As summer approaches, teens are always looking for something to do to get out of the house. Whether it’s just going outside or going out with friends, there are many great places to go that don’t break the bank. 

Bridgestreet and Parkway Place. There are many good stores to look around and shop from, and Bridgestreet has many new ones coming this year. The mall has a food court and food stands with popular restaurants. These are delicious, and typically not very expensive.

Arcades. Huntsville and Madison have many options for arcades and entertainment. Stars and Strikes, Main Event, Dave and Busters, Insanity, and At the Pier Arcade are all good options. Many of these arcades include other activities like rollerskating, laser tag and bowling. These are fun places to go with friends and family. Insanity includes many activities such as a mini golf course, a rock climbing wall and a skate parks.

Trampoline parks. There are many around the Madison and Huntsville area. Popular ones include Urban Air, Altitude and Flow. Many of these parks have good prices for an-hour or multiple-hour wristbands. Altitude has fun games like dodgeball, and Urban Air has ziplines, rock climbing walls, as well as some arcade games. These trampoline parks also include obstacle courses. 

Thrift and antique stores. Harvest and Madison have many options for good thrift stores like Goodwill, Sacks on 72, The Saving Way, Downtown Rescue Mission and many more. Thrifting has become a popular activity for teens. Thrift stores are a great way to expand your wardrobe for cheap, and to find books and trinkets. Thrift stores are generally affordable, and you can find great clothes and items. Antique stores may be less affordable, but they have good pieces to decorate houses and rooms. They are also interesting to walk around and look at. 

Nature Walks. Places like nature trails and parks are great places to hang out with friends and get some fresh air. They are also great exercise. Places like Big Spring Park and Monte Sano Nature Preserve are good options for trails and places to picnic. It can be nice to go shopping with friends, but it is also good to get exercise outdoors to stay healthy. Big Spring Park usually has music festivals and also allows dogs. 

Water parks. Although water parks are a bit pricy, they are a great way to cool off in the hot summer months. Although these are not very close to Harvest, Point Mallard Park and Cullman Water Park are fun places to go. They both have an abundance of waterslides and even places for little kids. They have great food and have many different pools to go to. Whether you are looking to relax in a lazy river, float in a wave pool, or go down waterslides, both of these options have so many fun things to do for the whole family.

Escape rooms. There are many options for escape rooms near Huntsville. Escapology, Huntsville Escape Rooms and Rage Room are all great options with many rooms to choose from. The themes in the rooms vary from horror to mystery, so there is something for all interests.

Neighborhood pools. Many new neighborhoods in Harvest have clubhouses with pools, and some houses have their own pools. Whether you’re going to a friend’s pool, having friends at your pool, or going to a neighborhood pool, these are all great ways to cool down without spending money to go out somewhere. 

Festivals and fairs. Huntsville holds many festivals and fairs during the summer months. Although these are not always the cheapest options, they are a lot of fun and there is so much to do. Rocket City Fair and Oktoberfest are very popular. These fairs have many fun rides for thrill seekers, great food and activities for the whole family. They have booths set up with carnival games, and by winning these games you can win fun prizes like stuffed animals. Sometimes they even have pets like goldfish that you can win.

There are so many fun things to do during the summer, whether you are looking to stay home and relax or go out for fun adventures with friends. There are also many things to do with family. Huntsville and Madison have many more fun things to do like movie theaters, golf courses, restaurants and so much more.