Summer in MGM | City of Montgomery, AL

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easier for residents to explore programs, discover upcoming events, and connect with summer opportunities for all ages.

Camps & Programs
Youth camps, specialty programs, and inclusive summer activities.
Arts & Culture
Classes, exhibits, workshops, performances, and creative programming.
Sports & Recreation
Leagues, clinics, tennis, athletics, fitness, pools, trails, and recreation opportunities.
Events & Things To Do
Festivals, community events, concerts, movies, and weekly activities across the city.

Summer Spotlight

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Jun
13
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM June 13, 2026 7:30 AM June 13, 2026 10:00 AM
Family FriendlyFREE EventsCultural Affairs EventsMove Montgomery Events
Move MGM Color Run
Join us for the Move MGM Color Run - a free, high-energy 5K inviting all ages and fitness levels to celebrate wellness, community spirit, and a vibrant morning of color, music, and fun at Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex!
Jun
13
7:30 AM - 10:30 AM June 13, 2026 7:30 AM June 13, 2026 10:30 AM
Community EventsParks & Recreation EventsFamily FriendlyCity EventsOutdoor Events
Free Fish Day
Enjoy a morning of free fishing, outdoor fun, and community connection!
Jun
11
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM June 11, 2026 9:30 AM June 11, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity EventsFestivals
Military Appreciation Day
Montgomery Zoo invites all active duty and retired military personnel to visit the Zoo for free on Military Appreciation Day.
Jun
09
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM June 09, 2026 12:00 PM June 09, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Thrifty Tuesdays
Discounted admissions, every Tuesday during June and July, 12pm (noon) - 3:30pm
Jun
08
June 08, 2026, 8:30 AM - June 12, 2026, 4:30 PM June 08, 2026 8:30 AM June 12, 2026 4:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity EventsCamps & Programs for Youth
Zoofari Summer Camp: 5-6 year olds, June 8-12
Join us for Zoofari Summer Camp at the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. The perfect way for your camper to enjoy a WILD summer. Summer camp is designed for boys and girls to enjoy a full-day zoo experience filled with adventure and fun. SPACE IS LIMITED!
Jun
02
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM June 02, 2026 12:00 PM June 02, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Thrifty Tuesdays
Discounted admissions, every Tuesday during June and July, 12pm (noon) - 3:30pm
Jun
01
June 01, 2026, 8:30 AM - June 05, 2026, 4:30 PM June 01, 2026 8:30 AM June 05, 2026 4:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Zoofari Summer Camp: 5-6 year olds, June 1-5
Join us for Zoofari Summer Camp at the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. The perfect way for your camper to enjoy a WILD summer. Summer camp is designed for boys and girls to enjoy a full-day zoo experience filled with adventure and fun. SPACE IS LIMITED!
May
25
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM May 25, 2026 9:30 AM May 25, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Memorial Day Holiday and Weekend / ZOO OPEN
The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum are OPEN on Memorial Day. We look forward to seeing you at the Zoo.
May
21
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM May 21, 2026 6:00 PM May 21, 2026 9:00 PM
Community EventsZoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity EventsFestivals
ZooBrews and Food Festival
ZooBrews and Food Festival at the Montgomery Zoo: Food Trucks, beer and wine, live music, large lawn games, and more
May
21
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM May 21, 2026 2:00 PM May 21, 2026 5:00 PM
Community EventsZoo EventsCity EventsFestivals
Zoo CLOSES at 2pm: prep for ZooBrews and Food Festival, Thursday, May 21
Zoo CLOSES at 2pm: prep for ZooBrews and Food Festival, Thursday, May 21
May
16
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM May 16, 2026 3:00 PM May 16, 2026 7:00 PM
Community EventsFREE EventsCultural Affairs EventsFree Movies
A Fine and Dandy Affair™ - Culture, Community + Civic Engagement
See the art, feel the vibe, hear the music — Then Make Your Voice Matter! Come on out to this free community event for the whole family.
May
16
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM May 16, 2026 11:30 AM May 16, 2026 2:00 PM
FREE EventsCultural Affairs Events
A Fine & Dandy Affair™ Wealth, Entrepreneurship + Tech Event
Attend workshops and interact with vendors to learn how to maximize your wealth, sustain and grow your business, market your brand, utilize new technology, and more while enjoying lunch under the historic Train Shed.
May
16
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM May 16, 2026 10:00 AM May 16, 2026 3:00 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Animal Enrichment Day
The goal of Animal Enrichment Day is to safely stimulate and reproduce behaviors that are natural for each animal. Placing different stimuli in the animals’ environment allows animals to use their five basic senses while they exercise. It is a lot of trial and error, but it is always fun.
May
16
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM May 16, 2026 7:00 AM May 16, 2026 11:00 AM
Community EventsFREE EventsCultural Affairs Events
A Fine and Dandy Affair™ Wellness Walk / Run
Join us for the Fine and Dandy Affair™ Wellness Walk – good vibes, great company, and fresh air!
May
13
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM May 13, 2026 3:30 PM May 13, 2026 5:00 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Zoo CLOSES at 3:30pm; Wednesday, May 13
Zoo CLOSES at 3:30pm; Wednesday, May 13
May
10
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM May 10, 2026 9:30 AM May 10, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Mother's Day at Zoo
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. All Moms receive FREE admission, so make plans to join us for Mom's special day.
May
02
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM May 02, 2026 10:00 AM May 02, 2026 12:00 PM
Community EventsZoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity EventsCamps & Programs for Youth
Magical Creatures Education Program
Meet some of the magical animals that are featured in the movies like Harry Potter and The Hobbit. You will get a chance to meet animals up close, learn about them in their habitats, and take home some special prizes for yourself.
May
01
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM May 01, 2026 6:00 PM May 01, 2026 10:00 PM
Community EventsCity EventsOutdoor EventsCultural Affairs Events
Riverbend Bourbon & Brews
Come enjoy a great night of drinks, food, music, and fun in downtown Montgomery.
Apr
22
April 22, 2026, 9:30 AM - April 23, 2026, 2:00 PM April 22, 2026 9:30 AM April 23, 2026 2:00 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Earth Day Safari
Help us learn how to save the planet and protect our environment at our Earth Day Safari Educational Event at the Montgomery Zoo.
Apr
18
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM April 18, 2026 9:30 AM April 18, 2026 3:30 PM
Zoo EventsFamily FriendlyCity Events
Zoo Volunteer Serve Day
Volunteers at the Montgomery Zoo are very important people and play a vital role in the success of the Montgomery Zoo. We are looking for energetic individuals who want to volunteer in a beautiful and fun place.

