Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
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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 parents seeking fun and educational activities for children.
Storytime at the Gardens
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Passalong Plants: Botanical Heirlooms
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Passalong plants span generations as they are shared among neighbors, friends,and family members. Director of Longleaf Botanical Gardens and Urban RegionalExtension Agent Hayes Jackson will showcase an array of passalong plants andwork with participants on dividing, taking cuttings, and growing seedlings in thishands-on workshop. Registrants […]
Passalong Plants: Botanical Heirlooms
#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Passalong plants span generations as they are shared among neighbors, friends,and family members. Director of Longleaf Botanical Gardens and Urban RegionalExtension Agent Hayes Jackson will showcase an array of passalong plants andwork with participants on dividing, taking cuttings, and growing seedlings in thishands-on workshop. Registrants […]
Saint-Saëns – Coffee Concert
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesDescribed by Shostakovich himself as “festive or celebrative in spirit,” The Festive Overture begins with a brass fanfare which later reappears before the work’s coda. The concert concludes with Saint – Saëns Organ Symphony No. 3. It is popularly known as the Organ Symphony, since, unusually for a late-Romantic symphony, two of the four […]
Magic City Harvest’s Tailgate
On September 27th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Magic City Harvest is hosting our third annual “Kickoff Tailgate” at Little Donkey! We will have dinner for your Friday night or food for your tailgate on Saturday, and a highly anticipated silent auction! Little Donkey, Rodney Scott’s, and Tasty Town generously provided the food. You […]
What Will We Miss?
Planetarium show at the Christenberry Planetarium on the evolution of the universe and what will happen in the future.
$12.00
Art Exhibition – “Rough Notes: Pigs in the Sky”
Sloss Furnaces 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us for an exhibition night featuring “Rough Notes: Pigs in the Sky”, an interactive collaborative art installation that is part of an ongoing body of work, Rough Notes, by Hugh Patton. This event also features installation and written work by Melissa Yes and Salaam Green. Time & Location Sep 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – […]
Southern Exposure Films World Premiere!
The Altamont School 4801 Altamont Rd S, Birmingham, AL 35222, USA, United StatesJoin Alabama Rivers Alliance and our partners across the state for the FREE public screening of the 2024 Southern Exposure Films on Friday, September 27 at The Altamont School. Don’t miss this eagerly awaited night of storytelling that will inspire, ignite and unite us all in the fight for Alabama’s future! Filmmakers will be in […]
Free
Grateful Jams featuring Uncle Ian’s Band
Where: Avondale Apothecary, 3808 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222 When: Music from 6-9PM Tickets: $5 at the door
Bass in Your Face 10 Year Celebration hosted by LaTrisha “Fee Fee” Redmon featuring Sean Michael Ray, Jay Mck and Alvin Garret
Where: Uptown Jazz, 2250-B 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 When: Doors at 6:30PM, show at 7PM Tickets: Purchase in advance or at the door!
Half Pat Celebration
Trim Tab 2721 5th Ave South, Birmingham, ALCelebrate halfway to St. Patrick’s Day with a fun night of live music and brews presented by the Birmingham Irish Cultural Society. Proceeds from the event will benefit Mitchell’s Place!
Half Pat Benefit Night
Celebrate halfway to St. Patrick’s Day with a fun night of live Celtic music from Hooley Music Band and brews presented by the Birmingham Irish Cultural Society. Proceeds from the event will benefit Mitchell’s Place!
$10
DC205 September Meetup *Free and open to Non-members*
RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – 810 4TH AVE N Birmingham, AL, United StatesClick here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5889564 DC205 September Meetup September 27th , 7 :00 PM – 9 :00 PM CST Join us this Friday for an exciting evening of hacking, learning, and community! Special Speaker : Ross from BirminghamMesh We’re excited to have Ross share his expertise. Ross has been instrumental in developing and promoting mesh […]
Barber + Saint-Saëns
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesMusic Director Carlos Izcaray opens the 2024/25 season with Shostakovich’s Festive Overture. Described by Shostakovich as “festive or celebrative in spirit,” It begins with a brass fanfare which later reappears. Amaryn Olmeda joins Maestro Izcaray and ASO for a performance of Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto. The evening concludes with Saint – Saëns Organ Symphony […]
Cashback
Elysian Gardens Birmingham Birmingham(Mason Music Fest) Where: Elysian Gardens, 101 40th St S, Birmingham, AL 35222 When: Music from 8PM-11PM Tickets: Buy in advance or at the door!
