Activities for Big Kids in Huntsville
135 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Huntsville. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Creative Arts by Melanie, LLC, Matices De Colores Arts, NerdStop. 10 are free. 88 work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Top Picks
Creative Arts by Melanie, LLC
5 starsCreative Arts by Melanie provides personalized art instruction where kids create real projects they're proud to take home. The smaller studio setting
Matices De Colores Arts
5 starsKids get to unleash their creativity with vibrant colors and art projects they actually take home.
NerdStop
5 starsA specialty nerd culture shop packed with collectibles, games, and pop culture items that feel genuinely curated.
Born2BeWild Outdoor Adventures
5 starsThis is real-deal outdoor adventure — ATVs, kayaking, and rugged trail hikes through the foothills near Huntsville. Kids feel like genuine explorers n
VSI Unlimited
5 starsStructured sports and fitness training in a dedicated facility where kids can develop real skills with experienced coaches.
Creative Arts by Melanie, LLC
Ages: 3-16
Matices De Colores Arts
Ages: 3–16
NerdStop
Ages: 8–17
Born2BeWild Outdoor Adventures
Ages: 8-17
VSI Unlimited
Ages: 6–17
FreeGarden Railway
Ages: 1-10
FreeHuntsville Art Supplies
Ages: 8-17 (for shopping; not an activity destination)
The Color Theory
Ages: 3-16
Mix It Up.fun
Ages: 3-16
Go! Calendars Games & Toys
Ages: 3–16
Travelers II
Ages: 5-17
Scenethat Tours
Ages: All ages
Wild Dimensions
Ages: 5-16
Huntsville Art League
Ages: 6-17
The Snail on the Wall bookstore
Ages: 0–17
United Soccer Club, Inc
Ages: 4–18
U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum
Ages: 6-17
Huntsville Downtown. Childrens Water Park
Ages: 1–10
The Vessel | Community Ceramic Studio
Ages: 6-17
Animals R Us Petting Zoo
Ages: 1–8
Huntsville Escape Rooms
Ages: 8–17
Butter and Egg Adventures
Ages: 6-17
DiVRgence
Ages: 8–17
Seek Adventures
Ages: 6 and up
Adventures at Smith Lake
Ages: 6-17
TGL Adventures
Ages: 6 and up
Mastermind Gaming
Ages: 8–17
FreeMadison County Nature Trail
Ages: All ages
Shurney Center
Ages: All ages
Cathedral Caverns State Park
Ages: 3-17
Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures at Lake Guntersville State Park
Ages: 8 and up
New Hope Splash Pad
Ages: 1–10
Mark Russell Recreation Center
Ages: All ages
SPARK Adventure Quest
Ages: 2-12
Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama - James A. Lane
Ages: 6–18
J.D. & Annie S. Hays Nature Preserve
Ages: 2–17
Playsmartt Sports Academy
Ages: 3–17
Rocket City Toys
Ages: 0–12
Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead)
Ages: 5–17
Fiber ArtWork
Ages: 8-17
Partially FreeTalucah Beach
Ages: All ages
FreeKingston Pavilion
Ages: 1-10
$$Salt Smokehouse
Ages: All ages
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Ages: All ages
FreeTennessee River Greenway
Ages: All ages
Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville
Ages: 6-17
$$Biscuit Belly - Huntsville
Ages: All ages
GoFAR USA Park
Ages: 6 and up
Alum Hollow
Ages: 6 and up
Burritt on the Mountain
Ages: 1–12
Historic Tours of Texas
Ages: 6-17
JC's House of Cards
Ages: 8–17
$Supper Heroes
Ages: All ages
$$MELT HUNTSVILLE
Ages: All ages
Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Park
Ages: All ages
Spring Valley Beach
Ages: 2-17
Weeden House Museum and Garden
Ages: 5-17 (younger kids enjoy the garden)
Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater & Academy
Ages: 3-17
VBC Playhouse
Ages: 3-17
Johnson Legacy Center
Ages: All ages
Bricks and Minifigs Huntsville
Ages: 5–16
We Rock The Spectrum - Huntsville
