Category: Parks & Recreation
Make the most of winter with Parks & Recreation’s Winter Program Guide
November 20, 2025
Cold weather may be approaching but there’s no shortage of ways to stay active and get connected this winter with Huntsville Parks & Recreation. The winter program guide is packed with more than 100 activities for all ages. Even better, most activities are free. Get active with a weekly walking group, attending a strength class or playing a game of basketball. Spark your creativity at a sewing group or connect with like [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation unwraps holiday happenings
November 18, 2025
Parks & Recreation is spreading holiday cheer with a full month of themed events across the city. The event schedule includes a variety of seasonal activities for all ages to celebrate the magic of the holidays. The third annual Big Spring Jingle is Friday, Dec. 19, from 4-8 p.m. in Big Spring Park. Festivities will include a DJ dance party, food trucks, crafts, light-up gifts for kids and more. Santa is [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation’s Big Spring Jingle set for Dec. 19
November 13, 2025
Sleigh bells are ringing and the Parks & Recreation department has it on good authority that Santa is making his way to Huntsville for the third annual Big Spring Jingle. On Friday, Dec. 19, from 4-8 p.m., Big Spring Park in downtown Huntsville will transform into a winter wonderland for all to enjoy. Huntsville Parks & Recreation is excited to host residents and visitors alike for a night of holiday magic. Rock [more]
Read MoreRegistration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation winter break camps opens Nov. 17
November 6, 2025
The holiday rush is on its way and Huntsville Parks & Recreation has the perfect way for Huntsville City School students to chill out and have fun during winter break. Parks & Recreation will offer winter break camps at Cavalry Hill Community Center and Mark Russell Recreation Center from Dec. 22-24. Camps will run from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 22-23 and from 8 a.m. until noon on Dec. [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation collects warm coats for Cozy Care Holiday Drive
November 4, 2025
The Parks & Recreation department, in collaboration with Christmas Charities Year Round, is hosting the Cozy Care Holiday Drive from now to Dec. 8. The initiative provides coats and gloves to those in need for the chilly seasons. Those wishing to donate should place their clean and wearable coats, hats and gloves in designated boxes conveniently located in the lobby of Huntsville recreation centers. All sizes are accepted. Please refrain from leaving [more]
Read MoreDink Pink in support of breast cancer awareness with Huntsville Parks & Recreation
October 8, 2025
Parks & Recreation invites pickleball players of all skill levels to visit participating recreation centers on Wednesday, Oct. 15, for the inaugural city-wide Dink Pink Pickleball Day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. The free open-play sessions welcome all skill levels and while healthy competition is welcome, players are encouraged to serve, rally and dink in honor of those affected by breast cancer. Players and cheering sections are [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation’s scary fun Halloween event schedule
September 30, 2025
Looking for Halloween events for the whole family to enjoy? Huntsville Parks & Recreation has planned a spooktacular October schedule with plenty of Halloween events to choose from. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy one or enjoy all! Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and expect free candy at the variety of family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering community engagement. The fourth annual Halloween Party & Haunted House will [more]
Read MoreHuntsville 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]
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