Deputy 5
The Fennec 1630 2nd Avenue South The Social, Birmingham, United StatesWhere: The Fennec, 1630 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 When: Music from 9PM-10:30PM Tickets: $10 in advance or at the door
Ramblin’ Ricky Tate
The Margaret 2113 1st Ave N, Birmingham, United StatesWhere: The Margaret, 2113 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 When: Music from 9PM to midnight Tickets: FREE (!!)
Late Night with R.1.Y.T.
The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205 1100 10th Pl S, United StatesWhere: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 When: Music starts at MIDNIGHT Tickets: $5 in advance or at the door
Birdsong Farmers Market
Join us at every Saturday from 7am – 12pm (or sell out!) to experience a farmer-led grassroots market. Get your fresh produce delivered straight from our local farms to your table. Located at 2824 5th Ave S in the parking lot of Automatic Seafood!
Free
The Farmers Market at Pepper Place
The Market at Pepper Place 2829 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United StatesStrawberries from the Market at Pepper Place.(Market at Pepper Place) Support local during this beloved farmers market in Birmingham. 7AM-Noon. Free admission. Details.
Southern Avenue with local support from The Talismen
WorkPlay 500 23rd Street South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesWhere: WorkPlay THEATRE, 500 23rd St S, Birmingham AL 35233 When: Doors at 6:30PM, show at 7:30PM Tickets: $20 in advance and more at the door!
El Mercado del Pueblo
University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United StatesYou’re invited to Huntsville’s newest market! El Mercado del Pueblo is a nonprofit market created to celebrate the diverse Latin American cultures in Huntsville, AL. By offering our city a taste of our love for family, food, faith, music, and art, along with a variety of unique cultural products, we hope to demonstrate the vitality […]
Saturday Jazz Greats Open House
Carver Theatre 1631 4th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United States🎉 Open House for the Saturday Jazz Greats Class is just around the corner! 🎷 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER>>>>> Join us to meet our talented instructors and learn more about this exciting opportunity. This event is perfect for both current students and anyone interested in signing up. If you have any questions […]
Free
Oak Hill Fall History Tours
Oak Hill Cemetery 1120 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesThe Fall History Tours at Oak Hill are back, with a slight twist. This year, we will offer one tour per Saturday through the entire month of October. There will not be as many characters portrayed each time, but the experience will be more personalized and less rushed. Our most experienced docents will lead the […]
$20
Our World: Worldwide Day of Play
Vulcan Park and Museum 1701 Valley View Drive, Birmingham, United StatesVulcan’s Day of Play
Vulcan Park & Museum is participating in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play, a global play event presented by Nickelodeon and The Association of Children’s Museums on September 28, 2024 from 10am- 12pm. This is a day dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play. The event will focus on getting kids and their families up, […]
Oil Landscape Art Class – Four Seasons Gallery – Homewood
Four Seasons Gallery 2817 18th St S, Homewood, AL, United StatesCome join us for a fun art class lead by local artist Diane Hathcock! For just $65, participants will create their own oil paint landscapes to take home. All supplies are provided, and all skill levels are welcome. Spots are limited, so call the gallery at 205-803-4059 to book!
$65.
Alabama Print, Dye, Stitch, Fold, and Bind with Douglas Pierre Baulos
Forstall Art Center 215 20th Street North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesSaturday, September 28, 2024 10 AM – 4 PM $125, includes lunch This investigative workshop will focus on observing and heightening awareness of textures and patterns observed in Nature and learning how to create a beautiful variety of book papers that when added to each create and embodied reflective tool of deep inquiry. Doug will […]
$125
FALL OPEN HOUSE! Mark your calendars now!
Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United States𝒮𝓉𝑜𝓅 𝒷𝓎 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓋𝒾𝓈𝒾𝓉 𝓊𝓈 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝐹𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝒪𝓅𝑒𝓃 𝐻𝑜𝓊𝓈𝑒 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓃𝓉! 𝒲𝑒 𝓌𝒾𝓁𝓁 𝒷𝑒 𝑜𝒻𝒻𝑒𝓇𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓇𝑒𝒻𝓇𝑒𝓈𝒽𝓂𝑒𝓃𝓉𝓈, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓋𝑒𝓃𝒹𝑜𝓇𝓈 𝓌𝒾𝓁𝓁 𝒷𝑒 𝓈𝓉𝑜𝒸𝓀𝑒𝒹 𝓌𝒾𝓉𝒽 𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝑒𝒾𝓇 𝓌𝑜𝓃𝒹𝑒𝓇𝒻𝓊𝓁 𝓈𝑒𝒶𝓈𝑜𝓃𝒶𝓁 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹𝒾𝑒𝓈. 𝒞𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝓈𝓃𝒶𝑔 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝓈𝓌𝒶𝑔 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝑒𝓃𝓉𝑒𝓇 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒹𝓇𝒶𝓌𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝓅𝓇𝒾𝓏𝑒𝓈, 𝓉𝑜𝑜! 𝒞𝒽𝑒𝒸𝓀 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝐹𝒶𝒸𝑒𝒷𝑜𝑜𝓀 𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓃𝓉 𝒶𝓉 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓁𝒾𝓃𝓀 𝒷𝑒𝓁𝑜𝓌 𝒻𝑜𝓇 𝒶𝓃𝓃𝑜𝓊𝓃𝒸𝑒𝓂𝑒𝓃𝓉𝓈 𝑜𝓃 𝓋𝑒𝓃𝒹𝑜𝓇 𝒮𝒜𝐿𝐸𝒮 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓂𝑜𝓇𝑒. 𝒲𝑒 […]
Free
Sourdough 101 Sept. Class
University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United StatesPleasant Hill Farms is pleased to announce that we are offering a Seventh Sourdough Bread 101 Class because of the overwhelming response! Come Join us Sept.28th for a Sourdough experience, We will be providing everything needed while we show you how to make sourdough loaf bread and Rolls. My sourdough starter has been in my […]
$50
Fall Shelf Sitter Decoupage Art
Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United StatesJoin our vendor Not Too Shabby in the Grand River Pickers classroom to learn how to use decoupage paper and Pentart Art supplies to make a unique Fall Shelf Sitter plaque. You will have multiple decoupage paper designs to choose from and all materials are supplied. Grab a friend and come have some fun! Get […]
$37.00
Model Train Display
HO scale model train display, open on Saturday from 11 AM – 7 PM and Sunday 1 – 6 PM. Suite 378 Grand River Outlet Leeds, AL.
Free
Fiesta 2024
Linn Park, 710 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203, United States 2000 Park Pl, Birmingham, AL, United StatesFiesta, Alabama’s largest celebration of Hispanic culture and heritage, is excited to announce its highly anticipated 22nd annual festival. The festival will be held on Saturday, September 28th from noon to 8 pm at Birmingham’s Linn Park. Tickets to Fiesta 2024 are $12 online and children ages 12 and under are free. Event attendees are […]
$12
2024 Fiesta Birmingham
Linn Park 710 20th Street, Birmingham, AL, United StatesRMHC of Alabama will attend Fiesta so stop by and see us!
$15
Fiesta
Linn Park 710 20th Street, Birmingham, AL, United StatesGet ready for the biggest party in town at Linn Park in Birmingham. (Fiesta Bham) Alabama’s biggest celebration of Hispanic culture and heritage, Fiesta Bham, is gearing up for its 22nd year in The Magic City on Saturday, September 28. Located at Linn Park, this unique festival features the rich traditions and vibrant energy of […]
Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – WOODSHOPClick here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5806929 Get introduced to the beautiful craft of woodworking by making your own cutting board. You will choose from a variety of designs composed of different native hardwoods, learn proper assembling, gluing, sanding and finishing techniques and will be taught how to correctly use thickness planer and orbital sander. After this […]
Pop Up Skates Skate Rentals
City Walk Roller Rink is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Pop Up Skates, bringing you weekend skate rentals for even more fun on wheels! Every Saturday, join us from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Sundays, we’ll be rolling from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come experience the excitement and enjoy a […]
I Concert Series Music Fest – Irondale’s 137th Birthday Celebration
Beacon Park 5309 Beacon Drive, Irondale, ALCelebrate Irondale’s 137th birthday with live music from Rubben Studdard, Kirk Whallum, Ken Ford, the Emily Joseph Band + Element XI.
Irondale Music Fest- FREE Concert
Beacon Park 5309 Beacon Drive, Irondale, ALMayor James D. Stewart, Jr. will host the 3rd Annual City of Irondale Music Festival on Saturday, September 28, 2024. It will be a celebration of Irondale’s 137th Birthday. The Music Festival will take place at Beacon Park, with gates opening at 2:00 p.m., and the show beginning at 3:00 p.m. Admission is absolutely free, […]
Free
The Modern Green Book Marketplace
CityWalk Bham Between 15th North and 25th North streets , Birmingham, AL, United States, AlabamaThe MGB Marketplace is an initiative that was created to provide a platform for Black-owned businesses to showcase their products and services to the wider community. We hope to encourage the community to shop and support Black-owned on a regular basis. By doing so, we hope to create a more inclusive and prosperous community where […]
Dab Painting Bottles
Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United StatesJoin us for a new class at Grand River Pickers! Dab Painting Bottles class with Beverly of Messy Arts & Crafts is great for levels of painting & crafting experience! Dab painting is a painting technique using a sponge or other tool where the paint is applied in a dabbing motion to give a blended […]
$28.00
September Monthly Game Night *Free and open to Non-members*
RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – CLASSROOMClick here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5760611 Our free monthly game night is held in the classroom at the Red Mountain Makers Makerspace on the last Saturday of each month. Come join us for a night of fun and adventure! We have a variety of Tabletop games to play, like Wingspan, Sushi GO, Tokaido, Ticket to Ride, […]
Saturday Night Line Dancing at Our Lady of Lourdes
Our Lady of Lourdes-Birmingham, Al 980 Huffman Rd, Birmingham, AL, United StatesEach Saturday night Marty and Kathy Brill host an all-request line dancing event at Cornerstone School at Lourdes. Marty is the DJ and plays whatever music the line dancers request.
