ALCD is proud to host a Free Family Fun & Learning Festival (ALCD Kids Fest 2026) at John Hunt Park, this community event is designed to bring joy, education, and connection to families across Huntsville and Madison County. ALCD Kid's Fest is a free, family-friendly community event connecting families with valuable local resources, services, and support. Sponsorships, volunteers and community partners are needed to make this event a success.
This exciting festival will feature:
- Inflatables & Games for all ages
- Petting Zoo and hands-on animal encounters
- Live Music & Youth Performances
- Face Painting
- Local Food Trucks
- STEM Exploration Tables hosted by the U.S. Space & Rocket Center
- Art Station hosted by Huntsville Museum of Art
- Fire Truck Demo & Sparky by Huntsville Fire & Rescue
- Community Giveaways, Vendor Booths, and Family Activities
Current Community Partners include but not limited to:
- United Cerebral Palsy
- Drug Free Partnership
- Urban Strategies
- Mommy Love Foundation
- College Counts
- Roaring Hearts
- Life South
- Invisible Warriors
- Ross Recovery Community Center
- My Father's Loving Arms
- Shenanigan's Theatre
- U.S. Space & Rocket Center
- Huntsville Museum of Art
- First Stop
- Thrive Alabama
Volunteer Duties Before Event Day:
- Organizing event
- Helping to obtain sponsors/ give away items
- Brainstorming Ideas
Volunteer Duties on Event Day:
- Setup/ Set down
- Clean
- Watch for hazards
- Direct attendees to different stations
- Man Tables
- Face Paint