2026 Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide™

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Welcome to the Rocket City! Like no other place in the United States, the Greater Huntsville area offers a thriving economy driven by the growth of aerospace, biotech, defense systems, information technology, advanced manufacturing, flourishing tourism, and a community that enjoys the benefits of a low cost of living, booming arts and culture, top-tier attractions, unparalleled outdoor pursuits, and a high quality of life.

In fact, U.S. News & World Report has named Huntsville as a best place to live in the United States for three consecutive years given its diverse economy, premier educational institutions, quality of life, affordability, and job opportunities. In 2025, Livability ranked Huntsville as one of the top places to live, and CBRE – the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm – ranked Huntsville as the No. 1 market in North America for up-and-

coming tech talent. Adding to these accolades, Fast Company ranked the city among the most innovative for achieving remarkable success in all sectors of the economy.

Given competitive labor costs, economic incentives, and a friendly business environment, the Greater Huntsville area has been a huge draw for many companies, with 47 Fortune 500 companies operating in Huntsville. Using the latest reports available, real GDP growth has been 1.5 to 2 times that for the United States.

Over the years, the city has also seen a surge in tech companies drawn to a skilled workforce and research development.

Among others, top employers include Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Leidos, Lockheed Martin, General Electric, and Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin facility. Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center employ approximately 45,000 people, and United Launch Alliance, America’s largest rocket factory, is located in Decatur. In 2026, the U.S. Space Command is slated to move to Huntsville from Colorado Springs.

This economic success can also be traced to the collaboration and joint efforts of government agencies, major corporations, research institutions, and startups. For example, the University of Alabama in Huntsville and Alabama A&M University are key contributors to the region’s advancement in technology and innovation through their advanced degrees in STEM fields. Startups are actively supported by incubators and accelerators.

Not surprisingly, Huntsville is the most populous city in the state of Alabama with 249,000 residents. Since the 2020 census, the city of Huntsville has seen its population increase by 16%, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

A big draw for new residents living in the Greater Huntsville area is its cost of living, which is 9% lower than the national

average. According to U.S. News & World Report, the median housing cost is nearly 20% lower than the national average.

Adding to the appeal of the area, visitors and residents are treated to a wide range of outdoor experiences. Sprawling greenways, nature preserves, serene waterfronts, and state and neighborhood parks offer biking and hiking trails, caverns and caves, water adventures, and outdoor sport activities of all kinds.

In Huntsville, a vibrant arts scene has transformed the Rocket City into one of the Southeast’s most exciting arts destinations. In addition to permanent fixtures like the Huntsville Museum of Art, concerts, festivals, and arts-centric events take place year-round. Collectively, they have been a driving force behind the attraction of new businesses, a skilled workforce, and visitors.

Residents and visitors also enjoy a thriving food and drink scene. From Southern comfort foods to delicious international fare, casual to white-tablecloth dining, exquisite coffees, finely crafted beers, and innovative drinks, the Greater Huntsville area provides the best of all culinary experiences.

What’s more, Huntsville residents are able to take advantage of excellent schools, upscale shopping destinations, exceptional healthcare, and award-winning senior care facilities.

The appeal of the city and its attractions have fueled tourism and its growth. According to a recent report, nearly 4 million people visited Madison County and had a $2.4 billion impact on the local economy.

So come join us! Choose Huntsville™ for your business, home, retirement, or getaway. This publication has everything you need to know – and more – about our beautiful city and the surrounding area. You can also view Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide™ online at ChooseHuntsville.com. We look forward to welcoming you to Huntsville soon!

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First Horizon (NYSE: FHN), with $83.2 billion in assets as of September 30, 2025, is a leading regional financial services company, serving clients for over 161 years. The bank is dedicated to helping clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, First Horizon operates in 12 states across the Southern U.S. The company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation’s best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and as a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. In the Huntsville market, First Horizon has been serving clients for 15 years with the same proven management team.

Community involvement is central to First Horizon’s mission. Huntsville associates serve on 17 local boards and deliver financial literacy education across the community. The bank supports more than 30 nonprofits – from grassroots initiatives to major institutions, including Huntsville Hospital, HEALS, the Huntsville Botanical Garden, the Huntsville Museum of American Art, and the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra. Its ongoing investment in the arts continues Wernher von Braun’s vision of a vibrant, culturally rich and innovative Huntsville.

With approximately 400 banking centers sharing the First Horizon brand, clients and communities are seeing the benefit from products, services and core values that are shared wherever they go. In Huntsville, First Horizon operates three banking centers –Downtown, Mayfair and Madison – with online banking providing another layer of accessibility for customers.

With recent market disruptions in the industry, one of First Horizon’s best assets is its cohesive and tenured team. The Huntsville team has worked together for 15 years, delivering consistent strategy and execution for clients. First Horizon also offers a local advantage, having built deep relationships within Huntsville to provide timely insights and identify market opportunities. Combining this continuity with connectivity helps First Horizon clients make informed decisions and accelerate outcomes.

“Our commitment to clients is unparalleled,” concludes Eric Sanders, market president. “With First Horizon, you get the best of both worlds – ‘big bank muscle with small bank hustle.’ We can compete with any of the larger institutions in terms of products and services, but we have the agility and service levels of a smaller bank, able to make decisions and complete deals quickly.”

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Banking

Inspired by the economic success of Madison County, Alabama, and its neighboring cities, the local banking landscape is experiencing significant growth and innovation. At the same time, individuals and businesses alike can rely on the area’s financial institutions for all of their money management needs.

A range of national, regional, and local banks and credit unions are available to serve customers in and around Huntsville. These institutions offer a variety of products and services – everything from checking and savings accounts to mortgage and business loans – to meet the needs of customers. Meanwhile, banks are prioritizing client relationships, helping each individual meet their financial goals.

In order to best serve customers, major banks are expanding their presence in the area, while others are merging or acquiring to broaden their presence and increase their share of the banking market. Chase Bank made a splash when it entered the Huntsville market in 2023, while Local Bank – headquartered in Tuscaloosa – opened its newest branch in Huntsville in 2024. Cincinnatibased Fifth Third Bank opened its first financial center in Huntsville in late 2025, with Bank of America to follow within the year. Bank47 announced in February of 2025 that it will establish headquarters in Huntsville.

enhance the customer experience. The emergence of online-only banks and fintech companies is challenging traditional banks to adapt and innovate their service models. These companies often leverage technology to offer services like online loan applications with AI assistance, faster funding processes, and streamlined operations.

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Built in 1833 to house the Tennessee Valley branch of the state bank, Decatur’s Old State Bank is the oldest standing bank building in Alabama. The building has been used as a Union army hospital, boardinghouse, civic meeting space, and now a historic site museum.

Pinnacle Financial Partners and Synovus are expected to officially complete their merger in 2026. The merger of FB Financial Corporation – the parent company of FirstBank – and Southern States Bank will expand FirstBank’s presence in Alabama, including the Greater Huntsville market.

To further create more convenient banking experiences, the banking industry is focused on advancing technology. Financial institutions are investing in AI, automation, and advanced data analytics to improve efficiency, manage risks, and

Among other advancing enhanced technological services, Bank Independent has constructed a 95,000-square-foot, state-of-theart operations center in Muscle Shoals and has been actively implementing digital solutions for loan processing and customer interaction. Synovus has invested in improving its online and mobile banking platforms, “My Synovus” and “Synovus Gateway,” to offer 24/7 access, mobile check deposit, bill payment, fund transfers, and features like Touch ID and Face ID for secure login.

Recognizing the need for personalized services, banks are aiming to find a balance between digital and in-person services. Many institutions are focusing on tailored services for individuals and businesses, integrating technology with personalized banking, such as concierge banking.

Across the region, trusted banks that have been serving the Greater Huntsville area for generations continue to serve their patrons. Among these are Bank Independent, founded in Leighton, Alabama, in 1947; First National Bank of Huntsville, chartered in 1889 and later evolving into Regions Bank; and Redstone Federal Credit Union, established to serve employees of the Redstone Arsenal in 1951.

256.967.4700 | BANK-47.COM

Bank47 is a financial institution that offers personalized banking services to individuals and businesses. With its headquarters in Huntsville, Bank47 strives to redefine the banking experience through its concierge model, which combines advanced technology with customized service.

Bank Independent

256.386.5000 | BIBANK.COM

Named one of the best companies to work for in 2024 by Business Alabama magazine, Bank Independent provides exceptional banking services across the Huntsville metro area. With roots tracing back to 1947, Bank Independent now employs over 650 local team members while remaining a closely held, independent, and high-performing organization.

Bryant Bank

855.427.9268 | BRYANTBANK.COM

Founded in 2005, Bryant Bank operates 18 branches located in five of the six largest metropolitan markets in the state of Alabama: Huntsville, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Mobile, and Baldwin County. Bryant offers personal, business, and mortgage banking services as well as treasury management services, correspondent banking, and capital markets.

Cadence Bank

256.532.2690 | CADENCEBANK.COM

Founded in 1876, Cadence Bank fosters a workplace where teammates thrive and communities prosper. The bank offers checking, savings, CDs, loans, lines of credit, and wealth management solutions for personal and business customers. Cadence Bank was one of “America’s Best Large Employers in 2025” according to Forbes, as well as a Forbes “Best-in-State Bank 2025” for the state of Mississippi.

CB&S Bank

877.332.1710 | CBSBANK.COM

CB&S Bank is a leading community bank that opened in 1906 in Russellville, Alabama. Today with $2.8 billion in assets, the bank has nearly 600 employees at its 56 locations spread across Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi,

and Tennessee. In July 2025, CB&S Bank was named “Best Performing Bank in Alabama” and ranked No. 16 nationally by American Banker in the $2B to $10B asset category.

Chase

938.227.6860 | CHASE.COM

Chase is a prominent financial service provider serving millions of people with a broad range of products. Through its website, customers can manage their accounts, view statements, monitor activity, pay bills, or transfer funds securely. Chase operates one branch with a 24-hour ATM in Huntsville.

Citizens Bank & Trust (Decatur)

256.505.4600 | CITIZENSBANKTRUST.COM

Citizens Bank & Trust is locally owned and North Alabama-based. Customers enjoy a wide array of excellent banking products and services, plus online and mobile banking to keep finances in order with secure, convenient solutions. Since opening its doors in 2003, Citizens Bank & Trust has grown

to include branches in Albertville, Arab, Cullman, Guntersville, Hazel Green, New Hope, Elkmont, and Rogersville.

EvaBank

844.382.2265 | EVABANK.COM

A locally owned and independently operated community bank, EvaBank serves North Alabama families and businesses. Whether a customer is getting started, getting restarted, or financing a property, EvaBank offers lending solutions to help customers reach their financial goals, from flexible mortgage options to personal and business loans. EvaBank also offers everyday banking solutions with deposit programs, mobile and online banking, and convenient ATMs.

Fifth Third Bank

256.988.9374 | 53.COM

New to the Huntsville area, Cincinattibased Fifth Third Bank has over a thousand full-service locations across the country and a history dating back to 1858. Fifth Third Bank has all the personal banking solutions to suit the needs of its customers.

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FirstBank

256.801.9543 | FIRSTBANKONLINE.COM

With headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee, FirstBank currently has 93 full-service branch locations in states including Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, Georgia, and North Carolina, along with mortgage operations across the Southeast. With a five-star, superior rating from BauerFinancial, FirstBank has the resources to provide a comprehensive variety of financial services and products. FirstBank has an asset size of $16 billion as of July 1, 2025.

First Horizon Bank

256.519.4340 | FIRSTHORIZON.COM

First Horizon Bank is a regional financial services company with a history of strength and stability. The bank has been serving customers and communities for over 160 years, offering commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage services.

First Jackson Bank

256.539.6743 | FIRSTJACKSONBANK.COM

With six convenient offices in northeastern Alabama and southeastern Tennessee, First Jackson Bank takes pride in its checking/ savings accounts, CDs and IRAs, personal and commercial loans, debit cards, 24-hour ATM network, telephone/online banking, bill pay, and its courteous customer service.

First Metro Bank (Athens)

256.386.0600 | FIRSTMETRO.COM

First Metro Bank is a full-service community bank in North Alabama with 11 locations, including two in Athens. The FDICinsured bank offers a range of financial services including business loans, savings accounts, and mortgages. For the third year in a row, American Banker featured First Metro Bank as one of its “Best Banks to Work For 2025.”

First National Bank

256.532.2279 | FNBFORYOU.COM

First National Bank is a full-service financial institution that offers checking and savings accounts, online and mobile banking, mortgages, auto loans, business loans, and more. It has 13 branches throughout Tennessee and Alabama.

First State Bank of the South (Athens)

256.724.3535 | FSBSOUTH.COM

First State Bank of the South is a community-focused bank that operates five branches across Alabama, with its main office located in Sulligent. The bank offers various financial services, including personal and business banking, loans, and debit card services. In 2023, the bank celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding and continues to serve the financial needs of its customers.

Local Bank

256.380.5033 | MYLOCAL.BANK

Serving the communities of Huntsville, Red Level, and Tuscaloosa, Local Bank is a community-centered financial institution committed to serving its customers with integrity, personal attention, and trusted expertise. The bank offers a full range of banking services, including everyday checking and savings accounts, high-interest deposit options, and personal, home, and business loans. Additionally, Local Bank’s website offers convenient tools and secure online banking.

Merit Bank

256.692.8700 | MERITBANK.COM

Merit Bank is a full-service commercial bank chartered in Alabama and headquartered in Huntsville. The bank focuses on delivering local community bank service and best-in-class banking technology. The bank offers commercial, consumer, and private banking services, along with treasury management and electronic banking, as well as agricultural and home mortgage lending.

North Alabama Bank

256.828.9500 | NORTHALABAMABANK.COM

North Alabama Bank is a state-chartered, FDIC-insured bank based in Hazel Green, Alabama. The bank operates four branches in Alabama. North Alabama Bank offers personal and business banking services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, and online banking.

Nova Bank

256.800.6682 | NOVA.BANK

Nova Bank is a full-service financial institution serving customers in the Huntsville area. A startup community bank that received its charter in January of 2024, Nova offers a banking relationship that fosters economic growth and helps to ensure that the financial resources of the local community are put to work on their behalf.

Peoples Bank of Alabama

256.864.5150 | PEOPLESBANKAL.COM

Peoples Bank of Alabama delivers exceptional service in North and Central Alabama including the Tennessee Valley Region of Madison and Morgan counties. It offers state-of-the-art financial products and services to consumers and businesses alike. Peoples Bank of Alabama is a trusted community bank that has been recognized on the Forbes list of “America’s Best-in-State Banks” for four years running.

Pinnacle Financial Partners

256.809.1600 | PNFP.COM

Pinnacle Financial Partners provides a full range of banking, investment, trust, mortgage, and insurance products and services designed for businesses and their owners and individuals interested in a comprehensive relationship with their financial institution. American Banker has recognized Pinnacle as one of America’s “Best Banks to Work For” for 12 years in a row, and Pinnacle is No. 9 on Fortune magazine’s 2025 list of “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

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PNC

888.762.2265 | PNC.COM

From construction loans to deposit accounts, Wendi Brake can guide you every step of the way. Call Wendi at 256.258.1072 in Madison, Alabama today to learn more!

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, with assets of $559 billion as of June 30, 2025. PNC is a coast-to-coast franchise with an extensive retail branch network and a presence in all of the country’s 30 largest markets. With roots going back to 1865, PNC provides retail banking, corporate and institutional banking, and asset management to individuals, institutions, and businesses of all sizes.

Premier Bank of the South

256.461.8026 | PREMIERBANKOFTHESOUTH.COM

Spanning nearly four decades as a locally owned and operated hometown bank, Premier Bank of the South strives to provide the most up-to-date products and services while always being available for that one-on-one personal banking touch. Premier Bank of the South has nine locations, including one in Huntsville and one in nearby Madison.

Regions Bank

800.734.4667 | REGIONS.COM

Regions Financial Corporation is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management,

and mortgage products and services. Operating more than 1,200 branches across the South, Midwest, and Texas, Regions has both fullservice branches and ATM-only locations in and around Huntsville.

Renasant Bank

877.367.5371 | RENASANTBANK.COM

Founded in 1904 in Lee County, Mississippi, The Peoples Bank & Trust Company – now Renasant Bank – has grown to operate consumer and commercial banking, mortgage, and wealth management offices throughout the Southeast. Renasant currently has approximately $26.6 billion in assets and more than 280 locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Louisiana.

River Bank & Trust

256.384.1203 | RIVERBANKANDTRUST.COM

River Bank & Trust was founded with a mission to provide the community with a locally owned and locally managed financial institution that keeps decision-making close to home and reinvests in the neighbors and businesses served. It is Alabama’s No. 1 community bank by asset size and the third-largest bank headquartered in the state. With more than 350 team members and six regional markets, River Bank & Trust continues to provide safe, sound, and proven financial solutions delivered by local bankers committed to customers’ success.

ServisFirst Bank

866.317.0810 | SERVISFIRSTBANK.COM

Founded in Birmingham, Alabama, ServisFirst Bank is a full-service commercial bank focused on commercial banking, correspondent banking, treasury management, private banking, and the professional consumer market. The bank offers sophisticated treasury management products, internet banking, home mortgage lending, remote deposit express banking, international banking, and highly competitive rates.

SmartBank

256.539.7703 | SMARTBANK.COM

SmartBank operates one full-service branch location in Huntsville, Alabama. Additionally, SmartBank offers a full suite of e-banking products, which allows clients access to their accounts on the go, as well as simple personal checking products and a comprehensive and sophisticated business banking platform.

SouthState Bank

256.564.7600 | SOUTHSTATEBANK.COM

SouthState Bank offers innovative banking solutions, along with the expertise and tools needed to support individuals, businesses, and communities throughout their financial journeys. SouthState has branches across nine states, including Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, Virginia, Tennessee, Colorado, and Texas.

Synovus Bank

888.796.6887 | SYNOVUS.COM

Synovus Bank, a Georgia-chartered, FDIC-insured bank, provides commercial and consumer banking and a full suite of specialized products and services, including wealth services, treasury management, mortgage services, premium finance, asset-based lending, structured lending, capital markets, and international banking. Synovus has branches in Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee.

Truist

844.487.8478 | TRUIST.COM

Truist is a purpose-driven financial services company formed by the historic merger of equals of BB&T and SunTrust. Truist serves clients in a number of high-

growth markets in the country, offering a wide range of financial services through commercial, corporate, and investment banking. A top 10 U.S. commercial bank, Truist is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Trustmark

800.243.2524 | TRUSTMARK.COM

Trustmark was founded in 1889 in Jackson, Mississippi, to serve the financial needs of customers and communities. Today, the bank proudly serves customers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas in over 170 locations, along with a vast network of ATMs and ITMs throughout the Southeast.

United Community

800.822.2651 | UCBI.COM

United Community believes in combining top-of-the-line financial solutions with

award-winning satisfaction for its customers. The bank has convenient ATMs and branches throughout Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, Florida, and Alabama. In the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study, United Community ranked No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction for Retail Banking in the Southeast Region.

Wells Fargo Bank

WELLSFARGO.COM

As a leading middle-market banking provider, Wells Fargo provides a diversified set of banking, investment, and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth and Investment Management.

CREDIT UNIONS

Alabama Credit Union

888.817.2002 | ALABAMACU.COM

Founded in 1956, Alabama Credit Union remains a people-driven organization that exists to serve its members, support its team members and their families, and enhance the local community. The members-only institution has 38 locations across Alabama and North Florida.

Avadian Credit Union

888.282.3426 | AVADIANCU.COM

For more than 90 years, Avadian Credit Union has been offering dedicated financial services to its members. It now serves more than 85,000 members and manages more than $1.4 billion in assets, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. Avadian maintains a vast network of ATMs for its members to access their accounts and perform financial transactions on the go, while also offering online, mobile, and 24-hour telephone banking.

Family Security Credit Union

256.340.2000 | MYFSCU.COM

Family Security Credit Union is a financial institution serving members in Alabama.

Membership is available to individuals who live, work, worship, or attend school in the counties served across the state, as well as those who are related to existing members. Financial services offered include checking and savings accounts, loans, investments, and credit cards. Loan options include personal loans, home equity lines of credit, and mortgages with competitive interest rates.

Listerhill Credit Union (Athens)

800.239.6033 | LISTERHILL.COM

Listerhill Credit Union is a nonprofit financial cooperative focused on improving lives in the community. As a comprehensive financial institution, Listerhill offers every financial service necessary to improve a member’s life, from savings and loans to credit cards and investment accounts.

Redstone Federal Credit Union

800.234.1234 | REDFCU.ORG

Redstone is a member-owned credit union that offers banking, credit cards, loans, investing, and other financial services. Because Redstone is a not-for-profit financial cooperative, surplus funds go right back to its members. Redstone members also receive exclusive discounts to hundreds

of retailers in Alabama and Tennessee. Redstone currently operates 27 branches throughout the Tennessee Valley.

Rocket City Federal Credit Union

256.533.0541 | ROCKETCITYFCU.ORG

Rocket City FCU is a member-owned financial cooperative that offers accounts, loans, services, and more to its members. The credit union’s main office is located at 2200 Clinton Avenue in Huntsville, with various ATM locations throughout the city.

TVA Community Credit Union (Athens)

256.230.9317 | TVACCU.COM

In 2024, TVA Community Credit Union celebrated its 88th anniversary of serving its members and community. The credit union has 10 locations and over 19,000 members in Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Marshall, and Morgan counties and offers various financial services, including auto loans, mortgages, and HELOCs, at competitive rates.

Business

Home to Fortune 500 companies, high-tech startups, a flourishing arts scene, premier education and research institutions, and a booming tourism industry, Huntsville is considered the economic driver for the North Alabama region. Those looking to invest in the area benefit from a pro-business government, affordable housing, numerous recreational activities, and exceptional quality of life – making Huntsville a great place to do business.

Huntsville is frequently recognized by national publications for its economic growth and thriving industries. According to U.S. News & World Report in 2025, Huntsville was among the top 25 mid-sized cities to live in, with a job market that’s better than the national average. HGTV echoed the sentiment, naming the Rocket City to its “20 Best Mid-Sized Cities in the United States” 2025 list and calling it “a mover and shaker thanks to a highly educated workforce and relatively affordable housing.” In early 2025, the Milken Institute ranked Huntsville No. 4 on its list of “Best Performing Cities;” the report measured cities’ effectiveness at promoting economic growth and access to services needed for higher quality of life. Also in 2025, the city was ranked among the top five U.S. metros for millennials to live and work in by CommercialCafe.

Manufacturing has long been a cornerstone of industry in the Greater Huntsville area. In fact, according to ASmartPlace, the largest sector in the Huntsville Workforce Region (16 counties) is manufacturing, which employs 108,842 individuals. Given its competitive labor costs and abundance of project funding, the City of Huntsville has welcomed a number of big names in the automotive, aerospace, and fabrication industries, among others, and has seen a remarkable amount of foreign investment over the past decade. For example, in 2025, Australian company Titomic

Limited chose Huntsville for its new 59,000-square-foot facility to support advanced production capabilities.

Many of these companies are investing millions in expanding their operations, creating even more jobs in the area. In 2025, Eli Lilly announced that it would be investing $6 billion in a new manufacturing facility that will create 450 jobs. L3Harris Technologies unveiled its $20 million, 379,000-square-foot rocket motor plant in West Huntsville, while Lockheed Martin opened its $17 million, 17,000-square-foot Hypersonics System Integration Lab at its Huntsville campus. Also in 2025, giant defense contractor Northrop Grumman unveiled its Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC), which features 175,500 square feet of production space in Madison. A year earlier, United Launch Alliance (ULA) cut the ribbon on a $300 million expansion to its rocket facility in nearby Decatur, creating an additional 200 jobs. The largest engine producer in North America, Toyota Alabama added more than 350 jobs in 2024 when it grew its Huntsville plant production capabilities with a $282 million investment.

In addition to manufacturing, other thriving sectors include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, education, information technology, and logistics. Companies like Meta, Adtran, and Amazon have invested heavily in the region.

Two key factors in the success of the Greater Huntsville area are its strategic location and

superior infrastructure. Located in northern Alabama, Huntsville is within a day’s drive of major markets such as Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, and Birmingham. The city is well-served by a robust transportation network, including Interstates 565 and 65, rail connections, and the Port of Huntsville, which features an international airport and foreign trade zone. This logistical strength allows companies to efficiently ship products, access suppliers, and serve clients both regionally and globally. In neighboring Decatur, the Port of Decatur is one of the busiest ports on the Tennessee River with access to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Strong support for startups and small businesses is provided by a number of entities in the Greater Huntsville area. Huntsville’s business-friendly ecosystem is bolstered by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, which provides resources including networking events, economic insights, and licensing guidance. Local incubators such as The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship, as well as nonprofits like Rocket City Innovator, provide coaching, collaboration, funding, and more to help startups and small businesses launch and scale. Additionally, national venture capital firm gener8tor powers several accelerators in the area including gBETA Huntsville and HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator.

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The City of Huntsville was named in Fast Company ’s 2025 list of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” earning a spot in the Economic Development category. The list featured businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy.

Beyond its reputation for innovation and economic opportunity, Huntsville’s vibrant arts and culture play an essential role in shaping the business landscape. In 2015, Huntsville/Madison County participated in Arts and Economic Prosperity 5, an economic impact study that showed nonprofit arts and culture organizations contributed $89.9 million to the economy that year. The arts have been staunchly supported by Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle throughout his terms in office, leading to commissioned large-scale public art installations, the creation of the Huntsville Music Board and Huntsville Music Office, and more – attracting both new visitors to the area and new businesses.

Benefiting from its burgeoning arts scene and nationally acclaimed attractions, tourism has also played a large part in the area’s success. The tourism sector comprises 23,091 jobs in Madison County, which brought in more than $2.4 billion in revenue in 2024. This is great news for residents as well as those employed by the tourism industry – as a result of travel expenditures, every household in Huntsville/Madison County saved more than $1,300 in taxes that year. To better accommodate visitors, such as the 2.8 million guests who stayed overnight in hotels in 2024, Huntsville is experiencing a surge in hotel development, with half a dozen projects under construction and several more in final planning. Forecasts predict that Huntsville’s future economic growth will continue to outpace that of the United States. Across the Greater Huntsville area, business leaders in conjunction with academia, community leaders, and government officials remain dedicated to creating one of the most attractive locations in the country for work and play.

Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association

645 WYNN DR., STE. 5440, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35816

256.278.8299 | AUTOMOTIVEALABAMA.ORG

The goal of the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) is to help the automotive manufacturing industry thrive and to champion initiatives that provide opportunities for the success of companies big and small. The association leads conversations that make an impact and drives innovative ideas forward with a collaborative, visionary mindset. AAMA is also dedicated to workforce development efforts needed to build a pipeline of highly skilled, educated workers and partners with organizations to stimulate job creation and programs for student scholarships, internships, and on-the-job training.

Athens-Limestone Association of REALTORS®

519 U.S. HWY. 72, ATHENS, AL 35611

256.233.7722 | ATHENSALABAMAREALTORS.COM

The Athens-Limestone Association of REALTORS® (ALAR) is a regional organization serving the city of Athens and surrounding Limestone County. Its mission is to provide advocacy, education, resources, and ethical guidance to its members, while also acting as a trusted liaison between the real estate community and the public. ALAR is one of approximately 1,200 local boards and associations of realtors nationwide that comprise the National Association of REALTORS®.

Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce

101 S. BEATY ST., ATHENS, AL 35611

256.232.2600 | ALCCHAMBER.ORG

Continuously nurturing a diverse, vibrant small-business community is at the core of its mission at the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber offers various promotional opportunities, such as event sponsorships, ribbon cuttings, and podcast features, and gives members the opportunity to network, work on professional development, and grow their businesses. The Chamber also regularly hosts events to bridge the gap between politicians and their constituents in a relaxed, transparent setting.

EMPLOYMENT CHANGE

MARCH 2020 - APRIL 2025

Source: ASmartPlace®, Huntsville Market Report, 2nd Quarter 2025

Better Business Bureau of North Alabama

210 EXCHANGE PL., STE. A, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35806

256.533.1640 | BBB.ORG

The Better Business Bureau (BBB), a leader in advancing marketplace trust, is an unbiased nonprofit organization that sets and upholds high standards for fair and honest business behavior. BBB assists businesses in upholding sound business practices in a variety of areas, including truth in advertising, honoring agreements, professional customer service, and more. BBB-accredited businesses must meet and commit to uphold BBB’s standards to qualify for BBB accreditation.

