Category: Parks & Recreation
POSTPONED: Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites community to ‘Light Up the Night’ at Big Spring Park
July 18, 2023
UPDATE: Huntsville Parks & Recreation‘s “Light Up the Night” has been POSTPONED due to the threat of inclement weather. A rescheduled date will be announced soon. Big Spring Park East will get a “glow up” Friday, July 21, from 6-9 p.m. during “Light Up the Night,” a first-time event hosted by Huntsville Parks & Recreation. The free rain-or-shine event is one of several scheduled this month in celebration of Parks & Recreation [ more ]
Read MoreSummer fun for everyone: Huntsville celebrates Parks & Recreation Month
June 30, 2023
July is Parks and Recreation Month, and the City of Huntsville is celebrating with a lineup of special events. Now in its 38th year, the national observance recognizes the role parks and recreation professionals play in bringing people together, providing essential services and fostering community growth. Where Community Grows The 2023 theme “Where Community Grows” reflects the many ways Huntsville Parks & Recreation builds stronger, healthier communities through facilities, programs and services. [ more ]
Read MoreThe Legacy Continues: Legacy Park creates environment of community fun, fitness in North Huntsville
June 28, 2023
The City of Huntsville opened Legacy Park today with a ribbon-cutting and community celebration. The $4.6 million park, located near 6000 Cecil Fain Drive, completes the reimagining of the former J.O. Johnson High School which closed in 2016. “From the start, our goal has been to honor the legacy of the J.O. Johnson Jaguars, while creating a neighborhood where people want to live, play, and raise their families,” said Mayor Tommy [ more ]
Read MoreOpening of new park in North Huntsville celebrates past, present and future
June 16, 2023
Legacy Park will officially open to the public at 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 28 with a community party and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The $4.6 million park completes the reimagining of the former J.O. Johnson High School campus. Located adjacent to Johnson Legacy Center, it offers the community a large green space, modern playground, plaza, and two pavilions, including an entertainment pavilion with terraced seating. Legacy Park is also home to the City’s second [ more ]
Read MoreMartin Road recreation center one step closer to reality
June 8, 2023
A new recreation center in West Huntsville will soon be under design. The Huntsville City Council has approved a $476,250 contract with William M. Boehme & Associates Architects for the facility on Martin Road. A previous agreement authorized the purchase of approximately five acres of land on Martin Road just west of the intersection with Zeirdt Road. Huntsville Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett said it’s exciting to see the much-anticipated project [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation recognized with $70,000 grant for youth mentoring program
June 8, 2023
Huntsville Parks & Recreation is the recipient of a prestigious youth mentoring grant from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The $70,000 award is made possible by the U.S. Department of Justice and runs through September 2025. In announcing the grant, the NRPA noted parks and recreation professionals are among the largest providers of youth development services, reaching more than 40 million children annually. The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation [ more ]
Read MoreCatch the excitement at the 39th annual Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo
May 31, 2023
Enjoy a morning of free fishing and the chance to win dozens of special prizes at the Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo. The annual event for ages 6-12 returns to Brahan Spring Park North Lagoon on Saturday, June 3. With the support of Buster’s Bait and Tackle and nearly two-dozen other generous community partners, the lagoon will be stocked with 250 pounds of catfish. Twenty-five fish will be tagged for prizes. [ more ]
Read MoreMeek Greenway set to provide key connection from Alabama A & M to Sparkman Drive
May 30, 2023
There are 42 miles of active greenways across the City of Huntsville with another nine miles in development. These park-like ribbons of connectivity provide urban neighborhoods with a multitude of benefits that improve quality of life. “Our greenways are designed for people to walk, jog or bike,” said Tommy Battle, Mayor of Huntsville. “By giving our residents safe transportation alternatives, we are creating a healthier, more vibrant and sustainable place to [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day
May 24, 2023
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 30. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 29-June 2. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open [ more ]
Read MoreDesigning the future at Huntsville’s “Central Park,” new recreation center comes into focus
May 24, 2023
Plans are moving forward for the new 53,000-square-foot John Hunt Park Recreation Center. The new facility will be located north of Joe W. Davis Stadium on about 8.5 acres. A highlight for many will be 16 outdoor, lighted pickleball courts. The courts include a pavilion and will be designed for competitive play, including tournaments. “Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country, and we’ve certainly seen that reflected in Huntsville,” said Mayor [ more ]
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