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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.
Small Fry Friday
Albert L. Scott Library – Alabaster Library 100 9th Street Northwest, Alabaster, AL, United StatesStories, songs, games, letters, and more for children and their care givers.
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
Create Your Own Cast Iron Bowl at Sloss
Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark 20 32nd Street North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesBring some friends and beverages (adult included!) and join the Sloss metal arts staff for a night of cast iron creative fun! The Sloss artists will help you create your own unique cast iron bowl or platter, and you’ll watch it be cast in iron! The molds and tools are provided. Bowls are available to […]
$50
Paint Party: Reversible Fall/Christmas Door Hanger
Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United StatesJoin us in the Grand River Picker’s classroom to paint a reversible door hanger with Leslie of The Wooden Anchor. You will have two design choices for a Fall side and a Christmas side. Price is $40 and includes wire and a burlap bow. Last day to register Aug 21. Register through our Facebook event […]
$40.00
Paint Party: Reversible Fall/Christmas Door Hanger
Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United StatesJoin Leslie with The Wooden Anchor to paint a reversible door hanger for Fall/Christmas in the Grand River Pickers classroom. Choose from 2 designs for each season, and this 20″ hanger craft includes wire and a burlap bow. Price is $40 | Registration deadline is Aug 21 Register through the Facebook event or contact the […]
$40.00
Kingdom Kids Consignment Sale
Hope Church Gardendale 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL, United StatesTimes: Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Foster Parent Only Night 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (50% off most items). Info: A twice-yearly consignment sale at Hope Church in Gardendale, Alabama. Features gently used baby and children’s clothing, shoes, toys, baby equipment, and select […]
Roaring 20’s Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Event at The Historic Arlington House
Historic Arlington House and Gardens 331 Cotton Avenue Southwest, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCelebrate a Roaring Good Time with a fun Roaring 20’s Themed Murder Mystery Dinner Event at The Historic Arlington House . Costumes are fun but Optional. This event is perfect for celebrations, date night, friends night out, family night, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Optional Ghosts & Spirits of the Past and Haunts Walk of The […]
$59.99
LEMONS + ZOO CULTURE + JUCO
Woodlawn Theatre 5503 1st Ave North, Birmingham, United StatesAll Ages Show! $10 Advanced Tickets – On Sale Now! I thought lemons were a fruit. Yes, lemons are a fruit. However, Lemon’s (with an apostrophe ‘s) is a Memphis-based indie rock band composed of Susie Hydrick, Jackson Williams, and Ben Spiegelman. While their sound is heavily characterized by catchy guitar riffs and thoughtful instrumentation, […]
Shark Weekend
McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, ALThis will definitely be a weekend to remember! Mark your calendars and be sure to join us for a weekend jam packed with fin-credible new attractions, lots of shark sea-crets, and even a chance at being one of the first to see an absolutely jaw-some shark movie…ALL FOR FREE!!!
“Summernagashi” Art Class
This class is designed to be a fun and educational experience for both children and parents. No prior art experience is necessary! Come ready to explore the mesmerizing world of Suminagashi and create beautiful, unique pieces of art. Join us for “Summernagashi” and make the most of your summer by learning a new art form […]
$25.00
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.
Sourdough 101 Aug. Class
University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United StatesPleasant Hill Farms is pleased to announce that we are offering a Sixth Sourdough Bread 101 Class because of the overwhelming response! Come Join us Aug.24th 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
Art and Yoga
Birmingham Museum of Art 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, ALJoin us for a Self-Soothe Saturday session led by Kiana Brewster, featuring “Art and Yoga.” This unique program merges the therapeutic benefits of art and yoga to foster unapologetic self-expression, heightened awareness, and relaxation. Participants will engage in a personalized art session, creating from the heart with an array of expressive materials, followed by a […]
GirlSpring Teen Leaders Group Kick-Off & Recruitment!
