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City of Huntsville celebrates opening of dynamic Sandra Moon Community Complex
September 15, 2026
Sandra Moon served on the Huntsville City Council from 1998-2010. The transformation of a former high school campus into an attractive asset for Huntsville residents came to fruition with the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the Sandra Moon Community Complex, a destination for recreation, events and enjoyment of the arts. Mayor Tommy Battle, Council President Jennie Robinson, City of Huntsville leaders and members of the Moon family were among those participating in [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Labor Day
September 3, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will be delayed by one day. Municipal offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as well as the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad, Bicentennial Park Splash Pad and the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad will [more]
Read MoreSnake Run & Ride Challenge brings pro skaters, 100-skateboard giveaway and free skate clinic to John Hunt Park
September 3, 2026
Huntsville Parks & Recreation, in collaboration with The Skatepark Project, invites skateboarders and skate enthusiasts of all levels to showcase their best moves at the 2026 Snake Run & Ride Challenge. The free event, set for Sunday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Get-A-Way Skatepark in John Hunt Park, promises action-packed skateboarding from amateur to professional participants from around the nation. “We’re excited to see the annual skateboarding event [more]
Read MoreCelebrate autumn at Fall for All with Huntsville Parks & Recreation
September 2, 2026
Fall is calling and it’s bringing good old-fashioned fun to Big Spring Park in downtown Huntsville for Parks & Recreation’s annual fall festival, Fall for All. The free, family-friendly event on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Big Spring Park will feature interactive fall-themed activities and games with prize giveaways for kids while supplies last. From classic carnival-style games to festive activities for the whole family, Fall for [more]
Read MoreGirls Garage shifts into gear this fall with hands-on lessons in car care
August 25, 2026
Girls Garage, the popular Huntsville Parks & Recreation program, is back this fall for three Saturday sessions at a new location at Johnson Legacy 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. Space is limited and registration is required. Participants can choose from three Saturday sessions: Sept. 12, Oct. 10 and Nov. [more]
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