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Special Needs Night at Kiddie Carnival ( Athens )

Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival E Forrest St & S Beaty St, Athens, AL, United States

Happening July 22nd! We can't wait to see you for a special night at the Kiddie Carnival. Each ride is one 50 cent ticket, with Free admission to the Kiddie Carnival. Concessions: hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken fries, coke Products, french fries, funnel cakes, popcorn, sno – cones, bottled water, and more! Rides: Rides are best suited for children 2-10 years old, but younger children do ride. NO ADULT RIDERS ON RIDES except standing beside child on carousel. Rides are kid size rides, not Midway carnival size rides. Cash Only! Must RSVP

Cost: FREE
When: July 22| 6PM-8PM

Free

Back to School Block Party at The Village Green in Clift Farms!

Clift Farm Green Space 300 Clift Home Place Drive, Madison, AL, United States

🌞 🥲 This summer is flying by, and school will be starting soon! 🏫 📅 They want to kick-off the new school year by having a "Back to School Block Party"🎉, a free event, at the Village Green in Clift Farms, Tuesday, July 22, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm!
➡️ Bring a blanket or folding chairs to enjoy:
-inflatables! 🏰
-facepainting! 🎨
-balloon artist! 🎈
-Chick-fil-A cow visit! 🐄🐄
Available for purchase:
-Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwiches and Drinks
-Kona Ice
Come out and enjoy some special time with family and friends before school starts! ❤️ They will see you there!🚗

Cost: FREE
When: July 22| 6PM-8PM

Free

Firefly Garden Hike at Huntsville Botanical Garden

Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, AL, United States

Join for a special guided hike featuring the amazing fireflies that call the Garden home! These intriguing insects are most active as the sun is setting and it starts to get dark. You’ll learn about their life cycle and how you can create a habitat for them in your own backyard.

Cost:$15-$80
When:June 17-July 22| 6:45PM-9PM

$15 – $80

Yoga at Night! ( Athens )

Athens Limestone Public Library 603 South Jefferson St, Athens, AL, United States

Free yoga class! This is an Adults-Only class. Please, arrive early and inform the instructor of any injuries or special needs you might have. Bring your yoga mat, water, any props you'd like to use, and enjoy your practice! New attendees will need to sign a waiver.

Cost: FREE
When: July 1| 7:15PM-8:15PM

Free

Riveting Reptile Day!

Hays Nature Preserve 7153 Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, United States

Learn all about reptiles and enjoy some kid friendly activities at the Riveting Reptile Day on Wednesday, July 23 from 9am-11am at the Hays Nature Preserve natural playground. Drop in for free educational activities and a craft, plus see some live reptiles too! All ages are invited!

Cost: FREE
When: July 23| 9AM-11AM

Free

High School Professional Development with Land Trust Education

Various Olde Towne and Twickenham, Huntsville, AL, United States

Join the Land Trust of North Alabama for a day of engaging, hands-on professional development created specifically for high school teachers. These two sessions offer practical classroom resources and real-world strategies for incorporating place-based, project-based learning into your curriculum. Attend one or both.
Session 1: Exploring Citizen Science with iNaturalist
🔶 9:00–11:00 AM | Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve
Take a guided hike with a Land Trust naturalist and explore how iNaturalist can be used for citizen science and biodiversity research. Learn how to engage your students in observation, data collection, and local environmental exploration.
Session 2: Resources & Partnerships for Project-Based Learning
🔶1:00–3:00 PM | Huntsville-Madison County Public Library
Preview classroom-ready resources developed by the Land Trust’s education team. Discover how to incorporate local environmental topics into your teaching and explore partnership opportunities for the 2025–26 school year. You must RSVP!

Cost: FREE
When: July 23| 9AM-3PM

Free

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers

US Space and Rocket Center One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers is now open with full-scale models of the Mars Sojourner, Mars Exploration and Curiosity rovers along with the InSight Mars Lander, and the Ingenuity helicopter. Each of these vehicles in this interactive exhibit represents the kinds of robotic technologies that have explored the Martian surface, providing valuable insight on our solar system neighbor - Mars.

Cost: $20-$30
When: June 28 - August 29| 9AM-5PM

$20 – $30

Burritt Backpack Explorers

Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

This hands-on experience, designed for children aged 4 to 12, offers a captivating scavenger hunt through Burritt. Explore Nature Trails, the Historic Park, the Barnyard, and Dr. Burritt’s mansion!
-5 Unique Adventures – each adventure provides fresh and engaging hands-on experience!
-Special Souvenir to take home at the end of your adventure!
-Explore at your own pace, enjoy a fun-filled family experience that fits your schedule!
-With five distinct themes to choose from, there’s always something new to discover!