The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship

515 SPARKMAN DR., HUNTSVILLE, AL 35816

256.428.8190 | CATALYSTCENTER.ORG

The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship helps startups and counsels small businesses in Huntsville, Alabama. Its mission is to aid in the growth of new businesses through best-in-class coaching, in-demand services, and relevant programs. The nonprofit has helped drive economic growth and job creation in North Alabama since 2003 and has served thousands of clients who have built successful businesses and created hundreds of new jobs.

Cyber Huntsville

P.O. BOX 11971, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35814

CYBERHUNTSVILLE.ORG

Founded in 2010, Cyber Huntsville is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit that advances cybersecurity and technology across the Tennessee Valley. The organization unites leaders from industry, government, and academia to address cyber challenges locally, regionally, and nationally. Through initiatives such as the National Cyber Summit and community outreach, Cyber Huntsville promotes collaboration and knowledge-sharing. A core focus is workforce development, including scholarships for high school seniors pursuing cybersecurity degrees. By connecting experts and cultivating new talent, Cyber Huntsville strengthens the region’s cyber resilience and technological leadership.

Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce

P.O. BOX 2003, DECATUR, AL 35602

256.353.5312 | DCC.ORG

Founded in 1931, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce promotes business and commerce for the Decatur and Morgan County area through volunteer leadership in economic, political, and social development. Set along the Tennessee River, the community offers a thriving riverfront, outdoor recreation, and a rich quality of life that make it an inviting place to live,

work, and do business. With more than 800 members – primarily small to midsized businesses – the Chamber focuses on public policy, workforce and leadership development, and partnerships across sectors that strengthen the economy and help build a vibrant Decatur-Morgan County community.

Huntsville Association of Small Businesses in Advanced Technology (HASBAT)

P.O. BOX 5425, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35814

256.513.6996 | HASBAT.ORG

HASBAT was founded as a nonprofit organization in 1993 by local small technology companies to represent and promote the views and interests of small businesses in advanced technology. Not only does HASBAT bring small businesses together with each other, it also connects them with larger companies and government agencies to share ideas and find new opportunities. Additionally, HASBAT offers workshops and seminars to help businesses innovate and navigate challenges.

Huntsville Bar Association

228 HOLMES AVE. NE, 8TH FL., HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

256.203.4900 | HUNTSVILLEBAR.ORG

The Huntsville Bar Association (HBA) is a professional organization for attorneys

admitted to practice in Alabama and having a connection to Huntsville and Madison County. HBA plays an integral role in supporting attorneys, fostering professionalism, advancing legal education, and promoting justice within its jurisdiction. Members receive benefits such as access to CLE programs, opportunities for leadership within the association, listings in the HBA’s attorney directory, and invitations to events and meetings.

Huntsville Madison County Builders Association

2804 BOB WALLACE AVE., HUNTSVILLE, AL 35805

256.536.2602 | HMCBA.ORG

The voice of the housing industry in North Alabama for more than 70 years, the Huntsville Madison County Builders Association (HMCBA) is a professional trade association dedicated to supporting its membership by promoting the building industry and improving the quality of life in the communities it serves. The organization has more than 1,250 members, including builders, remodelers, developers, subcontractors, suppliers, financial institutions, realtors, and more. HMCBA produces the Parade of Homes, Spring Home + Garden Show, and the Fall Home + Garden Show on an annual basis to promote the building industry and provide the consumer with an opportunity to view the finest companies in the homebuilding industry.

Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

225 CHURCH ST. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

256.535.2000 | HSVCHAMBER.ORG

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber acts as the catalyst for economic development activities in the community. It serves as a single point of contact for prospective and existing businesses in their efforts to establish a new business or to expand existing operations. The Chamber is the coordinating agency for companies interested in locating in the area’s research and industrial parks or anywhere in the Huntsville/Madison County area. It also runs ASmartPlace, a workforce development and recruitment initiative that aims to attract talent to the area and provide job resources in North Alabama.

Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau

500 CHURCH ST. NW, STE. 1 HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

256.551.2230 | HUNTSVILLE.ORG

Since 1970, the Huntsville/ Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has been the destination marketing organization for the Huntsville area, including Huntsville, the city of Madison, and all other attractions and offerings throughout Madison County. With an annual operating budget of around $3.7 million, the not-for-profit organization helps create and support economic growth by highlighting Huntsville and Madison County’s attributes to visitors, meeting planners, business travelers, and conventiongoers. Locals are also invited to stop by the Visitor Center at 500 Church Street to take advantage of Huntsville vacation packages, deals, and coupons.

Huntsville/Madison County Hospitality Association

P.O. BOX 322, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

HUNTSVILLEHOSPITALITY.ORG

The purpose of the Huntsville/Madison County Hospitality Association is to unite representatives of the hospitality and tourism industry, including lodging, restaurant, tourism and travel, and allied industries, for the promotion and protection of their common interests. The association maintains cooperative relations with allied industries and organizations while also providing relevant education, encouraging ethical conduct, and participating in trade shows, exhibitions, and other events to promote the hospitality industry.

Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce

256.427.2650 | HSVBLACKCHAMBER.ORG

The Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce (HMBCC) is dedicated to economic development, job creation, and advocacy – the pillars that fuel the growth and future success of its members and the community at large. HMBCC believes that when Black businesses

thrive, communities flourish. That’s why it invests in people, ideas, and partnerships that build generational wealth and sustainable impact. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling a legacy business, or mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs, HMBCC offers a robust suite of programs and services designed to meet you where you are – and take you where you want to go.

Huntsville Rotary Club

P.O. BOX 814, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35804

256.679.4554 | HUNTSVILLEROTARY.COM

One of 45,000 Rotary Clubs in over 200 countries, the Huntsville Rotary Club brings friends, leaders, and problem-solvers together to address needs, share ideas, and create lasting change for the local community and abroad. Membership in Rotary offers several benefits, including developing leadership skills, forming relationships with community and business leaders, and gaining an understanding of – and having an impact on – international humanitarian issues. Just a few of the Huntsville chapter’s projects include a school supply drive, the STRIVE program, and the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program.

Source: ASmartPlace®, Huntsville Market Report, 2nd Quarter 2025, North Alabama Region - Primarily Huntsville/Madison County

HUNTSVILLE EMPLOYMENT GROWTH VS. UNITED STATES

2000 - CURRENT

Source: ASmartPlace®, Huntsville Market Report, 2nd Quarter 2025

Junior League of Huntsville

115 MANNING DR., STE. B101, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801 256.881.1080 | HUNTSVILLE.JL.ORG

Since 1949, the Junior League of Huntsville has developed exceptionally qualified civic leaders who collaborate with community partners to identify Huntsville/Madison County’s most urgent needs and address them with meaningful and sustainable solutions that enhance the quality of life in the community. In that time, the women’s organization has given more than $2 million to various local agencies and initiatives and has been involved in a wide range of programs that address critical issues including early childhood education, literacy, childhood nutrition, and healthcare access. The Junior League of Huntsville is over 400 members strong and continually rises to meet the needs of Madison County.

Kiwanis Club of Huntsville

K00150.SITE.KIWANIS.ORG

Kiwanis Club of Huntsville is a premier civic organization in the Greater Huntsville area with a rich history of making a positive impact on children’s lives. The organization is known for its socially active and involved club members that reflect the community. Kiwanis actively seeks partnering opportunities with other organizations to serve children and youth, all while providing members opportunities to serve and grow as leaders.

Madison Chamber of Commerce

230 HUGHES RD., MADISON, AL 35758

256.325.8317 | MADISONALCHAMBER.COM

The Madison Chamber of Commerce is an institution of leadership and an advocate for its members and the community. With a mission to “Celebrate, Inspire, and Connect Madison,” the Chamber organizes both monthly events and yearly special events that bring the community together. Local businesses are encouraged to become members of the Chamber to benefit from networking, increased exposure, and promotion opportunities like ribbon cuttings.

Madison County Medical Society

P.O. BOX 1804, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35807

256.881.7321 | MADISONCOUNTYDOCTORS.ORG

First chartered in 1877, the Madison County Medical Society works on behalf of its members in managed care, legislative issues, and employer interaction that affect physicians and their practices. Its members include Medical Doctors and Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine in Madison County. The society is the liaison between the medical community, the lay community, the Medical Association of the State of Alabama, and the American Medical Association.

Morgan County Association of REALTORS®

1501 FOURTH AVE. SE, DECATUR, AL 35601

256.350.6712 | MCAOR.ORG

The Morgan County Association of REALTORS® (MCAR) promotes, educates, and supports its members in serving the public while adhering to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. Morgan County, which includes the cities of Decatur – a key economic hub – as well as Hartselle and Falkville, offers a diverse real estate market characterized by single-family homes, expansive rural properties, and some waterfront real estate along the Tennessee River. MCAR is part of the body making up the National Association of REALTORS®, the country’s largest trade association.

HUNTSVILLE, AL WORKFORCE REGION GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT IN BILLIONS

Source: ASmartPlace®, Huntsville Market Report, 2nd Quarter 2025

Notes: Gross Domestic Product data are provided by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, imputed by Chmura where necessary, updated through 2023; Huntsville, AL workforce region includes 16 counties

Rocket City Bar Association

P.O. BOX 751, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35804

ROCKETCITYBAR.ORG

The Rocket City Bar Association (RCBA) is a nonprofit organization that seeks to eliminate prejudice and discrimination, defend human and civil rights secured by law,  advance the roles of African American attorneys in the legal profession throughout North Alabama, and provide educational resources and opportunities to the public and its members.

Rocket City Innovator

3311 BOB WALLACE AVE., STE. 101A HUNTSVILLE, AL 35805

ROCKETCITYINNOVATOR.COM

A nonprofit founded by two visionary minority women, Rocket City Innovator contributes to building a culture of entrepreneurship in Huntsville. By fostering connections between participants, mentors, local businesses, and the community at large, the programs create a supportive network that can have long-lasting positive effects. Rocket City Innovator is particularly proud to have established the Dream Tank program, a platform that

allows entrepreneurs to pitch their startup to potential investors and attract the necessary capital to fuel their ventures.

Rotary Club of Madison

256.564.2075 | MADISONALROTARY.COM

The Rotary Club of Madison, Alabama, is a volunteer community service group comprised of professionals and dedicated servants committed to solving issues and addressing community needs. Whether you’re interested in volunteering for a specific project, developing leadership skills, or fostering meaningful connections, Rotary offers many opportunities tailored to individual interests and schedules.

South Huntsville Main Business Association

600 BOULEVARD SOUTH SW, STE. 104 HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802

256.705.3535 | SOUTHHUNTSVILLEMAIN.ORG

The South Huntsville Main Business Association (SHMBA) is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and thriving community in the heart of South Huntsville. As a hub for local businesses, residents, and visitors alike, the association strives to promote economic growth and community

engagement and frequently collaborates with city government, schools, and other organizations to maximize the impact of its initiatives. A significant part of SHMBA’s work involves organizing events that draw visitors and showcase what South Huntsville has to offer; annual festivals, seasonal markets, and holiday celebrations are hallmarks of the association’s calendar.

ValleyMLS

535 MONROE ST. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801 256.536.3334 | VALLEYMLS.COM

ValleyMLS acts as a trusted, local source for the most accurate and comprehensive home listings across North Alabama and surrounding areas. The organization is powered by local REALTORS® who update data daily, ensuring homebuyers see the most reliable listings available. ValleyMLS empowers those in the market with innovative search tools and transparent information, making any home buying or selling journey seamless. ValleyMLS is dedicated to the North Alabama community, providing a platform where anyone can “Find a REALTOR®. Find a Home.”

Innovation & Technology

Huntsville’s rise as a Southern tech powerhouse is no surprise to anyone familiar with the Rocket City. With its rich aerospace heritage, Huntsville has attracted government agencies, private companies, and a talented workforce, who have collectively transformed the city into a center for research, development, and high-tech industry.

Interest in the Rocket City is high on a national scale. Huntsville ranked No. 1 on CBRE’s 2024 list of up-and-coming tech talent markets. This annual Scoring Tech Talent Report evaluated the ability of 75 cities to attract and grow tech talent in the United States and Canada. Key findings from the study indicated that Huntsville’s local tech employment had grown by 17.9% in the past five years, with the city’s total tech employment being 25,910. Separately, in 2025, the City of Huntsville was named to Fast Company’s list of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” – the first city to ever be featured on the list.

DID YOU KNOW?

Columbia High School is located inside Cummings Research Park and is the only authorized International Baccalaureate World School in North Alabama. Columbia High School and Cummings Research Park are frequent partners in bringing both workforce development opportunities and career exposures to students.

Huntsville’s reputation as a hub of scientific and technological excellence dates back to the mid-20th century, when it became central to the U.S. space program. Home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center and the U.S. Army’s Redstone Arsenal, the city played a pivotal role in developing the Saturn V rocket that propelled astronauts to the moon. Today, aerospace and defense remain cornerstones of Huntsville’s economy, with numerous contractors and research institutions supporting ongoing missions in space exploration, missile defense, and military technology. Beyond aerospace, Huntsville has diversified its technology sector, attracting companies specializing in cybersecurity, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and information technology. The city’s Cummings Research Park, the second-largest research park in the United States, hosts over 300 companies and organizations, ranging from Fortune 500 giants to small startups. This environment fosters collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship, making Huntsville a magnet for talent and investment.

Huntsville’s commitment to education fuels its technological growth, as does the collaboration fostered between higher education and research institutions, major corporations, and startups. The University of Alabama in Huntsville and Alabama A&M University are notable contributors to the region’s advancement in technology and innovation through their advanced degrees in STEM fields. The AI Research Collaborative, led by UAH’s Invention to Innovation Center, is focused on establishing North Alabama as a hub for AI research. In nearby Tanner, Alabama, the Alabama Robotics Technology Park serves as a unique training and R&D complex for advanced technologies like robotics, automation, and EV production.

Huntsville’s thriving tech community is further supported by a robust calendar of events and conferences that bring together industry leaders, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Events like the P.R.O.P.E.L. Small Business & Entrepreneur Summit – made possible by Innovate Alabama and the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Foundation – aim to create a collaborative environment where innovation and opportunity converge. Eagerly anticipated each year, the HudsonAlpha Tech Challenge (HATCH) engages the developer community to address challenges within life sciences through business strategy, software development, and technology. National Cyber Summit, the nation’s most innovative cyber security-technology event, happens annually and offers unique educational, collaborative, and workforce development opportunities. Additionally, CodeHSV schedules regular mixers and meetups for tech enthusiasts to network and connect.

Alabama Robotics Technology Park

The Alabama Robotics Technology Park (RTP) is an Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT) facility located in Tanner, Alabama. The three-building campus targets the needs of the robotics industry, and each building is designed to address specific industry needs – providing top-notch education and hands-on training in robotics, advanced manufacturing, and automation. Services are provided to Alabama business clients at no cost to the company or employee. The park is also focused on the future by introducing K-12 students, teachers, and parents to the robotics industry via the RTP Mobile Robotic Training Lab. RTP’s training staff are experts in their fields, such as mechatronics, robotic welding, and programmable logic controllers (PLC), making sure that all workforce training is industry-relevant and current. This infrastructure supports the state of Alabama’s desire to be “Ahead of the Game” in the robotics industry.

Cummings Research Park

Home to Fortune 500 companies, local and global high-tech enterprises, thriving incubators, accelerators, government agencies, and competitive higher education institutions, as well as areas to live and play, Huntsville’s Cummings Research Park is truly a “park of the future.” Established in 1962, the park has grown to accommodate 300+ companies, 26,000 employees, and 12,500+ students on 3,843 acres, making it the second-largest research park in the country and the fourthlargest in the world. Major industries inside the park include aerospace, defense, engineering, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, software development, information technology, and cybersecurity. Cummings Research Park also has bars and eateries, music venues, and 13 shuttle shops and hosts events like food truck rallies, happy hours, and pop-up popsicle and coffee stands, plus community events hosted by businesses and retail tenants.

DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center

Headquartered at Redstone Arsenal, DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center (AvMC) is the Army’s primary center for developing, integrating, demonstrating, and sustaining Army aviation and missile systems, with the ultimate goal of war-winning future readiness. AvMC has been at the forefront of

aviation and missile technology for more than six decades. The AvMC team is approximately 12,000 strong and includes innovators, researchers, and world-class scientists and engineers. AvMC is a part of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, a major subordinate command of the U.S. Army Futures Command.

The FBI at Redstone

Since 1971, FBI Redstone has grown from its original role as the FBI Explosives Center for Excellence to a focused growth area for training, data analytics, and cyber intelligence. Today, more than 1,300 personnel perform various operational roles on nearly 1,600 acres of secure land with modern facilities near other government agencies, including NASA, the Missile Defense Agency, and Redstone Test Center. Every day, personnel at FBI Redstone conduct forensic analysis in a lab environment, sort through data for critical investigations, and monitor networks for cyber attacks, acting as the epicenter of the FBI’s technology infrastructure.

Marshall Space Flight Center

For more than six decades, dating back to the groundbreaking Apollo moon missions of the 1960s and ‘70s, both NASA and the United States have relied on Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center to deliver its most vital propulsion systems and hardware, flagship launch vehicles, world-class space systems, state-of-the-art engineering technologies, and cutting-edge science and research projects. Marshall is currently one of NASA’s largest field centers, with a total workforce of over 6,000 employees and an annual budget of approximately $5 billion. Marshall’s expertise and capabilities are crucial to the development, power, and operation of the engines, vehicles, and space systems America uses to conduct unprecedented missions of science and exploration throughout the solar system, enabling or enriching nearly every facet of the nation’s ongoing mission of discovery.

Missile and Space Intelligence Center

The Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC) provides its customers – including weapons developers, policymakers, and homeland security – intelligence assessments on foreign weapons systems, especially air and missile defense systems. MSIC houses military and civilian personnel who use scientific and technical methods to evaluate intelligence data and determine the characteristics, performance, operations, and vulnerabilities of foreign weapons systems. MSIC’s Richard C. Shelby Center for Missile Intelligence at Redstone Arsenal provides ample workspace for hands-on and virtual testing and evaluations.

Missile Defense Agency

A component of the U.S. Department of Defense, the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) mission is to develop, deploy, and sustain layered and integrated missile defense capabilities to defend the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends from missile attacks in all phases of flight. MDA’s workforce includes government civilians, military service members, and contractor personnel in multiple locations around the world, including Redstone Arsenal. The MDA is focused on retaining and recruiting a dedicated workforce interested in supporting our national security.

National Center for Explosives Training and Research

The National Center for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR) is a world-class facility that consolidates the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ (ATF) core explosives and fire programs. Located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, NCETR provides outstanding training facilities and staff in the delivery of lifesaving explosives and arson training.

Redstone Arsenal

Redstone Arsenal is a United States Army post adjacent to Huntsville and home to dozens of tenants, including NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the FBI, and – most recently – U.S. Space Command. A Federal Center of Excellence, Redstone Arsenal is one of the country’s most strategically significant defense campuses. It was founded during World War II and has origins as a munitions factory, although today it’s the center of testing, development, and doctrine for the Army’s missile programs.

Redstone Gateway

Mixed-use office park Redstone Gateway, located on 468 acres in Redstone Arsenal, is a joint venture development between COPT Defense Properties and Jim Wilson

& Associates, LLC. It is home to leading defense, aerospace, and research companies that are pioneering innovative technologies, including, among others, Cummings Aerospace, Yulista, Peraton, KBR, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, and Abaco Systems. Redstone Gateway offers a variety of employee-friendly office park amenities, such as restaurants, a coffee shop, walking paths, a daycare, and hotels.

Redstone Test Center

The Redstone Test Center (RTC) is a United States Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) tenant at Redstone Arsenal. RTC encompasses over 14,000 acres, providing cutting-edge test and evaluation support for military equipment, weapons, and transportation. RTC’s mission is to provide superior technical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities and capabilities to plan, conduct, analyze, and report the results of tests on aviation, missile, and sensor systems, subsystems, and components.

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command

The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) develops and delivers responsive aviation, missile, and calibration materiel readiness to the United States Army in order to optimize joint warfighter capabilities at the point of need. AMCOM is primarily responsible for lifecycle management of Army missile, helicopter, unmanned ground vehicle, and unmanned aerial vehicle weapon systems.

U.S. Army Contracting Command

U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) soldiers, civilians, and contractors support the warfighter worldwide through the acquisition of goods and services vital to the soldier’s mission and well-being. As the Army’s business conduit, ACC offers the contracting expertise of some of the best-trained people in the Army, ready to support the warfighter while ensuring responsible stewardship of taxpayers’ funds. ACC ensures contracting support to the warfighter as mission requirements emerge and as the Army transforms and moves within the Continental United States and throughout the globe.

U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center

The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, is a specialized agency of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The center provides specialized technical expertise, global engineering solutions, and cutting-edge innovations through centrally managed programs in support of national interests.

U.S. Army Materiel Command

The U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) develops and delivers materiel readiness solutions to ensure globally dominant land force capabilities. Headquartered at Redstone Arsenal, Army Materiel Command is one of four Army Commands. AMC synchronizes and integrates the Army’s total capabilities in support of the Chief of Staff of the Army’s priorities and Combatant Command requirements. As the Army’s Lead Materiel Integrator, Army Materiel Command manages the global supply chain, synchronizing logistics and sustainment activities across the Army.

U.S. Army Program Executive Office - Aviation

The U.S. Army Program Executive Office - Aviation serves soldiers and the nation by designing, developing, delivering, and supporting advanced aviation capabilities for operational commanders and the nation’s allies.

U.S. Army Program Executive Office - Missiles and Space

The U.S. Army Program Executive Office - Missiles and Space (PEO MS) develops, fields, and sustains defensive and offensive integrated fires capabilities in support of the joint alldomain battlespace. It is on the cutting edge of the Army’s long-range precision fires, air and missile defense, hypersonic, directed energy, counter-unmanned aerial systems, integrated fires mission command, and aviation and ground missiles modernization initiatives.

U.S. Army Security Assistance Command

The U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC) leads the AMC Security Assistance Enterprise, as well as develops and manages security assistance programs and foreign military sales cases to build partner capacity, support Combatant Command engagement strategies, and strengthen U.S. global partnerships.

U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command

The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) develops and provides current and future global space, missile defense, and high-altitude capabilities to the Army, joint force, allies, and partners to enable multi-domain combat effects; enhance deterrence, assurance, and detection of strategic attacks; and protect the nation.

U.S. Space & Rocket Center®

Huntsville boasts the state’s most visited attraction and the largest space museum in the world: the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC). A Smithsonian Affiliate and the Official Visitor Center for NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the USSRC is home of Space Camp®, Aviation Challenge®, Space Camp® Robotics, and U.S. Cyber Camp®. Of the USSRC’s large rocket and space hardware collection, more than 700 objects are currently on display. The museum’s priceless objects include the National Historic Landmark Saturn V moon rocket, a full space shuttle stack, and next-generation technologies that are propelling space exploration into the future. In addition, the USSRC’s world-class INTUITIVE® Planetarium transports guests through the universe with live, interactive shows under a 67-foot dome, while simulators such as Moon Shot and G-Force help them feel like an astronaut.

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Commercial Real Estate

Huntsville has no shortage of commercial real estate, thanks to the city’s constant growth. Powered by aerospace, defense, technology, bioscience, and advanced manufacturing, GDP growth rates for the Greater Huntsville area have been nearly two times that of the United States. Adding to this growth have been continued gains in the area’s $2.4 billion tourism industry.

Alongside its economic expansion, Huntsville’s population has grown nearly 16% since 2020, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Together, both have led to the growth of commercial spaces of all types.

as Lendon Corner in Jones Valley and South Huntsville’s Gateway Shopping Center are increasing retail space offerings.

DID YOU KNOW?

A $300+ million expansion is coming to the MidCity District. In late 2025, RCP Companies announced plans for the MidCity Arts + Innovation Subdistrict, a 12-acre phase that will include a new music venue, two hotels, an Innovation Tech Campus, and more.

Among the sectors experiencing the most change has been master-planned, mixeduse developments offering residential options, office, retail, dining, entertainment, public art, and green spaces. Leading this expansion, among others, are Front Row in downtown Huntsville; The Range and The Foundry in West Huntsville; Metronome, Encore, Anthem House, and Wellory Living in MidCity; Hays Farm in South Huntsville; Village of Providence near Cummings Research Park; Livano by the airport; Clift Farm and Town Madison in Madison; and Redstone Gateway.

Beyond traditional apartments, build-to-rent (BTR) communities are surging. These developments offer single-family homes for rent instead of sale, catering to those who want more space but aren’t looking to buy. As of 2025, Huntsville had more rental housing under construction than most U.S. states, making it a hot spot for this growing trend.

Even with the development of masterplanned, mixed-use communities and the additional retail space added, vacancy rates for retail space remain low. New developments such

Office space is also plentiful, supported by the development of mixed-use communities and existing office spaces, including Cummings Research Park and Redstone Arsenal.

With the economic success of the Greater Huntsville area, industrial space has risen sharply. Among the most prominent spaces is the JetPlex Industrial Park. Located on-site with the Huntsville International Airport, Port of Huntsville, and the International Intermodal Center, the park has over 2,800 acres available for development and existing office buildings. Redstone Gateway is also among the most noted industrial spaces. New developments in recent years have included the Freedom Industrial Park, with 600,000 square feet; 135-acre Huntsville West Industrial Park; 132-acre Huntsville Logistics Center; and 565 Park, with 300,000 square feet.

Not surprisingly, the hospitality industry, particularly the expansion of lodging, has hit record highs. In just the last three years, over 2,000 hotel rooms have been added.

Collectively, the ongoing support of commercial real estate developers has served and will continue to support the region’s growth while enriching the lives of residents and visitors alike.

Transportation

As Huntsville continues to grow, convenient transportation has become a cornerstone of the city’s development, playing a pivotal role in connecting residents, promoting economic vitality, and supporting a dynamic urban lifestyle.

Sitting at the convergence of several major road arteries, including I-65, I-565, and U.S. Route 72, Huntsville and its surrounding cities are important centers for trucking transportation. A number of trucking companies have chosen Huntsville as their home base and provide not only freight transportation, but also logistics management and warehousing.

Huntsville’s auspicious railway history began in the mid-1850s with the arrival of the Memphis & Charleston Railroad, which transformed Huntsville from a small Southern town to a vital commercial hub. The railroad still proves to be a robust industry today.

Norfolk Southern – a Class 1 freight railroad – operates out of the Port of Huntsville, the city’s inland port, which provides direct access to major ports along the East and West coasts. The Huntsville and Madison County Railroad Authority, a shortline railroad, runs on nearly 14 miles of track with interchanges with Norfolk Southern in Huntsville and freight railroad company CSX in Tanner, Alabama.

a user-friendly terminal. Five major airlines operate out of HSV and offer nonstop flights to 18 cities such as Chicago, Tampa, New York City, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C. Over the past two years, aesthetic and operational renovations have been completed at the airport including a new rental car return lot, expanded elevator and escalator access, and updated bathrooms. Signature Aviation at Huntsville International Airport provides the city with premier fixedbased operation services.

DID YOU KNOW?

The historic Huntsville Depot is considered the oldest passenger depot still in existence in the state of Alabama, and it’s one of the oldest in the United States. Constructed in 1860, the depot has played witness to the Civil War, a presidential visit, a 1912era remodel, and multiple changes in ownership.

One of the city’s most unique offerings, the International Intermodal Center (IIC) at the Port of Huntsville is a premier inland port facility that has integrated rail, highway, and air transportation. Able to efficiently handle both domestic and international cargo, the IIC has a fundamental role in the supply chain management of the Southeast.

A half-hour’s drive from Huntsville, the Port of Decatur is one of the oldest – and busiest – ports on the Tennessee River with access to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Not only is it serviced by the Norfolk Southern and CSX railroads, but it also links to major highways (I-65, I-565) and barge facilities on the Tennessee River, making it an indispensable part of the regional economy.

Voted “Best Small Airport” in the United States in the 2025 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards, Huntsville International Airport (HSV) serves more than 1.4 million passengers each year and boasts short security lines and

HSV is also in the process of adding spaceport capabilities to its docket. Huntsville’s Spaceport –one of 20 FAA-licensed spaceports nationwide – is helping to pioneer the growing commercial space industry.

Public transportation is a sustainable and cost-effective way to travel in and around Huntsville. Huntsville Transit oversees the city’s bus system, which has a total ridership of more than 2,500 passengers daily. For those with disabilities or mobility challenges, the city also offers paratransit services. Madison residents can take advantage of MARS (Madison Assisted Ride System) or TRAM (Transportation for Rural Areas of Madison County) to get around the county, while nearby Decatur has NARCOG Transit and MCATS (Morgan County Area Transportation System). While Athens does not have a dedicated transit system, it does provide services such as transportation to the elderly and disabled through Limestone County’s Council on Aging.

