After School Bash

The After School Bash brings together the Huntsville Police Department, Huntsville Parks & Recreation, and Free 2 Teach for a community celebration that combines family fun with a meaningful cause. While kids enjoy bounce houses, live entertainment, and interactive police activity zones, families can contribute school supply donations to help stock local teachers' classrooms for the upcoming year. The "Pack the Patrol Car" initiative collects everything from pencils and notebooks to art supplies, directly supporting area educators through Free 2 Teach. The event takes place Saturday, June 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Big Spring Park in downtown Huntsville. Admission is free, and local food trucks will be on hand so families can grab dinner while enjoying the festivities. The park's central location makes it easy to stop by after weekend activities, and the late afternoon timing means you can avoid the heat of midday summer sun. Kids ages 3 to 14 will find plenty to keep them entertained, from the bounce houses to the chance to explore police vehicles and meet officers in a friendly, community-focused setting. If you're planning to bring school supply donations, think basics like crayons, glue sticks, tissues, and hand sanitizer—items teachers consistently need but often purchase out of pocket. It's a relaxed way to support Huntsville's educators while giving your family an enjoyable evening outdoors.