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Join the Park Naturalist (and thousands of others across the nation) to celebrate the first day of the New Year on a fun, history-focused hike to Kings Chapel Cemetery!
When : January 1st | 10AM
Where : Lake Guntersville State Park
Cost : $5
Start the year off with a bang and join Monte Sano State Park staff and other hikers for a trip around North Plateau trail. This trial is 1.9 miles long and is relatively flat terrain with rocks and roots along the way. It is a great beginner trail!
When : January 1st | 10AM
Where : Monte Sano State Park
Cost : $5/Adults | $2/Children
Celebrate the holidays with this fun event!
When : November 21st - January 4th
Where : Behind the Huntsville Museum of Art
Cost : $10-20
Meet at the Terry Education Pavilion at Chapman Mountain to remove invasive nandina along trails and throughout the preserve. Volunteers should expect to hike up to 1 mile, with little elevation change.
When : January 2nd | 1PM - 3PM
Where : Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve
Cost : FREE
Celebrate the holidays with this fun event!
When : November 21st - January 4th
Where : Behind the Huntsville Museum of Art
Cost : $10-20
This hike, along Green Mountain’s Alum Hollow Trail, will take hikers to Alum Falls and the rock shelter nearby, two scenic spots on the preserve.
When : January 3rd | 2PM - 4PM
Where : Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Alum Hollow Trailhead)
Cost : FREE
Celebrate the holidays with this fun event!
When : November 21st - January 4th
Where : Behind the Huntsville Museum of Art
Cost : $10-20
Join the Naturalist to learn all about the bald eagle and go see an active nest!
When : January 10th at 9AM | February 28th at 1PM | March 7th at 9AM
Where : Lake Guntersville State Park
Cost : $5
In this hands-on lesson, children will learn to make simple herbal remedies so that they can share their own seasonal healing creations with friends and family. When : January 10th | 10AM - 11:30AM Where : North Alabama Agriplex Cost : $15 For more information, click HERE!
Join Black Kids Adventures for Birds, Binoculars & Beyond, a guided outdoor walk led by Christopher Joe, Alabama A&M alum, conservationist, and passionate birder. This fun, family-friendly experience is perfect for all ages and offers a chance to observe incredible bird activity during peak winter migration.
When : January 10th | 11:30AM
Where : Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
Cost : FREE
Step into the footsteps of early naturalist William Bartram, explore the forests and ridges of Lake Guntersville State Park.
When : January 10th | 1PM
Where : Lake Guntersville State Park
Cost : $5
Families with young children (ages 18 months to 3 years) are invited to attend these nature discovery events designed to inspire a sense of wonder about the natural world.
When : January 12th | 10AM - 11AM
Where : Little Foot Loop at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve
Cost : Free
Harvest Square Nature Preserve has a lot of things about it that appeal to the casual hiker: Its trails are relatively easy to walk on, there’s not a lot of mileage, and – best of all – there are no hills!
When : January 11th | 2PM - 3PM
Where : Harvest Square Nature Preserve
Cost : FREE
Families with young children (ages 18 months to 3 years) are invited to attend these nature discovery events designed to inspire a sense of wonder about the natural world.
When : January 12th | 10AM - 11AM
Where : Little Foot Loop at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve
Cost : Free
From raindrops to rivers, water shapes our world. Students will explore the water cycle, learn how plants move water, and discover why wetlands are vital. Activities include building a simple water cycle model.
When : January 13th & 14th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15-$20
Guests can enjoy a free stroller workout with their little one, vendors, giveaways, and a playgroup for the kids.
When : January 14th | 9:30AM - 11AM
Where : Civitan Park
Cost : FREE (Registration required)
From raindrops to rivers, water shapes our world. Students will explore the water cycle, learn how plants move water, and discover why wetlands are vital. Activities include building a simple water cycle model.
When : January 13th & 14th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15-$20
Looking to volunteer for the Martin Luther King National Day of Service? Get a jump start by joining Green Team at Lakewood Park for a cleanup day!
When: January 17 | 9-11 am
Cost: FREE
This hike will give us the opportunity to get out and see the upper elevations of the preserve.
When : January 17th | 12:30PM - 2:30PM
Where : The Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve
Cost : Free
FIT4MOM Guntersville is hosting activities for the kids to enjoy and free coffee for moms to enjoy!