Biking is another low-cost, environmentally friendly option for getting around the city. Approximately 30 Blue Bikes are available for rent at 11 stations around downtown Huntsville, and there is an additional set located in Decatur. Alternatively, Rocket City eBikes offers a fleet of eBikes available for rent for an hour, half-day, and full day. Plentiful bike lanes throughout downtown and along Huntsville’s greenways allow for recreational riding and easy commutes to work.

Blue Bikes

Presented by BlueCross and BlueShield of Alabama and in partnership with the City of Huntsville, Downtown Huntsville, and Tandem Mobility, Blue Bikes gives city bikers convenient access to 30 bikes available at 11 stations around town. Riders pay $2 for every 30 minutes of riding. Bike rentals are available through the free Movatic app.

Bus Service

Huntsville Transit operates 16 buses on 12 fixed routes across a service area of more than 100 square miles. The bus system operates daily excluding Sundays. In addition, Access is a public transportation service

available to those with disabilities and senior citizens who do not live near a bus route.

Custom Air Transportation

Signature Aviation at Huntsville International Airport provides a range of fixed-base operations services, accommodating general, commercial, and business aviation. In nearby Meridianville, Huntsville Executive Airport serves as a general aviation airport, catering to both corporate and private aircraft.

Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle ownership continues to rise in the state of Alabama, and the number of charging stations in Huntsville continues to increase as well. There are dozens of charging

stations across the city in locations such as the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Bridge Street Town Centre, MidCity, and the Twickenham district.

Huntsville

International Airport

The Huntsville International Airport (HSV) boasts many of the amenities of a large airport with the care and convenience that only a small airport can provide. Offering nonstops to 18 cities, the airport operates flights through Allegiant, American Airlines, Breeze, Delta, and United Airlines. Airport amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, cell phone charging stations, shopping and dining options, and an outdoor pet park.

Interstates

For decades, interstate highways have paved the way for Huntsville’s economic success. Huntsville provides proximity and easy access to several cities throughout the Southeast. With I-565 bisecting Huntsville and connecting to I-65 just west of the city, Huntsville is within 150 miles of major metropolitan areas such as Birmingham and Nashville.

Railroads

Spanning 19,500 route miles and 22 states, railway company Norfolk Southern connects Huntsville to the rest of the country, as it provides essential rail cargo services to the Port of Huntsville. The region also partners with

CSX via the Huntsville and Madison County Railroad Authority in Tanner, Alabama.

Spaceport | Port of Huntsville

Huntsville’s Spaceport is one of 20 FAAlicensed spaceports nationwide and is helping to pioneer the future of commercial spaceflight. More than an infrastructure project, Spaceport is symbolic of Huntsville’s ongoing commitment to exploration, innovation, and economic development.

Trucking

As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, Huntsville’s demand for freight and logistics services has soared in tandem with

its population. Huntsville is home to a mix of national carriers, regional firms, and local independent operators. The city’s infrastructure supports these operations through facilities like the International Intermodal Center, several industrial parks, and interstate connectivity.

Water Transporation

Connected to over a dozen inland rivers, the Tennessee River is a primary means of transporting products around the country –and 17% of the river is in Alabama. As one of the busiest ports on the river, the Port of Decatur handles a significant portion of the more than 5 million tons of river freight that travel past Decatur.

Utility Services

Huntsville and its neighboring cities stand out for their comprehensive and customer-focused utility offerings. This developed network of electric, gas, internet, telephone, television, and water services works in tandem to meet the needs of every resident and local business. Among them are leading companies such as Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Huntsville Utilities.

Established during the Great Depression, TVA has long been considered one of the country’s most ambitious and transformative public projects. Today, it is the largest public power provider in the nation, serving 10 million people in seven states, including Alabama. TVA partners with more than 150 local power companies – like Huntsville Utilities, the primary electricity provider in Huntsville – to serve the region; through this partnership, residents and businesses enjoy reliable electricity and competitive rates, and Huntsville Utilities customers have access to TVA Renewable Energy Programs. TVA’s many roles also include flood control, navigation, and land management for the Tennessee River system.

In addition to electricity, Huntsville Utilities is a major provider of natural gas in the region. The utility serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers through an extensive distribution network. The utility’s natural gas department is recognized for its focus on safety, including free leak detection service and educational materials about natural gas safety in the home. In 2025, the department received the Excellence in Environmental Stewardship Award from the American Public Gas Association. North Alabama Gas District is another supplier of natural gas across

North Alabama, serving both Madison and Limestone counties. Propane companies such as AmeriGas, Holston Gases, and Suburban Propane operate in the region to supply customers with this clean-burning gas.

DID YOU KNOW?

Huntsville Utilities operates the oldest water system west of the Appalachian Mountains. In 1823, it was established as Huntsville Waterworks and used cedar logs as the original pipe system for the water system –paving the way for clean drinking water within the city limits of Huntsville.

Water and wastewater services are also operated by Huntsville Utilities. The utility draws water from multiple sources, including wells, reservoirs, and the Tennessee River. Huntsville Utilities water treatment plants are constantly monitored by state-certified operators, ensuring a consistent supply of potable water. Clean water and reliable wastewater services are managed by multiple authorities in broader Madison County and surrounding Limestone and Morgan counties.

For garbage pickup and recycling, the City of Huntsville Sanitation Department provides weekly curbside trash collection for residents. The department also administers special pickups for yard waste, bulk items, and hazardous materials. The City of Madison Garbage and Trash Service is responsible for garbage services in neighboring Madison, while the Madison County Waste Control Department provides curbside trash collection to 70,000 residential and business customers in Madison County.

Huntsville is a progressive city when it comes to digital infrastructure. In 2016, city leaders announced that Huntsville was becoming a “Gig City” as Google Fiber was bringing its service to residential customers and local small businesses. There are currently multiple internet service providers to choose from, including AT&T, Xfinity, and WOW!, as well as Google Fiber – available in select neighborhoods and able to offer ultra-fast fiber optic internet with speeds up to 8 Gbps. Meanwhile, residents of Morgan and Limestone counties rely on AT&T and Spectrum for internet service. Some of these providers offer bundled services, including television and phone lines, and frequent promotional rates for new customers.

Madison County

ELECTRIC SERVICES

Huntsville Utilities

256.535.1200 hsvutil.org

GAS SERVICES

Allgas, Inc.

256.536.0717 allgasinc.com

AmeriGas

256.837.7050 amerigas.com

Central Propane

256.828.0220 (Hazel Green)

256.776.2846 (Gurley) central-propane.com

Ferrellgas

256.878.2717 ferrellgas.com

Holston Gases

256.715.6200 holstongases.com

Huntsville Utilities

256.535.1200 hsvutil.org

North Alabama Gas District  256.772.0227 nagd.com

Suburban Propane

256.851.6067 suburbanpropane.com

ThompsonGas

800.768.6612 thompsongas.com

LANDLINE PHONE, INTERNET, AND TV SERVICES

AT&T

800.288.2020 att.com

Google Fiber 833.942.0106 fiber.google.com

Mediacom 877.297.7466 mediacomcable.com

New Hope Telephone Cooperative (NHTC) 877.474.4211 nhtc.coop

WOW!

866.496.9669 wowway.com

Xfinity

800.934.6489 xfinity.com

WATER SERVICES

City of New Hope Water

256.723.9225 cityofnewhope.org/ departments/water

Harvest-Monrovia Water & Sewer Authority

256.837.1132 hmwater.org

Huntsville Utilities

256.535.1200 hsvutil.org

Madison County Water Department

256.746.2888 madisoncountyal. gov/departments/ water-department

Madison Utilities 256.772.0253 madisonutilities.org

Owens Cross Roads Water Authority

256.725.4203 owenscrossroads water.com

Limestone County

ELECTRIC SERVICES

Athens Utilities 256.233.8750 athensalabama.us/347/ athens-utilities

GAS SERVICES

ALA-TENN PROPANE 256.230.3567 upgas.com

Athens Utilities 256.233.8750 athensalabama.us/347/ athens-utilities

Ferguson LP Gas Co

256.423.3320 facebook.com/ fergusonlpgasco

Heritage Propane 256.232.0555 amerigas.com

Local Peoples Gas Inc. 256.230.3600 facebook.com/ localpeoplesgasinc

North Alabama Gas District  256.772.0227 nagd.com

LANDLINE PHONE, INTERNET, AND TV SERVICES AT&T

800.288.2020 att.com

Spectrum 833.949.0036 spectrum.com

WATER SERVICES

Ardmore Water Department 256.423.6161 townofardmore alabama.com/ residential-information/ water-sewer

Athens Utilities 256.233.8750 athensalabama.us/347/ athens-utilities

Limestone County Water and Sewer Authority

256.233.6444 limestonecounty water.com

Morgan County

ELECTRIC SERVICES

Calpine Corporation

256.301.6646 calpine.com

Decatur Utilities

256.552.1400 decaturutilities.com

Hartselle Utilities

256.773.3340 hartselleutilities.org

Joe Wheeler EMC

256.552.2300 jwemc.coop

GAS SERVICES

Cullman-Jefferson

County Gas District

256.734.1911 cjgas.com

Decatur Utilities

256.552.1400 decaturutilities.com

Hartselle Utilities 256.773.3340 hartselleutilities.org

Holston Gases

256.355.3815 holstongases.com

Suburban Propane 256.773.5417 suburbanpropane.com

ThompsonGas 800.768.6612 thompsongas.com

Vaughan Gas Company 256.353.2543 vaughangas.com

Wheeler Basin Natural Gas Company 256.974.9023 wheelerbasin.com

LANDLINE PHONE, INTERNET, AND TV SERVICES

AT&T

800.288.2020 att.com

Spectrum 833.949.0036 spectrum.com

WATER SERVICES

Decatur Utilities 256.552.1400 decaturutilities.com

Hartselle Utilities 256.773.3340 hartselleutilities.org

Northeast Morgan County Water and Sewer Authority 256.778.8915 nemorganws.com

West Morgan - East Lawrence Water and Sewer Authority 256.355.3746 wmel.org

Education

Huntsville’s Madison County and its surrounding counties present K-12 students with a wide range of educational options, from traditional public and private institutions to magnet, virtual, and other specialty schools. These schools are committed to providing a quality education to their diverse student populations.

Madison County’s three major school districts, Madison County Schools, Huntsville City Schools, and Madison City Schools, collectively serve over 56,000 students across dozens of campuses. Award-winning teachers, top-performing schools, and above-average test scores are just a few of the commonalities among these districts, as well as their commitment to helping older students succeed in post-secondary education through opportunities such as Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses. While 90% of students in the area attend a public school, Madison County is also home to more than 30 private institutions, some of which are ranked among the best in the state of Alabama. With schools across the county in Gurley, Harvest, Hazel Green, Meridianville, Monrovia, New Hope, New Market, Owens Cross Roads, Toney, and Walnut Grove, including specialized campuses like Virtual Academy and the Career Technical Center, Madison County School System (MCSS) strives to meet the needs of every student. For the 2024-25 school year, MCSS celebrated a 95.6% graduation rate, embracing its mission of preparing graduates for success in a globally competitive world.

DID YOU KNOW?

In May of 2025, Huntsville City Schools became the largest district in Alabama to earn District STEM Certification from global nonprofit Cognia. The distinction highlights HCS’s efforts to integrate STEM education across all grade levels, as well as positions the district as a statewide model for innovative learning.

To accommodate an ever-growing student body, construction is underway at Sparkman Intermediate School – the first new MCSS campus in 10 years. The new school is expected to open during the 2026-27 school year with approximately 800 students. Comprising 45 schools, Huntsville City Schools (HCS) has long been recognized for its dedication to excellence and innovation. Since 2013, HCS has enjoyed an all-digital learning environment; the district provides individual laptops or tablets to students, ensuring that technology is a key component of their education and preparing them for a

digital world. In May of 2024, HCS leaders launched a 10-year, $600 million capital plan that includes everything from athletic upgrades, cafeteria expansions, and classroom additions to brand-new constructions. In the summer of 2025, HCS unveiled a new Central Office and the Huntsville Center for Technology, which aims to give students hands-on experience in various trades such as cosmetology, culinary arts, and welding –all under one roof.

The fastest-growing school system in the state, Madison City Schools is now Alabama’s 12th-largest school district, with enrollment steadily growing about 300-400 students per year. In its 2025 list, Niche ranked Madison City Schools as the second-best school district in Alabama. Recent accomplishments include an impressive 96% graduation rate for the 2024-25 school year and an overall grade of 95 out of 100 from the Alabama State Department of Education, one of the highest state-wide. The school system boasts a nationally recognized Fine Arts program, 34 Advanced Placement courses, over 100 Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, and a number of programs to support new, military, and special needs students.

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Huntsville’s Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) was established as an independent magnet high school to bring together academically motivated students from across the state.

The public, tuition-free institution offers interactive, real-world experiences, internships for every student, and expert educators committed to helping students excel in cyber technology and engineering.

To the west of Madison County, Limestone County has three private Christian schools. Public education is supervised by Limestone County Schools, overseeing eight elementary schools and six high schools, and Athens City Schools, serving four elementary schools, one intermediate school, one middle school, one high school, Athens Renaissance School (K-12), and Renaissance Virtual School.

A nonprofit organization, the Athens City Schools Foundation raises funds for local classrooms as well as offers unique programs including the Third Grade Violin Program – allowing all thirdgrade students to receive formal violin training from members of the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra School.

In nearby Morgan County, students are enrolled in either Morgan County Schools or Decatur City Schools. The Morgan County School System has elementary, middle, junior high, and high schools. Additionally, the Rural Development Park and the Technology Park, both career tech centers, serve over 2,300 students. In addition to nearly 20 campuses, Decatur City Schools offers the AIM Developmental Program, supporting students with diverse learning abilities, and partners with the Wetlands Edge Environmental Center, providing students with living classrooms, labs, wildlife habitats, and more. Three private schools also call Morgan County home.

Madison County Private Schools

Bethlehem Christian Academy

1936 Elkwood Section Rd. Hazel Green, AL 35750

256.828.4835

bethlehemchristian academy.net

PK3-8th Grade

Big Cove

Christian Academy 6354 Hwy. 431 S Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763 | 256.518.9642

bigcovechristianacademy.org

PK-8th Grade

Calvary Baptist Academy 126 Douglass Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.721.1658

cbahuntsville.org

PK4-12th Grade

Covenant Christian Academy

171 Indian Creek Rd. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.704.9479

cca-huntsville.org

PK4-12th Grade

Grace Lutheran School* 3321 Memorial Pkwy. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.881.0553

gls-hsv.org

PK-8th Grade

Holy Family Regional School 2300 Beasley Ave. Huntsville, AL 35816

256.539.5221 holyfamilyschoolhsv.org

PK-8th Grade

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School 619 Airport Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.881.4852 hstigers.org

PK4-8th Grade

Hope United Academy 980 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.947.9802

hopeunitedacademy.com 6-12th Grade

Huntsville Christian Academy* 175 W. Park Loop Huntsville, AL 35806

256.895.9550 huntsvillechristian academy.com

K-12th Grade

Kingdom Heights Preparatory School 3401 Holmes Ave. NW Huntsville, AL 35816

256.210.1343 khroyals.com

K2-12th Grade

KLA Schools of Huntsville* 1699 Old Dry Creek Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35806 256.837.5266 klaschools.com/huntsville Infants-K

LifeGate Academy 7271 Wall Triana Hwy. Madison, AL 35757

256.867.9016 lifegateacademy.com K-12th Grade

Lincoln Academy* 1110 Meridian St. NW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.701.4303 lincolnvillage.org/ lincolnacademy K-8th Grade

Madison Academy 325 Slaughter Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.469.6400 macademy.org PK4-12th Grade

The Montessori Learning Center 2334 Pansy St. SW Huntsville, AL 35801 256.534.6296

mlc-hsv.com 2.5 Years-6 Years

Montessori School of Huntsville - South Huntsville Campus 15975 Chaney Thompson Rd. Huntsville, AL 35803

256.881.3790

montessorihuntsville.org 18 Months-8th Grade

Montessori School of Madison 5555 Wall Triana Hwy. Madison, AL 35758

256.503.0236

montessorischool ofmadison.com 2.5 Years-3rd Grade

Oakwood Adventist Academy

7000 Adventist Blvd. NW Huntsville, AL 35896

256.801.0534

oakwoodadventist academy.org K-12th Grade

Pineview Christian Academy 5614 Hwy. 53 Harvest, AL 35749

256.852.9571

pcawarriors.org

K-12th Grade

Primrose School of Madison 124 Plaza Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

256.772.2029

primroseschools.com/ schools/madison

6 Weeks-PK4

Primrose School of Madison - West 117 Field View Ln. Madison, AL 35756

256.870.1022

primroseschools.com/ schools/madison-west 6 Weeks-PK4

Providence

Classical School

605 Clinton Ave. E Huntsville, AL 35801

256.852.8884

providenceclassical.org

K-12th Grade

Randolph SchoolDrake Campus*

1005 Drake Ave. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.799.6100

randolphschool.net

PK-8th Grade

Randolph SchoolGarth Campus*

4915 Garth Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.799.6100

randolphschool.net

9-12th Grade

Scruggs Academy*

3509 Blue Spring Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.852.6673

scruggsacademy.org

K2-5th Grade

St. John the Baptist Catholic School

1057 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.722.0772

stjohnb.com

K4-8th Grade

St. John Paul II

Catholic High School*

7301 Old Madison Pk. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.430.1760

jp2falcons.org 9-12th Grade

Union Chapel

Christian Academy

315B Winchester Rd. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.489.4728

ucchristianacademy.org

PK-8th Grade

Valley Fellowship

Christian AcademyEarly Education Campus*

3616 Holmes Ave. NW Huntsville, AL 35816

256.533.5248

vfchristianacademy.com

6 Weeks-2nd Grade

Valley Fellowship

Christian AcademyMain Campus*

3205 Holmes Ave. NW Huntsville, AL 35816

256.533.5248

vfchristianacademy.com

3-12th Grade

Valley Leadership Academy

601 Monte Sano Blvd. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.323.8676 valleyleadership academy.org

K-12th Grade

Westminster Christian Academy - Lower Campus

375 Mt. Zion Rd. Madison, AL 35757

256.705.8300

wca-hsv.org

PK3-5th Grade

Westminster Christian Academy - Upper Campus

237 Johns Rd. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.705.8000

wca-hsv.org

6-12th Grade

Whitesburg Christian Academy 7290 Whitesburg Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.704.7373

whitesburgchristian academy.org

TK-12th Grade

Madison County Public Schools

Madison County

256.852.2557 mcssk12.org

Buckhorn High School

4123 Winchester Rd. New Market, AL 35761

256.851.3300

buckhornhighschool. mcssk12.org 9-12th Grade

Buckhorn Middle School

4185 Winchester Rd. New Market, AL 35762

256.851.3230

buckhornmiddle school.mcssk12.org

7-8th Grade

Central School

990 Ryland Pk. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.4670 centralschool.mcssk12.org

PK-8th Grade

Endeavor Elementary 1997 Old Railroad Bed Rd. Harvest, AL 35749

256.851.4620 endeavorelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-5th Grade

Harvest Elementary 8845 Wall Triana Hwy. Harvest, AL 35749

256.851.4590 harvestelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-5th Grade

Hazel Green Elementary 14250 Hwy. 231-431 N Hazel Green, AL 35750

256.851.4540 hazelgreenelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-5th Grade

Hazel Green High School 14380 Hwy. 231-431 N Hazel Green, AL 35751

256.851.3220 hazelgreenhighschool. mcssk12.org 9-12th Grade

Legacy Elementary

165 Pine Grove Rd. Madison, AL 35757

256.851.4630 legacyelementaryschool. mcssk12.org

PK-5th Grade

Lynn Fanning Elementary 8861 Moores Mill Rd. Meridianville, AL 35759

256.851.4680 lynnfanningelementary school.mcssk12.org K-2nd Grade

Madison County Career Technical Center 1275 Jordan Rd. Building B Huntsville, AL 35811

256.852.2170 madisoncountycareer techcenter.mcssk12.org 9-12th Grade

Madison County Elementary

173 Wood Rd. Gurley, AL 35748

256.851.3290 madisoncounty elementaryschool. mcssk12.org PK-8th Grade

Madison County High School 174 Brock Rd. Gurley, AL 35748

256.851.3270 madisoncounty highschool.mcssk12.org 9-12th Grade

Madison County Virtual Academy 1275 Jordan Rd., Bldg. D Huntsville, AL 35811

256.852.7415 madisoncountyvirtual academy.mcssk12.org 6-12th Grade

Madison Cross Roads Elementary 11548 Pulaski Pk. Toney, AL 35773

256.851.4600 madisoncrossroads elementaryschool. mcssk12.org PK-5th Grade

Meridianville Middle School

12975 Hwy. 231-431 N Hazel Green, AL 35750

256.851.4550 meridianvillemiddle school.mcssk12.org 6-8th Grade

Monrovia Elementary 1030 Jeff Rd.

Huntsville, AL 35806

256.851.4570

monroviaelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-5th Grade

Monrovia Middle School 1216 Jeff Rd. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.851.4580 monroviamiddleschool. mcssk12.org 6-8th Grade

Moores Mill Intermediate School 1210 Walker Ln. New Market, AL 35761

256.851.4700

mooresmillintermediate school.mcssk12.org

3-5th Grade

Mt. Carmel Elementary 335 Homer Nance Rd. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.4660

mtcarmelelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-3rd Grade

New Hope Elementary

5300 Main Dr. New Hope, AL 35760

256.851.3260

newhopeelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-6th Grade

New Hope High School

5216 Main Dr. New Hope, AL 35760

256.851.3280

newhopehighschool. mcssk12.org 7-12th Grade

New Market Elementary 155 College St. New Market, AL 35761

256.851.3250

newmarketelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-6th Grade

Owens Cross Roads Elementary 161 Wilson Mann Rd. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763 | 256.851.3240

owenscrossroads elementaryschool. mcssk12.org

PK-4th Grade

Riverton Elementary

2615 Winchester Rd. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.4650 rivertonelementary school.mcssk12.org

PK-3rd Grade

Riverton Intermediate School

399 Homer Nance Rd. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.4640

rivertonintermediate school.mcssk12.org

4-6th Grade

Sparkman High School

2616 Jeff Rd. Harvest, AL 35749

256.837.0331 sparkmanhighschool. mcssk12.org 10-12th Grade

Sparkman Middle School 2697 Carters Gin Rd. Toney, AL 35773

256.851.4610 sparkmanmiddle school.mcssk12.org 6-8th Grade

Sparkman Ninth Grade School 2680 Jeff Rd. Harvest, AL 35749

256.851.4560 sparkmanninthgrade school.mcssk12.org 9th Grade

Walnut Grove Elementary 1961 Joe Quick Rd. New Market, AL 35761

256.851.4690 walnutgroveelementary school.mcssk12.org PK-6th Grade

Huntsville City

256.428.6800 huntsvillecityschools.org

Academy for Academics and Arts Elementary 4800 Sparkman Dr. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7600 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/aaaes PK-5th Grade

Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School 4800 Sparkman Dr. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7600 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/aaams 6-8th Grade

Academy for Science & Foreign Language

Elementary

3221 Mastin Lake Rd. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7000

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/asfle PK-5th Grade

Academy for Science & Foreign Language

Middle School

3221 Mastin Lake Rd. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7000 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/asflms 6-8th Grade

Artemis Virtual Academy K-6

1321 Woodmont Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.428.8005

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/ava K-6th Grade

Artemis Virtual Academy 7-12

2500 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.428.8005

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/ava 7-12th Grade

Blossomwood Elementary

1321 Woodmont Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.428.7020

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/bes PK-6th Grade

Chaffee Elementary 7900 Whittier Rd. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.428.7040

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/cfes PK-5th Grade

Challenger Elementary 13555 Chaney

Thompson Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

256.428.7060

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/cres PK-5th Grade

Challenger Middle School

13555 Chaney Thompson Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

256.428.7620

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/crms 6-8th Grade

Chapman Middle School 2006 Reuben Dr. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.428.7640

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/cpms 6-8th Grade

Columbia High School 300 Explorer Blvd. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.428.7576

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/chs 9-12th Grade

Farley Elementary 2900 Green Cove Rd. Huntsville, AL 35803

256.428.7160

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/fes PK-5th Grade

Goldsmith-Schiffman

Elementary 1210 Taylor Rd. Huntsville, AL 35763

256.428.7150

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/ges PK-5th Grade

Grissom High School

1001 Haysland Rd. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.428.8000

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/ghs 9-12th Grade

Hampton Cove

Elementary

261-A Old Hwy. 431 Huntsville, AL 35763

256.428.7180

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hces PK-5th Grade

Hampton Cove

Middle School

261-B Old Hwy. 431 Huntsville, AL 35763

256.428.8380

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hcms 6-8th Grade

Highlands Elementary

2500 Barney Ter. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7200

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hes PK-6th Grade

Huntsville Center for Technology

2603 N. Memorial Pkwy. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7810

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hct 9-12th Grade

Riverton Elementary

Huntsville High School

2304 Billie Watkins Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.428.8050 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hhs 9-12th Grade

Huntsville Junior High School 817 Adams Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.428.7700

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/hjhs 6-8th Grade

James I Dawson Elementary

5308 Mastin Lake Rd. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7500

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/jdes PK-6th Grade

Jemison High School 5000 Pulaski Pk. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.8100 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/jhs 9-12th Grade

Jones Valley Elementary

4908 Garth Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.428.7220 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/jves PK-6th Grade

Lakewood Elementary

3501 Kenwood Dr. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7240 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/les PK-6th Grade

Lee High School 2500 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.428.8150 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/lhs 9-12th Grade

Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 3112 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.428.7100

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mlkjes PK-5th Grade

McDonnell Elementary 4010 Binderton Pl. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.428.7280 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mdes PK-5th Grade

Monte Sano Elementary 1107 Monte Sano Blvd. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.428.7300 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mses PK-6th Grade

Montview Elementary 2600 Garvin Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7320 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mves PK-5th Grade

Morris Elementary 4801 Bob Wallace Ave. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.428.7340

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mes PK-5th Grade

Rolling Hills Elementary 2901 Hilltop Ter. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7400 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/rhes PK-6th Grade

Ronald E. McNair Jr. High 5000 Pulaski Pk. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.428.7660

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mjhs 7-8th Grade

Sonnie Hereford Elementary 2755 Wilson St. Huntsville, AL 35816

256.428.7440 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/shes PK-6th Grade

Weatherly Heights Elementary 1307 Cannstatt Dr. Huntsville, AL 35803

Morris Middle School 4801 Bob Wallace Ave. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.428.7340

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mms 6-8th Grade

Mountain Gap Elementary 821 Mountain Gap Rd. Huntsville, AL 35803

256.428.7720

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mges PK-5th Grade

Mountain Gap

Middle School 821 Mountain Gap Rd. Huntsville, AL 35803

256.428.7720

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/mgms 6-8th Grade

New Century Technology High School 2500 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.428.7800

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/ncths 9-12th Grade

Providence Elementary 10 Chalkstone St. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.428.7125

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/pes PK-5th Grade

Ridgecrest Elementary 3505 Cerro Vista Dr. SW Huntsville, AL 35805

256.428.7380

huntsvillecityschools. org/o/res PK-5th Grade

Columbia Elementary

667 Balch Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.430.2751

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/10

K-5th Grade

Discovery Middle School 1304 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.837.3735

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/11

6-8th Grade

Heritage Elementary 11775 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.772.2075

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/12

K-5th Grade

Horizon Elementary 7855 Old Madison Pk. Madison, AL 35758

256.464.3614

256.428.7460 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/whes PK-5th Grade

Whitesburg Elementary 107 Sanders Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.428.7780 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/wbes PK-5th Grade

Whitesburg Middle School 107 Sanders Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.428.7780 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/wbms 6-8th Grade

Williams Elementary 155 Barren Fork Blvd. SW Huntsville, AL 35824

256.428.7540 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/wles PK-5th Grade

Williams Middle School

155 Barren Fork Blvd. SW Huntsville, AL 35824

256.428.7330 huntsvillecityschools. org/o/wlms 6-8th Grade

Madison City

256.464.8370 madisoncity.k12.al.us

Bob Jones

High School

650 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.772.2547 madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/8 9-12th Grade

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/13 K-5th Grade

James Clemens High School 11306 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.216.5313

