Parks & Recreation Month
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month this July with a variety of fun and exciting events for the entire family.
Parks & Recreation Department is celebrating the power of connection, play, community, nature and well-being. Parks & Recreation Month will feature events and programs throughout July that recognize the power of recreation.
Rec & Read: July 8
Huntsville Parks & Recreation and the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library are teaming up for fun. This free event for children ages 7 and under is Wednesday, July 8, at Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center. There will be interactive storytelling in the library from 10-11 a.m. Children can enjoy popsicles, crafts and recreational play from 11-noon.
Color Jam Family Fun Run & Walk: July 11
Mark your calendar for this free, untimed family fun run/walk at John Hunt Park on Saturday, July 11, from 9-11 a.m. Get doused with colored powder throughout the course. Also enjoy giveaways, a DJ and concessions for purchase. Participants are encouraged to wear white with neon accessories to show off their color. Registration and check-ins open at 8 a.m. and the run/walk begins at 9 a.m.
Tie-Dye in July: July 17
Children ages 12 and under are invited to enjoy a morning of tie-dying, popsicles and fun on Thursday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Brahan Spring Park pavilion. Bring a white T-shirt or similar item to dye. All other supplies will be provided. Cool off at EveryBody Can Play Splash Pad.
Splish Splash Bash: July 25
As the summer heats up, children ages 3-5 can cool down at the Splish Splash Bash. Join Parks & Recreation on Friday, July 24, from 1-3 p.m. at the EveryBody Can Play Splash Pad at Brahan Spring Park for popsicles, crafts and lively music. Children must be accompanied by an adult to ensure a safe and fun experience.
Light Up the Night: July 31
Let’s glow! Parks & Recreation will host “Light Up the Night” at Big Spring Park on Friday, July 31, from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy music, lights, dancing and more glow party fun at this free, family-friendly event. Free party favors for kids while supplies last.
When:
July 2026
Where:
Big Spring Park: 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
Brahan Spring Park: 2135 Drake Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
John Hunt Park: 2151 Airport Rd, Huntsville, AL
Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center, 3011 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, AL 35810.
For additional information:
Visit the city of Huntsville or the Huntsville Parks & Rec Facebook page.
