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family friendly events in birmingham alabama

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.

Cahaba River Society Earth Week Cleanup

Cahaba River Society will host daily volunteer opportunities April 21-26, 2025, in honor of Earth Week. This week-long event will promote a clean and healthy Cahaba River and engage a […]

Little Hammies

Little Hammies

Heardmont Park 5458 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL, United States

Little Hammies is a fun, family-friendly bike racing series just for kids ages 2 to 10! With age-appropriate courses, medals, games, and coaching support, it’s the perfect way for young riders to build confidence, learn new skills, and have a blast on two wheels.

$15

Alabama State Games

Legacy Arena 1001 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, United States

The Alabama State Games bring athletes of all ages together for friendly competition and Olympic-style events, all while supporting the growth of youth sports across the state.

Touch-A-Truck

The Summit – Birmingham, Al 214 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, AL, United States

Kick off Father’s Day Weekend with Touch-a-Truck, a hands-on adventure where kids can explore fire trucks, police cars, construction equipment, and more!

Free

Annual Hardy Fern Sale

The Birmingham Fern Society will hold its annual sale of hardy ferns in the growing area above the Fern Glade in Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Birmingham Ice Cream Festival

Sloss Furnaces 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL, United States

Cool off this summer at the Birmingham Ice Cream Festival, a sweet celebration for all ages! Enjoy handcrafted ice creams, sundaes, and frozen treats from top local and regional vendors.

Sewing 101 Clip on Bow tie

Centennial Place 603 19th Street, Birmingham, United States

Discover the basics of sewing in this fun, hands-on class perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. Learn everything from threading a needle to mastering simple stitches with guidance from an experienced instructor.

$33.85

McWane Science Center Father’s Day

McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL

Celebrate Dad with a day of building, tinkering, and hands-on fun at McWane!

Father’s Glass Blowing At Birmingham District Brewing

Birmingham District Brewing Company 2201 2nd Ave S #102, Birmingham, United States

This 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

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 […]

Mad Scientist

Woodlawn UMC 139 54th St N, Birmingham, AL, United States

Beep 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

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 […]

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

Mini Masterpieces

Artplay 1006 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United States

Explore 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!

Willy Wonka Jr.

Willy Wonka Jr.

UAB’s Alys Stephens Center 1200 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United States

Step 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

#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 […]

Babypalooza’s Virtual Baby Expo

Babypalooza’s Virtual Baby Expo

Virtual , United States

Expecting 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’ […]

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 […]

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 […]

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