When : January 19th & January 26th | 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Where : Civitan Park
Cost : FREE
Engaging book discussions, enriching educational experiences, and guided walks through the Garden. FOR ADULTS.
When : January 22nd & 24th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Gardens
Cost : $20-$110
Discover where milk comes from and how to care for cows on a regenerative dairy farm.
When : January 23rd | 9AM - 11AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $15
A “chill” winter celebration in the garden—perfect for gathering with friends, unwinding, and enjoying a night out.
When : January 23rd | 7PM - 11PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $35 - $45
Engaging book discussions, enriching educational experiences, and guided walks through the Garden. FOR ADULTS.
When : January 22nd & 24th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Gardens
Cost : $20-$110
The greenway is paved and wide, so this is the perfect walk for strollers or young hikers. This hike will be a nice slow pace and see what the creekside has to offer.
When : January 25th | 1PM - 2:30PM
Where : Heritage Elementary School
Cost : Free
Families with elementary aged children are invited to attend these homeschool enrichment program events focused on exploring the natural environment to develop a connection to the land, to wildlife and to each other.
When : January 26th | 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Where : Blevins Gap Nature Preserve North (Fanning Trailhead)
Cost : FREE
FIT4MOM Guntersville is hosting activities for the kids to enjoy and free coffee for moms to enjoy!
When : January 19th & January 26th | 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Where : Civitan Park
Cost : FREE
Join Cane Creek Land Stewards in a Weed Wrangle to remove invasive species along trails and throughout the preserve. No experience required.
When : January 31st | 9AM - 12PM
Where : Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve
Cost : Free
This family-friendly, fun-filled day includes a falconry presentation, an Audubon Society-led guided hike, a visit to the Barnyard, and creating a bird-themed craft. You can also enjoy “Beauties of the Sky,” an hour-long presentation by Tommy Howell showcasing his collection of unusual birds.
When : January 31 | 10AM - 4PM
Where : Burritt on the Mountain
Cost : $0-$12
Bethel Spring Nature Preserve has one of the most beautiful waterfalls on any of the Land Trust preserves and one of the largest in Madison County.
When : January 30th | 1PM - 4PM
Where : Bethel Spring Nature Preserve
Cost : Free
A playful preschool series where each month explores a new color through hands-on activities, snacks, stories, and nature or farm-inspired fun.
When : February 5th | 10AM - 11AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $5
Climb up the north side of Monte Sano!
When : February 7th | 10AM - 11:30AM
Where : Monte Sano State Park
Cost : Hike is Free
Explore the north side of Monte Sano on this short but invigorating hike. Beginning on Oak Park
Trail, you’ll follow the path to the northern fork of Buzzard’s Roost Trail, where a small waterfall
appears during wetter times of the year.
When : February 7th | 10AM - 11:30AM
Where : Monte Sano Nature Preserve Oak Park Trailhead
Cost : FREE
Before desegregation, this park was home to the only state-run outdoor spaces designated for Black people. This hike centers the history that shaped access to the outdoors in Alabama.
When : February 7th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : FREE
A free family friendly show during Mardi Gras at MidCity 2026
When : February 7th | 7PM
Where : The Camp
Cost : FREE
Families with elementary-aged children (ages 5-11) are invited to take part in a homeschool
enrichment program designed to spark curiosity and build meaningful connections with nature.
When : February 9th & 23rd | 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Where : Bethel Spring Nature Preserve
Cost : FREE
Families with young children are invited to explore the wonders of nature through Little Forest
Friends.
When : February 9th | 10AM - 11AM
Where : Little Foot Loop at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve North
Cost : FREE
Nature loves patterns! Students will investigate leaf shapes, flower parts, and branching patterns to see how plants are beautifully organized.
When : February 10th & 11th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15 - $20
Nature loves patterns! Students will investigate leaf shapes, flower parts, and branching patterns to see how plants are beautifully organized.
When : February 10th & 11th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15 - $20
Trunk Goes Thunk with Heather Morris! This Alabama author will read her picture book & talk about opposites, forests, & using all five senses to explore our wide & wonderful world.
When : February 13th | 9AM - 11AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $15
This Alabama author describes her years as a research scientist – from working with lab mice to designing experiments for the International Space Station – and explains how science and story fit
together.
