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Celebrate July 4 downtown: What to know before you go

July 1, 2026 Click to view Celebrate July 4 downtown: What to know before you go

The City of Huntsville is excited to welcome residents and visitors downtown on Saturday, July 4, for an afternoon and evening of patriotic fun celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. in Big Spring Park and conclude with the American Eras Parade and a spectacular fireworks display. Plan your day Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, explore downtown shops and restaurants and enjoy a full slate of family-friendly activities before [more]

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City of Huntsville offices to close for observation of Independence Day

June 30, 2026 Click to view City of Huntsville offices to close for observation of Independence Day

City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, July 3, to observe Independence Day. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will not be affected, and Huntsville Transit will continue normal operations on Friday. Animal Services will also be closed on Saturday, July 4, as well as Huntsville Transit. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, July 6. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as [more]

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Final construction phase of Sandra Moon Community Complex nearing completion

June 26, 2026 Click to view Final construction phase of Sandra Moon Community Complex nearing completion

The work is continuing in the final construction phase of the Sandra Moon Community Complex and the ribbon cutting is only weeks away. The site of the former Grissom High School at 7901 Bailey Cove Rd. already includes the South Huntsville Public Library and outdoor athletic venues and will soon provide a new home for Arts Huntsville and expanded recreational spaces on the south end of the campus. “This last phase opens [more]

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With fun events throughout July, Huntsville celebrates Park and Recreation Month 2026

June 25, 2026 Click to view With fun events throughout July, Huntsville celebrates Park and Recreation Month 2026

Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month in July with a variety of fun and exciting events for the entire family. The month’s theme of “The Power Of” recognizes how parks and recreation brings people together, supports health and well-being and builds stronger, more connected communities. Throughout July, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department is celebrating the power of connection, play, community, nature and well-being. “Quality of life is one of the many reasons [more]

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Registration opens soon for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s After-School Programs

June 24, 2026 Click to view Registration opens soon for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s After-School Programs

Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s After-School Programs opens Monday, June 29, at 8 a.m. through Parks & Recreation’s online registration platform. The popular programs are offered Monday-Friday from 2:30-6 p.m. at select community and recreation centers throughout the academic year for students in grades 1-6. Parks & Recreation’s After-School Programs offer positive activities within a safe, secure and enriching environment. The programs include educational and recreation activities geared to the interests [more]

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Additional Information

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

A large group of people of various ages run down a city street during a colorful fun‑run event, their white shirts covered in bright paint powder. A starting archway and trees line the background. Bold text at the top reads “Huntsville Parks & Recreation,” and text at the bottom reads “Summer Program Guide 2026.”