News & Updates
2022 Panoply Arts Festival
April 28, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is assisting with traffic control and road closures for the 2022 Panoply Arts Festival being held Friday, April 29 to Sunday, May 1. In preparation for the event, HPD has closed several streets around Big Spring Park in Downtown Huntsville. The following closures will be in effect through Monday, May 2 at 5 p.m. to allow crews time to break down the event. The northbound and southbound [ more ]
Read MoreMore than a playground, new Kids’ Space will celebrate Huntsville’s past, present and future
April 28, 2022
More than 26 years ago, volunteers came together to build a playground in just six days. Kids’ Space at John Hunt Park quickly became a favorite among Huntsville families. Over the years, numerous repairs have been made to keep the mostly wooden structure open and safe to use. Now, it’s time for a new space, one that preserves the playground’s sense of adventure, while allowing more families to make memories [ more ]
Read MoreCycling the City: Mayor Battle leads annual Bike Ride May 7
April 28, 2022
Tune-up your bicycles, pump up the tires, and make plans to attend the Mayor’s Bike Ride on Saturday, May 7 at 11 a.m. in Downtown Huntsville. Mayor Tommy Battle invites young and old alike to join him for his annual family-friendly, four-mile bike spin around the downtown area’s historic neighborhoods. The ride begins and ends at Church Street in Big Spring Park, in front of the YMCA building. Part of the [ more ]
Read MoreFitness in the Park returns, offering free classes in a fun environment
April 28, 2022
The annual Fitness in the Park program is back for 2022 with new workouts, new energy, and new faces but the same goal – helping everyone discover the fun side of fitness. Mayor Tommy Battle, in collaboration with the City’s Parks and Recreation Department and his Healthy Huntsville initiative, is proud to offer these free one-hour group fitness classes, at 9 a.m. each Saturday in May and June. “Great instructors, a beautiful [ more ]
Read MoreTraffic Safety Checkpoints
April 22, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department D.U.I. Task Force will be conducting Traffic Safety checkpoints this weekend. If you are stopped at a Traffic Safety Checkpoint be prepared to present your driver’s license, proof of insurance, and vehicle tag registration to the officers. The Task Force utilizes data provided by NASO (North Alabama Safety Office) that determines traffic accident hotspots across the city. Right now there are 57 designated hotspots throughout Huntsville and [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Cemetery Department asks for community’s help keeping cemeteries beautiful
April 21, 2022
With spring now in full bloom, more people are visiting loved ones’ graves at City of Huntsville cemeteries. To that end, the City wants to remind people of its guidelines to keep cemeteries looking beautiful all year long. A cemetery maintenance employee cuts down weeds around a headstone at Maple Hill Cemetery. Interim Cemetery Director Tara Sloan said the Cemetery Department has a small staff of 13 full-time workers and a varying [ more ]
Read MoreHundreds of young mountain bikers ready to shred at John Hunt Park
April 21, 2022
The Alabama Interscholastic Cycling League (AICL) will hold its final race of the regular season April 23-24 at the single-track mountain bike trail at John Hunt Park. The race, called ParTee at John Hunt Park, is expected to draw some 3,500 athletes, coaches and spectators from across the state. It is the first major event since the course opened late last year. The 4.1-mile trail features superfast machine-built berms and enough rollers [ more ]
Read MoreHeaded into the workforce? Find the right job at the Senior Sprint Career Fair
April 20, 2022
For high school seniors, the race is almost over. All that’s left are those final steps to graduation day. Diplomas in hand, some students will go on to further their education, while others will enter the workforce. Some remain unsure of their futures. Those not enrolling in a two- or four-year college or university are encouraged to attend the Senior Sprint Career Fair on Tuesday, April 26, from 9:30 a.m. to [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville to celebrate Earth Day with free event at Hays Nature Preserve
April 19, 2022
Free, family-friendly fun is coming to Hays Nature Preserve at 7153 U.S. 431 South, this weekend in observance of Earth Day. The City of Huntsville’s Operation Green Team invites the public to come celebrate Mother Earth on Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a day of nature-based entertainment and activities for the whole family. “Earth Day is one of our favorite days of the year because it gives [ more ]
Read MoreEggstravaganza to move to Jaycee Community Building at John Hunt Park
April 16, 2022
Due to inclement weather, Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s community-wide Eggstravaganza set for Saturday, April 16, is moving indoors to the Jaycee Community Building at John Hunt Park. All activities, previously set to take place on the soccer fields, will now be held inside the Jaycee Building, 2180 Airport Road, SW. While the location may have changed, the City’s plans for a fun, family-friendly event remain the same. We look forward to welcoming [ more ]
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