When : February 13th | 12PM - 2PM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $15
Say cheers to friendship and gather in the Garden’s Nichols Arbor for a joyful afternoon tea filled with laughter, connection, and moments with friends—designed for togetherness. This warm and welcoming Galentine’s Tea brings gals and pals together for a lighthearted celebration.
When : February 13th | 4PM - 6PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $45/$55
Step back in time as blacksmiths hammer away, woodworkers craft, and the hearth fills the air with the smell of old-fashioned cooking as our spinners and weavers demonstrate techniques on a variety of looms.
When : February 14th | 10AM - 4PM
Where : Burritt on the Mountain
Cost : $8 - $12
Fun begins downtown around 1:00 with the Huntsville Drumline & Parade kicks off at 2:30PM
When : February 15th | 1PM - 4PM
Where : Downtown Huntsville
Cost : Free
This family-friendly event will feature a colorful Mardi Gras parade, followed by a gumbo cook-off showcasing teams competing for best gumbo and community pride.
When : February 14th | 1PM
Where : Art District
Cost : FREE
Join the Park Naturalist for an evening of storytelling by the fire as we discuss the history of the bald eagle in the United States and how you can play a role in the U.S. national bird’s conservation success story!
When : February 14th | 5:30PM
Where : Lake Guntersville State Park
Cost : FREE
Bring a chair, pick a spot along the route, watch the fun, and enjoy all the Mardi Gras Magic and canine cuteness!
When : February 15th | 12PM
Where : MidCity
Cost : Free
Put your best foot forward and see if you can find all the items on the list before the Naturalist! Rules are simple, Get the paper with the items, hike with the naturalist, "Take only Pictures" of what you find and have a great time exploring Joe Wheeler State Park!
When : Vaires
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : $5
Trash bags, litter sticks, and safety vests will be provided for picking up litter.
When: February 21 | 9-11 AM
Cost: FREE
Participants will craft egg baskets using invasive plant species including autumn olive, kudzu, privet, ivy, and Grapevine. All sustainably foraged from Burritt’s grounds, highlighting creative ways to manage invasives while honoring traditional skills.
When : February 21st | 1PM - 3PM
Where : Burritt on the Mountain
Cost : Free with Admission
Blevins Gap Nature Preserve provides some of the best views of Huntsville in the area.
When : February 22nd | 9AM - 11:30AM
Where : Blevins Gap Nature Preserve South
Cost : FREE
Grab a chair, pick a spot along the route, watch the fun, and enjoy all the Mardi Gras Magic and canine cuteness!
When : February 22nd | 12PM
Where : The Camp
Cost : FREE
Explore Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s newest location for fun, fitness and connection
When : March 14th | 9:30AM - 12:30AM
Where : West Huntsville Recreation Center
Cost : FREE
Street vendors, crafts, food trucks, live music, and a bouncy house!
When : March 14th | 9AM - 5PM
Where : 106 Commercial St NE, Hanceville, AL 35077
Cost : FREE
Step into the wild with Park Naturalist, Jennings Earnest, for an interactive morning of discovery. Young naturalists will learn how to spot signs of wildlife such as tracks, nests, and other fascinating clues, and identify some of the amazing animals that call Northwest Alabama home.
When : Varies | 10AM
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : $5
Meet the Park Naturalist. Ask questions! Learn about Joe Wheeler State Park including what to do, what creatures live in the park or seasonally visit the park, and how to best enjoy your time.
When : Varies
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : FREE
The local library reads books and Clift Farm businesses bring fun activities for your family to enjoy!
When : First Monday's | 10AM - 11AM
Where : Clift Farms
Cost : FREE
A playful preschool series where each month explores a new color through hands-on activities, snacks, stories, and nature or farm-inspired fun.
When : March 5th | 10AM - 11AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $5
Join the Park Naturalist by the fire at the Outdoor Classroom, located in the Campground, for an evening of storytelling as we discuss infamous outlaws who called Alabama home!
When : March 6th | 5:30PM
Where : Lake Guntersville State Park
Cost : FREE
Loons, pelicans, ducks – oh my! Joe Wheeler State Park is a birder’s paradise during the winter! Migrating through or staying put, these birds feast upon the plentiful source of fish that inhabit the Tennessee River to get some extra energy. Join the Park Naturalist as they lead you around to the best birding spots in the park!
