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Hook, line and summer fun awaits at the Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo

May 6, 2026 Click to view Hook, line and summer fun awaits at the Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo

Cast a line and join the fun. The Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo returns Saturday, June 6, from 7-10 a.m., with plenty of chances to land a great catch. Held at Brahan Spring Park Lagoon, 3771 SW Ivy Ave., the fishing rodeo is a popular event for young anglers ages 6-12. Thanks to generous support from Buster’s Bait and Tackle and community partners, the lagoon will be stocked with more than 700 [more]

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Join Huntsville Police, Huntsville Fire & Rescue at second annual Heroes on the Block community celebration

April 16, 2026 Click to view Join Huntsville Police, Huntsville Fire & Rescue at second annual Heroes on the Block community celebration

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]

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Find your fitness across Huntsville: Fitness in the Park returns for 2026

April 13, 2026 Click to view Find your fitness across Huntsville: Fitness in the Park returns for 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]

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Enjoy exercise and the outdoors at the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride

April 6, 2026 Click to view Enjoy exercise and the outdoors at the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride

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]

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City of Huntsville offices to close for Good Friday

March 31, 2026 Click to view City of Huntsville offices to close for Good Friday

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]

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Contact

  • Phone:

    256-564-8026

  • Address:

    Parks & Recreation Office

    2411 9th Avenue SW

    Huntsville, AL 35805

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  • Email:

    james.gossett@HuntsvilleAL.gov

    James Gossett

    Parks and Recreation Director

  • Hours:

    Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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