Discover the best family-friendly events in Birmingham, Alabama! From day camps and mommy-and-me classes to exciting local attractions, find the perfect activities for your family.
Explore Birmingham family fun with our guide to kid-friendly events and experiences. Perfect for parents seeking fun and educational activities for children.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure
4599 Splash Adventure Parkway, Bessemer, AL, United States
Debuting on November 17, you and your family can enjoy the holiday-themed light show until December 31. Magic of Lights shines from 5:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Suitable for holiday lovers of all ages, Magic of Lights consists of 2+ million lights including a 32-foot-tall animated […]
Goldfish Swim School – Hoover
5549 Grove Blvd, Hoover, AL, United States
Join us on Sunday, December 31st for a FREE Noon Year’s Eve Event from 11am-1pm to Ring in the New Year! All are welcome! Event highlights include: Family Swim Bubbles meet and greet 12:00 noon balloon drop Craft Snack Note that little ones who are not potty trained are required to wear a reusable swim […]
Dave & Buster’s – Birmingham
2700 Riverchase Galleria, Suite 110, Birmingham, AL, United States
Grab Tickets for the whole family: https://www.prekindle.com/event/23454-ring-in-the-new-year-early-at-dandb-birmingham * Delicious Appetizers * Cinnamon Sugar Churros * Unlimited Soft Drinks * Ginger Ale Toast during an early New Year’s countdown * $20 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure
4599 Splash Adventure Parkway, Bessemer, AL, United States
Debuting on November 17, you and your family can enjoy the holiday-themed light show until December 31. Magic of Lights shines from 5:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Suitable for holiday lovers of all ages, Magic of Lights consists of 2+ million lights including a 32-foot-tall animated […]
UAB Alys Stephens Center
1200 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United States
Toast the end of 2023 with a nod to the Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Day performances and a glass of bubbly. Maestro Chris Confessore will take the podium to lead the ASO in a selection of Strauss family favorites and more!
Bowlero – Riverview
2908 Riverview Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Elevate your 2024 celebrations with our exclusive New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day packages! Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of crowded venues and the hassle of planning — this year opt for a memorable experience on your terms at an unbeatable rate. Enjoy private lanes and non-stop fun, complete with food, drinks, […]
Vestavia Bowl
1429 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL, United States
Roll in the new year at Vestavia Bowl until 1 am on New Year’s Day! New Year’s Package Includes: Unlimited cosmic bowling from 10 pm – 1 am Bowling shoes for up to 6 bowlers per lane Party favors for each bowler Champagne toast at midnight Reserve your lane(s) by 5 pm on Saturday, December […]
Oak Mountain Lanes
300 Bowling Lane, Pelham, AL, United States
Come Roll in the new year and watch the ball drop on any of our 8 156-inch projector screens!! – 10pm – 1am New Year’s Eve Package. Check-in begins at 9:30pm Package includes (for up to 6 people): 1 Lane for 3 Hours of Cosmic Bowling Shoe Rental 1 Pizza & 1 Pitcher of Soda […]
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, United States
The Lights of Noel is Alabama’s largest drive-through animated light show! The show is synchronized to Christmas music for all ages! This is an experience you won’t soon forget!
Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest
1221 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL, United States
The perfect storytime for toddlers on the go! Singing, dancing, and moving, with some stories thrown in, will make this one of your favorite weekly activities! Ages 18-36 months.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Featured Book: Chinese Menu: the History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods by Grace Lin
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Chelsea Public Library
11101 Chelsea Road, Chelsea, AL, United States
Join Mrs. Emily every Wednesday & Thursday at 10:30 at the Chelsea Public Library. Storytime is a great chance to introduce your little one to social settings, a learning environment, and a great chance to teach listening skills, engagement, following, and creativity! During Storytime we read books, sing songs, play games, and make crafts! Storytime […]
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Chelsea Public Library
11101 Chelsea Road, Chelsea, AL, United States
Join Mrs. Emily every Wednesday & Thursday at 10:30 at the Chelsea Public Library. Storytime is a great chance to introduce your little one to social settings, a learning environment, and a great chance to teach listening skills, engagement, following, and creativity! During Storytime we read books, sing songs, play games, and make crafts! Storytime […]
The Lotus Catfe
7895 Highway 119 Suite 9, Alabaster, AL, United States
Listen to a fun story about cats, while petting and playing with cats. We also provide crayons and coloring pages after the reading. Recommended for ages 4-10, adults must stay on the premises. All visiting the cats must pay the entrance fee.
