P ocket schedules are available at locations throughout Huntsville and North Alabama and will be at gates during the Jam while supplies last (please note that the start time on Saturday & Sunday is incorrect on the pocket schedule and should read 1:30 p.m. for both days).The Huntsville Times will also publish special Jam inserts in the days prior to the festival. You can also print out our web schedule.
What's all the construction going on around the site of the Jam and what effect will it have on the festival?
The city of Huntsville is getting an exciting new downtown hotel next to the Von Braun Center. This will provide a significant boost for tourism and economic development in our community, including providing additional lodging for future Jam attendees!
Planners of the Big Spring Jam have done their best to maximize the use of space in and around Big Spring International Park as this construction continues.
Where are the restrooms?
Portable restrooms will be located throughout the Jam site as they have been in the past. Also, public restrooms will be available for use in the VBC. Available restrooms include those located in the main hallway of the VBC near the Box Office.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT
What do you offer for families?
Children are welcome at the Jam as it is a family event to be enjoyed by all. Children nine and under will be admitted free with a paying adult.
What can I expect on the children's stage?
The Jam always provides great entertainment for kids and families. This year "little Jammers" can see Rick Hubbard "The Kazoo King," Shana Banana and more.
Please note that there will be NO hay bales for seating at the Children's Stage this year, so plan to bring chairs and strollers for the family.
What's the Kids' Area?
The Kids' Area involves two major elements: the Boeing Children's
Craft Area and the Fun Zone.
The Boeing Children's Craft Area features several free activities including a different craft each day (tote bags on Saturday and construction hats on Sunday), temporary tattoos, and child identification cards by Huntsville Police Department. The Boeing Children's Craft Area will be held on the lower level of the Monroe Street Parking Garage right next to the Star 99/Corr Wireless stage.
The Jam also offers a Fun Zone with ticketed rides, including
obstacle courses, a bungee run, bull riding, jousting, a pirate ship, slides, inflatable boxing, sumo wrestling, hair wraps, and MORE! The Big Spring Jam Fun Zone offers attractions for kids of all ages.
Tickets for these rides can be purchased at the Fun Zone entrance. Most attractions take 1-2 tickets, which cost $2 each, others may take more. The Fun Zone will be located on top of the Monroe Street Parking Garage across from the VBC.
The Fun Zone hours:
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Friday 5:30 pm – 10 pm
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Saturday 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm
- Sunday 1:30 pm – 8 pm
Bungee jumps will stay open throughout Jam hours.
What is the Jam 5k Run?
The City of Huntsville Recreation and Landscape Management will hold the 8th Annual WHNT Big Spring Jam 5k and Fun Run on Saturday, September 25th.
The 5k (3.1 mile run) will begin at 8:00 am and is planned as a competitive event encouraging participants to walk, run or jog in celebration of the Big Spring Jam festival.
A Fun Run to encourage family participation will be held soon after the last runner in the 5k has finished. Local bands will provide entertainment at the run.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR VOLUNTEERISM
Who provides volunteer support for the Jam?
Hundreds of volunteers are provided by the Volunteer Center of Madison County. We could not be successful without it!
How can I volunteer?
Simply contact The Volunteer Center at 256-539-7797 and tell them you are interested in volunteering for the Jam. For more information about getting involved visit the Getting Involved or visit the Volunteer Center.
How do non-profit agencies qualify for Jam funding?
Each year, agencies with 501c3 IRS tax-exempt status submit applications/proposals for funding to the Big Spring Jam Charity Selection Committee.
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