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Shopping: From Apple to Whole Foods, you'll find all your favorites

With a mix of national department stores, well-known specialty brands and local boutiques, you have no shortage of shopping in the Tennessee Valley. Whether you come from Denver, Colorado; Washington, D.C., or someplace in between, you'll find the same retailers you count on.

Some of the area's most unique shopping and dining additions can be found at Bridge Street Town Centre, an outdoor retail, restaurant and entertainment complex that features paddleboats and gondola rides, a carousel, a water play area for children, musicians and other seasonal extras.

Not only can Downtown Huntsville boast of unique stores and walkability, but it also has five craft breweries for shoppers to sample.

For hundreds of additional shopping options, explore The Shops at Merchants Walk, Madison Square Mall and Parkway Place Mall.

Outdoor activities: Hiking, biking, golfing and more

Top-flight recreation is all around you in the Tennessee Valley. Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and along the Tennessee River, the area offers unlimited opportunities for outdoor exploration. With the mild climate in the Tennessee Valley, you can stay active in the fresh air when much of the country is snowbound.

Popular recreation spots in the Tennessee Valley include:

Learn more about the area's outdoor venues at the Huntsville Parks, Hiking Trails and Greenway Guide.

Culture: A thriving fine arts scene

You can enjoy nationally acclaimed dance, theater and art exhibitions throughout the year in the Tennessee Valley. The community takes pride in the Huntsville Museum of Art, which has a permanent collection of more than 3,000 objects. Locals love supporting the vibrant Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, a former textile mill that is now home to more than 200 working artists, small businesses, restaurants and live performance venues.

Find out about upcoming events and exhibitions on the Our Valley Events Web site and Calendar.

Restaurants: A place for foodies

Bring your appetite to Huntsville. The food here is both down-home and up to date – not to mention delicious. Be sure to check out:

Looking for a familiar place, such as Bravo!, Texas de Brazil or The Melting Pot? You can find all your favorites in the Tennessee Valley.

Get the scoop on the area's food trucks, fine dining and everything in between by visiting the Eat & Drink in Huntsville webpage.

Nightlife: Bars and venues to suit every taste

The Tennessee Valley isn't just a perfect location for families. It also has a lot to offer singles and younger adults – and the region's nightlife is a prime example. You won't have any problem finding a favorite hangout – like Humphrey's, Voodoo Lounge, The Nook, Amendment XXI and The Kaffeeklatsch – to meet new people.

Sports: It's always “game on” in the Tennessee Valley

Fall brings cooler temperatures to the Tennessee Valley – and the country's best college football. Attend a game at Alabama, Auburn, Tennessee or Alabama A&M and you'll be swept up in amazing game day atmospheres and tailgating experiences. In the winter, ice hockey takes hold of Huntsville. (Yes, you read that right – ice hockey.) The Huntsville Havoc regularly draw thousands of fans to downtown's Von Braun Center and the University of Alabama in Huntsville takes pride in being the only NCAA Division 1 ice hockey program in the South.

Weekend activities: Something for everyone

No matter your interest, you can find something new to do every weekend in the Tennessee Valley. Here are just a few of your options: