A new way to explore Downtown Huntsville

The Huntsville Decathlon, a new shop opening, a ground breaking ceremony, and more!

Author

Andrew Smith
July 26, 2024

Happy Friday!

It’s hard to believe that July is coming to a close and school is about to start back! Where did summer go?

Before we get into today’s email, I want to give a quick shoutout to the winners of our Trash Pandas ticket giveaway: Angie T., Kathleen B., Stacie Y., and Karen M.

We’ve got a great giveaway lined up for August, so be sure to become a Premium Explorer so you can have a chance to win!

Alright, let’s get to it!

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A New Way to Explore Downtown Huntsville

Downtown Huntsville Inc. has announced a new way for people to explore Downtown and earn a free prize: The Downtown Decathlon.

Simply get a Decathlon card and complete the ten different activities by visiting local stores and attending events.

Once the card is complete, you can turn it in for a free Downtown Huntsville t-shirt.

Here’s a full list of the activities that you must complete:

  • Visit Harrison Brothers Hardware

  • Attend an event hosted by DHI

  • Stop by the Huntsville/Madison County Visitors Center

  • Attend trivia night at a downtown business

  • Eat at a downtown restaurant

  • Make a purchase at a downtown retailer

  • Visit an establishment on the Craft Coffee Trail

  • Visit an establishment on the Craft Beer Trail

  • Take a class at a downtown fitness studio

  • Visit an establishment on the Craft Cocktail Trail

The Downtown Decathlon will be running through September 30!

Taking Flight

New Stoner Park Skating Rink Breaks Ground

The new skating rink at Stoner Park is officially underway, after a groundbreaking ceremony earlier this week. The $2.3 million project will build an 85×185 foot rink that’s housed in a 19,000-square-foot open-air pavilion. The city expects the rink to be open by summer 2025.

Everleigh Elaine Grand Opening Is This Saturday

Everleigh Elaine is a new baby and children’s boutique located off Governors Drive. It’s celebrating its grand opening this Saturday. The first 50 customers will receive swag bags (a $200 value), and there will be tons of discounts to celebrate!

A New Huntsville Word Game

Earlier this week, we launched a new Huntsville word game called Huntsville Explorer Wordville! It’s basically Wordle but Huntsville-themed! We are looking for a local business that would be interested in sponsoring the game. If that’s you, reply to this email for more info!

Premium Explorer Shoutout

Thank you to our Premium Explorers for making Huntsville Explorer possible!

Missy B.

Cindy D.

Christie H.

Sheila S.

Lili M.

Jey Paula G.

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Shawn D.

Becky D.

Kailen B.

Stacie Y.

Angie T.

Don. K

Melanie S.

Christy D.

Karen M.

Leonard A.

Rebecca H.

Athena R.

Kathleen B.

Chelsea L.

Congrats again to Angie T., Kathleen B., Stacie Y., and Karen M. on winning our Trash Pandas ticket giveaway! We’ve got a great giveaway lined up for August. Be sure to join so you can have a chance to win!

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