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Experience the timeless works of William Shakespeare like never before—outdoors and under the summer stars at the Huntsville Botanical Garden Amphitheatre. Shakespeare in the Garden is a captivating evening of live performance set against the lush beauty of the Garden, where nature and theater come together.
Cost:$25-$35
When:July 25-August 9| 7:30PM-9PM
The 2025 Scottsboro Dragon Boat Race and Festival is a premier sporting event drawing participants and attendees from throughout the region for a day of exciting, friendly competition in an atmosphere fueled with community spirit. Spectators gather at Goose Pond Colony and Resort to cheer on their favorite teams who board 46-feet long traditional Hong Kong-style dragon boats for a race along Lake Guntersville. Each team consists of 22 people, with a drummer at the front, 20 seated rowers and a steerer in the back. Dragon boat racing originated more than 2,300 years ago and creates a spectacle like no other with colorful boats, drumming rhythms and unique paddling stroke!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 8AM-4PM
They're bringing together the best in wellness for a fun, high-energy community event — and they want YOU to be part of it!
📅 Saturday, August 9, 2025
🕣 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Rocket City Pickleball Club
Cost: FREE
When: August 9|8:30AM-1PM
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Help us have a #LitterFreeHSV!
When: August 9 | 9am-11am
Cost: FREE
Where: Jim Merak Park - 3317 Clopton Street SW
Join us for the Providence Market's Annual Back-to-School Event, where we come together as a community to support students and families in need! This event is not only an opportunity to donate school supplies but also a fun, vibrant gathering with local vendors, artisans, bakers, and more. Enjoy shopping for unique, handmade items and delicious treats while supporting small businesses!
Cost:FREE
When:August 9|9AM-2PM
Join us for The Providence Market in Huntsville, AL! Discover local businesses and farmers with fresh produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts. Enjoy live music and fun encounters with farm animals. It's a community event you won't want to miss!
Cost:FREE
When:June 14-December 6|9AM-2PM
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
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
This one day class will provide you and your support person with all the information needed to make informed decisions and feel confident as you prepare for the birth of your baby.
The class will also include relaxation exercises and a tour of our labor and delivery suite, postpartum, newborn nursery and NICU. All classes are located in the labor & delivery waiting room on the 2nd floor. To find the waiting room, enter the facility via the Crestwood Medical Pavilion (Crestwood Maternity Center Entrance).
Cost: FREE
When: July 12-December 6| 9AM-5PM
Join Vallis Mental Health for their virtual support group where you can: connect with other parents who understand your experience, learn positive parenting techniques, and navigate the challenges of ADHD together. Let’s work together to create a positive environment for our children!Please see the flyer for all group information. To register, please scan the QR…
Join for an empowering seminar focused on mental health, emotional wellness, and practical tools for daily life! Whether you’re seeking support, resources, or simply a safe space to learn and connect! All are welcome!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 10AM-12PM
🚀 The Alabama Science Festival is headed to STEM DAY at Sparkman High School! 🧪🔬
Join Saturday, August 9th for an exciting day of hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences for K–12 students. With food trucks, free parking, and over 40 awesome exhibitors, you don’t want to miss this!
📍 Sparkman High School
🕙 10 AM – 2 PM
🎉 Free Admission
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 10AM-2PM
The 5th Annual Rocket City Octane Auto Show presented by Horsepower Therapy - North Alabama’s premier INDOOR auto show bringing car enthusiasts from across the southeast together for a family-friendly event! Trophies will be awarded, and guests can enjoy interactive activities for kids and adults!
Cost: $15
When: August 9|10AM-4:30PM
Create a seascape using watercolor and pastel inspired by Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of America’s Waterways exhibition. Engaging and interactive art-making activities for families! Spark your creativity and imagination! Make and take home a fantastic work of art! Don’t miss this chance to explore your artistic side!
Cost:FREE
When:August 9|11AM-1PM
Daco Auffenorde will be at Harrison Brothers August 9th, from 11PM-1PM, signing her books! Daco is an award-winning author of thrillers and suspense. Her thriller The Forgotten Girl was awarded the “2023 Book of the Year” in the Best Thriller Book Awards. What’s more, Cover Your Tracks was awarded the “Best of 2020 Thriller Suspense” by Suspense Magazine and the “2021 Action Thriller of the Year” with Best Thriller Book Awards. Daco loves to pen fast-paced stories that keep you glued to the edge of your seat, guessing what will happen next. She's a storyteller who was raised in the heart of the south. where tradition meets creativity. Daco JUST released her latest thriller, The Medici Curse, so come meet her in person and get your books signed!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 11PM-1PM
Vendors from all over the area will present their finest products, whether made-by-hand, second-hand or made by the earth.