When : March 7th, April 11th | 8AM - 10AM
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : $5
Get up close with nature’s coolest critters! Meet arthropods, amphibians, reptiles, aves, & more! Explore the science behind their amazing features in this interactive class.
When : March 7th | 10AM - 11:30AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $10
Cooks will transport you back to the 1800s as you see, hear, and smell their work as they prepare historic recipes over our open fires and cast-iron cook stove while blacksmiths will be firing up the forges throughout the historic park to demonstrate this fascinating skill.
When : March 7th | 10AM - 3PM
Where : Burritt on the Mountain
Cost : Included with admission
A fun community event!
When : March 7th | 11AM - 3PM
Where : John Hunt Park
Cost : FREE
Alabama State Parks Junior Ranger program is a state-wide initiative to get students learning about and excited to protect our outdoor spaces.
When : March 8th, April 11th, May 24th | 1PM
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : FREE
Spring is coming alive! Students will study seasonal plant changes, learn about plant life cycles, and identify early signs of spring around the garden. We’ll plant spring seeds and start a garden observation journal.
When : March 10th & 11th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15 - $20
Spring is coming alive! Students will study seasonal plant changes, learn about plant life cycles, and identify early signs of spring around the garden. We’ll plant spring seeds and start a garden observation journal.
When : March 10th & 11th | 10AM - 12PM
Where : Huntsville Botanical Garden
Cost : $15 - $20
Step into the wild with Park Naturalist, Jennings Earnest, for an interactive morning of discovery. Young naturalists will learn how to spot signs of wildlife such as tracks, nests, and other fascinating clues, and identify some of the amazing animals that call Northwest Alabama home.
When : Varies | 10AM
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : $5
Explore the barnyard world of Wilbur, Charlotte, and their friends as you hear the story come to life with games, activities, and live animal encounters.
When : March 13th | 9AM - 11AM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $15
Think like an agricultural engineer to tackle hands-on design challenges and creative problem-solving inspired by real-life farm needs.
When : March 13 | 12PM - 2PM
Where : North Alabama Agriplex
Cost : $15
Clans, food, vendors, live music and MORE!
When : March 14th - 15th
Where : Point Mallard Park
Cost : $9 - $18
Immerse yourself in nostalgia while celebrating both classic and modern cars, and create lasting memories!
When : March 14, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 25, August 29, Sept 19, Oct 17, and Nov 7 | 9AM - 12PM
Where : Clift Farm
Cost : FREE
Explore vibrant area as you visit each unique location, shop from a delightful array of local vendors, and soak in the beauty of the charming farms!
When : March 14th | 9AM - 5PM
Where : Arab, AL
Cost : TBA
Come out and tour the facility where Nor Ala Day Camp will run this summer!!
You must sign up for a time so they can send you all the details.
When: March 14 & 15
Cost: FREE
Join guest Master Gardener, beginning gardeners and enthusiasts in discussing seasonal gardening issues.
When : March 14th | 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Where : Tillman D. Hill Public Library of Hazel Green
Cost : FREE
Huntsville's Market for local farmers, bakers, artisans, makers, growers, musicians, and more!
When : March 15th - November 8th, 2026 | 11AM - 4PM
Where : MidCity
Cost : FREE
Come out and tour the facility where Nor Ala Day Camp will run this summer!!
You must sign up for a time so they can send you all the details.
When: March 14 & 15
Cost: FREE
Meet the Park Naturalist. Ask questions! Learn about Joe Wheeler State Park including what to do, what creatures live in the park or seasonally visit the park, and how to best enjoy your time.
When : Varies
Where : Joe Wheeler State Park
Cost : FREE
A summer pops concert filled with music on the breeze.
When : June 25th | 6:30 PM
Where : Stonebridge Park
Cost : FREE
30 cow print painted rocks will be hidden throughout the city!
When : March 17th
Where : Madison, AL
Cost : FREE
A FREE biking event at Hays Nature Preserve! Bikers, walkers, scooters, wagons, strollers, walkers are all welcome! Get outside to enjoy a scavenger hunt in nature.
When : March 18th | 9AM - 11AM
Where : Hays Nature Preserve
Cost : FREE
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