Category: Parks & Recreation
Huntsville Ice Sports Center expansion ‘breaks the ice’
September 19, 2025
Tommy Battle, District 4 Council Member Bill Kling and Ice Sports Center (ISC) leadership traded shovels for pickaxes, breaking through blocks of ice at the celebratory groundbreaking of a major expansion at the ISC. The $44.6 million project will more than double the size of the facility, adding 118,822 square feet to the existing 83,934 square feet. The expansion features a new arena with seating for 1,254 spectators, a second sheet [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police, Parks & Recreation to host fourth annual Halloween Party and Haunted House
September 18, 2025
A popular fall tradition is returning to Huntsville this October. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and Huntsville Parks and Recreation invite the community to the fourth annual Halloween Party and Haunted House on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 3-8 p.m. at the Jaycee Building at John Hunt Park, 2200 Jaycee Way. Admission is free and open to all ages. “We love hosting events that bring our community together, and this one has quickly [more]
Read MoreShred with Huntsville Parks & Recreation at 2025 Bowl Jam event
September 18, 2025
Huntsville Parks & Recreation, in collaboration with The Skatepark Project, invites skateboarders and skate enthusiasts of all levels to drop in and show off their best ollies, kickflips, carves and more at the 2025 Bowl Jam. The free event, set for Sunday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Get-A-Way Skatepark in John Hunt Park, promises some radical skateboarding from amateur to professional participants from around the nation. “We are proud to [more]
Read MoreFall for All: Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s fall festival returns
September 10, 2025
Autumn fun awaits at Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s annual Fall for All event in Big Spring Park. The fall festival returns Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Big Spring Park West. The free event features fall-themed activities like pumpkin bowling, flower planting, mechanical bull riding and more. Attendees can also enjoy live music and inflatable games while grabbing a snack from local food vendors and taking advantage of numerous photo ops. “Huntsville [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville rolls out opening of Stoner Park Skating Rink
September 5, 2025
Lace up your skates, Huntsville! The city’s newest recreational destination is officially open. City leaders gathered to cut the ribbon on the highly anticipated Stoner Park Skating Rink, marking the debut of Huntsville’s premier covered outdoor roller skating venue. The $2.3 million project, designed by Nola Van Peursem Architects and built by Butler Construction, broke ground in July 2024. The rink itself measures 85 by 185 feet and sits under a [more]
Read MoreFall into fun with Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Fall Program Guide
August 19, 2025
School is back in session, fall weather is just around the corner and it’s a great time to explore the seasonal offerings in Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s 2025 Fall Program Guide. The jam-packed guide features more than 100 free activities, workshops and special events that promise fall fun for all ages. “The fall season is a great time to explore programs, connect with our recreation centers or spend some time at the [more]
Read MoreAldridge Creek Greenway reopens
August 14, 2025
The Aldridge Creek Greenway has been restored and is now open for the public to enjoy. The Aldridge Creek Greenway is reopening today. The Huntsville-Madison County Railroad Authority and its contractors made swift progress the past two weeks to remove debris from the creek and repair the walking path. The City appreciates the support and cooperation of all involved and is excited to welcome everyone back to the Aldridge Creek Greenway.
Read MoreRegistration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation fall break camps opens Aug. 18
August 13, 2025
Huntsville City Schools students have exciting options for staying engaged during fall break, thanks to the City’s Parks & Recreation Department. Registration for fall break camps opens on Monday, Aug. 18, at 8 a.m. With the online registration platform, families can easily sign up for camps, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration process. “Our full-day and specialty camps allow students to stay active during school breaks,” said Dorianne Johnson, Superintendent of Recreation [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville unveils plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field
August 12, 2025
The City of Huntsville unveiled preliminary plans for the refurbishment of Goldsmith-Schiffman Field at a public meeting Tuesday, breathing new life into a former high school football facility that opened in 1934. Located at 320 Beirne Ave., near Five Points, plans for the field call for two new flag football fields, which are currently the primary use at the stadium. The fields will be 30 yards by 70 yards. A playground [more]
Read MoreDistrict 2 Town Hall to seek public input and discuss plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field
August 7, 2025
As the City of Huntsville considers plans for a refurbishment of Goldsmith-Schiffman Field, District 2 Council Member David Little will hold a town hall on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 5:30 p.m., at Optimist Recreation Center, 703 Oakwood Ave. The focus of the meeting will be to review conceptual drawings, discuss renovation plans and seek public input for the facility at 320 Beirne Ave., near Five Points. Council Member Little will be [more]
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