Summer has arrived! Whether you need a getaway or fun activities to keep your kids busy this season, North Alabama has you covered! Keep reading to find out some fun activity ideas you can do in the area.
Point Mallard Park
Point Mallard really has it all for each member of your family year-round, but especially during the summer months. Choose to spend time in their large water park, golf course, ice complex, campground, and strike zone!
Check out their website for a list of events:
http://www.pointmallardpark.com/
Rocket City Trash Pandas
Take your crew out to the ballgame! See the area’s very own minor league baseball team at the brand new Toyota Field. Enjoy themes on different days of the week, featuring faith night, dog day, ladies’ night, fireworks spectacular, and more!
See the event schedule and location here:
https://www.milb.com/rocket-city
Land Trust of North Alabama
Take a hike! North Alabama has abundant wildlife to explore and you can find a well-mapped-out guide throughout the Land Trust of North Alabama. Eight public nature
preserves are open from dawn to dusk daily with more than 70 miles of free public trails for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation.
See their website for more information and volunteer opportunities:
https://www.landtrustnal.org/
Stovehouse
Live music weekly, food, and a green space – Stovehouse has it all. Built on the bones of the century-old Martin Stove Factory that was once all work and no play, the reimagined Stovehouse is a destination for eats, drinks, shopping, and leisure. Stovehouse features multiple stages for live music, an exciting event center, a diverse selection of eats and treats, and Gas Light Alley – an eclectic venue for retail shopping.
Check out their website for specific event dates and times:
https://www.stovehouse.com/
Ditto Landing
You can’t think of summer in the south without spending some time at the lake. Located on the Tennessee River at the southern edge of Huntsville, Alabama this marina is nestled in lush greenery and surrounded by serene mountain foothills. Whether you arrive by land or water there is no mistaking the beauty and serenity of Ditto Landing. Bass, bream, and catfish are plentiful in the sparkling waters where sailboats and yachts cruise side by side. Along with water recreation, Ditto Landing plays host to many special events throughout the year.
Family-friendly activities available at Ditto Landing include boating, camping, fishing, hiking/walking, picnicking, and cycling.
See their website for all the details:
https://www.dittolanding.org/