When: Saturdays through October 25 | 11 AM-4:15 PM
Cost: FREE
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
Back-to-School Bash!
HUGE GIVEAWAYS – HUGE FUN
📆Saturday, August 9th| 2–4 PM
📍Parkway Place Mall
💵FREE and open to the public!
🎨Crafts
🍔Food
🎸Music & Entertainment
💰 Spin to Win $50 gift cards to Hibbett Sports
🎒 We will reveal the 5 winners of our curated backpacks, valued at $300 each
✨ PLUS, one lucky attendee will win a GRAND PRIZE $250 gift card to Hibbett Sports
The perfect way to celebrate the first week of school!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 2PM-4PM
Musicology School of Music would love to have you at their back-to-school event! A fun-filled evening followed by hotdogs and drinks, performances by the rock band classes, and an instrument exploration zone!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9|2PM-5PM
The Neuroaffirmative Autism Resource Center Parenting Autism Support Group Weekly on Saturdays at 3:00PM (90 Minutes) Starts Jan 25th Located at NAARC For more information, please visit their Facebook page.
To celebrate National Health Center Week Thrive Alabama, HAPPI Health, Central North Alabama Health Services, Inc. are hosting the Community Fun Wellness Block Party!🎊
🎟️Free Admission!
🥪Food
🎉Fun
🩺🧩🥇 Health - Play games, win prizes, enjoy refreshments, listen to music, visit fellow non-profit vendors, get information, receive health screenings!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 5PM-7PM
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
🚜💨 Rev your engines—it's time to PULL! 💨🚜
Get ready for one of the loudest, rowdiest, and most adrenaline- two packed nights in August!
🔥 TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
📅 Friday, August 8th & Saturday, August 9th
🕖 Start Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Lexington Motorsports Park, Lexington, AL
Watch raw horsepower and steel battle it out as powerful machines dig deep and drag heavy loads down the track! From souped-up pickups to thunderous tractors, this is the kind of action you don’t want to miss!
🎟️ Admission Adult $15, 6-12 $10, 5 & Under Free
👨👩👧👦 Fun for the whole family!
🏁 See you at the Track!!!
Cost: $10-$15
When: August 8 & 9| 6PM-9PM
SAVE THE DATE for the 7th Annual Bull-A-Rama, Bulls & Barrels at 7:00pm CT in New Hope, AL!
⭐️ LOCATION CHANGE: New Hope Saddle Club Arena ⭐️
Bull Riding
Barrel Racing
Live music
Vendors
Food Trucks
Bring your friends and family for a great night of fun! Can’t wait to see you there!
Cost: FREE
When: August 9| 7PM-10PM
Experience the timeless works of William Shakespeare like never before—outdoors and under the summer stars at the Huntsville Botanical Garden Amphitheatre. Shakespeare in the Garden is a captivating evening of live performance set against the lush beauty of the Garden, where nature and theater come together.
Cost:$25-$35
When:July 25-August 9| 7:30PM-9PM
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
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
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
Hey Women, they see you. Culture puts so many expectations on women and often these can lead to competition and comparison. But they believe that God wants more for us—He delights in seeing His daughters grow, connect, and do life together! So, you’re invited to join for a joyful afternoon where women of all ages can gather, enjoy great food, and be encouraged in faith and community. This is your chance to meet new friends, hear inspiring stories, and discover ways to grow spiritually and get involved in Life Groups. This is a time for you to relax, leave behind the to-do list, and have fun. Whether you’re single or married, have kids or not, you belong here, and they can’t wait to meet you! They'll save you a seat.
✨ KidsCare is available for children up to 5th grade with registration by July 28.
Cost: $15, includes lunch
When: August 10| 11:30AM-1:30PM
Enjoy the SEVENTH SEASON of The Market at MidCity, Huntsville's Market for Farmers, Artisans, Makers, Growers, Musicians, and more!
When: Every Sunday until November 9 | 12-4 pm
Cost: FREE
Children and their families can explore the Cook Museum at their own pace with additional sensory-based activities available in the Exhibits. For this event, the Museum aims to provide a relaxed environment for individuals with autism and other sensory or communication needs. Sounds will be lowered, crowds will be limited, and a designated quiet room will be available.
Cost:$15-$20
When:June 22-August 10| 12PM-5PM
Many kids feel more at ease reading to a dog who is there to listen. You can sign up for a fifteen minute session with a trained therapy dog from Therapy Partners, Inc. 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. Registration is required!
