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Purdy Butterfly House

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Step into Purdy Butterfly House at Huntsville Botanical Garden and meander through a lush, open-air habitat designed for butterflies to…

4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW (Huntsville)

“Step into Purdy Butterfly House at Huntsville Botanical Garden and meander through a lush, open-air habitat designed for butterflies to thrive. It’s peak season right now, so expect clouds of color, up-close moments, and maybe a butterfly release... the perfect little nature reset this week.”

From the Huntsville newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Charger Union Theater

Entertainment

Skip the endless scrolling and let Charger Union Theater handle movie night with Cinema Sunday picks on a 28' screen and Dolby surround…

4705 Holmes Ave NW (Huntsville)

“Skip the endless scrolling and let Charger Union Theater handle movie night with Cinema Sunday picks on a 28' screen and Dolby surround that makes popcorn taste better. When the weather cooperates, they even throw outdoor screenings on the Greenway, low-stress plans you can actually keep.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Sunset Landing Golf Course

Entertainment

Under new, 100% local management, Sunset Landing Golf Course is getting a glow-up, from improved playing conditions to a fully stocked pro…

346 James Record Rd SW (Huntsville)

“Under new, 100% local management, Sunset Landing Golf Course is getting a glow-up, from improved playing conditions to a fully stocked pro shop and a Grille & Bar that actually makes you want to linger. Book a tee time, watch planes glide by, and call it a very Huntsville kind of round.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Cinemark Bridge Street and XD

Entertainment

Movie theater featuring a classy restaurant & VIP lounge with film-watching from recliners.

370 The Brg St NW (Huntsville)

“Movie theater featuring a classy restaurant & VIP lounge with film-watching from recliners.”

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Main Event Huntsville

Entertainment

Bowling alley and arcade offering a full bar and casual American eats.

6884 Governors W NW (Huntsville)

“Bowling alley and arcade offering a full bar and casual American eats.”

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Stars and Strikes

Entertainment

Laid-back venue featuring bowling, laser tag and arcade games alongside pizza, burgers and wings.

930 Old Monrovia Rd NW (Huntsville)

“Laid-back venue featuring bowling, laser tag and arcade games alongside pizza, burgers and wings.”

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