Downtown Guide
Welcome to Downtown Huntsville! Looking for places to visit while you’re here for the holidays? We’ve got you covered! Downtown is brimming with great dining, unique retail, and excellent attractions. Craft your perfect visit with our guide to the best spots in downtown.
Holiday Events
There’s always a fun event happening in downtown, especially during the holiday season. Check out these events that promise a joyful time for all ages!
Tinsel Trail
Tinsel Trail is a display of 440 live Christmas trees in Big Spring Park. The trail is free and open to the public 24/7 from November 29 until December 31.
Skating in the Park
Lace up your skates and enjoy a magical time on the ice! Tickets can be purchased at the entrance. The fun runs from November 22 through January 5.
Check out the event calendar below for more!
Unique Retail Spots
Downtown’s retail has just what you need if you are searching for the perfect gift, holiday outfit, or decor.
Clinton Avenue is home to many unique, small businesses. The Downtown Storage is a popular shopping center that houses local artisan shops that are set up in storage units. Other businesses located on Clinton Avenue includes Caley Paige, Elitaire, In Bloom, and Roosevelt & Company.
You won’t find actual hardware at this store! Harrison Brothers is one of the oldest shops in Huntsville. It used to be a hardware and furniture store, but it was preserved by the Huntsville Historic Foundation. Now, the store carries a variety of merchandise made by local artisans, and it also has a free historic museum inside!
Along the cobblestone path of Gas Light Alley is a village of shops ranging from flowers to fitness. The unifying magic of Gas Light Alley is found in the shop owners themselves. Every shop on Gas Light Alley at Stovehouse is a locally-owned and woman-owned small business.
Lincoln Mill Shops
Lincoln Mill offers an eclectic array of retail businesses. Shop for home decor and greenery at Brooks & Collier, fine leather goods at Holtz Leather Co., and reclaimed antiques from Preservation Co.
Lowe Mill is a huge historic factory building has been redeveloped into 152 working studios for over 200 artists and makers, 7 galleries, a theatre, community garden, and performance venues. Lowe Mill is packed with fun activities, and there are food options on-site, making it a perfect place to spend a day.
University Pickers
University Pickers is an antique mall filled with more than 100 booths, over 115 creative vendors, and a new treat around every corner: ranging from steam punk to primitive, re-purposed to shabby chic.
Dining Options
There’s a lot to choose from, so let us help you figure out what you’re in the mood for!
Hungry for Tacos?
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Activities for All Ages
There is so much to explore in downtown! From parks, to museums, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy.
Entertainment Venues
Downtown Huntsville Trails
Gyms & Fitness Studios
Prioritize your health and wellness by trying out a fitness class in your free time!
F45 Training
F45 functional workouts are geared towards everyday movements and are supported by meal plans to improve overall health and nutrition.
Each class features musically-driven choreography for a fresh and effective full-body workout that protects your joints from injury while you strengthen and tone your entire body.
Light on Yoga Fitness
A cozy yoga studio where students can find growth, connection, and unity. They offer classes for all levels of fitness, and they have trainers for both floor and aerial yoga.
Zoom Cycle
Zoom is Huntsville’s original rhythm based indoor cycling studio. The unique bike room lighting and our concert-quality sound system inspire you to push harder than you ever thought possible.