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City NewsParks and Rec Department News
Montgomery Public Pools to Close July 4–5 for Holiday Weekend

Camps & Programs

Arts & Culture

Sports & Recreation

Events & Things To Do

Summer Spotlight

Plan Your Summer in Montgomery

Move MGM Color Run

Free Fish Day

Military Appreciation Day

Thrifty Tuesdays

Zoofari Summer Camp: 5-6 year olds, June 8-12

Thrifty Tuesdays

Zoofari Summer Camp: 5-6 year olds, June 1-5

Memorial Day Holiday and Weekend / ZOO OPEN

ZooBrews and Food Festival

Zoo CLOSES at 2pm: prep for ZooBrews and Food Festival, Thursday, May 21

A Fine and Dandy Affair™ - Culture, Community + Civic Engagement

A Fine & Dandy Affair™ Wealth, Entrepreneurship + Tech Event

Animal Enrichment Day

A Fine and Dandy Affair™ Wellness Walk / Run

Zoo CLOSES at 3:30pm; Wednesday, May 13

Mother's Day at Zoo

Magical Creatures Education Program

Riverbend Bourbon & Brews

Earth Day Safari

Zoo Volunteer Serve Day

Learn More

Houston Hill Community Center Pool Reopens for Summer Fun

Montgomery Set to Host More Than 500 Players and Coaches for 2026 DYB Regional World Series

Move, Meet & Motivate Fitness Series Launches This July

Montgomery Public Pools to Close July 4–5 for Holiday Weekend