How to have a Gilmore Girls inspired day in Huntsville

the white Gazebo in Big Spring Park, Huntsville Alabama — Big Spring Park’s adorable gazebo reminds me so much of Stars Hollow! (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

I don’t know about you, but the second fall weather hits Huntsville, I have to rewatch Gilmore Girls. In my opinion, that show is the definition of autumn.

Though these days the bustling atmosphere of Huntsville might feel far from the quaint community that is Stars Hollow, you can’t argue that the Rocket City still has the heart of a small town. To learn more about how you can have the perfect Gilmore Girls day here in Huntsville, keep reading below👇

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A glimpse at a Gilmore Girls day in the Rocket City

Grab a black coffee at a cozy coffee shop

Pumpkin King Chai Latte at Canadian Bakin' and interior pictures of Canadian Bakin' — Canadian Bakin’ has quite the relaxing vibe (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

☕️ Our pick: Canadian Bakin’
🍁 As Lorelai Gilmore once said, “Everything in my life has something to do with coffee. I believe in a former life, I was coffee.” If you love coffee even half as much as her, you will love this homey coffee + bread shop.
🌟 Our rec: The Pumpkin King Chai
🗓️ Monday-Tuesday: CLOSED | Wednesday-Friday: 7AM-2PM | Sat-Sun: 8AM-2PM
📍501 Church St NW Ste A, Huntsville
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Take a stroll through the park

Wide shot of benches and trees at Big Spring Park — Fall weather + Big Spring Park = Best day ever! (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

🌳 Our pick: Big Spring Park
🍁 Nothing screams Stars Hollow quite like a walk through a park during peak fall weather. With a white gazebo, benches, ducks + fall foliage, this spot is perfect for a peaceful stroll.
🌟Pro tip: Stop by on a Friday to catch Movies in the Park!
🗓️ Open 24/7
📍3507 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville
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Swing by a whimsical antique store

interior shots of Mary's Beads in Five Points in Huntsville — Mary’s Beads is one of the my favorite spots in the whole city! (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

🔮 Our pick: Mary’s Beads
🍁 Mary’s Beads is our own little “Kim’s Antiques” right here in Huntsville. Treasures cover the quaint in-home shop from floor to ceiling, making this spot an absolute must-visit.
🌟DYK: Mary has been running this magical store for 55 years?
🗓️ Monday-Saturday: 12-3PM | Sunday: CLOSED
📍505 Pratt Ave NE, Huntsville
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Grab lunch at a local diner

Big Spring Cafe Sign in Huntsville Alabama — Did you know Big Spring Cafe is Huntsville’s oldest restaurant? (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

🍔 Our pick: Big Spring Cafe
🍁 Huntsville’s version of “Luke’s Diner” sits on Church Street and is Huntsville’s oldest operating restaurant. They sell a sturdy cup of black coffee and delicious “greasy” burgers that would make Luke Danes proud.
🌟Our rec: The “Greasy Burger”
🗓️ Monday-Friday: 6AM-3PM | Saturday-Sunday: CLOSED
📍200 Church St SW, Huntsville
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Shop for your next fall read

Interior shot of Booklegger Used Books — Booklegger is such an adorable + affordable used book store (Lauren Denman / Hville Blast)

📚 Our pick: Booklegger Used Books
🍁 If you’re anything like Rory, you will absolutely love this used bookstore. From vintage classics to BookTok favorites, Booklegger offers a wide variety of reads in their darling shop.
🌟Pro tip: Try a coffee from their new in-store coffee shop, Booklegger Brews
🗓️ Monday-Thursday: 10AM-6PM | Friday-Saturday: 10AM-5PM | Sunday: 12-4PM
📍4001 Holmes Ave NW A, Huntsville
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