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.
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 […]
Winter Wonderland – Downtown Gadsden
344 1st Street, Gadsden, AL, United States
Featuring approximately 3,000 square feet of ice-skating area, up to 85 skaters per hour over the age of 3 can show off their skills with a $12 admission price, which includes specially designed skates. The synthetic rink allows skaters to experience the look and feel of ice skating in warmer climates. Skate helpers will be […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN, United States
Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a […]
Hi-Wire Brewing Birmingham
2901 4th Avenue South, Suite 1A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Support local, and shop our Thursday Mini Pop-Up Market each week featuring a rotating cast of local creators and cultivators. We’ll have a new vendor every week!
City Walk Amphitheater
Located centrally within City Walk, Birmingham, AL, United States
This event includes Santa, princesses, carolers, food trucks, three photo stations & three hours of holiday and Disney songs. This is a perfect opportunity to see Santa right before Christmas!
The Casual Pint – The Grove
5541 Grove Boulevard, Hoover, AL, United States
Join us for a magical morning at The Casual Pint – The Grove! Limited Seating. Private Event. Santa is coming to town, and you’re invited to “Breakfast with Santa.” Enjoy an exclusive, festive experience with a delectable brunch menu item and a beverage included in each ticket.
Winter Wonderland – Downtown Gadsden
344 1st Street, Gadsden, AL, United States
Featuring approximately 3,000 square feet of ice-skating area, up to 85 skaters per hour over the age of 3 can show off their skills with a $12 admission price, which includes specially designed skates. The synthetic rink allows skaters to experience the look and feel of ice skating in warmer climates. Skate helpers will be […]
Oak Mountain State Park
200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, Alabama
Join Park Interpreters and learn who crawls, calls, hops, and slithers at OMSP while meeting our Teacher Creatures! Where: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center Exhibit Hall Time: 11am and 2pm No pets please! Stroller and wheelchair accessible! FREE with paid park admission and for overnight guests.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
Make your new family tradition come alive and celebrate Christmas at this family-fun event for all ages! There will be Christmas shows, performances, quests, attractions, games and characters around every corner at this Winter Underland event. Tis the season of Advent and what better way to savor the season by making special memories at Majestic […]
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
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN, United States
Christmas Dinner train trip includes a four-course dining experience onboard restored dining and pullman cars. The excursion trains depart from Chattanooga’s Grand Junction Station, traveling at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga before reversing direction and returning to Grand Junction. The travel time is just right for a complete meal on a […]
Highlands United Methodist Church
1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United States
Join us at Highlands to celebrate the coming of the Christ Child! This service of Christmas Eve communion will be specifically tailored for our children and their families. A nursery is available for children age 4 and younger.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest
1221 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL, United States
The perfect storytime for toddlers on the go! Singing, dancing, and moving, with some stories thrown in, will make this one of your favorite weekly activities! Ages 18-36 months.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
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
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Albert L. Scott Library – Alabaster Library
100 9th Street Northwest, Alabaster, AL, United States
Welcome families with special needs. This story time includes music, stories, and movement for kids through young adults with autism, sensory processing, or other developmental needs.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
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
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
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.
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
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
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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!
Birmingham Race Course
1000 John Rogers Dr, Birmingham, AL, 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 […]
Noccalula Falls Park
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, United States
This annual event begins on Thanksgiving Night and runs until December 31st. There will be millions of lights on the paths winding throughout the park as well as holiday displays and decorations. What a wonderful way to bring out the Christmas cheer in everyone. Come celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City […]
