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.
Temple Emanu-El
2100 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, United States
LED BY JUDY LADDEN TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30 AM – SHALOM BABY PLAYROOM $10 PER CLASS Baby & Me at TEE engages your child’s special energy through song, prayer, dance, and laughter. This is a class made just for those tots ages 12 months to 3 years old and their parents/caregivers. We hope you will […]
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
Winners Way, Birmingham, 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 […]
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 […]
Birmingham Race Course
Winners Way, Birmingham, 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 […]
Temple Emanu-El
2100 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, United States
LED BY JUDY LADDEN TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30 AM – SHALOM BABY PLAYROOM $10 PER CLASS Baby & Me at TEE engages your child’s special energy through song, prayer, dance, and laughter. This is a class made just for those tots ages 12 months to 3 years old and their parents/caregivers. We hope you will […]
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 […]
Birmingham Race Course
Winners Way, Birmingham, 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 […]
Heardmont Park
5458 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL, United States
Celebrate the holidays at Heardmont Park at the annual Christmas on the Mountain event. From a vendor fair to a beautiful tree lighting, this is one of the quintessential holiday events in Shelby County.
Downtown Montevallo
Main St., Montevallo, AL, United States
Join Montevallo for their annual Christmas Parade! Celebrate the joy of the holidays with your family as you watch beautifully decorated floats pass by. Wave hello to Santa and get ready to welcome in some Christmas cheer.
Vincent City Hall
25 Florey Street, Vincent, AL, United States
Join the City of Vincent on November 30th for their Christmas Parade & Celebrations! Pre-Parade activities will begin at 4pm with food trucks & craft vendors & the Parade will begin at 6pm with Post-Parade activities to follow! Enjoy fun holiday giveaways and contests, plus visit with Santa! Be sure to stop by City Hall […]
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.
The Summit
214 Summit Blvd Suite 150, Birmingham, AL, United States
Embrace the magic of the season at Friday Flurries on December 1st and 15th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Saks Plaza, adjacent to Santa’s Workshop. Meet Elsa and Olaf, indulge in your favorite Frozen sing-along songs, have your face painted, capture moments in front of the enchanting “Let It Snow” sign with falling […]
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 Museum of Art
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, AL
Calling all Grinches and Whos! This Art after 5 brings the whimsy and wonder of Dr. Seuss’ classic tale, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” to the Birmingham Museum of Art! This festive after-hours event combines art, music, and pop culture for an evening that’s merry and bright. Explore the galleries on a Grinch-themed scavenger hunt, […]