Girls ages 13-18, who will be in 7th-12th grade for the 2024-2025 school year, are invited to join us for an interactive, get-to-know you session and learn more about what GirlSpring is all about! The Springboarders group works together to create content (articles, artwork, poetry) for our by girls for girls website, which is a […]
Kickball and Kick Drugs
George Ward Park Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us for the Active Recovery Outreach Kickball and Kick Drugs event in partnership with Jefferson County Treatment Court on August 24th, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM at George Ward Park in Birmingham, AL. We invite vendors and sponsors to participate; registration closes on August 14th, 2024. Vendor instructions will be sent out […]
Free
Brand Day
345 State Farm Pkwy 345 State Farm Pkwy, Birmingham, Alabama
Fultondale Founders Day
Black Creek Park, Fultondale, Alabama Yarbrough Road, Fultondale, AL, United States
Shark Weekend
McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, ALIMAX Dome at McWane Science Center (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now) Join us at McWane Science Center for a FIN-tastic weekend! McWane will be hosting all things shark-related August 24th-25th! Dive into the deep blue adventures of the World of Water’s newest exhibits. Take a BITE out of all the amazing happenings lined up: […]
Pressure Canning 101
University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United StatesPleasant Hill Farms is pleased to announce that we are offering a Pressure Canning Class Come Join us August 24th for a Canning experience, We will be providing everything needed while we show you how to Pressure Can almost everything. You will be leaving with the knowledge of basic Pressure canning skills, Recipes, and a […]
$50
LEGO Harry Potter Build
The Summit 214 Summit Blvd Suite 150, Birmingham, AL, United StatesLEGO Harry Potter Build event offers a hands-on experience for young witches and wizards eager to bring the magic of Hogwarts to life, brick by brick.
Free
Latinos Con Onda 5th Anniversary!!
Sloss Furnaces 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesLatinos Con Onda 5th Anniversary!! Come celebrate our 5th anniversary at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark!🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of Latinos con Onda! This milestone event is all about bringing our community together for a night filled with music, dancing, and amazing vibes. Whether you’re […]
Taste of 4th Ave Jazz Fest
Taste of 4th Ave Jazz Fest THE GREATEST JAZZ FESTIVAL IN BIRMINGHAM IS BACK! The Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival returns on Saturday, August 24th, 2024 for its 21st Annual celebration. You don’t want to miss it! Time: 2 PM – 10 PM Admission: FREE Artist Line Up: 2:15 pm – Legendary […]
Free
Space One Eleven City Center Art After School Classes
Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCity Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art […]
Childcare Resources’ Fairytale Ball
Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook 2655 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, United StatesDance the night away and create unforgettable memories while supporting a great cause in Childcare Resources' Fairy Tale Ball.
$55 – $295
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
Birmingham Marriott 3590 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, USAmerica’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that […]
$61.99
SOULTOPIA
Saturn, 200 41st Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35222 2 41st Pl N, United StatesIn an age where it is a common practice in mainstream enterprise to reduce arts and culture to a hollow caricature of itself, Soultopian Society* strives to offer individuals a “cultural rest haven”, an alternative to the norm where they can explore, absorb, and enjoy various creative platforms…all of which embody depth and a soulful […]
Glimpse of My Soul Presented by Sidewalk Film Festival + Center at Alabama School of Fine Arts – DJD Theater, Birmingham AL
ASFA Dorothy Jemison Day Theater, 800 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203 1 19th St N, United States– As a part of the 26th Annual Sidewalk Film Festival presented by Regions Bank – The screening will take place on Sunday, August 25, 2024, from 10:00am – 11:30am CDT at the ASFA Dorothy Jemison Day Theater. dir. Yuri Shapochka 1 hour, 30 minutes Feature, Documentary, Alabama “Glimpse of My Soul” delves into the […]
Rugby Beginner Clinic
Hosted by the Birmingham Vulcans and Birmingham Steel, this is a clinic for all newcomers or anyone interested in rugby to get hands on experience for the sport. Ages 7+ encouraged to come out and give it a try. No equipment needed. No contact. Address: Krebs Field, 3601 Country Club Rd, Birmingham, AL 35213
Free
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Shark Weekend at the McWane Science Center
McWane Science Center 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, ALJoin the McWane Science Center for a FIN-tastic weekend! McWane will be hosting all things shark-related August 24th-25th! Dive into the deep blue adventures of the World of Water’s newest exhibits. Take a BITE out of all the amazing happenings lined up: Shark Labs with the Education Team, Meet the Paleontologist—Jun Ebersole, Great White Shark […]
Birmingham Barons VS Biloxi Shuckers
Regions Field 1401 1st Ave S, Birmingham, ALGet ready for an action-packed showdown as the Birmingham Barons take on the Biloxi Shuckers!
$10 – $45
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
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 […]
Clipped Up Mondays
City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us at the Skate Park for Clipped Up Mondays! CAMERAS WILL BE ROLLING – COME GET A CLIP!
