Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s after-school programs opens

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HUNTSVILLE – The city’s Parks & Recreation Department will open after-school program registration for the 2025-26 school year this week.

Offered at four recreation centers, the program provides high-quality, after-school activities for Huntsville City Schools students in grades 1-6. 

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The cost is $20 per child per week, with a $10 fee per sibling up to three additional siblings. Registration opens 8 a.m. Monday.

“Our after-school programs are designed with children’s success in mind,” said Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett. “We’ve created a safe and engaging environment that supports homework completion, recreational activity and exploration of new interests.” 

In addition to time devoted to homework completion, each recreation center will provide snacks and feature physical exercise, outdoor play, arts and games.

Locations:

  • Cavalry Hill Community Center, 2900 Fairbanks St. 256-427-5800
  • Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center, 4600 Blue Spring Road. 256-851-4001
  • Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center, 3011-A Sparkman Drive. 256-851-4010
  • Mark Russell Recreation Center, 429 Taylor Road. 256-650-4747

Parents or guardians must complete online registration for each child interested in joining the program. Visit the after-school program page for more information. 

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