Where you can make new friends in the Huntsville area

Huntsville Shots 103 — One of the most frequently asked questions we get is “How do I make friends in Huntsville?” (Hville Blast)

With droves of people moving to the Rocket City, your newest friend might be right around the corner.

The average Huntsville resident is 36 years old, and newcomers are always looking for places to meet people. Here are our suggestions for the best places in town to make new friends.

Take a class + learn something new

friends rock climbing — High Point Climbing has two locations in Madison County. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

Classes are a great way to meet people who share your common interest. While there’s no shortage of classes to take, here are a few ideas to give you a jumping off point.

ARTS

Take a pottery class at The Vessel
Make folk crafts at Burritt on the Mountain
Try art classes at the Huntsville Museum of Art including oil painting, stain glass, ceramics and more
Enjoy cooking classes at Rafael’s Table
Check out improv or stand up classes at Shenanigans Comedy Theater
Audition for a show at Theater Huntsville

DANCE

Get your groove on at the Huntsville Swing Dance Society
Try adult ballet or hip hop at Element
Embrace your inner “Dancing with the Stars” competitor at Southern Elegance Dance Studio

FITNESS

Practice yoga at Light On Fitness
Try pilates at Pilates Center of Huntsville
Reach new heights when you rock climb at Highpoint Climbing
Work out with spin, zumba, or Silver Strong at Health Club + Wellness Center
Take a spin class at ZOOM indoor cycling
Sign up for golf lessons from a PGA Pro

Join a club that explores your special interest

friends nature trails — There are tons of outdoor focused clubs where you can make new friends. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

If classes aren’t for you, try a club that meets regularly instead.

Play intramural sports

pickleball — Pickleball is sweeping the nation. (Audrey Johnson / Hville Blast)

For our sportier and more competitive friends, try these intramural sports activities for adults.

Shoot and score with the Huntsville Adult Soccer League
Pick up adult softball as your newest hobby
Try pickleball
Take lessons at the Huntsville tennis center
e-Sports league

Head to a happy hour to make new friends

A cocktail from Baker and Able rooftop bar. (Audrey Johnson / Hville Blast)

There are tons of amazing happy hours and bars around Huntsville, but here are a several you can check out.

The Martin, happy hour deals list
Stellas, happy hour schedule
Voodoo Lounge, 4PM-9PM on weekdays
Phat Sammy’s, happy hour deals list
Vintage Cigar Lounge, weekdays 4PM-6PM + all day on Tuesdays

Volunteer in the community

first stop — First Stop Downtown recently opened to serve homeless people across Madison County’s. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

You can give back year round, and it’s a great way to meet other service oriented individuals.

Save the Earth with the City of Huntsville Green Team
Get down in the weeds with the Huntsville Botanical Garden
Serve the community with the Downtown Rescue Mission

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