National Library Week 2026: Here’s how to celebrate

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World Book Day is April 23, 2026. (Hville Blast)

Celebrate National Library Week this week by taking advantage of all our local libraries have to offer. Our local libraries provide activities and classes along with a huge book selection for all ages.

There are a multitude of events happening this week, so don’t miss the chance to enjoy them and learn something new.

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National Library Week @ Downtown Huntsville Library

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Celebrate National Library Week by visiting one of the fantastic libraries in the Huntsville area. (Christian Stanfield / Hville Blast)

Downtown Huntsville Library is a branch of the Huntsville Madison County Public Libraries (HMCPL). Standing as the oldest public library system and the largest library in North Alabama, they offer STEM, art and workforce programs.

  • April 22: Joy Painting | 10AM
  • April 22: Music Mavens Storytime | 10AM
  • April 22: Virtual Librarian Book Club | 11AM
  • April 22: Cupids Cafe | 12PM
  • April 22: “I love” Bookmarks | 1PM
  • April 22: The Craft Hour | 4PM
  • April 22: Library Card Bedazzling | 5:30PM
  • April 23: Tinker Tots Storytime | 10AM
  • April 23: Button Making: Celebrate your library | 2PM
  • April 24: Arbor Day storytime | 10AM
  • April 24: FABclub | 11:30AM
  • More information

National Library Week @ Madison County Public Library

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“Old Grissom,” or the South Huntsville Public Library, is the perfect spot to celebrate National Library Week. (Jacob Blankenship / Hville Blast)

Madison County Library is a branch of HMCPL and offers a wide selection of books and digital resources, along with community programs for all ages.

  • April 22: National Library Outreach Day
  • April 23: Take Action for Libraries Day
  • April 24: Discover the Value of the Library
  • April 25: Last Day of National Library Week
  • More information

National Library Week @ Decatur Public Library

Children's books and bins of activity books at the Friends Used Book Sale Room at Decatur Public Library in Decatur, Alabama.
Get a library card and continue to engage in library events. (Lisa Battles / Hville Blast)

The Decatur public library is a community hub offering fun and engaging events for National Library Week.

  • April 22: FYI Series: Radon Basics | 12PM-2PM
  • April 25: Spring Story Time | 2:30PM-3PM
  • More information

Refer back to our book round-up for more cool spots: A reader’s guide to 17 libraries + book clubs in Huntsville

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