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Halloween Costumes for Pregnant Bellies
Halloween is just around the corner and as someone who LIVES for this holiday, I wanted to explore some options for our pregnant Mamas out there. A costume that accentuates that beautiful bump is easy to attain with so many options to choose from and I had a blast looking for ideas for you. I spent some time on Pinterest and pulled some of my favorites to share below!
Fall Festivals, Carnivals and Special Events in Huntsville and North Alabama
Nothing quite says Fall to us here at Rocket City Mom like a caramel apple, a little kettle corn, and a pumpkin carving contest or two. There’s plenty to be found using this list of Fall festivals, carnivals and special events happening all around the Tennessee Valley this Fall. Who knows, you might discover a brand new autumnal favorite to go with that pumpkin spice latte!
North Alabama Farms for Every Season
To everything there is a season, and in Alabama each season in bountiful! Take your family on a local farms tour to sample the sweetest berries, freshest flowers, perfect peaches, crunchiest apples, and most perfect pumpkins. The places below are real working local farms, owned and operated by families right here in North Alabama. Our crew of Contributors have experienced each farm listed below with their families and wrote about the activities available there just for you!
Relax and Restore at The Silos at Promise Manor
If you’re looking for an opportunity to slow your pace, relax, and restore over the weekend, The Silos at Promise Manor will not disappoint. A little over a mile from historic Lynchburg, TN lies a valley that holds “Dolly” and “Duke.” These silos have been repurposed to hold exquisite décor reflecting the likes of Dolly Parton and John “the Duke” Wayne. From the tiniest touches of pink in the Dolly to the masculine Americana décor in the Duke, these tiny treasures are intimate and charming.
4-D Farm Offers Tons of Fall Family Fun in Cullman
Have you discovered 4D Farm? A short trip South on 565 or 231 will land you there in no time. This beautiful family farm is situated on roughly 96 acres of land and offers beautiful views and an expansive space to explore, play, and do all things Fall!. The Corn...
It’s Fall Y’all: Five Fall Foliage Hikes for Families
Fall is my favorite time of year to hike: the weather cools and Fall Break is a great time to go on a hike. During this season, you may not see many flowers, but there are mushrooms that vary from big to small and colors that range from neon orange to a speckled brown, even bright blue. Yum! I am getting hungry just thinking about mushrooms. I’m just kidding! You do NOT want to eat unknown mushrooms because you could get really sick. Furthermore, they wouldn’t be as tasty as candy.
Hidden Rivers Farm Returns Better than Ever
Hidden Rivers Farm is back and better than ever! The farm is famous for their themed maze. The map is extremely helpful in navigating the maze and my two-year old loved holding it and leading us through the quick trip around the edge of our state. The farm has also...
Lyon Family Farms Opens for the 2023 Season
It’s technically not Fall unless you take a trip to a pumpkin patch, so I was thrilled when my son had a field trip scheduled to Lyon Family Farms! This family-owned business is about a 40-minute scenic drive through Tennessee hills from Huntsville and Madison. If you’ve never visited, it’s definitely worth the drive. If you have visited: they’re always adding new things! Plus don’t miss the firework show every Friday night in October!
Visiting Tate Farms in Meridianville this fall
Fall for me means three things. Apple slushies, 31 Days of Halloween, and pumpkin picking! While my two-year old is not quite ready to watch Hocus Pocus, she can drink a mean apple slushy. We decided to head to Tate Farms to try our hand at picking pumpkins. I’ll admit,...
My Big Fat Nashville Family Getaway at Opry Mills
Confession time: I grew up in the Huntsville area and lived here most of my life. But up until now, I had never spent any time at Gaylord Opryland or Opry Mills in Nashville. As a kid, Opryland was the epitome of an awesome vacation to me, but I had never explored its current-day legacy as a parent. When Opry Mills invited me just a couple hours north from Huntsville to experience it as a family destination for my own kids, I was floored!
Six Places to Slurp Apple Slushies this Fall
Scoot over pumpkin spice lattes, apple slushies just might be the coolest new way to mark the start of Fall, especially in North Alabama. Whether you enjoy one after picking a peck of apples at a local orchard or sip on one after finding the cutest pumpkin in the patch, we’ve rounded up six places to slurp on apple slushies this year. Can you sample them all this season?
North Alabama Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Hayrides
When it comes to celebrating the 2023 Fall season in the Tennessee Valley, locals know that the many area pumpkin patches and corn mazes hold the most bang for your hard-earned family buck. Here you’ll find several that are within driving distance from Huntsville and each offers something just a little different but they are ALL a whole lot of fun!
Pick Your Own Muscadines at GNH Farms
Our family of four is all about low-key, off-beat, hidden gems. We love places we can explore at our own pace, have the place to ourselves, and chat with the owners. GNH Farms is one of those places. Every Fall we make the easy day trip to Guntersville to pick baskets full of huge, juicy muscadine and scuppernong grapes at their hilltop vineyard. We also pick up a big jar of local honey and peruse their jellies, ciders, and other products.
Fall Fun Abounds at JDM Family Farm in New Hope
Nestled below scenic mountains in Madison County, JDM Family Farm is the newest pumpkin farm to offer Fall family fun. Located in New Hope, this farm is convenient for Southeast Huntsville residents and easy to find (just two turns off of Highway 231). I drove from Madison to take my 9-year-old son and his friend for an afterschool excursion. The farm is not as big or busy as the other farms, but this provided a welcome experience for myself and the kiddos. I loved the relaxed atmosphere. My son and his friend enjoyed some quality, unhurried time with one another.
Madison Witches Ride Rolls Back Into Town Ready to Make a Big Splash
Fall is creeping closer, and your local witches are readying their brooms to take flight! That’s right, the Madison Witches Ride is back for a second year and raising money for a great cause. This year the event, hosted by Madison Visionary Partners, is kicking off the fundraising for...
Exploring Muscle Shoals, Alabama with Kids
Two weeks ago we found ourselves with a free weekend so of course we started planning a weekend road trip. Our initial plan was to visit a hidden natural treasure in Colbert County called the Rattlesnake Saloon. Little did I know that this adventure would find us surrounded by musical history, natural beauty and the home of Helen Keller, an inspirational woman.
Fall Break Camps for Kids in Huntsville, Madison, and North Alabama
Fall Break camps at Rocket City Learning Center offer a fun and educational way for children to spend their time off from school. Experienced teachers and tutors create a safe and engaging environment for students to learn and grow. Date(s)/Times(s): Oct. 2-6 | 8AM-5PM or 8AM-1PM Cost: $500 or $300.
Huntsville Weekend Roundup September 8-10
We’re ready for a weekend full of adventure! How about you? Find our top picks below or check out our full event calendar for even more family fun!. This post is updated weekly with current family-friendly events and republished on a monthly basis. 2023 Back to School Guide. We’ve...
16 Can’t Miss Family-Friendly Events Happening in September
It’s 🍁 FALL Y’ALL 🍁 and with all the fall farms opening this month we know what many of you will be doing most weekends. Still, just in case pumpkin patches aren’t your thing, or you’re looking for something to do with the family after you’ve tackled the pillow bounce, we’ve rounded up 16 events to enjoy together this month and 9 are 100% FREE. Better yet? Another 4 of those events are $10 or less. #KidsAreExpensive.
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