Traveling to Huntsville for business? Whether you're in town for a conference, corporate retreat, or work event, there's plenty to do beyond the boardroom. From team-building experiences at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center to after-hours fun at a Trash Pandas baseball game, Huntsville offers a mix of engaging activities for both large groups and individuals.
Whether you're looking to bond with colleagues, entertain clients, or simply unwind after a long day of meetings, here are the best things for business travelers to do in Huntsville.
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Not only is the U.S. Space & Rocket Center one of Huntsville’s top attractions, but it’s also the perfect place to take the whole crew for team-building and leadership experiences. The facility offers custom training programs focusing on leadership, communication, critical thinking, and more.
Activities include aviation challenges, robotics, underwater astronaut training, and an adult space camp. Of course, you can also just visit the center to see Rocket Park, Saturn V Hall, the Intuitive Planetarium, and other exhibits. Groups of 15 or more people can get discounted admission!
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Located in a former textile factory, Lowe Mill is the largest privately owned arts facility in the country. It features artist studios, galleries, live performances, and hands-on workshops. Groups can book private events, take an art class together, or explore the venue’s shops and eateries. It’s the perfect place to unwind and spark creativity after a day of meetings.
Scene That Tours
There’s no better way for your group to get to know Huntsville than with a tour led by a local! Scene That Tours options include a downtown food tour, walking tours of the Old Town and Twickenham neighborhoods, and a driving tour to civil rights landmarks. Larger groups can also book a private “Step-on Guide” to ride along with your crew and provide narration.
Painting Class
If you’re looking for a way for the whole team to decompress and have a little artsy fun, look no further than the painting classes with Pinot's Palette. Public sip and paint parties with preselected pictures are offered daily. Still, groups can book special team-building sessions like collaborative canvas painting, jigsaw mural creations, and musical chairs where you rotate from piece to piece.
Campus 805
Housed in a former middle school, Campus 805 is a hub of food and entertainment perfect for hosting a group. Onsite, you’ll find a couple of breweries, live music venues, pinball arcades, a ballroom dance studio, a table tennis club, and eateries serving up donuts, pizza, sushi, and more. There are also spaces to host private on-site events with catering available.
Trash Pandas Baseball Game
If your visit to Huntsville falls during baseball season (April through mid-September), you can head over to Toyota Field for a Rocket City Trash Pandas game. Groups can book exclusive packages and perks, like the Picnic Patio, which includes food service, discounted tickets, and high-five tunnel access (to greet the players as they run onto the field). With a crew of 50 or more, you can even tap one of your members to throw the first pitch.
Topgolf
Though it isn’t unique to Huntsville, Topgolf is a great space to host group activities and team building in the popular MidCity District. The venue can help groups plan special events that include play time, catering, and even lessons from a golf pro. In addition to the hitting bays, Topgolf Huntsville’s other reservable group spaces include a rooftop terrace, a lounge with seating and table games, and a meeting room.
Huntsville Havoc Game
You may not think of ice hockey when you think of Alabama, but the Huntsville Havoc will show you how it’s done! The team plays at the Von Braun Center downtown from mid-October to early April, and special events and promos pop up throughout the season. Groups of 10 or more can get discounted admission tickets.
High Point Climbing
A group outing with some physical fitness? High Point Climbing is the perfect spot. The venue in MidCity offers 45-foot high rock walls, fitness and climbing classes, and climbing guides that can join your group at an outdoor destination. The facility’s indoor multi-purpose room can accommodate corporate groups of up to 30 people for team-building experiences.