$5.00
Cars & Couture Charity Fashion Show
Events at Haven 2515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United StatesPoze Bazaar Foundation is excited to host the Cars & Couture Charity Fashion Show, to support underserved youth with scholarships and provide grants to teaching artists for creative arts programming in schools that lack financial support. This show will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at HAVEN, a contemporary and industrial event venue in […]
$45
Phantasma
Pilcrow 2015 1st Ave N #1e, Birmingham, AlabamaBirmingham’s newest Darkwave group, Shadow Garden, presents Phantasma, a gothic dance night with DJ’s Maelstrom and Julia Doom, who will be spinning Darkwave/Coldwave/WitchHouse. Pilcrow will also be offering drink specials! Seating is limited, so get your tickets online in advance or you can buy them at the door. Doors 8pm, 21+, Show 9pm, Tickets $5
$5.00
The Major Dudes (!!)
The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205 1100 10th Pl S, United StatesWhere: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 When: Doors at 9PM, music at 10PM Tickets: $10 in advance or $12 at the door
Together Breakfast and Witchstatic
The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205 1100 10th Pl S, United StatesWhere: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 When: Music starts at MIDNIGHT Tickets: $7 in advance or $10 at the door
Davis Little & Haleigh Black
Avondale Common House 4100 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesDavis Little & Haleigh Black are an acoustic violin/guitar duo from Birmingham, AL. They’ve been quickly gaining recognition for their beautiful and captivating performances that traverse many genres such as jazz, world, and folk.
Free
Model Train Display
HO scale model train display, open on Saturday from 11 AM – 7 PM and Sunday 1 – 6 PM. Suite 378 Grand River Outlet Leeds, AL.
Free
“Portrait of Elizabeth Gilpin” by Joshua Johnson
Birmingham Museum of Art 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, ALCurious about works of art that aren’t always included on a BMA tour? Take a DeTour with us on select Sundays, where we’ll spend 30 minutes focusing on a work of art that is off the beaten path. This Sunday, drop by and join BMA Teaching Fellow Kiera Poole as she facilitates a discussion on […]
Free
Football Cookie Decorating Class
University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United StatesFootball season is here! Are you ready?!? be the talk of the tailgate with these fun and team themed football cookies! In this class you will learn how to decorate the entire football experience from the stadium, to the jersey, the helmet, the fan gear including your flags and foam fingers and of course your […]
$65
Learn to Sew: Make a Lumbar Pillow
RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – OPEN PROJECT AREAClick here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5882599 Dive into the world of sewing with our “Sewing Machine Basics” class, designed for beginners eager to explore the art of crafting with fabric. This hands-on course is perfect for those who have little to no experience with sewing machines. Gina will guide you through the fundamentals, ensuring you gain […]
Symphony in the Gardens
Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, ALThis year marks the 26th Annual Symphony Picnic at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The concert is free and picnic meals are sold to raise funds to benefit the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Join us on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens for one of Birmingham’s favorite fall family events!
Live Trivia
Sometimes it pays to be a know-it-all. Bring a team and win some green! Join us at the yellow block – City Walk Social on Sundays from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pop Up Skates Skate Rentals
City Walk Roller Rink is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Pop Up Skates, bringing you weekend skate rentals for even more fun on wheels! Every Saturday, join us from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Sundays, we’ll be rolling from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come experience the excitement and enjoy a […]
Live Trivia
Sometimes it pays to be a know-it-all. Bring a team and win some green! Join us at the yellow block – City Walk Social on Sundays at 6:00 PM
Zach Austin
The Margaret 2113 1st Ave N, Birmingham, United StatesWhere: The Margaret, 2113 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 When: Music from 9PM to midnight Tickets: FREE (!!)
Space One Eleven Summer Art Camps
Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesSpace One Eleven’s summer art camps are a perfect way for young artists to learn a new art form or improve upon their art skills! These camps give young artists ample time to dive into their projects, make friends, and create finished pieces of work for the end-of-summer student and teaching artist exhibition. All camps […]
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