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    Independence Day Picnic

    July 2 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Downtown Rescue Mission 1400 Evangel Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Join us for our annual Independence Picnic as Mission guests, community members, families, volunteers, and supporters come together to celebrate freedom, fellowship, and community. This free, family-friendly event will feature delicious food, fun activities, and patriotic spirit as we share an afternoon of connection and celebration. The picnic will be held on July 2nd from […]

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Tag the friend who needs to touch some grass! 🌿😂 With 118 acres to explore, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is the perfect nature escape. Wander nearly two miles of winding trails, explore eight interactive garden experiences, and soak up a little time outdoors. And there’s always something happening – from Shakespeare in the Garden and FestiFall to the Scarecrow Trail and winter’s Galaxy of Lights. 🍂🎄 No matter the time of year, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn.
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Photography submissions are officially open for the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®! 📸 

We're looking for beautiful, original photographs that capture what makes the Greater Huntsville area such a special place to live, work, visit, and explore. From local businesses and restaurants to parks, landscapes, neighborhoods, attractions, and more, we want to see the Rocket City through your eyes.

Photographers of all experience levels are welcome to submit their work, and your photo could be featured in the 2027 edition – or even on the cover!

Submissions are open from September 1 through October 31, 2026.

See the full submission guidelines, photo requirements, eligible categories, and more on our website at the link in our bio.
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Photography submissions are officially open for the upcoming edition of Choose Huntsville™ – Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide®! 📸 We're looking for beautiful, original photographs that capture what makes the Greater Huntsville area such a special place to live, work, visit, and explore. From local businesses and restaurants to parks, landscapes, neighborhoods, attractions, and more, we want to see the Rocket City through your eyes. Photographers of all experience levels are welcome to submit their work, and your photo could be featured in the 2027 edition – or even on the cover! Submissions are open from September 1 through October 31, 2026. See the full submission guidelines, photo requirements, eligible categories, and more on our website at the link in our bio.
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From restaurants to relaxation and everything in between, the MidCity District of Huntsville has so much to offer. Send this to someone looking to move to Huntsville to make sure MidCity is on their radar! 🏡
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Looking for fun events in Huntsville next month? We’ve got you covered! Here are just a few of the events you can attend in September:

🍹 Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium
📍 @rocketcenterusa
📅 September 4, 11, 25

🛠️ Tinkerfest
📍 @earlyworksfam
📅 September 19

🎨 Monte Sano Art Festival
📍 Monte Sano State Park
📅 September 19-20

Head to our website at the link in our bio for our full list of events and celebrations happening in September!
@choosehuntsville
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Looking for fun events in Huntsville next month? We’ve got you covered! Here are just a few of the events you can attend in September: 🍹 Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium 📍 @rocketcenterusa 📅 September 4, 11, 25 🛠️ Tinkerfest 📍 @earlyworksfam 📅 September 19 🎨 Monte Sano Art Festival 📍 Monte Sano State Park 📅 September 19-20 Head to our website at the link in our bio for our full list of events and celebrations happening in September!
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Summer isn’t over yet! ☀️ To make the most of the end of summer in Huntsville, check out our latest blog, filled with everything from the best outdoor dining in the city to local farmer’s markets and more.

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