Trivia Mondays at The Pizitz
Unleash your inner trivia master at The Pizitz Food Hall with North Alabama Trivia. Join us every Monday for a thrilling night of brain-teasing fun from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Gather your friends, fuel up on delicious eats, and get ready to put your knowledge to the test!
Free
Clipped Up Mondays
City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCAMERAS WILL BE ROLLING – COME GET A CLIP!
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 […]
Space One Eleven City Center Art After School Classes
Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCity Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art […]
After School Skate
City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesGROUP LESSON WITH SKATEPARK STAFF FOR ALL!
Yoga at The Pizitz
Laura Gadilhe DeCastra leads us in an in-person yoga flow** All levels welcome! Grab a free ticket. Bring your own mat and water. Class meets in The Gallery, located across from Ono Poke.
Free
The Barkery Life Skills Class
Basic obedience course focused on leash walking, recall, impulse control, engagement, and socialization. Visit nightdaydog.com to learn more. 6 WEEKS: $300 Pink Block Dog Park 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
TheMGB Green Tea Talk
Birmingham Public Library Central Branch 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, AL, USThe MGB Green “Tea” Talks is a series of curated conversations among entrepreneurs and professionals brought to you by The Modern Green Book Foundation. These talks provide an authentic and unfiltered look at various industries to inspire and educate growing entrepreneurs. The speakers share their experiences, giving advice and knowledge on the journey towards success. […]
Free
3rd Annual The Literacy Council Junior Board Books, Bands, & Brews 2024: Beats Edition
The Fennec 1630 2nd Avenue South The Social, Birmingham, United StatesGet ready to “drop it low” on the dance floor with The Literacy Council at the Books, Bands, & Brews: Beats Edition event on Tuesday, August 27 @ The Fennec in downtown Birmingham. A night of great hits, food, and fun. Contributions and sponsorships collected through ticket sales for the event will support literacy programs […]
$35
Jamme’s Crunk Fitness
Jamme’s Crunk Fitness is the incredibly fun, high-energy dance workout that’s so much fun it doesn’t feel like you’re working out at all. It is a power-packed combination of basic aerobics steps and funky dance moves broken down for all levels. This total-body workout burns fat, tones the entire body, strengthens the cardiovascular system and […]
After School Skate
City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesGROUP LESSON WITH SKATEPARK STAFF FOR ALL!
Join Voices of the South Men’s acapella / barbershop chorus
Come sing with us! Voices of the South is a men’s singing chorus located in Birmingham, AL. We are the Central Alabama Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We claim a deep heritage of talented men and chapter accomplishments as we draw men from across central Alabama to the joy of good singing and the […]
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 […]
Live HealthSmart Market
The Live HealthSmart Mobile Market is filled with fresh produce and a selection of pantry staples, proteins, and dairy. Our grocery store-on-wheels has everything you need to cook (and eat) nutritious food at an affordable price. Learn More
Space One Eleven City Center Art After School Classes
Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCity Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art […]
Little Hammies @ Lakeshore Foundation
Lakeshore Foundation 4000 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL, United StatesA fun event to get everyone out and race on a specially designed course at Lakeshore Foundation.
$15
Little Hammies at Lakeshore
Lakeshore Foundation 4000 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL, United States
Brittle Bones Wednesdays
City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United StatesBEGINNER FRIENDLY SKATEBOARD SESSION
Wednesday Night Hop with Steel City Swing
Levite Jewish Community Center 3960 Montclair Road, Birmingham, United StatesGrab your friends and get ready for a night of dancing with Steel City Swing! Whether you want to learn how to swing dance for the first time or you want to dive deeper into your technique, musicality, and connection, we want to see you out on the dance floor dancing with us! All skill […]
$7 – $10
Ice Cream & Conversations
The Modern Green Book joined forces with the Birmingham Black Repertory Theatre Collective and are devising a new play! This play is centered around the history and stories of the 4th Ave Business District, both past and present. Join us at CREED 63 for a conversation with the creative team, actors, and community stakeholders, a […]
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 […]
Jamme’s Crunk Fitness
Jamme’s Crunk Fitness is the incredibly fun, high-energy dance workout that’s so much fun it doesn’t feel like you’re working out at all. It is a power-packed combination of basic aerobics steps and funky dance moves broken down for all levels. This total-body workout burns fat, tones the entire body, strengthens the cardiovascular system and […]
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