Good morning, Huntsville.

Residents welcomed Huntsville's new John Hunt Park Recreation Center on Monday at 3035 Leeman Ferry Rd., where the $18 million facility built on a former airport site featured 24 pickleball courts for competitive play, one court for elite play, a flexible gymnasium, a fitness room, multipurpose rooms and concessions.

Google announced a $1.5 billion investment in Jackson County on Monday (June 15) to expand its data center and support local energy programs and STEM education.

The move will create jobs and fund $2 million for energy efficiency and $550,000 for school kits.

Make Music Day Huntsville returns on Sunday, June 21 as a free, all-ages event by the Huntsville Music Office and Huntsville Hospital Music Therapy Program (hospital week runs June 15-19), with registration open until Friday, June 19 to host performances in any public space.

City Council approved a $2.3 million deal with the Rogers Group to build a 450-space parking lot at Ditto Landing Event Center (a project led by Madison County along the Tennessee River).

The contract, part of the city’s capital plan, came in under budget.

According to the 2026 Graham Report, Huntsville’s commercial real estate market remains stable after a strong 2025, with positive absorption in industrial and office sectors and plans for a new Eli Lilly pharmaceutical facility in Greenbrier this year.

The upcoming Space Command relocation may further boost office demand, the report shows.

Huntsville Havoc captain Dom Procopio announced his retirement Monday, Jun.

15, ending a long career on the ice — his leadership was a key part of the team. Fans and teammates now look forward to the next chapter.

New Comedy Showcase

7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with emerging comedians showcasing their original material.

Live Performance by Big Bo

7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Entice Bar and Grille — Refunds available up to 4 days before event — Enjoy Southern soul and trail ride music featuring Big Bo and opening act Gh Banks.

Summer Solstice Concert

Evening — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Cost TBD — Celebrate the start of summer with an evening of music amidst nature.

In Conversation with John Delony

5:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $29.51 — Experience the hilarious mix of therapy and comedy with podcaster John Delony.

Bay Simpson Concert

Concert — Evening — Mars Music Hall — Free admission — Experience the soulful sounds of Bay Simpson and The Alabama Heathens.

PokeKon Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville — Admission $20, kids under 11 free — Celebrate all things Pokémon at this exciting convention.

Buena Vibra Fest 2026

8 PM — Hops N Guac — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant Latino culture at the Buena Vibra Festival in Huntsville.

MidCity Independence Day Celebration

6-11 p.m. — Apollo Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Fourth of July with local music, a patriotic glow party, and the biggest fireworks show in North Alabama.

La'Trez Anderson Live

6-9 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $39.87 — Enjoy a night of laughs with the comedic stylings of La'Trez Anderson.

Nike Flag Football Camp - Huntsville, AL

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Fern Bell Recreation Center — $339 for 5-day camp — Develop skills in flag football through professional instruction and fun competitions.