Cost: $8-$12
When: June 28 - August 31| 9AM-5PM

$8 – $12

Cattyshack Class: Cat & Kitten Care 101

Lowe Mill 2211 Seminole Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States

It’s time for the second installment in Cattyshack, Inc’s Wednesday classes! Funds raised from this event will allow them to buy three incubators to help them save more bottle babies. A $15 donation per person is requested. The classes for July are all about cat and kitten care! They will go over the basics and answer some of the time old questions cat owners deal with - like - cats can’t be trained can they? (The answer is yes, yes they can)! Must RSVP

Cost: $15
When: July 16,23,30| Various hours

$15

Open Family Swim

Goldfish Swim School Madison 7696 HWY 72 West Suite #110, Madison, AL, United States

🌴 Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School 🌊
FREE for Members | $5 per swimmer / $15 max per family for Non-Members
Non-members, please arrive early to sign waivers.
Must RSVP!
Looking for the perfect way to spend your afternoon? Whether you're working on swim skills, enjoying family time, or just looking to splash around—Family Swim is the place to be! 💦
🧡 Why families love Family Swim:
✅ Teach water safety in a safe, playful environment
✅ Watch your swimmer show off their skills (or join the fun!)
✅ Burn off energy in the most fun way possible
✅ Gauge if your child is ready for swim lessons
✅ Build your child’s comfort and confidence—with you by their side
✨ Take the plunge in our shiver-free, 90° tropical pool
🛟 Lifeguards on duty & life vests available for added safety
🏖️ A great way to explore our warm, welcoming swim school if you're not yet a member!
📍Serving Madison, Harvest, Huntsville & surrounding areas
Safety Reminder: For children who cannot swim independently, we require one adult in the water per child.
Come swim, laugh, and make memories together—can’t wait to see you at the pool! 💛

Cost: $5-$15
When: June 25 - August 13|12:15PM-1:15PM

$5 – $15

One More Girl: North Huntsville Public Library

North Huntsville Public Library 3011-A Sparkman Drive, Sparkman, United States

Safe space for girls ages 10-14! This weekly event is to help provide tools to young ladies for emotional and mental self awareness! They will be encouraged to help One More Girl!

Cost:FREE
When:June 11-July 30|2:30PM-4PM

Free

Construction Zone at Gurley Library

Gurley Public Library 225 Walker Street, Gurley, AL, United States

Calling all Lego enthusiast! They have everything you need to build amazing Lego creations. Each week they provide you with a "Lego challenge." You may choose to try out your skills or build your own unique design. Grab a friend and drop anytime during our Construction Zone to hang out and build away!

Cost: FREE
When: July 23| 2:30PM-5:30PM

Free

Kids Summer Series: Tap

Lowe Mill 2211 Seminole Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States

Join for our special Kids classes this summer! Our lovely Tap teacher Peace will be teaching a summer class for kids! Kids 6-12 This class will be, like our adult class, for FUN. Focused on learning good tap technique and steps but always in a fun and lighthearted environment!

Cost:$10
When June 11-July 30|4PM-4:45PM

$10

Teen Craft: Dragon Eggs

South Huntsville Library 7901-L, Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

Doesn't everyone want their own dragon? Teens ages 12-18 can join in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library 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. This week they will be learning to make dragon eggs using foam eggs, push pins, and acrylic paints.

Cost: FREE
When: July 23| 4PM-5PM

Free

Southeast Y Kids in the Kitchen

Southeast YMCA 1000 Weatherly Road, Huntsville, AL, United States

This cooking class series offers a hands- on approach so that event the youngest of chefs can tackle food prep and cooking techniques. Your child will build confidence in the kitchen as they chop, measure, taste and clean up their creations. They will also learn how to follow directions, hone their fine motor skills, understand basic nutritional information, read labels and use basic kitchen terminology.

Cost:$20-$35
When:June 16-July 23|4:30PM-5:30PM

$20 – $35

Bingo Night! Downtown Huntsville Library

Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St. SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

Bring your friends and family to compete for prizes and bragging rights during Bingo night!
Join us for some Bingo fun at the Downtown Huntsville Library in the Youth Services story time area every Wednesday at 5:00 P.M. this summer!

