Madison · Madison County, AL

Things to do this weekend in Madison

Scout analyzed 33 Madison places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.

Places analyzed

33

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

J. Alexander's Restaurant

Food & Drink

J. Alexander's Restaurant

J. Alexander's is a good choice for a sit-down meal, suitable for an upscale dinner out or a relaxed lunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Creekwood Park

Outdoors

Creekwood Park

Creekwood Park is a good spot for a free, relaxed outdoor activity with kids or for a solo walk. Plan for about an hour here, especially on a sunny weekend day.

OutdoorsRelaxedQuiet
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

7 Brew Coffee

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Just Love Coffee Cafe - Madison, AL

Food & Drink

Just Love Coffee Cafe - Madison, AL

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick solo stop for coffee or a casual meeting with friends, taking about 45 minutes and costing around $5-$15 per person. It pairs well with errands or as a short break.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Creme Brew Lait

Food & Drink

Creme Brew Lait

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a beverage and a small bite, pairing well with errands or a casual work session. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Old Black Bear Brewing Company

Nightlife

Old Black Bear Brewing Company

This brewery is a good spot for a casual evening out, offering drinks and food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for drinks and a snack.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Stars and Strikes

Sports & Recreation

Stars and Strikes

Stars and Strikes is a good spot for an active group outing, combining bowling, arcade games, and dining. Expect to spend a few hours and around $25-50 per person for activities and a meal.

SportsFoodCocktails
$25–$50 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking
Cap't Loui

Colonial Promenade

Cap't Loui

Cap't Loui is a casual seafood spot, good for a relaxed dinner outing with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $25-50 per person on a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Food & Drink

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Cooper's Hawk is suitable for a sit-down meal, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours with a cost per person around $35-$75. It pairs well with an evening movie or show.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
PJ's Coffee

Food & Drink

PJ's Coffee

PJ's Coffee is suitable for a quick stop for a coffee and a pastry. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Kids Kingdom

Family

Kids Kingdom

This playground is ideal for a free family outing, allowing kids to play outdoors for about 1-2 hours. It's a good place to combine with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsPlayfulRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Dublin Park

Outdoors

Dublin Park

Dublin Park is ideal for a few hours of outdoor activity or a family outing, offering trails, sports facilities, and pools. Expect to spend little to nothing if just using the park, with potential costs for pool access.

OutdoorsSportsWellness
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Honest Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Honest Coffee Roasters

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink or light breakfast. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Madison, AL (Outfield Drive)

Food & Drink

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Madison, AL (Outfield Drive)

Walk-On's is a casual sports bar suitable for lunch or dinner with friends or family, especially on game days. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Jonathan's Grille

Nightlife

Jonathan's Grille

Jonathan's Grille is suitable for a casual meal to watch a game, pairing well with a shopping trip or as a standalone family dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

Food & Drink

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar is good for a casual meal, especially if you're looking for burgers and fries. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Indian Creek Greenway

Outdoors

Indian Creek Greenway

Indian Creek Greenway is good for a free, active outdoor escape, perfect for a walk or run in nature. Plan for 1-2 hours for a moderate walk, suitable for families with older children or a solo activity.

OutdoorsViewsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Palmer Park

Outdoors

Palmer Park

Palmer Park is good for a multi-hour family outing to play sports or use the playground, often costing little to nothing unless concessions are purchased. It can be paired with a casual meal nearby or a quick stop on a weekend adventure.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Rainbow Mountain Trail Parking

Outdoors

Rainbow Mountain Trail Parking

Rainbow Mountain Trail is a free hiking area suitable for a 1.5-3 hour outdoor adventure, offering scenic views. It's a good standalone activity or can be paired with a picnic.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Luigi's Italian Grill

Food & Drink

Luigi's Italian Grill

Luigi's is a casual Italian spot for a family dinner or a relaxed date, expecting to spend $15-35 per person for an hour-long meal. Parking is usually available in a strip mall lot.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
SaZa Serious Italian

Food & Drink

SaZa Serious Italian

SaZa Serious Italian is a good spot for a relaxed dinner with family or a date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-55 per person for a meal.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$25–$55 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Chuck's Fish

Food & Drink

Chuck's Fish

Chuck's Fish is a good spot for a dinner outing, offering seafood and a full bar. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs around $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Main Street Cafe

Food & Drink

Main Street Cafe

Main Street Cafe offers Southern comfort food in a historic setting, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$35 per person, making it a good option for lunch or an casual dinner.

FoodHistoryRelaxed
$15–$35 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Big Whiskey's

Food & Drink

Big Whiskey's

Big Whiskey's is a casual American restaurant, good for a relaxed evening meal or drinks with friends, especially when catching a game. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 31 of the 33 analyzed Madison places fit this weekend.
  • 23% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 97% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Upscale, Adventurous.

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