Category: Parks & Recreation
Join Huntsville Police, Huntsville Fire & Rescue at second annual Heroes on the Block community celebration
April 16, 2026
Huntsville heroes are teaming up again for a fun-filled day for children and adults alike. The second annual Heroes on the Block – a free community celebration for the entire family organized by Huntsville Police (HPD) and Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) – will be Saturday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center. It’s an opportunity to interact with police officers and firefighters, [more]
Read MoreFind your fitness across Huntsville: Fitness in the Park returns for 2026
April 13, 2026
Get active and explore parks across the City of Huntsville at Healthy Huntsville’s 2026 Fitness in the Park sessions. This year’s series kicks off on Saturday, May 2, with a dance fitness class in Big Spring Park West, followed by the Mayor’s Bike Ride. Fitness in the Park is 9-10 a.m. on Saturdays in May and June. Each free session features a different workout and instructors. “We’re excited about the variety in this [more]
Read MoreEnjoy exercise and the outdoors at the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride
April 6, 2026
Ride bikes with Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle at the 17th annual Mayor’s Bike Ride. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m. in Big Spring Park. “The Mayor’s Bike Ride is all about encouraging people to get active and enjoy the city from a new perspective,” said Mayor Battle. “It’s a fun way to support wellness while spending time with the residents who make Huntsville such a [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Good Friday
March 31, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, April 3, for Good Friday. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. Garbage collection will not be affected by the holiday and Huntsville Transit will operate on its normal schedule. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 6. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space will be open during their usual hours. All other facilities will be closed. Public Safety: Essential [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation summer camp registration to open April 13
March 31, 2026
Ready for a summer filled with adventure and fun? Huntsville Parks & Recreation will again offer full-day and specialty half-day camps designed to keep kids engaged and excited during summer break. Registration for summer camps opens online Monday, April 13, at 8 a.m. With the Parks & Recreation’s online registration platform, families can easily sign up for camps, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration process. Summer camps are available to Huntsville residents [more]
Read MoreParks & Recreation’s Girls Garage returns with hands-on lessons in car care
March 9, 2026
City of Huntsville residents asked and Huntsville Parks & Recreation delivered. Back by popular demand in 2026 is the Girls Garage program at Brahan Spring Recreation Center. Girls Garage empowers women and girls to build confidence in handling basic car care and maintenance. The free, hands-on program is open to ages 15 and older. Participants can choose from three Saturday sessions: March 21, April 18 or May 16 from 9-10 a.m. at [more]
Read MoreFamily-favorite Eggstravaganza egg hunt hops back to John Hunt Park
March 3, 2026
Ready, set, hunt! Huntsville Parks & Recreation is bringing back one of spring’s favorite traditions as EGGstravaganza returns for its fifth year on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to noon at John Hunt Park. The free, family-friendly celebration will take place at the Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex, where more than 15,000 eggs will be scattered and ready for children ages 12 and under to collect. Plenty of free parking [more]
Read MoreCelebrate Women’s History Month with Huntsville Parks & Recreation
March 2, 2026
March is Women’s History Month and Parks & Recreation is celebrating with the third annual HerPower Walk on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at John Hunt Park. The family-friendly event will take place on the paved walking trail at the at the John Hunt Park Cross Country Course, 2151 Airport Rd. SW. The free 5K walk is open to women, girls and the men who support them. It [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves engineering contract to upgrade two fields at Merrimack Soccer Complex
February 26, 2026
Plans for renovations at Merrimack Soccer Complex, 3501 SW Triana Blvd., are moving forward following City Council approval of an engineering design contract. A $175,000 design services contract with Ivaldi Engineering will produce a feasibility plan to evaluate upgrading Fields 1 and 2 to synthetic turf. The project would mark a third phase of field improvements at the complex, following previous renovations to Fields 11–18. The Merrimack Soccer Complex currently operates 18 lighted fields, [more]
Read MoreExplore, play and grow at Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Spring Fest at West
February 23, 2026
Parks & Recreation invite the Huntsville community to explore the recently opened West Huntsville Recreation Center and its programming on Saturday, March 14, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the first Spring Fest at West. Since its opening in December 2025, the West Huntsville Recreation Center, 150 Martin Rd. SW, has been a popular community destination for fun, fitness and connection. The free, family-friendly event will include interactive games, activities, inflatables, face painting [more]
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