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/9 9-12th Grade

Journey Middle School 217 Celtic Dr. Madison, AL 35758

256.774.4695

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/2461

6-8th Grade

Liberty Middle School 281 Dock Murphy Dr. Madison, AL 35758

256.430.0001

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/14

6-8th Grade

Madison Elementary 17 College St. Madison, AL 35758

256.772.9255

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/15

K-5th Grade

Midtown Elementary 140 Coefer Blvd. Madison, AL 35758

256.837.1189

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/18

K-5th Grade

Mill Creek Elementary 847 Mill Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.774.4690

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/16

PK-5th Grade

Rainbow Elementary

50 Nance Rd.

Madison, AL 35758

256.824.8106

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/17

K-5th Grade

RISE Academy

74 Nance Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.774.0425

madisoncity.k12.al.

us/RISE 9-12th Grade

West Madison Pre-K Center

4976 Wall Triana Hwy. Madison, AL 35758

256.824.8080

madisoncity.k12.al.us/ domain/19

PK

Limestone County Private Schools

Athens Bible School

700 U.S. Hwy. 31 N Athens, AL 35611

256.232.3525

athensbible.com

PK-12th Grade

Lindsay Lane Christian Academy East Campus 13902 Bradford Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.233.0411

lindsaylanechristian academy.org

K3-1st Grade

Lindsay Lane Christian Academy West Campus* 705 W. Sanderfer Rd. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.3778

lindsaylanechristian academy.org 2-12th Grade

Athens City Schools

Athens City

256.233.6600

acs-k12.org

Athens Elementary 515 N. Madison St. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6609

aes.acs-k12.org

PK-3rd Grade

Athens High School

655 U.S. Hwy. 31 N Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6613

ahs.acs-k12.org

9-12th Grade

Athens Intermediate School

1916 U.S. Hwy. 72 W Athens, AL 35611

256.230.2880

ais.acs-k12.org 4-5th Grade

Athens Middle School

100 U.S. Hwy. 31 N Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6620

ams.acs-k12.org

6-8th Grade

Athens Renaissance School

601 S. Clinton St. Athens, AL 35611

256.771.7147

ars.acs-k12.org

K-12th Grade

FAME Academy at Brookhill Elementary

320 Brookhill Dr. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6603

bes.acs-k12.org

PK-3rd Grade

Julian Newman

Elementary

571 Julian Newman Dr. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6630

jnes.acs-k12.org

PK-3rd Grade

Renaissance Virtual School

405 South St. E Athens, AL 35611

256.771.0752

renaissancev.acs-k12.org 4-12th Grade

SPARK Academy at Cowart Elementary

1701 W. Hobbs St. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.6627

ces.acs-k12.org

PK-3rd Grade

Morgan County Private Schools

Bethel Baptist School

1301 Bethel Rd. NE Hartselle, AL 35640

256.773.2154

bbshartselle.org

K3-8th Grade

Decatur Heritage

Christian Academy

3802 Spring Ave. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.351.4275

dhca.org

K4-12th Grade

Saint Ann Catholic School

3910 Spring Ave. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.353.6543

saintanndecatur.org

PK-5th Grade

Decatur City Schools

Decatur City 256.552.3000 dcs.edu

Austin High School 3004 Modaus Rd. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.3060

ahs.dcs.edu

10-12th Grade

Austin Junior High School 1625 Danville Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3045

ajhs.dcs.edu

8-9th Grade

Austin Middle School 2715 Danville Rd. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.4622

ams.dcs.edu 6-7th Grade

Austinville Elementary 2320 Clara Ave. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3050

aves.dcs.edu

K-5th Grade

Banks-Caddell Elementary 211 Gordon Dr. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3040

bce.dcs.edu

K-5th Grade

Benjamin Davis Elementary 417 Monroe Dr. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3025

bde.dcs.edu K-2nd Grade

B.E.S.T. Pre-K Academy 514 Fourth St. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3984 dcs.edu/o/best PK

Career Academies of Decatur 1229 Westmead St. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.560.6821 cad.dcs.edu 9-12th Grade

Chestnut Grove Elementary 3205 Cedarhurst Dr. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.3092

cge.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

Decatur Middle School 1011 Prospect Dr. SE Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3035

dms.dcs.edu 6-8th Grade

Decatur High School 910 Somerville Rd. SE Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3011

dhs.dcs.edu 9-12th Grade

Eastwood Elementary 1802 26th Ave. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3043

ewe.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

Excel Center 1229 Westmead St. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3067 excel.dcs.edu 6-12th Grade

Frances Nungester Elementary 726 Tammy St. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.3079

fn.dcs.edu

K-5th Grade

Julian Harris Elementary 1922 McAuliffe Dr. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.3096

jhe.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

Leon Sheffield Magnet Elementary 801 Wilson St. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3056

lsm.dcs.edu 3-5th Grade

Oak Park Elementary 1218 16th Ave. SE Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3033

ope.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

Walter Jackson Elementary 1950 Park St. Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3031 wje.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

West Decatur Elementary 708 Memorial Dr. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.552.3027

wde.dcs.edu K-5th Grade

Woodmeade Elementary 1400 19th Ave. Decatur, AL 35603

256.552.3023

wme.dcs.edu

K-5th Grade

Higher Education

A number of colleges and universities contribute to the educational landscape in Huntsville and the surrounding area. Those seeking undergraduate or graduate degrees or specialized training will find reputable options offering top academic programs on beautiful campuses in a rapidly growing city with abundant career opportunities.

Ranking No. 5 on Niche’s 2025 list of the best colleges in the state, the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has earned a reputation as a leading public research university. To accommodate a student body of more than 8,500, the university has six colleges that offer over 100 degree programs. Its nearly 500-acre campus is home to 17 high-tech research centers and labs – responsible for approximately $154 million in yearly research expenditures. UAH also maintains partnerships with federal agencies and leading organizations including NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the Missile Defense Agency, and the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, which complement the university’s rigorous academic programs.

Alabama A&M University, which recently celebrated the 150th anniversary of its founding, was named one of the top 50 universities in the South on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 list. The school provides over 60 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs and concentrations, involving engineering, agricultural sciences, business, education, and the arts. The picturesque campus, located on “The Hill,” provides a traditional college atmosphere and includes historic buildings and modern facilities.

Boasting affordability and flexibility, Drake State Community & Technical College allows students to continue their education in programs ranging from accounting and business administration to esthetics, hospitality management,

DID YOU KNOW?

Through the Alabama Direct Admission Program, high school seniors living in Alabama can now be admitted to participating in-state colleges and universities without submitting an application. Called a streamlined “direct admission approach,” students complete a Match profile, upload their transcripts, and then wait for schools to send them admission offers and scholarships.

and nursing. The community college plays a critical role in preparing students for immediate employment and career advancement.

Renowned for its faith-based education and commitment to service, Oakwood University is a private Seventh-day Adventist institution. The university offers 50+ majors and several graduate programs, with strengths in the health sciences, theology, business, and education. Another local faith-based institution is Huntsville Bible College, conferring degrees in ministry and theology.

Huntsville is also home to several satellite campuses. Faulkner University’s Huntsville campus offers associate and bachelor’s degrees tailored for working professionals. For those interested in aviation or aerospace, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal

is part of a larger network providing the most comprehensive collection of air and space-related degrees in the world.

A short drive away, Decatur-based Calhoun Community College makes higher education affordable and accessible to 10,000 students in its four-county service area, while also providing smooth transfer options to four-year universities. Calhoun partners with Athens State University to oversee the Alabama Center for the Arts, which offers affordable arts degrees with a private arts college experience.

In nearby Athens, Athens State University is known for its upperdivision programs that cater to transfer and nontraditional students. With a strong focus on adult learners and career advancement, Athens State offers both in-person and online courses designed to meet the needs of the working professional.  Alabama prioritizes higher education with agencies like the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, which seeks to give Alabama citizens reasonable access to quality collegiate and university education. The Commission is integral in policy planning, resource allocation, and advocacy for students and educational institutions statewide. To make higher education affordable, Alabama offers a range of state-funded financial aid programs, including the Alabama Student Assistance Program, and nonprofit organization Alabama Promise is breaking down the barriers to higher education through programs like Alabama Goes to College.

Alabama A&M University*

4900 MERIDIAN ST. N, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811

256.372.5000 | AAMU.EDU

Founded in 1875, Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University (AAMU) is a historic, community-focused institution of higher learning with a strong commitment to academic excellence. The intimate campus is situated on “The Hill” just a short distance from downtown Huntsville. AAMU offers more than 60 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs and concentrations, a diverse faculty, and over 50 student organizations. The university’s academic curriculum is organized into four colleges: College of Agricultural, Life, and Natural Sciences; College of Engineering, Technology, and Physical Sciences; College of Education, Humanities, and Behavioral Sciences; and College of Business and Public Affairs. Enrollment is just over 7,290 students with 800 staff and faculty members.

Alabama Center for the Arts*

133 SECOND AVE. NE, DECATUR, AL 35601

256.260.4293 | ALABAMACENTERFORTHEARTS.ORG

The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) represents a dynamic partnership between Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. The alliance provides a home for students to engage in active creative learning in a vibrant and supportive environment. At ACA, students can earn Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, and Master of Fine Arts degrees in order to pursue careers in musical, visual, and performing arts – all at the cost of a community college. The campus, located in downtown Decatur, consists of two state-of-the-art buildings that include gallery spaces, a recital hall, black box theatre, and recording studio, with more buildings in the works as the institution continues to grow. ACA’s new, modern residence hall houses 49 apartments inside a three-story building, also in downtown Decatur.

Athens State University*

300 N. BEATY ST., ATHENS, AL 35611

256.233.8100 | ATHENS.EDU

Founded in 1822, Athens State University is the oldest educational institution of higher learning in Alabama. The university is dedicated solely to helping transfer students finish their degrees and awards both bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Students can choose between more than 50 majors and over 40 minors in the colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, and Education. Many flexible online and hybrid learning opportunities are also available, catering especially to untraditional college students and working adults. With a student-faculty ratio of 14:1, students also benefit from more personalized attention and individualized learning.

Calhoun Community College

6250 HWY. 31 N, TANNER, AL 35671

102 WYNN DR. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35805

256.306.2500 | CALHOUN.EDU

With locations in Decatur and Huntsville, Calhoun Community College is the largest of the two-year institutions comprising the Alabama Community College System. Open-admission and state-supported, the comprehensive community college provides affordable and accessible education to approximately 10,000 students in its four-county service area. It offers more than 100 associate degree options and career and certificate programs, with its top three award-producing degree programs being general studies, advanced manufacturing, and registered nursing. Calhoun’s Huntsville campus inside Cummings Research Park is the only two-year college campus in the country located in a major research park. Additionally, Calhoun’s dual enrollment program boasts over 1,000 students and continues to grow.

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Drake State Community & Technical College

3421 MERIDIAN ST. N, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811

256.539.8161 | DRAKESTATE.EDU

Drake State Community & Technical College strives to prepare students for the workforce with a mix of academics, technical training programs, and grant-funded initiatives, all at an affordable price. Students can choose from a number of pathways to continue their education including associate degrees, certificate programs, industry certification, and apprenticeships, with programs ranging from advanced manufacturing and automotive to health sciences and hospitality management. Drake State has transfer agreements with every public fouryear university in the state, allowing students to automatically transfer after earning an associate degree. Additionally, Drake State is designated a Caring Campus by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change, meaning that faculty members are dedicated to creating the best experience for every student.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityHuntsville Campus*

3495 PATTON RD., REDSTONE ARSENAL, AL 35898

256.489.0481 | WORLDWIDE.ERAU.EDU/HUNTSVILLE

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world’s largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace. Located at Redstone Arsenal, Embry-Riddle’s Huntsville site offers certificates and associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees that cater specifically to military personnel and veterans, as well as civilians. Multiple learning modalities, including classroom, online, and virtual classroom instruction, are offered at this site to best suit students’ learning style and schedule. Expert faculty and a supportive environment ensure that students succeed on their educational path in aviation.

Faulkner UniversityHuntsville Campus

420 WYNN DR. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35805

256.830.2626 | FAULKNER.EDU/HUNTSVILLE-CAMPUS

For more than 30 years, Huntsville has served as one of several satellite campuses for Montgomery-based Faulkner University, a Christian liberal arts university. The Huntsville campus offers four associate degrees and 12 bachelor’s degrees, including two fully online degrees – business and human resource management. While tuition and fees vary by program, financial aid is available. Boasting strong Christian roots and a strict adherence to integrity and character, the university strives to help students realize their academic and professional goals.

Huntsville Bible College*

906 OAKWOOD AVE. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811

256.469.7536 | HUNTSVILLEBIBLECOLLEGE.ORG

Huntsville Bible College (HBC) is a postsecondary biblical institution that confers associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, as well as a Doctor of Ministry. While originally founded as Huntsville Baptist Institute in 1986 in order to serve future preachers and church leaders, the college has since expanded its program offerings to include multiple courses of study. As a nontraditional institution, HBC offers evening classes to accommodate adult learners both on campus and online.

Oakwood University*

7000 ADVENTIST BLVD. NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35896

256.726.7356 | OAKWOOD.EDU

Oakwood University is a Seventh-day Adventist institution with undergraduate and graduate programs grounded in biblically-based education. The university’s over 50 majors are divided across five schools: the School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business & Information Systems, School of Graduate Studies, School of Health Professions Services, Education & Social Sciences, and School of Theology. The university offers state-of-the-art classrooms, modern and spacious dormitories, numerous study areas, nature trails across its 1,185 acres, and more. Through the Adventist Colleges Abroad organization, students can also study in other countries, such as Spain, France, and Taiwan. Oakwood University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and a number of program accrediting agencies.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville*

301 SPARKMAN DR., HUNTSVILLE, AL 35899

256.824.1000 | UAH.EDU

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is a public comprehensive research university located as the anchor tenant of Cummings Research Park in Huntsville, Alabama. UAH offers more than 100 programs of study in six colleges, as well as nationally ranked degree and research programs. The university pairs its top-tier academics with strong industry and government partnerships ranging from HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, and various aerospace and defense contractors. UAH students hail from 49 states and internationally to make up a student body of more than 8,500. With more than 200 student organizations, an active fraternity and sorority community, 15 NCAA Division II sport programs, student government, and more, there are plenty of opportunities for students to get involved outside of the classroom. Additionally, more than 82% of all UAH alumni reside in Alabama, contributing to the local and state economies.

Real Estate in the Rocket City

Nestled in the Tennessee Valley and surrounded by mountains connected to the Cumberland Plateau, Huntsville is home to a thriving economy and continuously growing population. A low cost of living, competitive schools, and premier medical facilities bolster the city’s status as a top place to live in the Southeast.

Huntsville is the most populous city in the state of Alabama with an estimated population of 249,102 residents as of July 2025. Since the 2020 census, the city of Huntsville has seen its population increase by almost 16%, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. In response to this growth, more than 20,500 new housing units have been added since 2020 to meet the needs of the area’s growing population.

Driving this growth, Huntsville continues to be recognized in the media. Frequently in the top 10, U.S. News & World Report named Huntsville as one of the best places to live in the United States in 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025. Livability also ranked Huntsville as one of the best places to live in the country, given its strong performance in affordability, housing, environment, and transportation, and Niche placed Huntsville’s Madison County on its 2025 list of “Best Counties to Live in America.”

Convenient transportation is a plus for Rocket City residents. Sitting at the convergence of I-65, I-565, and U.S. Route 72, Huntsville area residents can easily travel to nearby cities including Nashville, Chattanooga, Birmingham, Memphis, and Atlanta. Ranked No. 1 on Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards for “Best Small Airports,” Huntsville International Airport (HSV) boasts short and smooth-running security and check-in lines. Five airlines offer nonstop flights to 18 cities such as Chicago, Tampa, New York City, Houston, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C.

DID YOU KNOW?

According to the 20192023 American Community Survey, Huntsville’s largest age group is 20-24 years, with this group making up 8.93% of the total population.

Attractive to new residents, the cost of living in the Greater Huntsville area is 9% lower than the national average. According to U.S. News & World Report, the median housing cost is nearly 19% lower than the national average.

A vibrant, ever-evolving arts scene has transformed the Rocket City into one of the Southeast’s most exciting arts destinations. From landmark art institutions, immersive public art, and dynamic theater troupes to a calendar brimming with festivals, Huntsville visitors and residents enjoy a wide spectrum of art genres.

Surrounded by foothills and mountains, outdoor enthusiasts are treated to the best of what northern Alabama has to offer. Sprawling greenways, nature preserves, serene waterfronts, and state and neighborhood parks offer biking and hiking trails, caverns and caves, water adventures, and outdoor sport activities of all kinds.

The Greater Huntsville area has a thriving food and drink scene. From Southern comfort foods to delicious international fare, casual to whitetablecloth dining, and exquisite coffees, finely crafted beers, and innovative drinks, Huntsville enjoys the best of all culinary experiences.

Madison County’s three major school districts, Madison County Schools, Huntsville City Schools, and Madison City Schools, collectively serve over 56,000 students across a myriad of campuses. Award-winning teachers and top-performing schools are just a few of the commonalities among these districts. Additionally, all three are committed to helping older students succeed in post-secondary education through opportunities such as Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses. Madison County is also home to more than 30 private institutions, some of which are ranked among the best in the state of Alabama. Decatur and Athens students are respectively served by Decatur and Athens City Schools, as well as a number of private school choices.

The Greater Huntsville area is home to three major healthcare systems – Huntsville Hospital Health System, UAB Medicine, and Crestwood Medical Center, all of which have been recognized for their comprehensive care to patients at multiple locations across the region. Also serving the area is the award-winning Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital.

Clift Farm

Built on a century-old family farm in Madison, Clift Farm broke ground in 2018 and has grown to become one of North Alabama’s most desired mixeduse communities. Premier residential housing is just a stone’s throw away from restaurants, workspaces, and a retail village anchored by Publix.

REAL ESTATE: The master-planned community boasts a variety of home styles, including single-family homes, multi-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums. Homes offer a range of floor plans and finishes designed with comfort and convenience in mind. Many homes are move-in ready, with smart layouts and quality construction designed for everyday comfort and long-term value. Meanwhile, Clift Farm’s apartment home properties offer both modern conveniences and easy access to Madison and the surrounding area.

EDUCATION: Ardent Preschool & Daycare belongs to the Clift Farm community, while older students are zoned for Endeavor Elementary, Monrovia Middle, and Sparkman High schools. Private education is also available nearby. Higher education institutions including the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Oakwood University, Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus, and Faulkner University - Huntsville are a 20-minute drive away.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Residents can find dental, eye, and chiropractic care, as well as a spa and fitness studio, inside the Clift Farm development. Award-winning Madison Hospital can be reached in minutes and provides emergency, maternity, surgical, laboratory, and rehabilitative services. Also located in Madison are Huntsville Hospital and Crestwood Medical physician groups.

OUTDOORS: Clift Farm offers sought-after amenities such as a clubhouse with a pool and Village Green – a community-oriented outdoor gathering space. Featuring a stage and plenty of open green space, Village Green regularly plays host to live music, fall festivals, Christmas markets, farmers markets, and much more.

Downtown Huntsville

With a mix of historic neighborhoods and luxury lofts, downtown Huntsville offers urban living at its best. Families and professionals of all ages are taking advantage of this thriving area with its proximity to high-quality education and prominent employers.

REAL ESTATE: Within this area, stunning traditional homes are found in the Twickenham, Old Town, and Five Points historic districts. Homes dating back to the 1800s present distinct and beautifully preserved architectures. Twickenham Square, an upscale, mixed-use development, offers city dwellers luxury apartments conveniently located to a Publix and popular restaurants. Front Row, an 11+-acre, mixed-use development, has plans to offer high-end apartments in the near future. To the southeast of this area is the Blossomwood community, where homeowners can find both historic homes and newer construction, all within close proximity to downtown Huntsville. As part of Blossomwood, there are several neighborhoods such as Mountain Brook, Montdale, Fagan Springs Estates, Briarcliff, Owens, Briarwood Estates, Monterrey, Daleview, and Mountain Springs.

EDUCATION : Elementary students can attend Monte Sano, Chapman, and Blossomwood elementary schools. Middle schools include Chapman Middle and Huntsville Junior High, while area high schools include Lee and Huntsville high schools. Several private schools and New Century Technology High School, a STEM magnet high school, are located close by. Offering higher education in the area are Alabama A&M University, Huntsville Bible College, and Drake State Community & Technical College.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : The Huntsville Medical District is immediately adjacent to downtown and home to some of the region’s best medical facilities. The district includes Trinity Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital Medical Mall, Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children, Huntsville Hospital Physician Care, Blackwell Medical Tower, and UAB Medicine.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: The Quigley entertainment district encompasses the Von Braun Center, Broadway Theatre League, and the Huntsville Museum of Art. The Weeden House Museum and Garden and EarlyWorks Children’s Museum are also popular attractions. A local favorite, the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra is the longest continuously operating professional orchestra in Alabama.

West Huntsville

An epicenter for the arts, dining, and recreation, West Huntsville is quickly becoming the place to be. With a variety of housing options available, West Huntsville is an easy choice for young professionals and growing families.

REAL ESTATE: Residents can choose from a wide range of homes – from charming bungalows and starter homes to modern new construction – all within minutes of downtown Huntsville. The Lowe Mill District offers singlefamily homes, custom-built residences, and townhomes. Among others, Westlawn, Belmont, and College Park are quiet neighborhoods known for their affordable singlehome prices. The Gallery, The Foundry at Stovehouse, and Mural at Stovehouse offer luxury apartments.

EDUCATION: Public schools include Ridgecrest, Morris, and McDonnell elementary schools, Morris and Williams middle schools, and Columbia and Huntsville high schools. Several private schools are also a short drive away. Colleges, including the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus, Faulkner University - Huntsville Campus, Columbia College - Redstone Arsenal, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Huntsville Campus, are close by.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : For medical care, residents of West Huntsville are just minutes from downtown’s Medical District and Huntsville Hospital, Blackwell Medical Tower, and Huntsville Hospital Medical Mall. Clearview Cancer Institute’s Russel Hill location is also conveniently located in the area.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: At the center of the arts and entertainment scene in West Huntsville are Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, Campus No. 805, and Stovehouse. Lowe Mill, the largest privately owned arts facility in the Southeast, showcases artists, craftspeople, and live performances. Campus No. 805 offers unique food establishments, local breweries, and the Stone Event Center. One of its most popular events is 805 After Five, a free concert series held at Butler Green Park. A popular destination for dining, shopping, and entertainment, Stovehouse features multiple stages for live music. Other nearby arts and entertainment centers include Fantasy Playhouse, Shenanigans Comedy Theatre, Levity Live, and Theatre Huntsville.

MidCity

Built on land formerly occupied by a regional mall, MidCity District is a thoughtfully planned mixeduse community where residents enjoy comfortable dwellings and a wide range of amenities.

REAL ESTATE: Within the MidCity District, luxury apartment complexes Arcadia, Encore MidCity, Anthem House, Metronome, and Wellory Living offer best-in-class lodging along with numerous amenities. Close by is the Village of Providence – a master-planned, mixed-use community offering a mix of housing, retail, and dining options. Other accommodating homes can be found in the Potters Mill subdivision, popular among young families and retirees. At Midtowne on the Park, residents enjoy a gym, playground, clubhouse, pool, and walking trails, plus close proximity to shopping and dining.

EDUCATION: Schools serving the area include McDonnell, Providence, Morris, and Ridgecrest elementary schools, Morris Middle School, and Huntsville and Columbia high schools. Several private schools also accommodate local students. The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Oakwood University, Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus, and Faulkner University - Huntsville are higher education options not far from MidCity.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: MidCity residents can reach the Huntsville Medical District, as well as Madison Hospital and Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care, in under 20 minutes. Medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services are also close by.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: Arts and entertainment thrive in and around MidCity. Built in 2022, the 8,000-capacity Orion Amphitheater hosts acclaimed musicians, cultural events, and community gatherings. Adding to the fun is The Camp – an outdoor bar and restaurant with live music and entertainment every night. Family-fun venues like Topgolf and Dave & Buster’s are right around the corner.

Madison

First known as Madison Station, the town of Madison was incorporated in 1869. Today, the city is celebrated for its quaint downtown, high-quality schools, and highly educated workforce.

REAL ESTATE: Those living in or moving to Madison have a wide range of choices for their residences, including single-family homes, townhomes, lofts, condos, and luxury apartments. Downtown Madison, also referred to as the Madison Station Historic District, offers a mix of shops and homes. Town Madison is a walkable community that features both apartments and houses across four districts, as well as shopping and dining. Clift Farm is a similar Southernstyle, mixed-use residential community, while Bradford Station is a community of new single-story townhomes. Rockhouse Landing is considered to be one of the most high-end neighborhoods in Madison.

EDUCATION: Madison’s youngest students can attend Madison, Midtown, Heritage, Horizon, Legacy, Rainbow, Discovery, Mill Creek, and Columbia elementary schools. Older students can attend Liberty, Journey, and Discovery middle schools and Bob Jones and James Clemens high schools. Several private schools, including some of Alabama’s top-rated private schools, are nearby. The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus, Oakwood University, and Faulkner University - Huntsville are a short drive from Madison.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Opened in 2012 to meet the needs of a growing city, Madison Hospital is a 90-bed hospital offering a variety of nationally recognized services. Huntsville Hospital and Crestwood Medical physician groups are additionally located in Madison. Madison residents can reach Huntsville’s Medical District in less than 30 minutes.

SHOPPING: Madison residents can take advantage of a wide range of shops and specialty food stores. Among the most popular shopping areas are The Shoppes of Madison and nearby Bridge Street Town Centre. Big-box stores such as Walmart Supercenter and Costco Wholesale are close by. Favorites for locally grown foods include Madison City Farmers Market and The Providence Market.

Town Madison

Designed by world-renowned urbanist planner Andres Duany, Town Madison is a walkable community teeming with dining, shopping, and entertainment. The 563-acre development is a hot spot for families of all ages.

REAL ESTATE: Whether choosing a home on the hill, which overlooks all of Town Madison, a townhome, or an apartment, Town Madison residents are sure to experience smalltown charm in one of North Alabama’s most dynamic new neighborhoods. New homes boast a range of architectural styles to suit every lifestyle with quality restaurants and shops a short distance away. Residents can expect beautifully designed homes tailored to modern lifestyles, complemented by convenient amenities and community spaces.

EDUCATION : In Town Madison, students are zoned for Madison City Schools, with high school students attending Bob Jones High School. A number of private schools are nearby as well. Those interested in higher education can pursue degrees at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Oakwood University, Faulkner University - Huntsville, and Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus – all close to home.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : Premiere Dental Spa at Town Madison offers general and cosmetic dentistry, among other services. When it comes to healthcare institutions, Town Madison residents have their pick of local options including Madison Hospital, Huntsville Hospital, and Crestwood Medical Center. Several pharmacies, including Publix Pharmacy at Madison Centre, are also nearby.

ENTERTAINMENT: Town Madison’s Toyota Field is home to the Rocket City Trash Pandas, a MiLB Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. The stadium has a game capacity of 7,500 and offers indoor and outdoor seating, a children’s play area, and a team souvenir store. Toyota Field also hosts events throughout the year such as the Rocket City Christmas Light Show and the Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair. Also in Town Madison is Escapology, an escape game perfect for team building and celebrating special events.

Jones Valley

Offering a unique suburban experience that mixes urban and rural charm, Jones Valley is located just south of downtown Huntsville. The area was founded by Carl T. Jones in 1939, and today it boasts a variety of homes ranging from mid-century houses to brand-new construction.

REAL ESTATE: A wide range of single-family executive and luxury homes are attracting residents to the Jones Valley area. Neighborhoods within Jones Valley include Jones Valley Estates, Jones Valley Gardens, Tannahill Estates, Westbury Estates, Villas at Jones Valley, Somerby at Jones Farm, and Fleming Meadows. Lendon of Huntsville is a new, vibrant community within Jones Valley with homes that incorporate classic Southern architecture.

EDUCATION: Students living in Jones Valley are served by Huntsville City Schools. Elementary schools include Jones Valley, Chaffee, Weatherly Heights, and Whitesburg elementary schools. Middle and high school students can attend Huntsville Middle, Huntsville High, and Grissom High schools. Several of the area’s private schools are also nearby.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Crestwood Medical Center is the closest ER in Jones Valley, while Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care provides a walk-in clinic to the area. Huntsville Hospital Physician Care and Crestwood Medical Group Primary Care at Bailey Cove are also conveniently located in Jones Valley.

OUTDOORS AND PARKS: One of the most appealing aspects of Jones Valley is the outdoor activities. Residents enjoy hiking and biking on an extensive network of trails, including the Jones Valley Loop Trail and the Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. A few miles south of Jones Valley at Ditto Landing, kayakers take to the waters. Golf can be enjoyed at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove. Private clubs nearby include Hampton House, The Ledges, and Valley Hill Country Club.