Cost:FREE
When:June 11-July 30|5PM-6PM

Free

Market at The Garden

Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, AL, United States

Grisham Pavilion at Huntsville Botanical Garden Free to stop and shop! Join us for a seasonal, open-air shopping experience featuring local vendors, handmade goods, and grown products. The Market at the Garden takes place from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on select Wednesdays throughout the summer and early fall.
No Garden admission required! The Market is held at the charming Grisham Pavilion, just through the Garden gates and next to the Dogwood Parking Lot.

Cost: FREE
When: July 9 - September 17|5PM-7PM

Free

Cocktails at The View

Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

Join us every Wednesday 5-8pm April through October. No admission charge. You bring your friends – we supply The View! Watch the sun go down and enjoy stunning views of Huntsville and beautiful sunsets from the best view of Huntsville! VIP reserved tables can be purchased, and many tables are available with open seating. Ride…

Free

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers

US Space and Rocket Center One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers is now open with full-scale models of the Mars Sojourner, Mars Exploration and Curiosity rovers along with the InSight Mars Lander, and the Ingenuity helicopter. Each of these vehicles in this interactive exhibit represents the kinds of robotic technologies that have explored the Martian surface, providing valuable insight on our solar system neighbor - Mars.

Cost: $20-$30
When: June 28 - August 29| 9AM-5PM

$20 – $30

Burritt Backpack Explorers

Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

This hands-on experience, designed for children aged 4 to 12, offers a captivating scavenger hunt through Burritt. Explore Nature Trails, the Historic Park, the Barnyard, and Dr. Burritt’s mansion!
-5 Unique Adventures – each adventure provides fresh and engaging hands-on experience!
-Special Souvenir to take home at the end of your adventure!
-Explore at your own pace, enjoy a fun-filled family experience that fits your schedule!
-With five distinct themes to choose from, there’s always something new to discover!

Cost: $8-$12
When: June 28 - August 31| 9AM-5PM

$8 – $12

Happy Days Prep! ( Owens Cross Roads )

Merrimack Hall 3320 Triana Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL, United States

Modeled after the existing Happy Days program. Students will participate in rotating daily activities (art, music, dance, games, social time, etc.). Some activities may include students from both Happy Days and Happy Days Prep, but they will not spend the entire day together.

Cost: $30
When: July 15-31| 9:45AM-1:45PM

$30

Art + Science Thursdays at Triana Public Library

Triana Public Library 357 Record Street, Madison, AL, United States

Every Thursday this summer they are combining a science lesson with an artwork! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To register, email the name of your child and their age to triana@hmcpl.org. NOTE THAT WE REPEAT CLASSES IN JULY.
July 17 - Symmetry
July 24 -Surfactants/Marble Paper

Cost: FREE
When: July 17 & 24| 1PM-2PM

Free

Craft your World

Downtown Huntsville Public Library 915 Monroe St, Huntsville, AL, United States

Explore the art of the world by delving into craft styles inspired by other cultures.Ages 7-12 are invited to join us every Thursday to create their own works of art inspired by cultures from around the world.

Cost:FREE
When:June 5-July 24|2PM-3PM

Free

Greene Street Market

Green Street Market 208 Eustis Ave SE, Huntsville, United States

The Greene Street Market at Nativity is downtown Huntsville's producer-only, open-air market for fresh, locally-grown vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers! It's where you go to meet farmers with gorgeous local produce, grass fed beef and pork, free range chickens and eggs; pick up freshly-prepared meals, gourmet popsicles, traditionally-made relishes, cheeses, preserves and breads. And, it's where local artisans offer their works!

Cost: FREE
When: July 3 - October 30| 3PM-6PM

Free

Biergarten at U.S. Space & Rocket Center

US Space and Rocket Center One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States

Biergarten is BACK for its 12th year at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center! Join the fun every Thursday (May 22 - Oct 23, 5-7:30 PM) for great pretzels and live music under the Saturn V! Entry is FREE! Purchase required for food and drinks.

When: Every Thursday May-October | 5 PM-7:30 PM
Cost: FREE entry, food extra charge

Free

Summer Movie Night

Toyota Field - Rocket City Trash Pandas 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, AL

Join for a fun-filled Summer Movie Night featuring the beloved classic, "The Sandlot"! Come early—Pepsi Gates will open at 6:00 pm, and the movie will start at 6:30 pm. Grab your friends and family for an evening of nostalgia, laughter, and unforgettable moments under the stars. Deadline to RSVP is Tuesday, July 22nd!

Cost:FREE
When:July 24|6PM-8PM

Free