craft in Spanish and English with Miss Kristin!
Cost: FREE
When: August 28-December 18| 10AM-10:30AM
Join on Thursdays (during the school year) for BRICK DAY for Home Schooled children. Take advantage of this opportunity to use LEGO® building as a way to teach building techniques, structure, logic, or any of a number of other things, or just to play! They will be adding a series of challenges to be used each day you come in. Simply pick one of the challenges and we will provide you with other needed items for that challenge. This will provide the participants with a learning experience and a new concept each time they come!
Cost: FREE
When: August 7 - May 22| 10:30AM-12PM
Love knitting? They have a group for you! Knit Wits is a welcoming and supportive knitting group where creativity, conversation, and community come together! All skill levels are welcome, including beginners. Bring your work-in-progress. Limited supplies available.
Cost: FREE
When: July 17-December 18| 2PM-4PM
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! Ages 5-7 Every Sunday at 4:30pm Ages 8-10 Every Thursday at 6:30 For updates, please visit Altered Reality, LLC VR Arcade & Game Center's Facebook page.
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