Big Cove

Resting in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the Big Cove area is located south of Huntsville and includes masterplanned communities Hampton Cove and McMullen Cove. Big Cove is ideal for all ages, featuring walking trails, parks and playgrounds, and the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove – all within easy reach of neighborhoods and workplaces.

REAL ESTATE: Hampton Cove features more than 2,000 homes – everything from townhomes and single-family homes to multimillion-dollar estate luxury homes. There are currently 20 neighborhoods that make up Hampton Cove, including Hampton Station, Valley Cove, Grande Highland Estates, Mallards Landing, and Flint Mill. In nearby McMullen Cove, popular neighborhoods include Abby Glen, Avonlea, Kenthurst, Lyla’s Gate, McMullen Place, Old Cove, Sanders Hill, and Silo Hill.

EDUCATION : Students living in Big Cove are served by both Huntsville City Schools and Madison County Schools. Area schools include Hampton Cove Elementary, Madison County Elementary, Goldsmith-Schiffman Elementary, Hampton Cove Middle, Huntsville High School, and Madison County High School. A handful of private schools are located close by.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : Big Cove residents have Huntsville Hospital Physician Care at Hampton Cove and are a short drive away from the Huntsville Medical District and Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care in Jones Valley. Crestwood Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital Physician Care at Bailey Cove, and Crestwood Medical Group Primary Care at Bailey Cove are nearby options for medical care.

OUTDOORS AND PARKS: The Big Cove area boasts lakes and ponds, miles of paved walkways, and neighborhood parks. Golfers enjoy the famed 54-hole Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, built on 650 prime acres in Hampton Cove. Membership-only Hampton House is a local favorite for swimming, tennis, fitness, and special events, while nearby McMullen Cove offers an Olympic-size pool, tennis courts, and Sublett Pointe Park. Big Cove residents can also take advantage of outdoor recreation at the Big Cove Creek Greenway, Flint River Greenway, Goldsmith-Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary, and Hays Nature Preserve.

Owens Cross Roads

Resting in a broad valley carved out by the Flint River, Owens Cross Roads draws in residents with its small-town charm and rural beauty. Owens Cross Roads crossed the threshold to become a city in 2020 and continues to grow each year.

REAL ESTATE: Despite its smaller population, Owens Cross Roads is able to offer a variety of homes and neighborhoods. Both single-family and townhomes are available.

EDUCATION : Students in Owens Cross Roads can attend Owens Cross Roads and New Hope elementary schools and New Hope High School. Several private schools are located north of the city.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Neighboring New Hope provides Owens Cross Roads residents with a pharmacy and medical clinic. Many residents also seek medical care from Huntsville Hospital and Crestwood Medical groups in Hampton Cove and Jones Valley or the Medical District in downtown Huntsville.

OUTDOORS AND PARKS: Similar to other areas surrounding the city of Huntsville, residents of Owens Cross Roads enjoy an abundance of walking, hiking, and biking trails at Hays Nature Preserve and other locales. Close by are the Green Mountain Nature Preserve and Madison County Nature Trail. Also nearby are Goldsmith-Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary, Flint River Greenway, Big Cove Greenway, and Keel Mountain Preserve. A unique playground with an alpine theme, Cove Universal Playground accommodates children of all abilities.

Meridianville

Located just 15 minutes north of Huntsville, Meridianville gives residents easy access to employers and the city life while they enjoy the serenity and slower pace of this idyllic town.

REAL ESTATE : Real estate in Meridianville includes a mix of historic homes and new construction projects in family-friendly subdivisions. Among others, neighborhoods include Lennar at the Retreat, Colonial Pointe, Briercreek, Estates at Brierfield, Lynn Meadows, Kensington, and Cottages at Moores Mill.

EDUCATION : Students living in Meridianville are served by Madison County Schools. Schools include Lynn Fanning Elementary School, Moores Mill Intermediate School, Meridianville Middle School, and Hazel Green or Buckhorn high schools. Several private schools are nearby.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : Crestwood Medical Group Family Medicine is conveniently located in Meridianville, while Huntsville Hospital Hazel Green Pediatrics and Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care are just a fiveminute drive north. Meridianville residents can also reach Huntsville’s Medical District in 20 minutes.

OUTDOORS AND PARKS: Golfers frequent The Colonial Golf Club, an 18-hole public course with tee times available seven days a week. The Land Trust of North Alabama’s Wade Mountain Preserve is also nearby and features approximately 13 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. A 15-minute drive away, Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve has an additional 4.5 miles of trails to explore.

Athens

In neighboring Limestone County, Athens has four historic districts with beautiful homes dating back to the 1800s. Today, the city’s economy is powered by growth in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors.

REAL ESTATE: Downtown Athens features several distinctive homes built in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Surrounding the area are a number of residential subdivisions, each with their own unique characteristics. Some notable examples include Bainbridge, Westgate, Abbey Brook, Town Creek Trails, and Cambridge Place. Offering championship golf and more, Canebrake Club is a gated community where residents can enjoy country club perks in an elegant atmosphere.

EDUCATION: Elementary students living in Athens can attend Athens, FAME Academy at Brookhill, Julian Newman, and Spark Academy at Cowart elementary schools. Athens Intermediate School, Athens Middle School, and Athens High School cater to older students. Additionally, two private schools – Athens Bible School and Lindsay Lane Christian Academy – are located in Limestone County. Athens State University, the oldest institution of higher learning in Alabama, also serves the community.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS : Athens residents primarily seek out medical care at Athens-Limestone Hospital, a 71-bed hospital with more than 150 physicians. Primary care and family physician groups, along with urgent care facilities, are also available in the city.

SPORTS AND OUTDOORS: The City of Athens maintains seven public parks, the Athens Recreation Center, and several trails – including the shaded and scenic Athens Greenway and the Swan Creek Greenway Trail. The Richard Martin Trail is another popular spot for hikers, runners, bikers, and horseback riders. The Athens Sportsplex is a stateof-the-art facility that offers a number of recreation activities for Athens residents. Private club Canebrake caters to area golfers, while a short 20-minute drive provides fishing opportunities on the Elk River.

Decatur

Located on the Tennessee River in Morgan County, Decatur is known for its rich history and its vibrant culture. With top employers including GE Appliances, United Launch Alliance, 3M, Wayne Farms, and Daikin America, among others, the city is powered by manufacturing, cargo transit, and high-tech industries.

REAL ESTATE: Those seeking a home in Decatur have their pick of established and brand-new residences in the area, with many featuring waterfront views. Old Decatur and Albany are the city’s two historic districts that showcase styles such as Queen Anne, Victorian, and Craftsman. Some of the more popular neighborhoods in and around Decatur include Deerfoot Estates, Heritage Creek, Pointe Mallard Estates, Westmead, and Flint City.

EDUCATION: Students living in Decatur can attend Eastwood, Frances Nungester, Julian Harris, Leon Sheffield Magnet, Austinville, Benjamin Davis, Chestnut Grove, Oak Park, Walter Jackson, West Decatur, Woodemeade, and Banks-Caddell elementary schools. Middle school students can attend Austin Middle, Decatur Middle, and Austin Junior High, while high school students can attend Decatur and Austin high schools. Several private schools are located in or near Morgan County. The Alabama Center for the Arts confers associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in downtown Decatur, and Calhoun Community College provides affordable and accessible education in nearby Tanner.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: For medical care, Decatur residents primarily go to Decatur Morgan Hospital, a full-service community hospital that serves both Morgan and Lawrence counties. Primary care and family physician groups, along with urgent care facilities, are also available throughout the city.

OUTDOORS AND PARKS: Southeast of Decatur, the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge is home to 35,000 acres of naturally preserved woodland ideal for exploring; hiking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and birding are all popular activities at the refuge. Decatur’s Parks and Recreation Department operates 28 parks, 46 lighted tennis courts, walking trails, a disc golf course, softball and baseball fields, and much more. Point Mallard Park is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Decatur and contains a championship golf course, ice skating arena, trails, tennis courts, and a year-round campground. The park also plays host to popular local events including the Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic.

Guntersville

Known as “Alabama’s Lake City,” Guntersville is located on the southernmost tip of the Tennessee River. Surrounded by 950 miles of shoreline – including Lake Guntersville, the state’s largest lake – residents enjoy boating, water skiing, and fishing. With a mix of historic and waterfront homes to boot, the city is an attractive place to settle.

REAL ESTATE: Downtown Guntersville has 76 homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with styles ranging from Queen Anne to Spanish Colonial. Guntersville also offers stunning homes resting on the water or perched to enjoy picturesque lake views. Other popular spots are neighborhoods surrounding palatial golf courses such as Gunter’s Landing. Master-planned communities like SouthWater rest in the Guntersville city limits while providing multiple types of living opportunities paired with unbeatable amenities.

EDUCATION: Students are served by Guntersville City Schools, which operates Guntersville Elementary, Cherokee Elementary, Guntersville Middle, and Guntersville High schools. Marshall Technical School is a vocational and technical school in Guntersville. Several private schools are also located in Marshall County. Snead State Community College is in nearby Boaz, while its Workforce and Career Institute – a premier center for career and skills training – is located in Guntersville.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Residents primarily receive their medical care at Marshall Medical Centers, which includes Guntersville’s Marshall Medical North, a 90-bed acute care facility, as well as eight outpatient locations. More specialized care can be found at Huntsville Hospital, UAB Medicine, and Crestwood Medical Center, all less than one hour away.

SPORTS AND OUTDOORS: Lake Guntersville State Park is one of the top things to do in Guntersville –especially once the weather warms up. In addition to the lake, the state park has 36 miles of hiking and biking trails, an 18-hole championship golf course, a zipline, a beach complex, boat ramps, and much more. Anglers won’t want to miss the opportunity to catch big bass on Lake Guntersville. Meanwhile, the Guntersville Recreation Center maintains a three-pool complex, year-round gym, baseball and softball fields, and multiple lighted tennis courts.

Home & Interiors

Whether planning a room remodel or a ground-up build, Huntsville’s home and design professionals know how to get the job done. These talented individuals and companies are the driving force behind the city’s evolving neighborhoods and distinctive homes.

Homes across Madison County are a testament to the area’s architectural diversity – ranging from Colonials and Craftsmans to more contemporary styles, such as Modern Norwegian and Modern Prairie. Some homes afford water access to the region’s lakes and rivers, some offer beautiful bluff views, and others are located right in the heart of the bustling city. Those new to the Huntsville area will find fixer-uppers, brand-new constructions, and everything in between, with skilled home and design experts available to help turn houses into homes.

home builders and clients to customize spaces that reflect personal style and the demands of everyday life.

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Huntsville’s architectural community is committed to both honoring the past and embracing the future. Many architects specialize in renovating historic properties, ensuring that preservation and modern functionality go hand in hand. This expertise is visible in neighborhoods like Twickenham and Old Town, where careful restorations maintain the character of Victorian and antebellum homes while introducing presentday amenities. At the same time, a number of architects are pushing the boundaries with bold modern homes, infusing glass, steel, and open layouts into the classic Southern landscape. These professionals work closely with

Huntsville residents also benefit from a wealth of interior designers and accomplished craftspeople in the area. Interior designers are skilled at maximizing spaces for both function and style, with a final result that’s cohesive and reflective of the homeowners’ personalities. Local craftspeople provide custom cabinetry, ironwork, and woodworking, constructing everything from specialty decorative beams to front porch railings that add an artisan touch to many homes. Landscape architects and designers play a crucial role in creating outdoor spaces that are as thoughtfully planned as the interiors, incorporating native plants and sustainable practices.

Filling in the gaps is a local network of appliance, flooring, lighting, furniture, window, door, trim, and molding providers. Together, these suppliers help their clients make the best choices for their home design or remodel, coupled with exceptional customer service. Showrooms and galleries in and around Huntsville showcase these quality offerings, giving clients the chance to view both the latest trends and timeless designs.

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Encore Furniture and Decor

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Farmers Home Furniture

256.746.8308 farmershomefurniture.com

Ferguson 256.858.5805 fergusonhome.com

Floor & Decor 938.227.6287 flooranddecor.com

Furniture Row 256.772.7304 furniturerow.com

GLS Kitchen & Bath Showroom

256.964.8981 glssupply.com

Haley’s Furnishings Co. 256.541.8623 haleysfurnishings.com

Havertys Furniture 256.837.4283 havertys.com

Hot Buys! Furniture

256.631.9194 hotbuysfurnitureal.com

Huntsville Furniture Outlet 256.270.9970 huntsvillefurniture outlet.com

Inline Lighting 256.533.2021 inlinelighting.com

Interiors by Consign 256.880.0909 interiorsbyconsign.net

Kirkland’s Home 256.880.5276 kirklands.com

La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor 256.837.9995 la-z-boy.com

The Light House 256.355.4610 shopthelighthouse.com

Lily Flagg Furniture 256.882.3960 lilyflaggfurniture.com

Mews Interiors 256.444.0300 mews1.com

Mews Lighting & Bath 256.232.8456 mews1.com

Nadeau 256.885.1889 shopnadeauhome.com

Noble Passage Interiors 256.325.1919 facebook.com/ noblepassageinteriors

Perfect Reflections 256.932.2564 perfectreflections.shop

Preservation Company 256.539.4885 preservationco.com

Redstone Furniture

256.441.3827 redstonefurniture.com

Richards Lighting 256.533.1460 richardslighting.com

Riff Raff Home Decor

256.800.1234 riffraffhomedecor.com

Rooms To Go 256.665.9827 roomstogo.com

Royal Furniture

256.692.8990 royalfurniture.com

Scott Lighting Supply Co.

256.536.6776 scottlighting.com

Shumake Furniture

256.355.0632 shumakefurniture.net

Southeastern Salvage Home Emporium

256.970.3260 southeasternsalvage.com

Southern Style Furniture

256.306.0250 southernstyledecatur.com

Sutton’s Furniture

256.233.0235 suttonsfurniture athens.com

The Topiary Tree

256.536.7800 shoptopiarytree.com

Townhouse Galleries 256.883.4911 townhousegalleries.com

turnerboone Huntsville 256.340.5100 turnerboone.com

University Furniture Gallery 256.533.9900 universityfurniture gallery.com

Victoria’s Interiors Furniture & Design 256.970.4454 vicsinteriors.com

Interior Designers

Accents of the South 256.539.1038 accentsofthesouth.com

B. Christine & Co. Interiors

256.278.8130 bchristineinteriors.com

Bella Casa Design - Decorating Den Interiors 938.888.2855 bellacasadesign. decoratingden.com

Brubaker’s Residential Design & Interiors

256.651.9580 brubakersdesign.com

Design Theory Interiors

662.418.7070 designtheory-interiors.com

Haley’s Furnishings Co.

256.541.8623 haleysfurnishings.com

Handcrafted Interiors handcraftedinteriors.com

Helen Shores Interiors 615.423.4565 helenshoresinteriors.com

K Butler Interiors 256.469.8122 kbutlerinteriors.com

Matheny Goldmon Architecture + Interiors

256.532.0909 mathenygoldmon.com

Neutrals Interiors neutralsinteriors.com

Peachtree Interior Design 256.861.6822 peachtreeinterior.com

Perceptive Designs, LLC 256.654.2668 perceptivedesigns.com

Richard & Company

Interior Design Studio

256.534.7050 richcointeriors.com

Richard Cable Interiors 256.489.9250 richardcableinteriors.com

Rock My Space, LLC 256.398.1418 rockmyspace.com

Victoria’s Interiors Furniture & Design

256.970.4454 vicsinteriors.com

Wilder Roots Interior Design 256.693.7244 wilderrootsdesign.com

Wilhouse Designs 256.964.6299 wilhousedesigns.com

Stone, Tile, & Concrete

Acme Brick, Tile and Stone – Huntsville 256.461.7233 brick.com

Alabama Concrete Inc. 256.859.0311 alabamaconcrete.com

Angel Tile & Stone 256.384.7125 facebook.com/ angeltileandstonellc

Artisan Wood Tile & Stone 256.697.0001 artisanwts.com

Artistic Marble 256.533.0300 artisticmarble.us

Bama Concrete Products Co., Inc. 256.262.6324 bamaconcrete.com

Brother Professional Concrete 256.925.3045 masonryservices huntsville.com

Carpet One Floor & Home

256.270.2932 carpetonehuntsville.com

Ceramic Harmony 256.883.1204 ceramicharmony.com

Daltile 938.227.6296 daltile.com

Del Rancho Concrete 256.556.9446 delranchoconcrete.com

Dumas Floor Covering Inc. 256.353.3870 dumasflooring.com

Elite Flooring America

256.274.4676 eliteflooringamerica.com

ESS Concrete & Design 256.309.9035 essconcrete.com

Extreme Stone Company 256.513.7020

Floor & Decor 938.227.6287 flooranddecor.com

Franklin Concrete 256.348.9208 franklin-concrete.com

Granite Empire 256.832.9888 graniteempire huntsville.com

Haley’s Flooring and Interiors 256.583.9708 haleysflooring.com

Huntsville Brick & Stone 256.804.0025 huntsvillebrickstone.com

Huntsville Concrete Co 938.222.2816 huntsville-concrete.com

Huntsville Granite & Marble LLC 256.815.1383 huntsvillegm.com

If It’s Wood Cabinetry, Granite & Tile 256.536.2019 ifitswood.net

Jamie’s Concrete 256.652.9711 jamiesconcrete.com

Ken’s Concrete Design 256.646.3823 kensconcrete.com

L&G Tile and Home 256.656.9366 lgtileandhome.com

Madison Flooring & Paint

256.430.4343 madisonflooring andpaint.com

Natural Stone Countertops 256.864.8050 nscountertops.com

Old Towne Custom Concrete 256.714.9949

ProSource of Huntsville 256.325.1630 prosourcewholesale.com

R&P Concrete

256.262.4067 rp-concrete.com

Ready Mix USA

256.353.4825 readymixusa.com

Robert F. Henry Tile Company

256.837.0500 henrytile.com

Shannon Brothers Tile

256.837.6520 sbtile.com

SRM Concrete

256.772.0178 smyrnareadymix.com

Tile and Stone Market

256.704.8453 tileandstonemarket al.com

Tile Liquidators

256.562.4880 tileliquidators.net

Town Granite

256.801.9983 towngranite.com

Triton Stone Group

256.859.6148 tritonstone.com

World Class Renovations

256.715.1463 wcr-renovations.com

Trim & Molding

84 Lumber

256.774.1625 84lumber.com

Ace Hardware

256.850.8227 acehardware.com

Christ Carpentry

256.585.3904 christcarpentry.com

City Lumber

256.533.0110 citylumberhome center.com

Crown Molding Etc. 256.417.2372 facebook.com/ crownmoldingetc

Flanagan Lumber Company Inc.

256.286.4939 flanaganlumber companyinc.com

Henley Supply Millwork

256.309.1664 henleysupply.com

Interior Exterior Building Supply

256.262.6360 interiorexterior.net

Lansing Building Products 256.772.7676 lansingnow.com

L&W Supply

256.830.9707 lwsupply.com

Persell Lumber and Mill Shop

256.232.6320 perselllumberan dmillshop.com

Phoenix Millwork Distributors

256.772.5959 phoenixmw.com

Wilson Lumber

256.852.7411 wilsonlumber.net

Windows

& Doors

84 Lumber

256.774.1625 84lumber.com

Champion Windows and Home Exteriors

256.274.4278 championwindow.com

City Lumber

256.533.0110 citylumberhome center.com

Durante Home Exteriors

256.851.0097 godurante.com

Flanagan Lumber Company Inc.

256.286.4939 flanaganlumber companyinc.com

Freedom Exteriors

256.643.2186 freedomhuntsville.com

Glass Doctor of Huntsville

256.801.1099 glassdoctor.com

Heimsness Construction Company Inc.

256.604.0638 specialtydoors huntsville.com

Henley Supply Millwork

256.309.1664 henleysupply.com

Huntsville Glass Company, Inc.

256.534.2621 huntsvilleglass.com

Huntsville Windows and Doors

256.792.5980 huntsvillewindows doors.com

Lansing Building Projects

256.772.7676 lansingnow.com

Huntsville Choice

McNeese Glass Co.

256.539.0199 mcneeseglass.com

North Alabama Glass

256.353.9181 northalabamaglass.com

Phoenix Millwork Distributors

256.772.5959 phoenixmw.com

Preservation Company

256.539.4885 preservationco.com

Renewal by Andersen of Northern Alabama

205.624.8920 renewalbyandersen.com

Rocket City Windows and Doors

256.698.7326

Southern Industries Home Improvements

256.937.2575 southernindustries.com

Wilson Lumber 256.852.7411 wilsonlumber.net

Window Depot USA of Huntsville 256.533.0880 huntsvillereplacement windows.com

Window World of Huntsville 256.895.3285 windowworldhunts ville.com

Your Home Window Co. 256.987.5228 yourhomewindow.com

Woodwork, Stairs, & Metal

84 Lumber 256.774.1625 84lumber.com

E.L. Ironworks 256.261.8400 elironworks.com

In-Design Woodworks

256.701.4542 indesignwoodworks.com

Johnson Co. Woodworking 931.308.4090 jcowoodwork.com

New Market Iron Works

256.746.3999 nmironworks.com

Preservation Company

256.539.4885 preservationco.com

TADS Metalworks, LLC

256.309.7560 tadsmetal.com

TNT Fabrication LLC

256.277.1644 tntfabrication.net

Wood & Plane

256.203.4312 woodandplane.com

Woodtech

256.539.8431 woodtechusa.com

Healthcare

Three major healthcare systems – Huntsville Hospital Health System, UAB Health System, and Crestwood Medical Group – provide comprehensive care to patients at locations across the Greater Huntsville area. Also serving the area is the award-winning Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital.

Huntsville Hospital Health System (HH Health) is the largest health system in North Alabama and is the third-largest publicly owned hospital system in the country. It includes, among others, Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children, Madison Hospital, Athens-Limestone Hospital, and Decatur Morgan Hospital. HH Health has 20,000 employees who serve over 1 million residents across northern Alabama and southern Tennessee. The health system operates urgent care clinics across the region as well as air ambulance services, on-the-ground emergency transportation services, and physician group services. Among its portfolio of hospitals and medical clinics, Huntsville Hospital continues to be the flagship brand. Adding to its awards and recognitions, Huntsville Hospital was listed on the 2025-26 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” as the No. 2 hospital in Alabama and top acute care facility in North Alabama.

UAB Medicine Huntsville is the largest multi-specialty physician practice and one of the leading outpatient care facilities in northern Alabama.

DID YOU KNOW?

Huntsville Hospital, the flagship of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, was founded by a group of civic-minded women in 1895 as a small infirmary with seven beds and two nurses.

It is a clinical enterprise of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Health System, which includes UAB Hospital – named one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by the Women’s Choice Award in addition to several clinical area recognitions. This award recognizes UAB Hospital for achieving high standards of patient care and ranking among the top 10% of hospitals in the country. The UAB Health System brings this award-winning level of care to the patients across the Greater Huntsville area.

One of the largest physician groups in the area, Crestwood Medical Group offers care to patients of all ages, from infants to seniors. Its focuses include cardiology, family medicine, gastroenterology, internal medicine, OB/GYN, and pediatrics. Crestwood

Medical Center, its acute care hospital, is accredited by the Joint Commission and has been recognized as a Tier 1 Facility by BlueCross and BlueShield of Alabama. It also holds the distinction of being an Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI from the American College of Cardiology and a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission and American Heart Association. Encompass Health is a leader in inpatient rehabilitation services. Its staff at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Alabama includes an expert team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to provide rehabilitative care. As an organization, Encompass Health has received numerous awards and recognitions that reflect the quality of care provided across its facilities. These include being named one of Forbes’ “Most Trusted Companies in America,” Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for five consecutive years, and Becker’s Hospital Review’s “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare.”

Athens-Limestone Hospital

Athens-Limestone Hospital in Athens, Alabama, opened in 1951 as a 50-bed facility. In 2007, the hospital became an affiliate of Huntsville Hospital Health System and has since grown to include 71 beds – with plans to add 30 more.

Athens-Limestone Hospital has more than 1,000 employees and offers a wide array of services including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments. It also has urgent care facilities, a wellness center, home health services, and a sleep center accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Additional services include wound care, cardiovascular care, and mental health services. Athens-Limestone Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission for quality care and patient safety. It is a BlueCross and BlueShield of Alabama Tier 1 Hospital for quality awareness, patient safety, and financial awareness and has been recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for maternity as well as knee and hip replacement. Given its commitment to safe, effective diagnostic care, Athens-Limestone Hospital has been designated a Lung Cancer Screening Center by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The hospital has also been the recipient of the Alabama Performance Excellence Tier One and Tier Two Awards.

Crestwood Medical Center

Crestwood Medical Center has served North Alabama for more than 60 years, growing alongside the community to bring new healthcare services and expand access to residents. Crestwood is a fully accredited 180-bed full-service hospital with a team of approximately 2,200 healthcare professionals caring for the community. Services include emergency care, heart and stroke care, plus surgical services that offer the latest technology with robotic-assisted surgery. For newborns needing specialized care, Crestwood Maternity Center offers a Level II neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The hospital and its network of Crestwood Medical Group clinics have a profound impact on the health and well-being of North Alabama with more than 394,000 patient encounters each year.

Decatur Morgan Hospital

Decatur Morgan Hospital is a 457-bed hospital located in Decatur, Alabama. It is part of the Huntsville Hospital Health System and has a network of six campuses in Morgan and Lawrence counties. Collectively, these locations offer a wide array of medical services, including emergency care, surgical procedures, cardiac care, and behavioral health services. Decatur Morgan also provides specialized services like cancer treatment, breast health, and women’s health. Additionally, the hospital offers various outpatient services, including diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and rehabilitation programs. Decatur Morgan Hospital has been recognized by BlueCross and BlueShield of Alabama as a Blue Distinction Center for Maternity and a Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacement, and it is certified by the Joint Commission for quality care and patient safety.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Alabama

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Alabama, located in Huntsville, provides inpatient rehabilitation services following a stroke, brain injury, hip fracture, or other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions. Its team of expert clinicians incorporates advanced technologies and therapies into personalized treatment plans to help patients return to what matters most. The state-of-the-art hospital features 85 beds along with an in-house pharmacy, therapy gym, dining room, dialysis suite, bariatric rooms, and courtyards for training and outdoor dining and relaxation.

Huntsville Hospital

Established in 1895, Huntsville Hospital is HH Health System’s flagship facility. The secondlargest hospital in Alabama, Huntsville Hospital includes nursing services, teaching facilities, neonatal nursery care, MedFlight services, and more. Huntsville Hospital has been recognized as a top performing hospital, earning full accreditation by the Joint Commission for meeting the highest standards for healthcare quality and patient safety. For the 2025-26 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” rankings, Huntsville Hospital was named to the exclusive list as the No. 1 hospital in North Alabama and No. 2 in the state and rated as “High Performing” in 12 categories. It has also been recognized by BlueCross and BlueShield as a Blue Distinction Center for excellence in several areas, including cardiac care and spine surgery.

Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children

Named by Newsweek as one of the “Best Maternity Hospitals in America,” Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children is the only hospital of its kind in North Alabama. Among others, pediatric services include emergency care, pediatric and neonatal intensive care, and surgical services. Each year, more than 1,000 infants are cared for in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit – the only Level III NICU in North Alabama. Pediatric physicians provide specialty care, including audiology, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, orthopedics, urology, and more. The hospital also provides specialized care for women, including a breast center, breastfeeding support, a dedicated walk-in OB emergency program, and a maternity services department that welcomes more babies than any other hospital in Alabama. More than 30,000 women receive breast health services at Huntsville Hospital Breast Center, designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.

Madison Hospital

A member of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, Madison Hospital opened in 2012 and is now a 90-bed, full-service, acute care hospital built to accommodate 200 beds. Located in Madison, Alabama, the hospital provides emergency, maternity, surgical, laboratory, and rehabilitative services, among others.

The campus is also home to a Healing Garden and Monarch Waystation that was designed to promote the well-being of patients, employees, and family members. Madison Hospital has received several awards and recognitions, including being recognized alongside Huntsville Hospital by U.S. News & World Report as the best regional hospital in North Alabama and No. 2 in the state.

SportsMED

Serving the Huntsville community for over 30 years, SportsMED is one of Alabama’s largest and most innovative centers for orthopedic and spine care. With four clinic locations in Huntsville, Madison, Athens, and Decatur and a team of 26 specialty-trained orthopedic and spine physicians, SportsMED offers comprehensive services that include its own imaging centers, physical therapy and occupational therapy facilities, and an Urgent Ortho Clinic. In addition to general orthopedics, specialties include sports medicine, spine surgery, hand and upper extremity, knee surgery, foot and ankle surgery, joint replacement, shoulder surgery, hip surgery and physiatry, and interventional pain management.