Cost: FREE
When: August 10| 2PM-3:30PM
Join for The BOLD Market, a dynamic community celebration hosted by BOLD Huntsville and Huntsville Black-owned Businesses, dedicated to uplifting and empowering Black-owned businesses in Huntsville and beyond during Black Business Month! Held at the iconic Orion Amphitheater, this high-energy outdoor event will feature a curated marketplace of Black entrepreneurs, creators, and service providers across industries—from fashion and food to wellness, technology, and more. Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, networking opportunities, and a vibrant atmosphere of connection and celebration.
Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or supporter of Black excellence, this is a can't-miss event to connect, grow, and celebrate!
Cost: FREE
When: August 10| 2PM-6PM
Start a DnD adventure with your little warriors and wizard! (ages 5-7)
When: Every Sunday | 4:30pm
Cost: FREE
Join us for a Sunday afternoon full of fun, snacks and fellowship! We will be holding 3 of these FREE events throughout the summer! Free food, outdoor games, bounce houses, and more!
Cost:FREE
When:June 29-August 10|5PM-7PM
Free event for the whole family! Join Madison Methodist Church for our Third Summer Sunday on August 10th from 5 - 7PM for inflatables and a cookout! Check out the photos from our first event in the Event discussion! This is an evening of family fun in the heart of Madison! They're bringing the community together with:
🌭 Free food - grilled hot dogs!!!
🧩 Outdoor games & activities
☔️ Rain? No worries, we'll move inside!
🤸🏼♀️ Bounce houses
✅ Fun for all ages!
Cost: FREE
When: August 10| 5PM-7PM
Kids Tickets Just $5 All Summer Long! Looking for the perfect family outing this summer? Huntsville City FC has you covered with $5 kids tickets for all home matches! As part of our Countdown to Kick offer, open to all fans 12 and under, making it easier than ever to bring the whole crew out to Wicks Family Field.From corn hole and sidewalk chalk to our kick wall and open spaces to roam, there’s plenty to keep kids entertained while you sit back and relax! Whether it's your first match or your fifth, there's never been a better time to make some summer memories under the lights!
Cost:$5
When:June 20-August 17|7PM-9PM
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
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.
ATC is ultra excited to host our first Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide selection of engaging books across all genres, perfect for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of reading. This Book Fair will be held at the ATC Studio from August 11th to 15th with specific shopping times announced prior to the fair, as well as some special events to help accentuate the week. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to expand your child's library and support their learning journey, just in time for the start of school.
Cost:FREE
When:August 11-15| 11AM-5PM
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
All ages can join us for popcorn and Kool-Aid for a monthly movie! Please bring a pillow and blanket. Can you guess which movie we are showing? When: Jan 13th | 3:30PM - Second Monday of Every Month Where: Boaz Public Library For more information and updates, checkout their Facebook event.
🎉 Monday Night Fun at Chick-fil-A Whitesburg Drive 🎨🎈 Exciting things are happening on Monday nights! Bring the family and enjoy FREE fun for the kids: 🎈 Balloon Artist Kicking off Monday, January 13th Returning every other Monday night 🎨 Face Painting Starting Monday, January 20th Returning every other Monday night Don't miss out on…
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
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
🍊🍀Join Athens library in exploring foraging! How do you start foraging? What is it? How do you manage it? Join them in learning all things foraging! Open to the public, for all to join!
Cost: FREE
When: August 12| 11AM-12PM
Chuck E Cheese Homeschool Play Day On 2nd Tuesday of every month, join for Homeschool Play Day! From open-4pm Score 90-minutes of All You Can Play Checkout their website for more information: Homeschool Play Days | Homeschool Groups | Chuck E. Cheese (chuckecheese.com)
ATC is ultra excited to host our first Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide selection of engaging books across all genres, perfect for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of reading. This Book Fair will be held at the ATC Studio from August 11th to 15th with specific shopping times announced prior to the fair, as well as some special events to help accentuate the week. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to expand your child's library and support their learning journey, just in time for the start of school.
Cost:FREE
When:August 11-15| 11AM-5PM
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
Visit the HMCPL Bookmobile at the Mark Russell Recreation Center in Hampton Cove every Tuesday (weather permitting) from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Browse a wide selection of books for readers of all ages.
When: Every Tuesday | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: FREE
🌴 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
The Athens Farmers Market encourages all of our local patrons to shop and eat quality fresh produce at an updated pavilion in downtown Athens!
