McWane Science Center Father’s Day
McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, ALCelebrate Dad with a day of building, tinkering, and hands-on fun at McWane!
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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 fun and educational activities for your children.
Father’s Glass Blowing At Birmingham District Brewing
Birmingham District Brewing Company 2201 2nd Ave S #102, Birmingham, United StatesThis Father’s Day, create lasting memories at Birmingham District Brewing Co with a hands-on glassblowing experience— craft a custom beer glass and enjoy great brews in a fun, family-friendly setting!
Free
Science Superstars
Join us for this 3-day summer camp!
Field Journaling With Friends
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Join teaching artist and naturalist Melissa Shultz Jones for our early morning field journaling series. Each month, you are invited to explore a different aspect of plant life in the Gardens and a new watercolor technique. You can sign up for any number of workshops, […]
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Ninja Kidz Live Infinite Possibilities
BJCC Concert Hall 2100 Richard Arrington Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesGet ready for Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities at the BJCC! Join the action-packed, interactive adventure as the Ninja Kidz leap from YouTube to the stage with epic battles, games, and audience choices that shape the story.
$29 – $93
Mad Scientist
Woodlawn UMC 139 54th St N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesBeep Beep! Vocabby’s World at ArtPlay invites kids to learn new words through fun songs, movement, and hands-on creativity— plus free books and materials!
Free
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Movies on the Mountain: Monsters, Inc.
Vulcan Park & Museum 1701 Valley View Drive, Birmingham, ALEnjoy movie magic under the stars at Movies on the Mountain at Vulcan Park & Museum! Watch Monsters, Inc. with stunning views, local treats, and fun for all ages.
$8 – $10
Hydrangeas for a Southern Garden
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | David Doggett, advanced master gardener and current president of the Alabama Hydrangea Society, will introduce you to the defining characteristics and pros/cons of the five main classes of hydrangeas we typically see in Southern gardens. You will learn about the effects of climate change on […]
Mocha Mixer Moms: Bump & Balance
Private Zoom Meetup (Cameras On Required)Preparing for postpartum life? Balancing work, motherhood, and relationships can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Free
Mini Masterpieces
Artplay 1006 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesExplore art history and create mini masterpieces at ArtPlay’s Creative Kids Studio— a fun and enriching mid-summer camp for young artists!
$150
The Light Eaters
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Nature Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey. Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!
Backyard Bugs
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Willy Wonka Jr.
UAB’s Alys Stephens Center 1200 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesStep into the spotlight at ArtPlay’s Musical Theatre Camp! Rising 7th to 12th graders will dive into all aspects of a full-stage production at the Alys Stephens Center.
$840
Creating a Moon Garden
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Alabama Advanced Master Gardener Dianna Fortner invites you to the enchanting world of nighttime gardening and outlines the process for creating a moon garden from plant selection to creating and executing a garden plan. Characterized by white flowers, silver foliage, and fragrant plants, moon gardens […]
Creating a Moon Garden
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Alabama Advanced Master Gardener Dianna Fortner invites you to the enchanting world of nighttime gardening and outlines the process for creating a moon garden from plant selection to creating and executing a garden plan. Characterized by white flowers, silver foliage, and fragrant plants, moon gardens […]
Best in Show: Nature’s Treasures
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Babypalooza’s Virtual Baby Expo
Virtual , United StatesExpecting a baby? Looking for expert advice, top baby gear, and exclusive giveaways—all from the comfort of home? Join us for the Babypalooza Virtual Baby Expo happening July 15th from 11 AM - 1 PM EST and July 16th from 7 PM - 9 PM EST.
Free
Building A Bee Hotel
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Bee boxes, or bee hotels, can attract pollinators to your garden and promote biodiversity. In this informative hands-on workshop, Friends’ volunteer group leader John Markus will review guidelines for constructing and maintaining an attractive nesting site for several varieties of solitary bees, which, unlike honey […]
Identifying and Eradicating Invasive Plants
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Chinese wisteria, English Ivy, periwinkle, nandina, and kudzu are only a few of the invasive, non-native plant species that threaten the Alabama landscape. Join Director of Land and Water Conservation for Jefferson County Greenways, Charles Yaeger to learn how to correctly identify invasive species and […]
Identifying and Eradicating Invasive Plants
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Chinese wisteria, English Ivy, periwinkle, nandina, and kudzu are only a few of the invasive, non-native plant species that threaten the Alabama landscape. Join Director of Land and Water Conservation for Jefferson County Greenways, Charles Yaeger to learn how to correctly identify invasive species and […]
Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Virginia Samford Theatre 1116 26th Street South, Birmingham, AlabamaBig River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn brings Mark Twain’s classic novel to life with Roger Miller’s unforgettable music.
$23 – $45
Desert
Woodlawn UMC 139 54th St N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesBeep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World for a fun, free learning adventure where kids discover new words through music, movement, and hands-on play!
Free
Beneath the Surface
Join us for this week long summer camp!
Field Journaling With Friends
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Join teaching artist and naturalist Melissa Shultz Jones for our early morning field journaling series. Each month, you are invited to explore a different aspect of plant life in the Gardens and a new watercolor technique. You can sign up for any number of workshops, […]
Mocha Mixer Moms: Summertime Struggles
Private Zoom Meetup (Cameras On Required)Summer is filled with social gatherings, family events, and celebrations—but for new and expecting moms, it can sometimes feel isolating.
Free
World of Art
Artplay 1006 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesTravel the globe through art at ArtPlay’s Creative Kids Studio! Campers will explore world cultures and create inspired works on this imaginative summer journey.
$320
Hostas, The Shade-Loving Perennial
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Are you searching for a plant that will produce beautiful blooms in shade? Hostas are very hardy perennials beloved for their lovely shades of green and chartreuse foliage, cascading form, and easy maintenance. Learn about this shade-loving perennial and how to use it in your […]
Air Layering: Propagating Difficult-To-Root Plants
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Cuttings and other forms of propagation can fail for some plants, especially azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, and other woody plants. Unlock the secret to an effective propagation method for difficult-to-root plants with Friends’ horticulturist Julia Adams. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about the science […]
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