UAB Medicine Huntsville

UAB Medicine Huntsville, a clinical enterprise of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), is the largest multi-specialty physician practice in North Alabama and a leading outpatient care facility in the region. It is home to the UAB Heersink School of Medicine Huntsville Regional Medical Campus, where medical students and residents work alongside experienced physicians to deliver hands-on patient care and undergo residency training. UAB Medicine Huntsville’s four clinics – Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry – focus on acute care, preventative care, chronic disease management, routine well-care needs, and behavioral health concerns. Its facility includes more than 90 physicians and active research programs focused on assessing, treating, and providing patient education for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and mental health issues.

Retirement & Senior Care

Drawn by a low cost of living, state-of-the-art retirement communities, award-winning healthcare, and countless options for recreation and entertainment, retirees are choosing to spend their golden years in the Greater Huntsville area.

Huntsville is rapidly becoming a top retirement destination, and national publications are taking notice. U.S. News & World Report ranked Huntsville No. 8 on its 2025-26 list of “Best Places to Retire in the U.S.” and No. 2 on its “2025 Most Affordable Places to Retire” list. In 2024, Southern Living magazine also recognized Huntsville for its affordability for retirees while praising the area’s abundant arts, attractions, and natural beauty conveniently available to the older population.

Several factors contribute to Huntsville’s affordability. Compared to other big cities, Huntsville has a low cost of living – approximately 9% lower than the national average. An affordable housing market and low property taxes also add to the region’s attractiveness.

which maintains hospitals in North Alabama cities including Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, and Athens, and Crestwood Medical Center, an acute care hospital with a 24-hour emergency department. The region also has a number of rehabilitation centers, private practices, and pharmacies, ensuring that residents get the care they need.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Alabama in Huntsville offers a variety of courses, bonus lectures, events, and travel opportunities to adults aged 50+, all through a moderately priced membership.

Seniors have their choice of safe, welcoming neighborhoods in Madison County, with low-maintenance homes, townhomes, and apartments available to buy or rent. Some of these properties are located near bustling city centers, while others are in more secluded areas or on the water, offering a quieter lifestyle. Also available are local retirement communities that provide independent and assisted living, along with specialized nursing and memory care; residents of these properties benefit from cleaning and dining services, daily programming, and expert care from dedicated staff. Several companies additionally offer in-home services in the area such as personal care, companion care, and chronic disease care.

Award-winning healthcare can be found through the Huntsville Hospital Health System,

Active seniors will feel right at home in Huntsville. The city boasts miles of greenways and trails, providing safe and accessible places to walk, jog, or bike. Sporty seniors can take advantage of golf courses and pickleball courts across the city, and several local ponds, lakes, and the Tennessee River provide prime spots for fishing.

For those who value lifelong learning, Huntsville is home to several colleges and universities that offer programs specifically for older adults. Even more educational opportunities are available through Huntsville’s historic sites and museums, which cater to interests in art, science, and history. Additionally, local businesses and religious organizations provide opportunities for personal growth and enrichment.

Dining and shopping amenities abound in the city for every budget and taste. Awardwinning chefs and inventive cuisine contribute to Huntsville’s buzzworthy food scene, where seniors can enjoy beer gardens and fine dining in the same afternoon. Popular shopping centers such as Bridge Street Town Centre and Parkway Place Mall supply a wide array of retail choices, from locally owned boutiques to national chains offering everyday essentials.

Assisted Living Facilities

Brookdale Jones Farm

2815 Carl T. Jones Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.881.6111 brookdale.com

Brookshire Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

4320 Judith Ln. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.1730 brookshirerehab.com

Country Cottage Decatur 2515 Old Moulton Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35603

256.573.8676 cottageassistedliving.com

Diversicare of Big Springs

500 St. Clair Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.539.5111 dvcr.com

Fleming Farms 4670 Bellewood Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802 800.761.0915 flemingfarms.com

Floyd E. “Tut” Fann State Veterans Home 2701 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.2807

va.alabama.gov/ vets-home-program/ floyd-fann-stateveterans-home

The Goldton at Athens 22171 Traditions Way Athens, AL 35163

256.795.4120 atlasseniorliving.com

The Goldton at Jones Farm

2238 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.952.3021 atlasseniorliving.com

Grace Residential Assisted Living 114 Raptor Ct. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.400.1381 graceresidential assistedliving.com

Heritage Assisted Living & Memory Care 11682 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.987.5575 heritagealmc.com

Kauhale Byrd Springs 8020 Benaroya Ln. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.882.2727 kauhalebyrdsprings.com

Limestone Lodge 1532 W. Hobbs St. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.1224 cavalierseniorliving.com

Limestone Manor 600 U.S. 31 Athens, AL 35611

256.232.3900 cavalierseniorliving.com

Lynridge of Huntsville 4801 Whitesport Cir. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.988.0581 lynridgehuntsville.com

Madison at The Range 10801 County Line Madison, AL 35758 256.870.2193 atlasseniorliving.com

The Madison Village 6016 Wall Triana Hwy. Madison, AL 35758 256.830.2400 communityseniorlife.org

Magnolia Trace 1 Clubhouse Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35802 256.261.1600 actsretirement.org

Merrill Gardens at Madison 121 Brookridge Dr. Madison, AL 35758 256.289.7234 merrillgardens.com

Morningside of Decatur 2115 Point Mallard Dr. SE Decatur, AL 35601 256.350.0089 fivestarseniorliving.com

The Neighborhood at Madison 49 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758 256.617.5580 phoenixsrliving.com

Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park 6100 Kitt Ln. NW Huntsville, AL 35806 256.507.7879 pioneerseniorliving.com

Redstone Village 12000 Turnmeyer Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35803 800.724.5535 redstonevillage.org

Regency Retirement Village 2004 Max Luther Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.852.0033 regencyhuntsville.com

Residences at Wellpoint 2940 Mill Run Rd. SE Hampton Cove, AL 35763 256.410.8018 residencesatwellpoint.com

Star Pointe

Senior Living 4300 Chris Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802 256.824.9980 starpointesl.com

Westminster of Decatur 2106 Modaus Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35603

256.309.5300 decaturseniors.com

Windsor House 4411 McAllister Dr. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.8585 dvcr.com

Independent Living Facilities

Brookdale Cedar Springs

2505 Spring Ave. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.973.9203 brookdale.com

Brookdale Jones Farm

2815 Carl T. Jones Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.881.6111 brookdale.com

Fleming Farms

4670 Bellewood Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

800.761.0915 flemingfarms.com

The Goldton at Athens 22171 Traditions Way Athens, AL 35163

256.795.4120 atlasseniorliving.com

The Madison Village 6016 Wall Triana Hwy. Madison, AL 35758

256.830.2400 communityseniorlife.org

Merrill Gardens at Madison 121 Brookridge Dr. Madison, AL 35758

256.289.7234 merrillgardens.com

Monark Grove Madison 11260 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.870.3720 atlasseniorliving.com

Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park 6100 Kitt Ln. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.507.7879 pioneerseniorliving.com

Redstone Village 12000 Turnmeyer Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

800.724.5535 redstonevillage.org

Regency

Retirement Village 2004 Max Luther Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.852.0033 regencyhuntsville.com

Residences at Wellpoint 2940 Mill Run Rd. SE Hampton Cove, AL 35763

256.410.8018 residencesatwell point.com

Riverside Senior Living

1009 Line St. NE

Decatur, AL 35601

256.350.4545 riversideal.com

Star Pointe

Senior Living

4300 Chris Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.824.9980 starpointesl.com

Wesley Acres

700 Cedar Lake Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35603

256.355.8281 methodisthomes.org

In-Home Care

Alabama Home Care Specialists

256.248.7559 alabamahomecare specialists.com

Altruit Home Care

6275 University Dr. NW, Ste. 37 Huntsville, AL 35806

256.532.4214 altruithc.org

Always There In-Home Care

820 B Franklin St. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.539.1400 alwaysthereinc.com

Amedisys Home Health Care - Decatur

725 Beltline Rd. SW, Ste. D Decatur, AL 35601

256.350.8688 amedisys.com

Amedisys Home Health Care - Huntsville

400 Meridian St., Ste. 100 Huntsville, AL 35801

256.885.1665 amedisys.com

Athens Home Health

412 S. Jefferson St. Athens, AL 35611

256.427.4657 aveanna.com

Athens-Limestone HomeCare

725 W. Market St. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.9533 lhcgroup.com

Blue Feather In-Home and Respite Care

1101 McMurtrie Dr. NW, Ste. G Huntsville, AL 35806

256.585.3080 bluefeathercare.com

BrightSouls Alabama

2208 Danville Rd. SW, Ste. C Decatur, AL 35601

256.351.6565 brightsouls.co

BrightStar Care

6594 Wall Triana Hwy., Ste. C Madison, AL 35757

256.801.3600 brightstarcare.com

Brooks Home Health Care

1812 Pulaski Pk. Huntsville, AL 35816

256.469.6659 brookshomehealth care.net

CenterWell Home

Health - Athens

905 S. Clinton St., Ste. A Athens, AL 35611

256.232.9180 centerwellhome health.com

CenterWell Home Health - Huntsville

7067 Old Madison Pk. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.881.3266 centerwellhome health.com

Comfort Keepers

1300 Meridian St. N, Ste. 200A Huntsville, AL 35801

256.382.1955

comfortkeepers.com

Cornerstone Caregiving

2809 Newby Rd. SW, Bldg. 4, Ste. 109 Huntsville, AL 35805

256.203.5336 cornerstonecare giving.com

Decatur Morgan HomeCare

2050 Beltline Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.350.4182 lhcgroup.com

Enhabit Home Health - Decatur

115 Johnston St. SE, Ste. 301A Decatur, AL 35601

256.355.5746 ehab.com

Enhabit Home Health

- Huntsville

802 Shoney Dr. SW, Ste. D Huntsville, AL 35801

256.881.7201 ehab.com

FirstLight Home Care

2705 Artie St. SW, Bldg. 500, Ste. 33 Huntsville, AL 35805

256.489.3542 firstlighthomecare.com

Home Care Assistance

317 Old Hwy. 431, Ste. C Hampton Cove, AL 35763

256.716.9940 homecareassistance huntsville.com

Home Instead

2715 Spring Gate Ln. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.203.0840 homeinstead.com

Huntsville Home Health 1430 Paramount Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.929.1148 aveanna.com

Huntsville Hospital HomeCare

500 Boulevard South SW, Ste. 203 Huntsville, AL 35802

256.922.6650 lhcgroup.com

Huntsville Hospital HomeCare

- Madison 9668 Madison Blvd., Ste. 200 Madison, AL 35758

256.772.3080 lhcgroup.com

Preferred Care at Home of Greater Huntsville

200 W Side Sq., Ste. 605 Huntsville, AL 35801

256.427.2790 preferhome.com

Remedy Home Care Solutions

2042 Beltline Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.573.9500 remedyhomecare solutions.com

Right at Home Decatur

240-C Johnston St. SE Decatur, AL 35601

256.260.0911 rightathome.net

Right at Home Huntsville

2045 Cecil Ashburn Dr., Ste. 100 Huntsville, AL 35802

256.585.3140 rightathome.net

Senior Helpers

2000 Cecil Ashburn Dr., Ste. 108 Huntsville, AL 35802

256.650.2982 seniorhelpers.com

Seniors Prefer HomecareHuntsville

204 Lowe Ave. SE, Ste. 3 Huntsville, AL 35801

866.417.1194 seniorspreferhome care.com

Side by Side Home Care Agency, LLC

6767 Old Madison Pk., Ste. 95 Huntsville, AL 35810

256.203.4110 sbshca.com

Spectrum Home Health Agency

1310 Pulaski Pk., Ste. A Huntsville, AL 35816

256.539.4457 spectrumhha.com

Visiting Angels

4920 Corporate Dr. NW, Ste. K Huntsville, AL 35805

256.929.7000 visitingangels.com

Brookdale

Hampton Cove

6379 Hwy. 431 S Hampton Cove, AL 35763

256.988.8835 brookdale.com

Brookshire Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

4320 Judith Ln. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.1730 brookshirerehab.com

Carillon Oaks Madison 1770 Slaughter Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.500.4424 carillonoaks.com

Diversicare of Big Springs

500 St. Clair Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.539.5111 dvcr.com

Fleming Farms

4670 Bellewood Dr. SE

Huntsville, AL 35802

800.761.0915 flemingfarms.com

The Goldton at Jones Farm

2238 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.952.3021 atlasseniorliving.com

Grace Residential

Assisted Living 114 Raptor Ct. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.400.1381 graceresidential assistedliving.com

Heritage Assisted Living & Memory Care 11682 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.987.5575 heritagealmc.com

Kauhale Byrd Springs 8020 Benaroya Ln. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.882.2727 kauhalebyrdsprings.com

Limestone Lodge 1532 W. Hobbs St. Athens, AL 35611

256.233.1224 cavalierseniorliving.com

Lynridge of Huntsville 4801 Whitesport Cir. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.988.0581 lynridgehuntsville.com

Madison at The Range 10801 County Line Madison, AL 35758

256.870.2193 atlasseniorliving.com

Magnolia Trace 1 Clubhouse Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.261.1600 actsretirement.org

Merrill Gardens at Madison 121 Brookridge Dr. Madison, AL 35758

256.289.7234 merrillgardens.com

Monark Grove Madison 11260 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35756

256.870.3720 atlasseniorliving.com

Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park 6100 Kitt Ln. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.507.7879 pioneerseniorliving.com

Redstone Village 12000 Turnmeyer Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

800.724.5535 redstonevillage.org

Regency

Retirement Village

2004 Max Luther Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.852.0033 regencyhuntsville.com

Residences at Wellpoint

2940 Mill Run Rd. SE Hampton Cove, AL 35763

256.410.8018 residencesatwell point.com

Star Pointe

Senior Living 4300 Chris Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.824.9980 starpointesl.com

Westminster of Decatur 2106 Modaus Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35603

256.309.5300 decaturseniors.com

Windsor House 4411 McAllister Dr. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.8585 dvcr.com

Skilled Nursing Facilities

Athens Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

611 W. Market St. Athens, AL 35611

256.232.1620 athenshealthand rehabilitation.com

Brookshire

Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

4320 Judith Ln. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.1730 brookshirerehab.com

Decatur Health and Rehab

2326 Morgan Ave. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.340.5765 decaturrehab.com

Diversicare of Big Springs

500 St. Clair Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.539.5111 dvcr.com

Huntsville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

4010 Chris Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.883.8656 huntsvillehealth andrehab.com

Magnolia Trace 1 Clubhouse Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.261.1600 actsretirement.org

Redstone Village 12000 Turnmeyer Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

800.724.5535 redstonevillage.org

Regency Healthcare and Rehab Center

2004 Max Luther Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.852.0033 regencyhuntsville.com

Rocket City

Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

105 Teakwood Dr. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.881.5000 rocketcityrehab.com

Windsor House 4411 McAllister Dr. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.837.8585 dvcr.com

Arts & Culture

A vibrant, ever-evolving arts scene has, in recent years, transformed the Rocket City into one of the Southeast’s most exciting arts destinations. From landmark arts institutions, immersive public art, and dynamic theater troupes to a calendar brimming with festivals, Huntsville beckons artists, performers, and curious travelers alike.

At the heart of Big Spring International Park – and Huntsville’s arts scene – is the Huntsville Museum of Art. This world-class museum contains 14 galleries, with a permanent collection that primarily focuses on 19th- and 20th-century American art. One of its most noteworthy exhibits, Buccellati: A Silver Menagerie, contains the world’s largest public collection of Buccellati silver. Traveling exhibits also make a frequent appearance at the art museum, ensuring that guests always have something new to discover.

A not-so-hidden gem in Huntsville’s historic Twickenham district is the Weeden House, built in 1819. This museum offers a unique look inside life more than two centuries ago with its antebellum architecture, preserved furnishings, and period décor.

A quick walk around downtown will provide an introduction to some of Huntsville’s most prized public art pieces, from statues and sculptures to larger-than-life murals. The City of Huntsville even has an official public art collection, titled Amazing Spaces, with several of the pieces prominently featured inside Huntsville City Hall. Arts Huntsville, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the arts in Huntsville and surrounding

Madison County, hosts free guided tours of the city’s public art on the first Friday of each month. Visitors can also pick up a map from the Downtown Huntsville Visitor Information Center to help them follow the “Secret Art Trail.”

DID YOU KNOW?

Fifteen cleverly hidden bronze ducks have been placed all around downtown Huntsville, making up the Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt. Visitors can pick up printed clue cards and prizes at the Visitor Center downtown!

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment holds the distinction of being the country’s largest privately owned arts facility. This historic factory building houses studios for more than 200 artists as well as seven galleries, a theatre, performance venues, and a community garden. Several additional art galleries can be found across Madison County. Performance art flourishes in every pocket of the Huntsville area. The city has five Arts and Entertainment Districts –Quigley, Village of Providence,

S.R. Butler Green, MidCity, and Bridge Street Town Centre – which are home to live music venues and many cultural events. Two of the largest venues, the Von Braun Center and The Orion Amphitheater, regularly play host to artists from around the world. Originally built in 1898, Merrimack Hall is now the Merrimack Hall Performing Arts Center, equipped with a 300-seat performance hall, a 3,000-square-foot dance studio, and multiple community spaces. Since its first rehearsal in 1955, the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra has grown to become one of the leading musical ensembles in the region. An HSO orchestra season typically includes classical concerts as well as pops series. The Huntsville Ballet Company and School is the only professional ballet company in the city and performs classic ballets such as The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet, and Cinderella. Opera Huntsville serves as the city’s preeminent opera organization, with a mission to produce high-quality productions and educate the community on the operatic art form. Entertaining the Rocket City for nearly 70 years is Theatre Huntsville, a nonprofit community theatre and one of several troupes that produces plays and musicals for the area.

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Enriching Huntsville with both local art and history is the Huntsville Revisited Museum. Here, visitors can view old photographs and unique artifacts, as well as learn stories of people and places significant to the city’s past. More history can be experienced at museums like Burritt on the Mountain and the North Alabama Railroad Museum.

Support for the arts is easy to come by in Huntsville, thanks to a few dedicated organizations. Arts Huntsville seeks to connect, educate, and produce some of the city’s favorite events, including Concerts in the Park, the Monte Sano Art Festival, Christkindlmarket, and Panoply – a weekend-long arts festival that brings more than 100 visual artists to ig Spring International Park every April. A nonprofit artists’ cooperative, Huntsville Art

League helps local artists showcase their work and grow their business while also providing education, sponsoring workshops, and hosting special exhibitions. The primary advocate for the city’s music community, the Huntsville Music Office spearheads initiatives to support artists, venues, and the local music industry. In Madison, nonprofit Madison Arts Alliance brings the arts to life through local live performances, art exhibits, creative workshops, and community projects.

Huntsville’s neighbor, Decatur, is just as immersed in the arts. Downtown Decatur boasts Alabama Center for the Arts, a four-year art college that provides visual and performing arts instruction. The Carnegie Visual Arts Center hosts both local and global art exhibits as well as programs throughout the year.

A landmark for more than a century, the Princess Theatre is now a beloved performing arts center. The free MoCo Mural Trail and MoCo Art Trail guide visitors around Morgan County to view some of its greatest masterpieces. A juried festival that takes place in downtown Decatur each October, the River Clay Fine Arts Festival features artists from northern Alabama and around the country. Just west of Huntsville, Athens is another vibrant hub for artists of all ages. The Athens Arts League is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting art education in the area, including sponsoring weekly art classes at the historic Scout House. Each fall, the Athens Storytelling Festival produces a lineup of internationally renowned storytellers for a slew of memorable performances.

Visual Arts

Alabama Center for the Arts

256.260.4293 alabamacenterfor thearts.org

Arts Huntsville

256.519.2787 artshuntsville.org

Athens Arts League

256.262.9002 athensartsleague.com

Carlisle Gallery

256.534.5854 carlislegalleryart.com

Carnegie Visual Arts Center

256.341.0562 carnegiearts.org

Carole Forêt Fine Art

256.777.9496 caroleforet.com

The Curated Gallery thecuratedgallery.com

Downtown Huntsville

Secret Art Trail downtownhuntsville.org/ secretarttrail

Flourish Fine Art Gallery & Studio

256.656.4759 flourishfineart gallery.com

Huntsville Art League

256.534.3860 huntsvilleartleague.org

The Little Green Store and Gallery

256.539.9699 thelittlegreenstore.net

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment 256.533.0399 lowemill.art

Madison Arts Alliance madisonartsalliance.org

Matices De Colores Arts 832.618.3369 maticesdecolores arts.com

MoCo Art Trail visitdecatural.org/ moco-art-trail

MoCo Mural Trail visitdecatural.org/ moco-mural-trail

Performing Arts

Ann’s Studio of Dance

256.534.5773 annsstudioofdance alabama.com

Broadway Theatre League 256.518.6155 broadwaytheatre league.org

The Dance Factor 256.536.7080 thedancefactor.org

Dance Theatre of Huntsville 256.541.0385 dancetheatre huntsville.org

Decatur Youth Symphony

256.318.7275 decaturyouth symphony.org

Element Huntsville 256.539.5224 elementhsv.com

Fantasy Playhouse

Children’s Theater & Academy 256.539.6829 fantasyplayhouse.org

Fred Astaire Dance Studios 256.469.8299 fredastaire.com/huntsville

Heidi Knight School of Dance 256.430.4315 heidiknightdance.com

Huntsville Ballet

256.539.0961 huntsvilleballet.org

Huntsville Chamber Music Guild

256.489.7415 hsvchambermusic.org

Huntsville Concert Band huntsvilleband.org

Huntsville Master Chorale hsvmasterchorale.org

256.539.4818 hso.org

Independent Musical Productions

256.415.7469 imphuntsville.org

Jill’s Studio of Dance 256.883.1633 jills.com

Levity Live

256.261.3374 levitylive.com

Lyrique Music Productions

256.417.0593 lyriquemusic productions.org

Madison Ballroom

Dance Studio

256.461.1900 madisonballroom.com

Merrimack Hall

Huntsville Music Office huntsvillemusic.com Huntsville Symphony Orchestra

Performing Arts Center

256.534.6455 merrimackhall.com

Nomadic Tapestry

256.318.0169 nomadictapestry.com

North Alabama Dance Center

256.837.8033 northalabama dancecenter.com

Opera Huntsville

256.417.9572 operahuntsville.org

Project Dance

256.830.5678 projectdanceal.com

Rhythms of Grace Dance Academy

256.361.3178 rogdance.com

Rocket City Dance Company

256.337.7064 rocketcitydance company.com

Shenanigans

Comedy Theatre

256.640.3296 huntsvillelaughs.com

Soles Dance Center

256.518.2221 solesdance.com

Southern Elegance Dance Studio

256.519.8011 southernelegance.info

Swing and Sway

256.469.0415 swingandswayllc.com

Theatre Huntsville 256.536.0807 theatrehsv.org

West Main Studios School of Dance

256.431.0377 westmainstudios.com

Performing Arts Venues

Dream Theatre

256.361.9033 thedreamtheatre.com

Mark C. Smith

Concert Hall

256.533.1953 vonbrauncenter.com

Mars Music Hall

256.533.1953 vonbrauncenter.com

The Orion Amphitheater

256.964.9556 theorionhuntsville.com

The Playhouse

256.533.1953 vonbrauncenter.com

The Princess Theatre 256.350.1745 princesstheatre.org

Propst Arena 256.533.1953 vonbrauncenter.com

St. Stephens Music Hall ststephensmusic.com

Three Caves 256.534.5263 landtrustnal.org

Von Braun Center 256.533.1953 vonbrauncenter.com

Museums

Alabama Constitution Hall Park 256.746.3110 earlyworks.com

Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives 256.771.7578 alabamaveterans museum.com

Burritt on the Mountain 256.536.2882 burrittonthe mountain.com

EarlyWorks Children’s Museum

256.564.8100 earlyworks.com

Historic Huntsville Depot 256.564.8100

Huntsville Museum of Art 256.535.4350 hsvmuseum.org

Huntsville Revisited Museum 256.683.7160

North Alabama Railroad Museum

256.851.6276 northalabamarailroad museum.com

U.S. Space & Rocket Center

800.637.7223 rocketcenter.com

U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum

256.883.3737 memorialmuseum.org

Weeden House Museum

256.536.7718 weedenhouse museum.com

Shopping

From the upscale shops at Bridge Street Town Centre to the one-ofa-kind storefronts on Clinton Row, every pocket of Huntsville offers a unique flavor of retail therapy. Whether hunting for handcrafted local wares, vintage treasures, or the latest trendy items, the Rocket City is sure to deliver.

Downtown Huntsville

Downtown Huntsville offers a wide variety of shopping experiences, including stylish boutiques, art studios, and specialty shops featuring Huntsville-themed souvenirs and unique gifts. For the last decade, Clinton Row has been a onestop shopping destination in downtown and is currently home to more than a dozen independently owned and operated shops – all under one roof. A few blocks over, Harrison Brothers Hardware first opened its doors in 1897, and although it retains its original appearance, the store now features local art and a curated selection of Southern gourmet foods and household goods. The Greene Street Market at Nativity serves as downtown’s farmers market, with a lineup of local farms and vendors every Thursday afternoon throughout its season.

Clinton Row

• 81 Home, Gift & Glam

• Caley Paige

• Elitaire Boutique

• The Hunt Shop

Lincoln Mill District

• Mojana Soaps

• One Man’s Vintage

• Roosevelt & Co.

• Serendipity House of Style

• Silhouette

• Yala Avenue

Just one mile from downtown Huntsville is the Lincoln Mill District, where an eclectic array of retailers are stationed alongside restaurants and venue spaces. Shop home furnishings and goods at Brooks & Collier, GLS Kitchen & Bath, The Topiary Tree, or Preservation Co., or find fine leather goods at familyowned Holtz Leather Co. Several clothing and thrift stores, as well as pet supply store Pets Love & Happiness, are also in the area.

Bridge Street Town Centre / Photo Courtesy of Bridge Street Town Centre Management

DID YOU KNOW?

Visitors can ride a Venetian-themed carousel when visiting Bridge Street Town Centre. The carousel, located behind H&M overlooking the lake, features 31 characters including a tiger, lion, ostrich, and bear.

Shopping

West

Huntsville

Anchoring this part of town is Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment – the largest privately owned arts facility in the Southeast, featuring over 150 working artist studios, seven galleries, and live performances. Built on the site of a former century-old factory, Stovehouse is a premier destination for shopping, food, and leisure. Stretching the entirety of Stovehouse is Gas Light Alley, a village of locally owned and womanowned shops selling jewelry, houseplants, vintage clothing, kitchen items, and more.

Medical District

In the Medical District, The Shops at Merchant’s Walk claims North Alabama’s only Whole Foods in addition to Mountain High Outfitters, Envy Boutique, and fashion retailer Dress Up. Across Bob Wallace Avenue, shoppers can continue their spree at stores including Ulta Beauty and J Whitener Boutique. Other local favorites include Golden Griffin and Personal Couture Boutique. Just south of the area, Parkway Place Mall is home to department stores Belk and Dillard’s, plus two levels of specialty stores such as American Eagle Outfitters, Hibbett Sports, Bath & Body Works, The Children’s Place, and Kay Jewelers.

Parkway Place Mall

• Aerie

• American Eagle Outfitters

• Aur Society

• Bath & Body Works

• Belk

• Bella Divine

• BoxLunch

• Brow Boutique

• Buckle

• Build-A-Bear Workshop

• Carter’s

• Charlotte Russe

• Chico’s

• The Children’s Place

• Claire’s

• Crown Jewelers

• Daily Thread

• Dillard’s

• Express

• Finish Line

• Foot Locker

• francesca’s

• FYE

• GNC

• Hair Holiday

• Hibbett Sports

• Hollister Co.

• Hot Topic

• Huntsville Vintage

• Jan’s Hallmark Shop

• Journeys

• Kay Jewelers

• LensCrafters

• Lids

• Lovisa

MidCity District

The vibrant MidCity District has The Camp –an outdoor destination with food, drinks, and live music – and 750,000 square feet of retail space. Retailers include outdoor sports store REI, Trader Joe’s, and Havertys Furniture. The Market at MidCity is another district highlight; this farmers market attracts more than 50 farmers, bakers, and makers every Sunday from March through November.

• Malone & Walker Salon

• Men’s Wearhouse

• MINISO

• Nails 4 U

• Ninety Nine Boutique

• Ocean Massage

• Perfume Villa

• Piercing Pagoda

• REEDS Jewelers

• Rich Broke Boutique

• SHOE DEPT.

