As the weather warms up and flowers bloom, there are so many fun things to do this spring in Huntsville! From outdoor festivals to scavenger hunts, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are 5 Huntsville spring events guaranteed to make your spring a blast: Enjoy the magic of neon lights, rides and cotton candy at the Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair. Details Celebrate all things Harry Potter at EarlyWorks with themed crafts, Quidditch, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt during Mischief Managed. Details Check out the Southeast’s premier arts weekend at Panoply. Details Cheer on the bravery of two ..read more

Spring is here! I love seeing the flowers blooming and hearing the birds tweeting. And with the flowers and birds, there is something else that is here.  New books. I’ve partnered again with The Snail on the Wall, Huntsville’s local independent bookstore and sponsor of the Rocket City Mom Virtual Book Club, to share seven reads that we are really excited about, releasing in the months of March through May.     The Hunter by Tana French If you like mystery and you love a good detective series, then stories surrounding Cal Hooper, a former member of the Chicago PD who moves t ..read more

Remember voting? That thing we seem to have spent the last several years talking about? Well, here’s your chance to cast a vote that we guarantee will be less contentious and more fun (and super easy). Why can’t we all just vote from our phones for everything? It’s 2024!!! Do You Have Two Minutes to Help a Local Business? The ease of voting is just the start, what makes this ballot really special is how much it helps our small local businesses. An award from us might not be as cool as elected office but the businesses who are nominated, and especially those who win, get added attention, and br ..read more

This weekend is looking bright! Find our top picks below or check out our full event calendar for even more Huntsville weekend family fun! This post is updated weekly with current family-friendly events and republished on a monthly basis.   Click here to see the weather this Huntsville Weekend Free & Cheap Family Fun Have an upbeat weekend with the Basic Hand Drum Workshop. Details Pick out the perfect new-to-you treasure at the Hampton Cove Yard Sale. Details Give our planet some TLC at Earth Month Kickoff Cleanup Day. Details Show off your craft skills at Home Depot Kids Work ..read more

Spring has sprung and the Rocket City is blooming with special events and activities for families. With so many opportunities, events and spring festivals, it can be a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry, as always Rocket City Mom has your back! Here we’ve listed 23 family-friendly special events happening in April that have nothing to do with eggs or bunnies but everything to do with making memories with your kids. Plus 8 of these are completely FREE! Reminder, if you haven’t already, be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter delivering all this fun straight to your inbox every Thursday mor ..read more

Summer is a great time for kids to explore new interests or seek out challenging experiences, and summer camps offer the ideal environment for these adventures. Our 2024 Summer Camp Guide is full of such options and we encourage you to look it over fully. Filled with more than 100 camps that cover the full spectrum of activities (arts, sports, education, day/overnight, and volunteer options) the camp guide is a great place to start planning your summer. As great as it is, summer camp can also get expensive especially when you have more than one kid. As fellow parents, we understand. Which is w ..read more

Yes, you can do prom or homecoming on a budget and still have the formal event of your dreams! Homecoming in Huntsville can get expensive pretty fast, but we’ve got some great ideas on how to save money without compromising your teen’s special night. Money-Saving Prom & Homecoming Tips Shop for dresses in the off-season and get a better deal. A great time of year to do that is right after prom season, in June or July. The same dress that was hundreds of dollars in April will be on clearance in the summertime! Start a dress swap with friends from other schools. Why not start your own formal ..read more

Happy Spring Break! Find our top picks below or check out our full event calendar for even more Huntsville weekend family fun! This post is updated weekly with current family-friendly events and republished on a monthly basis.   Click here to see the weather this Huntsville Weekend Free & Cheap Family Fun Grab for your basket for one of the many Easter Egg Hunts in North Alabama. Details Have a shamrockin’ good time at the St. Patricks Day Parade… Details … and then keep the fun going at the Post Parade Family Day. Details Check out the talents of over 100 crafters at NEACA Spr ..read more

Ready to frolic? There are so many spring events in Huntsville and North Alabama that we guarantee your family is going to be busy. Just click on a tab and see all the events happening that month! Don’t see what you’re looking for on this list, be sure to check out our full 2024 Spring Activities Guide sponsored by the North Alabama Railroad Museum. Spring Festivals & Special Events in Huntsville & North Alabama Pi Day Party Time: Thu 14th @ 4:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Mathnasuim of Huntsville More Info Pi Day, math's biggest day of the year, is just around the corner, and we ..read more

Spring & Summer are a great time for road trips and you don’t have to go far from home to discover many wonderful touristy treats. Over the last few years we’ve been sending area writers out to “test drive” these day trips from Huntsville (with kids in tow of course) and they’ve come back and shared their thoughts, tips, and recommendations. Below are several (plus a few bonus trips!) of our favorite such articles. The next time your family has a free 24 hours and a full tank of gas, why not hop in the car and seek out a bit of adventure? 1. Rattlesnake Saloon in Muscle Shoals 2. Ivy ..read more