HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – In July, the City of Huntsville will host the “Build Together, Play Together” celebration for National Parks and Recreation Month.
The theme of “Build Together, Play Together” highlights the importance of parks and recreation within the community.
“Building recreational areas and opportunities for play demonstrates our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our residents,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “The City’s Parks & Recreation Department continues to build and develop facilities and programs that cater to the community’s needs, ensuring that people of all ages have access to resources that promote health, wellness, and a whole lot of fun.”
The city stated that in the last 10 years, they have emphasized parks, recreational facilities and greenways. Recent projects include Apollo Park, renovations at Huntsville Aquatics Center and Brahan Spring Park, and enhancements to the sand volleyball facility and Stoner skate park.
Parks and Rec month will feature events and programs throughout July to bring the community together to “recognize the joy of recreation.” You can find a list of events below:
- Tie-Dye in July
- Thursday, July 3, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Kids 12 and up are invited to a tie-dye party at the Brahan Spring Park pavilion! Bring a white t-shirt (or similar item to dye). Popsicles will be provided, and you can cool off at EveryBody Can Play Splash Pad.
- Splish Splash Bash
- Wednesday, July 9, 9-11 a.m.
- Children can cool down at the EveryBody Can Play Splash Pad at Brahan Spring Park with popsicles, crafts and lively music.
- Color Jam Family Fun Run & Walk
- Saturday, July 12, 8-11 a.m.
- Get doused with colored powder and slime throughout this free, untimed family fun run/walk at John Hunt Park. There will also be giveaways, a dance party and concessions for purchase. Participants are encouraged to wear white.
- Rec & Read
- Wednesday, July 16, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
- Huntsville Parks & Recreation and the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library are teaming up for this free event for children ages 4-7 at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center. There will be interactive storytelling, popsicles, games and inflatables.
- Light Up the Night
- Friday, July 25, 6-9 p.m.
- Enjoy music, lights, dancing and more glow party fun at “Light Up the Night” at Big Spring Park East. It is a free, family-friendly event. Free party favors for kids while supplies last.
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