• Sleep Number

• The Southern Decorista

• Spencer’s

• Sports Mania

• Sunglass Hut

• Torrid

• Toy Kingdom

• Tradehome Shoes

• Truffoire

• Victoria’s Secret

• Vintage Stock

• Windsor

• Zales

• Zumiez

Jones Valley

Residents of Jones Valley have no shortage of shopping options in their part of town. Valley Bend at Jones Farm is a shopping center with a number of popular retailers, including Barnes & Noble, Hobby Lobby, Kirkland’s, and Target. Even more retailers are located at Westburg Square, Willowbrook Square, and Logan Square shopping centers. Lendon Corner, anchored by beloved local boutique Sweet Pineapple, is currently being developed to bring top-tier shopping and dining to Jones Valley.

Valley Bend at Jones Farm

• Alabama Goods

• Barnes & Noble

• Bath & Body Works

• Classy Nails

• The Cotton Gin Boutique

• DICK’S Sporting Goods

• Dollar Tree

• Electronic Express

• Five Below

• Fleet Feet

• GameStop

• GNC

• Hobby Lobby

• Kirkland’s

• Marshalls

• Nothing Bundt Cakes

• Palmetto Moon

• PetSmart

• Roosters Men’s Grooming

• Sally Beauty Supply

• Shoe Station

• Under Armour

• Verizon

• Walgreens

Bridge Street Town Centre

• Altar’d State

• Alumni Hall

• Anthropologie

• Apple

• AT&T

• Athleta

• Barnes & Noble

• Bath & Body Works

• Belk

• Brighton

• Buckle

• Claire’s

Madison

Those living in Madison are treated to a wide range of shops and specialty food stores. The Shoppes of Madison is conveniently located off Highway 72 and provides several major retailers, including Target, Ross Dress for Less, and Ulta Beauty. Nearby, shoppers can visit Costco Wholesale, Walmart Supercenter, Lowe’s, and The Home Depot. Local produce and homemade goods can be procured at one of two area farmers markets: Madison City Farmers Market and The Providence Market.

Research Park

Huntsville’s Research Park isn’t just for technology firms and research facilities – here, shoppers can peruse Bridge Street Town Centre, one of the area’s most sought-after shopping destinations. Tenants of the 825,000-square-foot property include Anthropologie, Barnes & Noble, H&M, Kendra Scott, Lego Store, lululemon, Madewell, and many more, with Alabama’s first L.L. Bean store set to open in 2026. When hunger strikes, dining options such as Bravo Italian Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, Kona Grill, P.F. Chang’s, and Texas de Brazil abound. Close to Bridge Street Town Centre are even more shopping opportunities at Bass Pro Shops and Cavender’s Western Outfitter.

• Crocs

• DICK’S Sporting Goods

• Dry Goods

• DSW Shoes

• francesca’s

• Grogan Jewelers by Lon

• H&M

• J. Jill

• Jared Jewelers

• Jos. A. Bank

• Journeys

• Kendra Scott

• Kendry Collection Boutique

• LEGO Store

• LensCrafters

• Loft

• Lovesac

• lululemon

• Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics

• Madewell

• Magnolia Soap and Bath Co.

• Mountain High Outfitters

• Ninety Nine Boutique

• Old Navy

• Orvis

• Oxford Street Menswear

• Pandora

• REEDS Jewelers

• Rejuvenation Nail Spa

• Rich Broke Boutique

• Sephora

• Shades

• The Southern Decorista

• Sunglass Hut

• Ulta Beauty

• Vans

• Victoria’s Secret

• Warby Parker

• Xfinity

Athens

Downtown Athens features many small businesses, from trendy boutiques and antique stores to gift shops and art galleries. The Athens Farmers Market, held on Saturdays from June through September, is a local favorite. In other parts of the city, shoppers can frequent big-box stores such as Walmart Supercenter, Lowe’s, Big Lots, and Tractor Supply.

Decatur

In neighboring Decatur, residents have several options for shopping. Downtown is teeming with boutiques and specialty stores selling vinyl records, gourmet pecans, soy candles, local art, kitchen essentials, and more. The Decatur Mall is a fully-enclosed shopping area offering a number of shops, boutiques, and dining options, while the Crossings of Decatur boasts even more beloved brands. Big-box stores including Walmart Supercenter, Target, The Home Depot, and Lowe’s round out the city’s shopping scene.

Food & Drink

The Greater Huntsville area is often referred to as “Rocket City,” where innovation, science, and technology have intersected to create one of the most appealing cities in the U.S. But what visitors and locals also know is that all three of these characteristics are part of a thriving food and drink scene. From Southern comfort foods to delicious international fare, casual to whitetablecloth dining, exquisite coffees to finely crafted beers and innovative drinks, the Greater Huntsville area enjoys the best of all culinary experiences. Here, highly acclaimed chefs, mixologists, and baristas serve and sate the finest tastes.

DID YOU KNOW?

Two Huntsville restaurants – Purveyor and Salt Smokehouse – were recognized in the prestigious MICHELIN Guide American South 2025.

FINE DINING

Enjoy a luxurious meal within dining environments carefully curated for a one-of-a-kind dining adventure. Award-winning chefs offer quality steaks and meats, seafood, pasta, and Southern-inspired cuisine in chorus with stunning ambiences and artisanal beverage selections. Carefully managed sensory elements, meticulously created décor, comfortable environments, and personalized service provide for a grand dining experience.

CASUAL EATERIES

For Rocket City residents, a wide variety of eateries means every meal can be a great one. Casual joints offer wood-fired pizza, juicy burgers, barbecue, street tacos, vegan and vegetarian specialties, and loaded deli sandwiches with all the fixings. Throughout the year, food trucks come out in force to fuel up festival and event-goers. Accompanied by a locally brewed beer or crafted mocktail, these tasteful eats are sure to hit the spot. Check with your favorite restaurants throughout the year for live music, trivia nights, live sports coverage, community gatherings, and more.

BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH

In the South, breakfast and brunch are big. More than just meals, they are occasions where family and friends share Southern comfort and hospitality while enjoying heirloom recipes and foods enjoyed for generations. Rocket City residents unite while savoring Southern favorites such as biscuits and gravy, fried chicken and waffles, country ham, hearty omelets, cheesy grits, hash browns, and much more.

BARBECUE

Alabama is known for its diverse barbecue styles and dishes, including the invention of white sauce in Decatur. And in the Greater Huntsville area, barbecue is indeed a beloved food. Locals actively share their favorite spots, and each year Huntsville hosts the WhistleStop BBQ Festival and the Rocket City BBQ and Soul Fest. Throughout the area, a variety of smoked meats, including pulled pork, chicken, ribs, brisket, and turkey, can be enjoyed with signature sides like cheese biscuits, cornbread muffins, hush puppies, and baked beans – topped off with a delicious serving of banana pudding.

GERMAN FOOD

Following World War II, Wernher von Braun and other German scientists and engineers moved to the Huntsville area to lead the Army’s rocket program. Their work ultimately led to the development of NASA’s Marshall

Space Flight Center. The German culinary tastes grew to be popular throughout the area, and today are still enjoyed at a variety of different eateries. The lasting German influences from the early days of Redstone Arsenal have made the Greater Huntsville area one of the few places in Alabama where you can enjoy authentic German foods and drinks.

INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

The chefs who call the Greater Huntsville area home represent a variety of worldwide influences, and so too do their innovative menus. Blending local flavors with time-honored dishes, many chefs draw on several culinary traditions, including Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Indian, Levantine, Mediterranean, Creole, and Jamaican backgrounds, to name a few. Diners will also discover a wealth of Latin American-inspired offerings, where they can sample from Mexican, Cuban, and Southwestern favorites.

DISTILLERIES AND CRAFT LIQUOR

The Greater Huntsville area has earned its mark for local whiskeys and liquors as regional distilleries have revived the craft of producing high-quality spirits. Embracing the creativity around these distilleries, local mixologists select unique flavors of rums, gins, vodkas, and other liquors for artisanal cocktail and beverage offerings. From classic recipes to experimental batches, residents and visitors can enjoy the finest drinks the region has to offer in locations throughout the area.

CRAFT BEER

Huntsville boasts a thriving craft beer scene and is sometimes referred to as the “beer capital of Alabama.” Between IPAs, stouts, wheat beers, sours, or ciders, there’s something to match everyone’s fancy. You’ll find numerous breweries and pubs showcasing a variety of local brews.

The Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail takes craft beer lovers to local breweries and craft-beer-centric establishments that offer particularly unique pours.

WINE

Wine lovers, worry not, for the Greater Huntsville area boasts excellent wine selections alongside spirits and brews. Beverage experts are happy to help secure the perfect pairing for a meal or personal collection, while regional collectives often offer winedown events and tastings throughout the year. Feeling adventurous? Gather a group to tour one of several outlying wineries and sample some distinctive, flavorful wines. Different festivals crop up year-round, offering tastings and specialty selections alongside food pairings and live music.

COFFEE

To the delight of Huntsville coffee connoisseurs, a flavorful cup of joe is sure to be found in every corner of the city. Coffee shops and cafés are as full of character as their brews. Many emphasize locally roasted beans and fair-tradecertified ingredients, and local roasters

distribute their products in restaurants and stores throughout the area. Check with your favorite café for locally sourced baked and bottled goods, vegetarian and vegan offerings, and seasonal specials.

FARM-TO-TABLE

Huntsville area residents will find an abundance of goods sourced from North Alabama farmers, including produce, meats, honey, jam, baked goods, dairy products, and more. Partnerships between eateries and independent farmers exist to produce nourishing, sustainable, and oneof-a-kind fare.

Patrons can learn about regional offerings at their favorite restaurants or stop by year-round farmers markets to meet the local land stewards in person. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects consumers directly with local farmers. Members pay an upfront fee to the farm for a share of the season’s harvest, receiving regular deliveries of fresh, locally grown foods.

CATERING

Whether feeding folks at a wedding, seasonal party, or corporate luncheon, local caterers are prepared to make your event seamless and memorable. Independent catering businesses specialize in professional meal presentations and tailored menus, while many local restaurants also have a host of catering offerings. These experts create hors d’oeuvres, signature beverages, and main courses that are sure to please a crowd.

COUNTRY CLUBS

Several members-only country clubs are enjoyed by residents of the Greater Huntsville area. Among these clubs are The Ledges, Valley Hill Country Club, Huntsville Country Club, and Burningtree Country Club. These clubs offer a wide range of amenities to include casual and fine dining. Most accommodate special events, from weddings and anniversary dinners to business luncheons and seasonal extravaganzas.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

An iconic American steakhouse, Ruth’s Chris is renowned for its USDA Prime steaks served with that unforgettable signature sizzle, complemented by succulent seafood and an outstanding array of award-winning starters, sides, and desserts. Guests are invited to relax in the warm, polished dining rooms and rediscover why the Ruth’s Chris name continues to define refined taste, exceptional service, and elevated cuisine.

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Nightlife

When it comes to Huntsville’s nightlife, there’s a little something for everyone – from karaoke and open mic nights to nightclubs and dive bars. Here’s where to be for a fun night out on the town.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT VENUES

Huntsville’s burgeoning music scene is a major contributor to the city’s nightlife. Large venues such as the Von Braun Center and The Orion Amphitheater bring in world-renowned artists, while more intimate venues – including Stovehouse, Campus No. 805, The Camp, and Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment – make live music a part of their regular programming. The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra hosts performances at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, and residents can also catch a number of plays, Broadway musicals, and ballets year-round. Meanwhile, comedy shows at venues like Levity Live keep Huntsville residents laughing late into the night.

BREWERIES

they accompany. Try pairing favorite locally made spirits with regionally sourced ingredients for a cocktail that is truly unique to the city. Plus, don’t miss the Downtown Huntsville Craft Cocktail Trail, featuring nearly a dozen establishments.

PUBS AND BARS

DID YOU KNOW?

Named after aerospace pioneer Wernher von Braun, the Von Braun Center has welcomed world-famous musicians, including Elvis Presley, Prince, Johnny Cash, and Tina Turner, since opening its doors in 1975.

Following the Brewpub Act of 1992 and other legislative reforms, such as the 2011 Brewery Modernization Act, local brewmasters have treated Rocket City residents to their special concoctions and craft beers. Today, both locals and visitors can enjoy the Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail – one of the longest in the Southeast – and a wide range of fresh, high-quality American and European malts, ales, lagers, and meads. Whether in search of something floral, spicy, sour, or sweet, brewmasters in and around Huntsville are sure to have it all.

COCKTAIL BARS

For those who prefer mixed drinks, look no further than the many artisanal cocktail offerings at ambient bars, restaurants, and speakeasy-style spaces across the area. Enjoy refined classics and new imaginings that are as creative as the menus

From sports bars offering 20+ high-resolution TVs to rooftops with views, relaxing patios, live entertainment, and underground taverns, local pubs and bars satisfy any nocturnal craving. Guests can experience locales with as many as 400 beers and games of all kinds while enjoying classic bar foods or more upscale menus. Cheer on your favorite team over savory shareables or get the gang together for trivia night, karaoke, arcade games, pool, and more. Be sure to check in at your favorite stomping ground for seasonal pop-up events and offerings!

PRIVATE CLUBS

Several members-only clubs are enjoyed by residents of the Greater Huntsville area. Among them are The Ledges, Valley Hill Country Club, Huntsville Country Club, Burningtree Country Club, and Athletic Club Alabama. These clubs offer a wide range of amenities that include casual and fine dining, with many accommodating special events, from weddings to anniversary dinners to business luncheons and seasonal extravaganzas.

YEARLY EVENTS

Throughout the year, Huntsville hosts vibrant events. Keep an eye out for concert series, seasonal festivals and markets, charitable benefits and galas, pop-up events, and more.

Family Fun

Thanks to its unique blend of rich history, iconic attractions, and timeless Southern hospitality, Huntsville has an enduring appeal as a family-friendly destination.

Frequenting national lists of the best places to live in America for years, the Rocket City most recently claimed a spot on Southern Living’s “The South’s Best Cities 2025,” and, according to HGTV, it’s one of the nation’s best mid-sized cities. Huntsville’s Madison County welcomed nearly 4 million visitors in 2024 – in fact, Madison County was the most-visited county in the state of Alabama – and is poised to welcome even more in coming years.

Huntsville is often referred to as “America’s Birthplace of Space,” and it’s no surprise that its most-visited tourist attraction is the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Admission to this museum includes access to the two main buildings as well as outdoor Rocket Park and Shuttle Park. The museum’s permanent collection displays hundreds of space artifacts from the first American satellite, Explorer I, to next-generation vehicles, such as Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and a full-scale replica of the Saturn V rocket. Space enthusiasts can also check out the Von Braun Astronomical Society’s planetarium and observatory while in town.

Offering a “naturally delightful” excursion for nature lovers is the Huntsville Botanical Garden. Visitors are encouraged to

explore all 118 acres, with highlights including the Damson Aquatic Garden, Bush Azalea Trail, Wicks Family Garden, and Purdy Butterfly House –the country’s largest open-air butterfly house. Various events, seasonal festivals, and educational opportunities are scheduled year-round.

DID YOU KNOW?

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center® holds the distinction of being the largest spaceflight museum in the world. In 2024, approximately 600,000 people visited the museum. U.S. Space & Rocket Center® / Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center®, Home of Space Camp®

For history buffs, there’s always something fascinating to discover on a trip to Huntsville. One of the premier military museums in the nation, the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum features artifacts and military equipment from the last few centuries, including the oldest surviving jeep, the Ford Pygmy. In nearby Athens, the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives offers tours of its militaryfocused exhibits provided by local veterans. Just east of

Huntsville, the North Alabama Railroad Museum is on a mission to preserve the area’s railroad history. Visitors can even ride a vintage train over the museum’s own Mercury & Chase Railroad. More history can be had in –and on top of – the Rocket City. Located on Round Top Mountain, Burritt on the Mountain is an open-air museum that invites visitors to step back in time to the 1800s. Carefully restored historic buildings, living history interpreters, and authentic artifacts all contribute to Burritt’s charm. Also showcasing 19th-century life is the Twickenham Historic District, which boasts more than 65 antebellum homes and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

For families with kids, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum is a must-do. With an emphasis on science and history, the museum’s hands-on exhibits encourage children to touch, climb, pull, and explore. Affiliated with the museum is Alabama Constitution Hall Park, which offers guided tours on the site where Alabama became a state. Familyfriendly Point Mallard Park in Decatur is a favorite summertime destination thanks to its water park, which features a wave pool, Olympic-size pool, multiple slides, a sandy beach area, and more.

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Decatur is also home to the state-of-the-art Cook Museum of Natural Science – sure to be a crowd-pleaser for curious minds of all ages. Spanning over 62,000 square feet, the museum offers exhibits both visually stunning and informative, featuring live animals, interactive displays, detailed dioramas, and a 15,000gallon saltwater aquarium.

Avid sports fans can follow the Rocket City Trash Pandas (baseball), Huntsville City FC (soccer), Huntsville Havoc (ice hockey), and Huntsville Nova (volleyball), among other semi-professional sports teams in the area. Founded in 1959, the Huntsville Speedway is a local institution; head here on Saturday nights in the summer to see stock car racing at its finest. Those wanting to get in on the action have their pick of sporting facilities in Huntsville. The city is home to two locations of High Point Climbing and Fitness, premier gyms featuring climbing and bouldering space for all ages and skill levels. Recreational facilities in the area include golf courses, pickleball courts, tennis facilities, and bowling alleys.

As any local will tell you, there’s no shortage of unique Huntsville experiences. For those wanting to learn more about the city, guided tours are available for everything from food and ghosts to historic homes and civil rights landmarks. More fun can be had at several arcades, trampoline parks, escape rooms, and niche museums, including SIGNALS – Museum of Information Explosion and the Huntsville Revisited Museum. Located in the heart of the city, dining and entertainment complex Campus No. 805 is a go-to stop on a night out with family or friends.

No matter your itinerary, a visit to Huntsville is sure to provide endless fun and priceless memories for the whole family.

Amusement

Altitude Trampoline Park

6275 University Dr. NW, Ste. 14

Huntsville, AL 35806

256.690.5005

altitudetrampolinepark.com

Campus No. 805

2620 Clinton Ave. W Huntsville, AL 35805

256.519.6212 campus805.com

Dave & Buster’s

950 Maker’s Way NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.947.5650 daveandbusters.com

Escapology Escape

Rooms Madison

143 Stadium Way Madison, AL 35758

256.908.8185 escapology.com

Field Day

6123 University Dr. NW, Unit 110 Huntsville, AL 35806

256.333.0056 fieldday.fun

Flow Supreme Air Sports

2021 Drake Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.542.1996 flowsupremeairsports.com

Huntsville Escape Rooms

604 Madison St. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.665.1642 theescape.com

Huntsville Ghost Walk

256.783.2065 huntsvilleghostwalk.com

Let’s Play Huntsville 6275 University Dr. NW, Ste. 13 Huntsville, AL 35806

256.684.8727 letsplayparty.com

Lumberjack Alley 930 Old Monrovia Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

678.965.5707 starsandstrikes.com

Main Event Huntsville 6884 Governors W. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.367.8333 mainevent.com

Pints & Pixels

2500 Clinton Ave. W, Ste. H Huntsville, AL 35805 931.291.7021 pintsandpixels.pub

Point Mallard Park 2901 Point Mallard Cir. SE Decatur, AL 35601 256.341.4900 pointmallardpark.com

Rage Room 1239 Putnam Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35816

256.715.0390 rageroomhsv.com

Rocket City Arcade 127 Merritt Dr.  New Hope, AL 35760

256.715.6720 rocketcityarcade.com

Roller Time Skate Center

707 Arcadia Cir. NW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.489.7655 rollertime.com

Scenethat Tours 256.658.6900 scenethattours.com

Topgolf Huntsville 6100 Topgolf Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35806 256.270.4667 topgolf.com

Urban Air Adventure Park 5900 University Dr. Huntsville, AL 35806 938.829.0818 urbanair.com

We Rock the Spectrum 326 Sutton Rd. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763

256.585.2179 werockthespectrum huntsville.com

X-Golf Huntsville

2500 Clinton Ave. W, Ste. C

Huntsville, AL 35805

256.715.8785 xgolfhuntsville.com

Attractions

Alabama Constitution

Hall Park

109 Gates Ave. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.746.3110 earlyworks.com

Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives

114 W Pryor St.  Athens, AL 35611

256.771.7578 alabamaveterans museum.com

Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.536.2882 burrittonthemountain.com

Cook Museum of Natural Science

133 Fourth Ave. NE Decatur, AL 35601

256.351.4505 cookmuseum.org

EarlyWorks Children’s Museum

404 Madison St. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.564.8100 earlyworks.com

Historic

Huntsville Depot

320 Church St. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.564.8100

Huntsville Botanical Garden

4747 Bob Wallace Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35805

256.830.4447 hsvbg.org

Huntsville Museum of Art

300 Church St. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.535.4350 hsvmuseum.org

Huntsville Revisited Museum

2007 N. Memorial Pkwy. Ste. O Huntsville, AL 35810

256.683.7160

North Alabama

Railroad Museum

694 Chase Rd. NE Huntsville, AL 35811

256.851.6276 northalabamarailroad museum.com

SIGNALS – Museum of Information Explosion 1806 University Dr. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.857.1293 signals-museum.org

U.S. Space & Rocket Center 1 Tranquility Base Huntsville, AL 35805

800.637.7223 rocketcenter.com

U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum 2060 Airport Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.883.3737 memorialmuseum.org

Von Braun

Astronomical Society

100 Observatory Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35801

256.539.0316 vbas.org

Weeden House Museum

300 Gates Ave. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.536.7718 weedenhouse museum.com

Sports

BASEBALL

Rocket City

Trash Pandas

Toyota Field

500 Trash Panda Way Madison, AL 35758

256.325.1403 milb.com/rocket-city

BOWLING

AMF Pin Palace Lanes 2006 Country Club Ave. Huntsville, AL 35816

256.534.8438 amf.com

AMF River City Lanes 3117 Hwy. 31 S Decatur, AL 35601

256.353.3162 amf.com

Bowl Madison 8661 Hwy. 72 W Madison, AL 35758

256.722.0015 bowlmadison.com

Main Event Huntsville

6884 Governors W. NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256.367.8333 mainevent.com

Redstone Lanes

Bowling Center

3424 Hercules Rd. Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898

256.842.2695

redstone.armymwr.com/ programs/bowling-center

Stars and Strikes

930 Old Monrovia Rd. NW Huntsville, AL 35806 678.965.5707 starsandstrikes.com

FOOTBALL

Alabama A&M Bulldogs

Louis Crews Stadium 4900 Meridian St. N Huntsville, AL 35810 aamusports.com/sports/ football

GOLF - PRIVATE COURSES

Burningtree Country Club

2521 Burningtree Dr. SE Decatur, AL 35603

256.355.5827 btcountryclub.com

Canebrake Club 23015 Founders Cir. Athens, AL 35613

256.232.2412 canebrakeclub.com

Huntsville Country Club

2601 Oakwood Ave. Huntsville, AL 35810

256.859.3000 huntsvillecountryclub.com

The Ledges

32 Castle Down Dr. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.883.0860 theledges.com

Valley Hill Country Club

8300 Valley Hill Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35802

256.883.0850 vhcc.com

GOLF - PUBLIC COURSES

The Colonial Golf Club

400 Colonial Dr. Meridianville, AL 35759

256.828.0431 colonial.golf

The Links at Redstone 4140 Goss Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35898

256.842.7977 redstone.armymwr.com

Monrovia Golf Course 7130B Hwy. 72 W Huntsville, AL 35806 256.837.9469

Point Mallard Golf Course 2600 Point Mallard Dr. SE Decatur, AL 35601

256.341.4925 pointmallardpark.com

RTJ Golf Trail at Hampton Cove

450 Old Hwy. 432 Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763

256.551.1818 rtjgolf.com/hamptoncove

Southern Gayles Golf Club

22230 Mooresville Rd. Athens, AL 35613

256.232.9888 southerngayles.com

Sunset Landing Golf Course

346 James Record Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35824 256.464.5050 portofhuntsville.com/ sunset-landing-golfcourse

PICKLEBALL

Big Spring Memorial Park 350 Market St. E Athens, AL 35611 256.233.8740 athensalabama.us

Brahan Spring Recreation Center 3770 Ivy Ave. SW Huntsville, AL 35805

256.883.3710 huntsvilleal.gov

Challenger Gymnasium 13555 Chaney Thompson Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35803 256.883.3715 huntsvilleal.gov

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is not just a museum; it is the Gateway to Space and a living testament to the innovation that earned Huntsville its famous nickname, the Rocket City. As you settle into your new home, make the USSRC your first stop for wonder, learning, and community!

Unlock Unlimited Access: The Power of Membership

The best way to enjoy the Museum is through a USSRC Membership. A membership is your all-access pass to the history and future of space, providing incredible value for residents who plan to visit often

Unlimited admission to the U S Space & Rocket Center during normal business hours

10% discount on food and merchandise purchases at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center

FREE general admission to more than 250 par ticipating ASTC Passpor t Science Centers worldwide

The Home of Space Camp®

Apollo

Includes one named member

Gemini

Includes two named members

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Mars Family

Includes up to two named adults and four children under the age of 18

Up to two half-price museum tickets for guests attending with a member

Dr. Robert Shurney

Legacy Center

3011-A Sparkman Dr. NW Huntsville, AL 35810

256.851.4010 huntsvilleal.gov

Dublin Memorial Park 8324 Madison Pk. Madison, AL 35758

256.772.9300 madisonal.gov

Fern Bell Recreation Center

107 Sanders Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35802

256.883.3640 huntsvilleal.gov

Huntsville Pickleball Club

186 Trojan Dr. Hazel Green, AL 35750 pickleball-huntsville.com

Mark Russell Recreation Center

429 Taylor Rd. Huntsville, AL 35763

256.650.4747 huntsvilleal.gov

Max Luther Drive Community Center

207 Max Luther Dr. Huntsville, AL 35811

256.427.5780 huntsvilleal.gov

Monrovia Community Center

254 Allen Drake Dr. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.489.3366 facebook.com/monrovia communitycenter

Optimist Recreation Center

703 Oakwood Ave. NE Huntsville, AL 35811

256.427.5775 huntsvilleal.gov

The Picklr

6123 University Dr. NW, Ste. 130 Huntsville, AL 35806 thepicklr.com

PickleRoom

30175 U.S. 72 Madison, AL 35756

256.361.6067 pickleroom247.com

Rocket City Pickleball Club

3228 Leema Ferry Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.203.6376 insidepickleball.com

Sandra Moon

Community Complex

7901 Bailey Cove Rd. Huntsville, AL 35802

256.881.7564 huntsvilleal.gov

Town Madison 190 Graphics Dr. Madison, AL 35758

256.461.1655 madisonal.gov

West Huntsville Recreation Center

150 Martin Rd. Huntsville, AL 35824

256.427.7194 huntsvilleal.gov

Willow Park

1928 Aftonbrae Dr. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

256.883.3292 huntsvilleal.gov

HOCKEY

Huntsville Havoc

Von Braun Center

700 Monroe St. Huntsville, AL 35801

256.518.6160 huntsvillehavoc.com

RACING

Huntsville Speedway

357 Hegia Burrow Rd. SE Huntsville, AL 35803

256.679.5156 huntsvillespeedway.com

ROLLER DERBY

Rocket City Roller Derby rocketcityderby.com

SOCCER

Huntsville City FC 3125 Don Mincher Dr. SW Huntsville, AL 35801 huntsvillecityfc.com

TENNIS

Athletic Club Alabama 3250 Leeman Ferry Rd. SW Huntsville, AL 35801

256.881.0931 athleticclubalabama.com

Huntsville Tennis Center

2305 Airport Rd. Huntsville, AL 35805

256.883.3986 huntsvilletennis center.com

Madison Tennis Academy 11306 County Line Rd. Madison, AL 35758

423.645.7491 madisontennis academy.com

VOLLEYBALL

Rocket City Volleyball Club 2650 Jordan Ln. NW Huntsville, AL 35816

256.457.9268 rcvc.net

United Volleyball 2402 10th St. NW Huntsville, AL 35805 unitedvolleyball.club

Movie

Theaters

AMC Decatur 12 1801 Beltline Rd. SW Decatur, AL 35601

256.260.1360 amctheatres.com AMC

256.882.1202 amctheatres.com

Cinemark Bridge Street and XD 370 The Bridge St. Huntsville, AL 35806

256.327.8340 cinemark.com

Cineplanet 15 2100 Hughes Rd. Madison, AL 35758

256.890.7027 cineplanet15.com

The Independent Cinema 2211 Seminole Dr., Studio 150 Huntsville, AL 35805 205.774.9616 theindependenthsv.com

Outdoor Adventures

Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains near the Tennessee River, Huntsville is a sought-after destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Residents and visitors are treated to the best of what northern Alabama has to offer, from sprawling greenways and nature preserves to bubbling springs and serene waterfronts.