Ages: 0–10
Rage Room
Ages: 8–17
Redstone MWR Outdoor Recreation
Ages: 5 and up
Replay Toys Huntsville
Ages: 0–12
$$Revivalist
Ages: All ages
pOpshelf
Ages: 3–16
Sonny's Family Fun Center
Ages: 3-16
$$Barnes & Noble
Ages: 0–17
Huntsville Museum of Art
Ages: 3-17
Brown Bear LLC
Ages: 5-17
Learning Express Toys of Huntsville, AL
Ages: 0–12
Hammer & Stain Huntsville
Ages: 6–17
The Historic Lowry House
Ages: 5-17 (younger kids enjoy the grounds)
$$Main Event Huntsville
Ages: 3–17
Land Trust. of North Alabama: Three Caves
Ages: 6 and up
Bicentennial Park
Ages: All ages
Philpot Park
Ages: All ages
Huntsville Aquatics Center
Ages: All ages
FreeJones Farm Park
Ages: 1-10
Merrimack Sports Complex -TURF11-14
Ages: 5–18
The Deep Comics, Games & Toys
Ages: 6–17
Urban Cookhouse
Ages: All ages
North Alabama Canoe and Kayak
Ages: 6-17
FreeHump Creek Swimming Hole
Ages: 5-17
$$Sam & Greg's Pizzeria/Gelateria
Ages: All ages
Kid's Market Consignment Sale of Huntsville
Ages: 0–10
$$Earth and Stone Wood Fired Pizza
Ages: All ages
$$Blue Oak BBQ
Ages: All ages
Metro Kiwanis Sports Plex
Ages: 5–17
Lakewood Community Center
Ages: All ages
Brahan Spring Park
Ages: All ages
Around the Curtain Community Children's Theatre
Ages: 3-17
Optimist Recreation Center
Ages: All ages
Partially FreeDitto Landing
Ages: All ages
FreeAcademy For Academics & Arts Middle
Ages: 10-14 (middle school)
$$Farm Burger Huntsville
Ages: 2–17
Partially FreeBeach Complex
Ages: All ages
$$City Cafe Diner
Ages: All ages
Flow Supreme Air Sports
Ages: 5–17
$$Superhero Chefs
Ages: 2–10
Max Luther Drive Community Center
Ages: All ages
Toy Place Downtown
Ages: 0–12
Toy Kingdom
Ages: 2–12
Upside Down Hill
Ages: All ages
Monrovia Community Center
Ages: All ages
$Bubby's Diner
Ages: All ages
Point Mallard Park
Ages: All ages
Artistic Minds
Ages: 3-17
Walton's Southern Table
Ages: All ages
$$Blue Plate Cafe
Ages: All ages
Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center
Ages: All ages
Optimist Park
Ages: All ages
Altitude Trampoline Park Huntsville
Ages: 2–17
Partially FreeJoe Wheeler State Park Sandy Beach
Ages: All ages
Partially FreeTalucah Beach Day Use Area
Ages: All ages
Brahan Spring Recreation Center
Ages: All ages
$Books-A-Million
Ages: 0–17
2nd & Charles
Ages: 6–17
$$Ol Heidelberg Cafe
Ages: 5 and up
Fern Bell Recreation Center
Ages: All ages
Partially FreeArts Huntsville
Ages: 3-17
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Ages: All ages
Brick & Tin Huntsville
Ages: All ages
$$Stars and Strikes
Ages: 3–17
Partially FreeBlue Water Springs Park
Ages: All ages
BigTime Entertainment
Ages: 3-16
North Alabama Zoological Society
Ages: 1–12
Park
Ages: All ages
FreeHampton Cove Waterfall
Ages: All ages
Kidsville
Ages: 2–10
At The Pier Arcade
Ages: 3–17
Huntsville Recreation Department
Ages: All ages
Color Me Mine
Ages: 2–17
Huntsville Parks & Recreation
Ages: All ages
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Huntsville?
- Huntsville has 135 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Creative Arts by Melanie, LLC, Matices De Colores Arts, NerdStop, Born2BeWild Outdoor Adventures, VSI Unlimited.
- Are there free big kids activities in Huntsville?
- Yes — 10 of the 135 big kids-friendly activities in Huntsville are completely free, including Garden Railway, Huntsville Art Supplies, Madison County Nature Trail.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Huntsville?
- 88 indoor or rainy-day activities in Huntsville are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Creative Arts by Melanie, LLC, Matices De Colores Arts, NerdStop.
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