Know before you go: Huntsville prepares for action-packed weekend, April 25-27
Published on April 22, 2025
Know Before You Go!
Huntsville is gearing up for a BIG weekend packed with downtown fun from April 25-27. With the popular Panoply Arts Festival and multiple events at the Von Braun Center (VBC), the City has a plan to help visitors navigate downtown with ease.
To make your experience smooth and stress-free, the City has created a Know Before You Go webpage with everything you need to plan your visit, including parking maps, free shuttle options, walking distances and road closures. Visit HuntsvilleAL.gov/downtown-event-parking for all the details.
“There is plenty of available parking, and we want to ensure the public knows where these garages and lots are located – and how to get in and out of town with ease,” said John Ashburn, Parking Services Manager.
Traffic & Parking Info
- Use the Jefferson/Washington Street exit off I-565 to access downtown.
- Huntsville Police will manage traffic throughout the weekend. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and give themselves plenty of time to park and walk.
- Check out the online map for parking options
Street Closures (Full or Partial):
- Williams Avenue westbound lane (between Church St. and Dr. Joseph Lowery Blvd)
- Monroe Street northbound lane (between Williams Ave and Clinton Ave)
- Church Street (from Huntsville Museum of Art to Garage M, 100 Church St.)
Free Shuttle Service
To make parking even easier, Huntsville Transit will offer FREE shuttles to and from event venues. Buses run every 15 minutes.
Shuttle Hours:
- Friday, April 25: 2–10 p.m. (Route 1)
- Saturday, April 26: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
- Sunday, April 27: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Free Parking + Shuttle Routes
Plan ahead and enjoy the weekend!