STATE PARKS AND GREENWAYS

Two of Alabama’s most beloved state parks are located within a 30-minute drive from downtown Huntsville. Perched on top of Monte Sano Mountain, Monte Sano State Park boasts panoramic views of the Rocket City. Here visitors can find hiking and biking trails, campsites, picnic pavilions, a disc golf course, and even a Japanese garden and tea house. In nearby Woodville, Cathedral Caverns State Park attracts visitors with its striking cave formations and diverse recreational activities.

The city of Huntsville maintains 12 greenways that cater to pedestrians and cyclists alike; among them are the Aldridge Creek Greenway, clocking in at 5.49 miles, and the Tennessee River Greenway, a nearly 1-mile path featuring riverfront views.

NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND RECREATION

Huntsville is home to more than 60 public parks, many of which include playgrounds,

DID YOU KNOW?

Monte Sano has been attracting visitors since the 1880s, when the Hotel Monte Sano was built to serve as a luxury health resort. The hotel welcomed guests seeking to beat the summer heat as well as relief from various ailments.

picnic spots, walking trails, and sports fields. The area also has several off-leash dog parks. Hosting numerous events throughout the year, Big Spring International Park is a Huntsville treasure celebrated for its green space, picturesque lake, and various wildlife as well as its cherry trees and iconic red bridge, both gifts to the city from Japan. John Hunt Park offers nearly 450 acres including sports facilities, a skatepark, skating rinks, and a festival site. Sports enthusiasts can find everything they need and more at Brahan Spring Park,

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve / Photo by Lauren Sanderson

another popular recreation area in Huntsville due to its sprawling playground, splash pad, and disc golf course – the oldest in Alabama.

NATURE PRESERVES

Ripe with rich biodiversity and natural beauty, the Rocket City’s nature preserves are waiting to be explored. Monte Sano Nature Preserve boasts one of the largest urban land preserves in the country with approximately 1,100 acres. In addition to Monte Sano, the Land Trust of North Alabama welcomes visitors to explore Bethel Spring, Blevins Gap, Cane Creek Canyon, Chapman Mountain, Green Mountain, Harvest Square, Hickory Cove, Rainbow Mountain, and Wade Mountain nature preserves. An important part of the North Alabama Birding Trail, Hays Nature Preserve is a scenic retreat offering over 10 miles of trails that snake along tranquil waterways. Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve, located in West Huntsville, features more than 1.5 miles of trails and quick access to green space.

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HIKING TRAILS

Hiking trails suitable for all skill levels abound in and around Huntsville. Monte Sano State Park offers some of the best, with popular trails including the South Plateau Loop and Mountain Mist Trail. Notable hikes in the nearby Monte Sano Nature Preserve are the Old Railroad Bed Trail and the Three Caves Loop, which circles a former limestone quarry. The Burritt Nature Trails – a part of Burritt on the Mountain – wind through beautifully wooded areas and are open yearround. For those seeking an easy hike with a big reward, the Madison County Nature Trail and Beaverdam Swamp Boardwalk are great choices. Located in the Green Mountain Nature Preserve, out-and-back Alum Hollow Trail delights nature lovers with its 30-foot tiered waterfall.

BIKING TRAILS

Huntsville’s parks and greenways provide trails galore for the avid biker. A few favorites include the paved Bankhead Trail through Monte Sano State Park and the paved loop around Big Spring International Park. Many greenways, such as the Big Cove Creek Greenway, Flint River Greenway, and Little Cove Greenway, have connecting trails that form a smooth and scenic ride through the city. Mountain biking is a popular pastime in the Rocket City as well. In fact, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center is home to 16 mountain bike trails perfect for beginner riders. Built on the former Huntsville Municipal Golf Course, John Hunt Park’s mountain bike course is 4.1 miles long and used as a NICA/ACA race site. Of course, mountain biking on Monte Sano Mountain is a bucket list-worthy endeavor, with trails that vary in both difficulty and elevation.

WATER ADVENTURES

On hot summer days, nothing beats getting out on the water. With its proximity to the Tennessee and Flint rivers, it’s no surprise that Huntsville is a hot spot for water activities. Located on the southern edge of Huntsville, Ditto Landing serves as a jumping-off point for water recreation on the Tennessee River. The marina is home to sailboats and yachts alike, and anglers flock to the area to fish the river’s bass, catfish, and bream. Ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or paddling, the Flint River – a tributary of the Tennessee River – has over 50 miles of floatable water. Visitors will find gentle currents, easy access points, and a number of outfitters that operate in the area.

Air Adventures

Gone With the Winds Balloon Company

256.461.8612 ballooningal.com

Rocket City Helicopters

256.656.2262 rocketcityhelicopters.com

Vision Zip Line Tour

256.713.8888 visionministry.org

Biking

Bicycle CoveHampton Cove

256.533.2300 bicycle-cove.com

Bicycle Cove - Madison 256.325.0878 bicycle-cove.com

Blue Bikes tandem-mobility.com/ huntsville-blue-bikes

Huntsville Area Mountain Bike Riders (HAMR) hamrhsv.com

Huntsville Urban Bike Share Coop huntsvilleurbanbikeshare.com

Rocket City eBikes

256.692.6822 rocketcityebikes.com

Spring City Cycling Club springcity.org

Sunset Bicycles

256.270.8703 sunsetbicycles.com

Trailhead Inc.

256.534.1333 trailheadinc.net

Caving

Cathedral Caverns

256.888.0230 alapark.com/ cathedral-caverns

Huntsville Grotto huntsvillegrotto.net

Climbing

High Point Climbing and Fitness – Lincoln Mill

256.864.6433 highpointclimbing.com

High Point Climbing and Fitness – Mid City

938.200.8330 highpointclimbing.com

Johnson Legacy Center

256.213.4552 huntsvilleal.gov/ johnson-legacy-center

Greenways & Parks

Aldridge Creek Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ aldridge-creek-greenway

Atwood Linear Park Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/atwoodlinear-park-greenway

Big Cove Creek Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/bigcove-creek-greenway

Cathedral Caverns State Park

256.888.0230 alapark.com/ cathedral-caverns

Elgie’s Walk Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ elgies-walk-greenway

Flint River Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ locations/flint-rivergreenway

Gateway Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ gateway-greenway

Indian Creek Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ indian-creek-greenway

Little Cove Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ little-cove-greenway

Monte Sano State Park

256.534.3757 alapark.com/ monte-sano-state-park

Tennessee River Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/tennessee-river-greenway

Trailhead Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ trailhead-greenway

Wade Mountain Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/wademountain-greenway

Zierdt Greenway huntsvilleal.gov/ zierdt-greenway

MultiRecreational Resources

Mountain High Outfitters

- Bob Wallace Ave.

256.384.3220 mountainhigh outfitters.com

Mountain High Outfitters

- Bridge Street

256.327.8438 mountainhigh outfitters.com

Mountain High Outfitters

- Clift Farm

256.585.2256 mountainhigh outfitters.com

REI Huntsville

256.430.4424

rei.com/stores/huntsville

Team Rocket Tri Club teamrockettri.org

River Adventures

Brown Bear LLC Canoe and Kayak Rentals

256.885.6546 facebook.com/ brownbearllc

Forrest Paddle Boarding

256.690.7000 forrestpaddle boarding.com

North Alabama Canoe & Kayak (NACK)

256.529.0357 facebook.com/north alabamacanoekayak

Row Huntsville 256.289.3359 rowhuntsville.com

Running

Fleet Feet Huntsville 256.650.7063 fleetfeet.com

Huntsville Track Club huntsvilletrackclub.org

Rocket City Runners linktr.ee/ rocketcityrunners

RunningLane 256.696.6122 runninglane.com

We Run Huntsville 256.763.0481 werunhuntsville.com

Shooting Ranges

Blue and Gray Rifle and Pistol Club blueandgray.org

Bullet & Barrel

256.384.4867 bulletandbarrel.com

Hobbs Island Shooting Range

256.723.4477 thehisr.com

Larry’s Pistol & Pawn

256.534.1000 pistolandpawn.com

Last Resort Guns 256.774.5741 lastresortguns.com

Madison County Shooting Sports Association

256.285.4850 mcssa-al.org

Wildlife Viewing

Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve 256.532.5326 huntsvilleal.gov/dallasw-fanning-naturepreserve

Goldsmith-Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary  256.532.5326 huntsvilleal.gov/goldsmith-schiffman-wildlifesanctuary

Hays Nature Preserve 256.532.5326 huntsvilleal.gov/ environment/greenteam/nature-preserves/ hays-nature-preserve

Tennessee Valley Audubon Society tennesseevalley audubon.org

Annual Events

Throughout the year, Huntsville welcomes locals and visitors alike to festivals, celebrations, and happenings that showcase the best of Southern living. From art and music-centric events to treasured holiday traditions, the city’s jam-packed calendar offers something for every age and interest.

With its stunning scenery, idyllic weather, and Southern hospitality, the Greater Huntsville area has become a top destination for events of all kinds. Around town, visitors will regularly find food truck rallies, farmers markets, movie nights, and live performances. Huntsville Restaurant Week showcases its diverse culinary offerings every August, while Huntsville Music Month highlights the city’s music scene each September. Attractions such as the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville Botanical Garden, and Burritt on the Mountain maintain a busy calendar to draw guests in again and again.

In the springtime, Huntsville residents look forward to new blooms and several beloved local events. Panoply Arts Festival, a juried art show at Big Spring International Park, is one of the area’s biggest events, with an Art Marketplace, live music, hands-on art activities, and more. The Huntsville Botanical Garden celebrates spring with the Spring Plant Sale, Spring Hat Luncheon, and Mom & Me Tea at the Garden. On Memorial Day weekend, families flock to neighboring Decatur for the Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic, which boasts the oldest hot-air balloon race in the mid-South.

As the weather heats up, so does Huntsville’s music scene. Concerts in the Park – a concert series free to the public – takes place on Monday nights throughout the summer in Big Spring International Park. At Burritt on the Mountain, the

City Lights & Stars Concert Series invites visitors to enjoy varying musical acts under the Alabama stars from May through September. In June, the Land Trust of North Alabama presents Concert at Three Caves, an annual concert uniquely held in a former limestone quarry. Ditto Landing plays host to both the Summer Sunset Concert Series

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One of the area’s most unique holiday events just might be “Christmas Capers,” held each December in Madison. The Depression-era tradition involves throwing live chickens – now rubber chickens, with prizes attached –to the public from atop the local drugstore.

and Independence Day Celebration, bringing visitors to the iconic marina in droves.

Once autumn rolls around, the area is ready to celebrate the changing of the seasons with fall festivals and events. Monte Sano Art Festival, featuring more than 140 visual artists, is a September mainstay at scenic Monte Sano State Park. Local Oktoberfest celebrations honor German culture and cuisine, while the WhistleStop BBQ Festival offers a fun weekend of barbecue and music. The Huntsville Ghost Walk begins its chilling season

with stories from Huntsville’s haunted past. In neighboring cities, the Madison Street Festival, Athens Storytelling Festival, and Decatur’s River Clay Fine Arts Festival draw large crowds throughout the month of October.

Those in search of Halloween festivities will enjoy Burritt on the Mountain’s Haunted Mansion Dinners, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum’s Halloween Bash, Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Little Monsters Mash, and the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s “Spooky Space Spectacular” Halloween party.

November kicks off a slew of Huntsville holiday traditions including Skating in the Park at the Huntsville Museum of Art and the Tinsel Trail – a winter wonderland complete with more than 400 locally decorated live Christmas trees at Big Spring International Park. At the Huntsville Botanical Garden, Galaxy of Lights is truly a holiday light extravaganza with dazzling installations and seasonal displays. December’s calendar also includes the Rocket City Marathon, one of the South’s premier marathon events located in downtown Huntsville.

A number of Christmas festivities round out Huntsville’s event offerings, including Christkindlmarket at The Orion Amphitheater, Burritt on the Mountain’s Candlelight Christmas, Christmas on the River at Ditto Landing, and EarlyWorks Children’s Museum’s 12 Nights with Santa.

YEAR-ROUND EVENTS

Burritt on the Mountain

256.536.2882

BURRITTONTHEMOUNTAIN.COM

Open all year long, Burritt on the Mountain is a unique Huntsville attraction that offers historic sites, nature trails, and plenty of educational experiences. Burritt on the Mountain hosts a number of events throughout the year, such as the Round Top Folk Festival, Cocktails at The View –Burritt’s 3,000-square-foot overlook, and the City Lights & Stars Concert Series. The holidays are also a great time to visit; in October, enjoy Haunted Mansion Dinners complete with ghost stories and tarot card readings, while December brings Candlelight Christmases, where visitors can roast chestnuts, string popcorn, taste figgy pudding, handpaint an ornament, and more.

Ditto Landing

256.882.1057 | DITTOLANDING.ORG

Ditto Landing doesn’t just serve as Huntsville’s gateway to the Tennessee River; the marina also plays host to a number of events throughout the year. The Summer Sunset Concert Series at Ditto Landing is a family-friendly event recurring through the summer months with food trucks and live performances at Kingston Pavilion, all with the best sunset view in the city. In July, an Independence Day Celebration brings live music, food trucks, and fireworks to the marina. And in December, Christmas on the River at Ditto Landing has become an annual tradition featuring Christmas Card Lane with life-size Christmas cards.

EarlyWorks Children’s Museum

256.564.8100 | EARLYWORKS.COM

EarlyWorks Children’s Museum seamlessly blends education and entertainment with exhibits – both permanent and visiting – that engage kids’ imaginations. The museum also lures visitors with regular events such as Parents’ Night Out, where kids can play while parents enjoy a date night on the second Saturday of each month. Community-focused days like Tinkerfest bring in local businesses to help promote various STEAM activities. EarlyWorks Halloween Bash is a special trick-or-treating experience for families in October, while 12 Nights with Santa is a magical holiday experience with gingerbread cookies, homemade ornaments, and, of course, a visit with Santa Claus.

Huntsville Botanical Garden

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At the Huntsville Botanical Garden, there is always something exciting happening amidst the blooms, from seasonal celebrations to educational workshops. In the spring, the garden comes to life during popular events like the Spring Plant Sale and Spring Hat Luncheon. Summer performances of “Shakespeare in the Garden” draw crowds to the garden’s amphitheater during golden hour. The fall brings beloved events like Hops & Harvest, Little Monsters Mash, and Spellbound – an immersive fall experience for adults 21+. The popular Galaxy of Lights takes place in November and December and dazzles with lights and whimsical scenes throughout the garden.

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

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Whether shopping for unique art, participating in a workshop, or in search of live music, Huntsville’s Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment is the place to be. Open Studio Nights happen throughout the year, giving visiting artists a chance to meet the public and display their work across seven galleries. Concerts on the Dock, Lowe Mill’s

signature free concert series, has brought live performances to the historic water tower stage since 2007. Around the holidays, check out Small Business Saturday, Winter Solstice Market, and Yule Y’all Christmas Market and Spirit Sampling – complete with handcrafted gifts, tasty treats, and a Krampus appearance, plus the lighting of the iconic water tower.

U.S. Space & Rocket Center®

256.837.3400 | ROCKETCENTER.COM

Blast off into adventure at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, where hundreds of items showcase the past, present, and future of spaceflight. But the center is home to much more than just artifacts. In the summer and fall months, Biergarten draws a crowd with its delicious German cuisine, a cash bar with refreshing drinks, and live music under the historic Saturn V. Cocktails & Cosmos is another popular recurring event that includes a show in the planetarium – paired with cosmically created cocktails – and “Spooky Space Spectacular” is the center’s annual Halloween party. Of course, the center’s internationally recognized Space Camps are available for both families and individuals – offering the ultimate educational experience for space lovers.

Community Kite Festival

JOHN HUNT PARK | MARCH 2026

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The City of Huntsville and Ray of Hope Foundation partner to present this free, family-friendly event at John Hunt Park Festival Grounds. Attendees can bring their own kite or purchase one at the festival. In addition to the colorful kites, the festival offers children’s activities, food trucks, and more.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE | MARCH 14

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Since its inception in 1978, the Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade has traveled through downtown Huntsville in celebration of Irish heritage and culture. The parade features floats, live music, and the naming of a Parade Queen and Court. Attendees are encouraged to wear green!

Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo

VON BRAUN CENTER | APRIL 17-19

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Alabama’s largest celebration of all things geek, the Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo is a family-friendly event that features special celebrity guests, 200+ vendors, cosplay contests, a gaming room, discussion panels, and more. Special guests for the 2026 expo include Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, Vicki Lawrence, and Wil Wheaton.

Battle of the Buffalo

BIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK | APRIL 18

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Battle of the Buffalo is an annual chicken wing festival, with local restaurants and amateur cooks vying for the prize of having the tastiest wings in the Tennessee Valley. Various vendors from the community, live music, and a kid-friendly fun zone are also a part of this afternoon event. Funds raised go directly to support local cancer patients.

Panoply Arts Festival

BIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK

APRIL 24-26 | ARTSHUNTSVILLE.ORG/EVENT

The Southeast’s premier arts weekend, Panoply Arts Festival has transformed Big Spring International Park into a vibrant hub of art and music every April for more than 40 years. The event attracts visual artists from all over the country for three days of musical performances, food trucks, kid-friendly activities, community art projects, and the fan-favorite Art Marketplace.

PorchFest FivePoints

FIVE POINTS HISTORIC DISTRICT | MAY 2 FACEBOOK.COM/PORCHFESTFIVEPOINTS

A unique music tradition that began in 2020, PorchFest FivePoints invites local musicians to perform on the front porches of homes in the Five Points Historic District. The event is free, but tips are encouraged! Local food trucks will also be serving PorchFest attendees.

Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair

TOYOTA FIELD | MAY 4-17

The Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair at Madison’s Toyota Field is a multiday event with rollercoasters, carousels, a tilt-a-whirl, a Ferris wheel, carnival games, and so much more. Food and beverage options include classic fair food such as fried Oreos, chicken on a stick, and cotton candy.

Camp to Amp Festival

MIDCITY DISTRICT | MAY 16

MIDCITYDISTRICT.COM/CAMPTOAMP

Celebrating North Alabama’s community, arts, and music, the Camp to Amp Festival connects MidCity District’s The Camp to The Orion Amphitheater – filling the streets with nonprofits, artists, vendors, local businesses, chefs, and pedestrians. The free, day-long event also features three stages with a number of live performances.

Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic

POINT MALLARD PARK | MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

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Decatur’s Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic is the oldest hot-air balloon race in the mid-South. Today, the Jubilee brings in approximately 60 pilots for two days of competition on Memorial Day weekend. In addition to the main event, attendees will find food and vendors, entertainment, arts and crafts, an automobile “classic cars” show, and an antique tractor show.

Cigar Box Guitar Festival

MAY 30-31

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Huntsville is home to the world’s longestrunning Cigar Box Festival. The familyfriendly event brings together seasoned musicians and curious newcomers alike for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Concerts in the Park

BIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK

SUMMER MONDAY NIGHTS

ARTSHUNTSVILLE.ORG/EVENT

This free concert series – a collaboration between the Arts Council and the City of Huntsville’s Department of Parks and Recreation – is held every summer for 10 weeks on the Huntsville Museum of Art outdoor stage in Big Spring International Park. The concerts showcase a mix of musical genres, from rock and roll and pop to swing, country, and bluegrass.

Sounds of the Summer

HOME PLACE PARK

SELECT SUMMER THURSDAY NIGHTS

MADISONARTSALLIANCE.ORG

Presented by the Madison Arts Alliance, Sounds of the Summer concert series is a free, family-friendly event featuring live music on select Thursday nights. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets to enjoy the evening performances.

Concert at Three Caves

THREE CAVES | JUNE 2026

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Three Caves is truly a one-of-a-kind venue: a former limestone quarry nestled at the base of the Monte Sano Nature Preserve, conveniently located just two miles from downtown Huntsville! The Land Trust of North Alabama’s Concert at Three Caves is a beloved annual event that features popular bands on the main stage as well as food and drinks. Land Trust members receive their tickets at a discounted price.

Juneteenth Festival

BIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK | JUNE 2026

HUNTSVILLEAL.GOV

The annual Juneteenth Festival, presented by the City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and Amazon, is an evening event in Big Spring International Park. The free, family-friendly celebration features live music, food trucks, and fireworks. Engaging STEAM activities for all ages at The STEAM Zone provide extra fun and learning.

Spirit of America Festival

POINT MALLARD PARK | JULY 4

FACEBOOK.COM/SPIRITOFAMERICAFESTIVAL

For more than 50 years, this free Independence Day event has been a staple in the Decatur community. From live music and hot dog-eating contests to the Family Fun Zone and spectacular fireworks display, the Spirit of America Festival is a day packed with fun at Point Mallard Park.

Huntsville Culinary Month

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Culinary Month is Huntsville’s monthlong celebration of the city’s diverse food scene, including the area’s chefs, bakers, brewers, and mixologists. At the center of Culinary Month is Huntsville Restaurant Week, which offers unbeatable deals and exclusive, limited-time menus at some of the city’s top restaurants.

FALL EVENTS

Huntsville Music Month

SEPTEMBER

HUNTSVILLEMUSIC.COM/MUSICMONTH

September is Huntsville Music Month, and the city celebrates with a high-energy lineup of concerts, festivals, exhibits, and more. Hosted by the Huntsville Music Office, Music Month not only enhances Huntsville’s reputation as a music-friendly hub, but it also provides valuable resources to local musicians. A full calendar of events can be found at huntsvillemusic.com/musicmonth.

Huntsville Ghost Walk

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SEPTEMBER 4-OCTOBER 31

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Celebrate spooky season with the Huntsville Ghost Walk, where guests can choose between three guided tours through the Twickenham, Old Town, and Downtown districts. Guides will spin tales of Huntsville’s haunted past and the spirits that remain.

Redstone Arsenal Oktoberfest

REDSTONE ARSENAL ACTIVITY FIELD

SEPTEMBER 18-20

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This three-day Oktoberfest event offers carnival fun with German flair – and maybe a Chicken Dance or two. Attendees can expect plenty of rides, games, entertainment, and live performances. Authentic German cuisine and beer are on the menu in the big tent.

Monte Sano Art Festival

MONTE SANO STATE PARK | SEPTEMBER 19-20

ARTSHUNTSVILLE.ORG/EVENT

Monte Sano Art Festival boasts “art with a view” at scenic Monte Sano State Park each fall. The festival features more than 140 local and regional visual artists in addition to food trucks and live music. From intricate jewelry to sculptures, paintings, ceramics, and more, the juried showcase promises a diverse range of artwork on display.

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival

SOUTHSIDE PARK | OCTOBER 2026

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The South Huntsville Main Business Association and Commissioner Phil Riddick team up to host this free family-friendly event. Enjoy performances throughout the afternoon by several bluegrass bands at Southside Park, as well as local food trucks serving a variety of delicious dishes.

International Festival of North Alabama (iFest)

JAYCEE COMMUNITY BUILDING | OCTOBER 2026

INTERNATIONALSOCIETYOFHUNTSVILLE.ORG

The International Society of Huntsville hosts this annual festival with exciting cultural displays from numerous countries, food trucks, vendors, live cultural performances, and a Parade of Nations. Head to the Jaycee Community Building for a day full of music, fashion, dance, and more!

WhistleStop BBQ Festival

MIDCITY DISTRICT | OCTOBER 2026

MIDCITYDISTRICT.COM/WHISTLESTOPFESTIVAL

Presented by the Apollo Coalition, WhistleStop BBQ Festival brings food and fun to the MidCity District. Stop by for a fantastic weekend of delicious barbecue, live music, contests, and more!

Madison Street Festival

DOWNTOWN MADISON | OCTOBER 3

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For more than four decades, thousands of people have gathered in historic downtown Madison for the Madison Street Festival. This vibrant event has it all: arts and crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities, exhibits, vendors, festival food, and more. The MSF Parade is an annual highlight and includes floats as well as dancers, school bands, cheerleaders, and mascots.

Maple Hill Cemetary Stroll

MAPLE HILL CEMETARY | OCTOBER 18

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Every third Sunday of October, one of the largest living history strolls in the nation comes to Maple Hill Cemetary. This event has over 75 costumed characters, traditional music, and special exhibits that highlight fascinating cemetary history.

Athens Storytelling Festival

ATHENS STATE UNIVERSITY

OCTOBER 22-24

ATHENSSTORYTELLINGFESTIVAL.COM

Preserving the fine art of storytelling is the Athens Storytelling Festival, bringing memorable performances from renowned storytellers to Athens State University each

October. The festival takes place in a tent just a few blocks from Athens’ downtown square, allowing attendees to easily walk to nearby shops and restaurants throughout their stay.

River Clay Fine Arts Festival

DOWNTOWN DECATUR | OCTOBER 24-25

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Art lovers of all ages will enjoy downtown Decatur’s River Clay Fine Arts Festival. The juried festival features artists from North Alabama, the Southeast region, and across the country. Additional festival offerings include live music, children’s activities, student art exhibits, chalk art, food trucks, and more.

WINTER EVENTS

Skating in the Park

HUNTSVILLE MUSEUM OF ART

NOVEMBER 20-JANUARY 3

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A seasonal favorite, Huntsville Museum of Art’s Skating in the Park is the city’s outdoor ice skating rink from November through January. Tickets can be purchased at the entrance, and skates are available to rent on-site. When hunger strikes, drinks and snacks can be found at Iceworks, a rink-side vendor.

Tinsel Trail

BIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK

LATE NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 31

TINSELTRAIL.ORG

This magical holiday tradition transforms Big Spring International Park into a winter wonderland with more than 400 decorated live Christmas trees, each one sponsored by a local business, group, or family. The trail is open to the public daily 24/7, and events are happening at the Tinsel Trail all season long – including coffee pop-up shops, live music, and the Tinsel Trail Trot.

Rocket City Christmas Light Show

TOYOTA FIELD | LATE NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2026

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Families travel to Toyota Field each holiday season for the Rocket City Christmas Light Show, a dazzling display featuring nearly 1 million lights. While inside the ballpark, guests are encouraged to partake in festive food and drinks and holiday activities for all ages. Check online for scheduled theme nights and character appearances that add to the fun.

Huntsville Anime-Fest

EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL | DECEMBER 2026

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Collectors of anime, manga, and pop culture items will enjoy the Huntsville Anime-Fest, which strives to be Alabama’s best and truest anime convention that features fandoms from multiple genres. The event will include exhibitors displaying comic books, toys, video games, cosplay, artwork, jewelry, and much more. A roster of anime industry professionals and fandom-related celebrities will be in attendance, too!

Christkindlmarket

THE ORION AMPHITHEATER | DECEMBER 11-13

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Presented by Arts Huntsville and The Orion Amphitheater, Christkindlmarket is the perfect spot to start checking off your holiday shopping list. The unique shopping experience takes place across three days and includes a juried artist market, as well as holiday music from local performers and holiday food and drinks.

Rocket City Marathon

DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE | DECEMBER 11-13

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Organized by the Huntsville Track Club, the Rocket City Marathon is one of the South’s premier marathon events. Runners can choose their distance between the marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and one-mile race (or take on three events to complete “The Hat Trick”). From the course to the swag to the delicious post-race food, this is one race you want on your calendar.

Twickenham Spirit of Christmas Past Homes and Luminaries Tour

TWICKENHAM HISTORIC DISTRICT | DECEMBER 12

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This annual holiday event invites guests to tour the Weeden House and four

additional private residences on Eustis Avenue, each decorated in holiday finery. Nearby, Church of the Nativity and First United Methodist Church will also be open to the public, with special music throughout the evening.

Carnegie Carnival

DOWNTOWN DECATUR | FEBRUARY 14

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The Carnegie Carnival is a full day of Mardi Gras-themed events starting with a half marathon – the Carnival Frolic 13.1 – and culminating in a nighttime parade through downtown Decatur. Additional activities include kids’ art activities, the Children’s Parade, and the Canine Parade. The Carnegie Carnival is a fundraiser benefiting the Carnegie Visual Arts Center.

Mardi Gras Huntsville

DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE | FEBRUARY 14

MARDIGRASHUNTSVILLE.COM

The streets of downtown Huntsville will be filled with revelers come Mardi Gras. The annual Grand Parade is held in the afternoon and brings colorful floats, bands, and – of course – a ton of beads. Stick around for the “tail end” of the parade: the Krewe of Barkus, a pup parade featuring costumed dogs and their owners!

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