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
Albert L. Scott Library – Alabaster Library
100 9th Street Northwest, Alabaster, AL, United States
Join Ms. Karen for stories, music, rhymes, and finger plays–fun for little ones ages 0-2! Let your little one sit, sing, wiggle and waggle for 20 minutes of interactive fun.
Mt Laurel Public Library
111 Olmsted St., Birmingham, AL, United States
A story program ideal for 19-36 months and a caregiver. Stories, songs, and bubbles make up a lively 30-minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Siblings welcome!
Center Point Public Library
533 Sunhill Road, Center Point, AL, United States
Bring your little one to Tots and Tales with Miss Emily! Provide your child with the opportunity to practice their early literacy, social and motor skills! Ages 4+.
Old Mill Square
105 W College St, Columbiana, AL, United States
Christmas in the Park is a walkable Christmas Wonderland in Old Mill Square Park from December 1, 2023 to January 5, 2024. Businesses or Groups can sponsor and decorate a 6 – 7 foot live tree that will remain in the park throughout the Christmas season. Each Friday night in December the City of Columbiana […]
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
UAB Alys Stephens Center
1200 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United States
Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony, known for its smooth and long-lined intensity was a huge success with both audiences and critics alike and has remained popular due to its beautiful lyricism and dramatic ferocity. Blessed with “poetic and sensitive pianism” and a “wondrous sense of color”, Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang captivates audiences with her virtuosity, lyricism, and […]
Hi-Wire Brewing Birmingham
2901 4th Avenue South, Suite 1A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Support local, and shop our Thursday Mini Pop-Up Market each week featuring a rotating cast of local creators and cultivators. We’ll have a new vendor every week!
Hoover Tactical Firearms
1561 Montgomery Highway, Hoover, AL, United States
Dixie Vintage Antique Automobile Club 1st Saturday Cruise In at Hoover Tactical, 7:00 AM until 12, the first Saturday of each month. Upon arrival at the cruise-in please park in spaces closest to Hwy 31 between Hoover Tactical and O’Reilly Auto parts. The other side of the parking lot is reserved for Hoover Tactical customers. […]
North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Ven con tu familia a escuchar cuentos, cantar y divertirnos en español! Esta evento es para niños de todas las edades. Niños menores de 12 años deben estar acompañados de sus padres. Los esperamos! Se require registro. (Come with your family to listen to stories, sing and have fun in Spanish! This event is for children […]
Moss Rock Preserve
617 Preserve Way, Hoover, AL, United States
Join Clinical Herbalist Cameron Strouss for a monthly herbal walk detailing the medicines of the season at Moss Rock Nature Preserve on Saturday from 10-11:30 am. We will meet at the main entrance across from Vecchio Pizza at the porter potties. Cameron has 14 years of knowledge and expertise as a professional herbalist doing clinical […]
Homewood Public Library
1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, United States
(0-18 Months) Babies and caregivers are welcome to a lapsit storytime with Miss Cristina filled with early literacy tips, baby-friendly songs, and puppets.
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL, United States
Get ready for the Birmingham Zoo’s larger-than-life illuminated experience! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January. Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night! Spend all winter […]
UAB Alys Stephens Center
1200 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United States
Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony, known for its smooth and long-lined intensity was a huge success with both audiences and critics alike and has remained popular due to its beautiful lyricism and dramatic ferocity. Blessed with “poetic and sensitive pianism” and a “wondrous sense of color”, Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang captivates audiences with her virtuosity, lyricism, and […]