Cost: FREE
When: June 24-August 26|3PM-6PM
Anyone who needs food is welcome! We have a few simple rules. 1) Please don't come into the parking lot before 3:30pm. 2) Please don't attempt to form a line or keep track of who was there fist--it does not matter. 3) Once inside, please follow the instructions our volunteers give you. If we have…
The Well Huntsville: 12 Bushels Food Distribution📅 Every Second Tuesday | 🕔 5:00 – 6:30 PM📍 The Well Huntsville, 2351 Hwy 72 E, Huntsville, AL 35811 If you or someone you know is in need of food support, The Well Huntsville invites you to stop by for a box of non-perishable food items—no questions asked.…
Willowbrook Preschool Ministries are excited to be launching a new MomCo group in August. This group is for all moms with children birth-5th grade. You do not need to attend Willowbrook to participate. So join us for a time to connect and nurture relationships with other moms who get you! When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays…
Mark your calendars for live music under the sunset every second Tuesday in May, June, July & August 2025 at the Kingston Pavilion at Ditto Landing. 🌅🎸
Show starts at 6pm
2025 Lineup
• August 12 – .45 Surprise Duo
✨ Event Highlights:
🎟️ Free admission & parking
🚚 Food trucks on site
🎉 Family-friendly atmosphere
🌳Outdoor venue — lawn chairs, blankets, and sunscreen encouraged
🥪 Outside food & beverages allowed
Expect great local music, tasty eats, and some of the best sunset views in the city!
Cost: FREE
When: August 12| 6PM-8PM
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!
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
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
ATC is ultra excited to host our first Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide selection of engaging books across all genres, perfect for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of reading. This Book Fair will be held at the ATC Studio from August 11th to 15th with specific shopping times announced prior to the fair, as well as some special events to help accentuate the week. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to expand your child's library and support their learning journey, just in time for the start of school.
Cost:FREE
When:August 11-15| 11AM-5PM
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
🌴 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
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…
Peace in the Park 💙
Come out and enjoy a day full of fun, food, and community connection! Whether you’ve been personally impacted or simply care about building a safer, stronger city, this event is for YOU.
🌭Enjoy free food, music, games, giveaways, and activities for all ages designed to uplift, unite, and inspire hope in our community. This is about supporting one another, and reminding everyone they’re not alone!
Cost: FREE
When: August 30| 11AM-3PM
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
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
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
ATC is ultra excited to host our first Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide selection of engaging books across all genres, perfect for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of reading. This Book Fair will be held at the ATC Studio from August 11th to 15th with specific shopping times announced prior to the fair, as well as some special events to help accentuate the week. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to expand your child's library and support their learning journey, just in time for the start of school.
Cost:FREE
When:August 11-15| 11AM-5PM
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
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
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
Grab your crew, your go-to Stovehouse eats, and let’s make Thursdays the new Friday. This is a free event + all ages welcome.
When: Thursdays May-September | 6-9 PM
Cost: FREE
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.
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
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
Come explore ripe summer fruit! We'll use our senses (including taste!) to experience a variety of fruits and investigate the seeds they carry.About Seeds to Sprouts-Discover the magic of nature with Seeds to Sprouts, designed for children ages 2-5. This program introduces young explorers to the wonders of the natural world through captivating stories, hands-on STEM activities, and guided tours of the Garden.
Cost:$10-$25
When:August 15-August 16|10AM-10:45AM
ATC is ultra excited to host our first Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide selection of engaging books across all genres, perfect for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of reading. This Book Fair will be held at the ATC Studio from August 11th to 15th with specific shopping times announced prior to the fair, as well as some special events to help accentuate the week. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to expand your child's library and support their learning journey, just in time for the start of school.
Cost:FREE
When:August 11-15| 11AM-5PM
The Nina & Pinta replica Ships starting June 23rd 2025, will be open for scheduled guided tours only Monday through Friday with groups of 15 or more. Ships will be open for Self-guided walk aboard tours Saturday & Sunday from 11am-5pm at Guntersville City Harbor, 29 Paddle Wheel dr. in Guntersville, AL until October 19th 2025. The Niña was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called her "the most historically accurate Replica of Columbus’ Ship ever built." Many historians call the “Caravel” the Space Shuttle of the 15th Century. Today, both Ships tour together as a dockside “floating museum” for the purpose of educating the Public and school Children on the “Caravel”, a versatile Portuguese Ship used by Columbus and many early explorers during the “Age of Exploration”!
Cost: $8-$10
When: June 23 - October 19| 11AM-5PM
Inspired by the soft glow of sunset and the peaceful shift from day to night, this event offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all.
Dates: Every Friday April 18 – September 26, weather permitting. | 5-7 PM
*Golden Hour will not take place June 20, July 25, August 1, or August 8 to accommodate the Summer Solstice Concert and Shakespeare at the Garden.*
Cost: FREE for Garden members; $12 for non-members
Join Piper & Leaf for their Tailgate Sale & Tunes event – a community yard sale and an acoustic jam session all rolled into one!
When: Third Fridays of the Month | April-October | 5pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
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