Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Big Spring Jingle set for Dec. 19

December 3, 2025 Click to view Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Big Spring Jingle set for Dec. 19

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]

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Make the most of winter with Parks & Recreation’s Winter Program Guide

November 20, 2025 Click to view Make the most of winter with Parks & Recreation’s Winter Program Guide

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]

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Huntsville Parks & Recreation unwraps holiday happenings

November 18, 2025 Click to view Huntsville Parks & Recreation unwraps holiday happenings

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]

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Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Big Spring Jingle set for Dec. 19

November 13, 2025 Click to view Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Big Spring Jingle set for Dec. 19

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]

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Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation winter break camps opens Nov. 17

November 6, 2025 Click to view Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation winter break camps opens Nov. 17

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]

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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.

Seasonal Program Guide

Two children talking with their mther and Santa Claus in front of Christmas trees outside in Big Spring Park