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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.

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
Event Series 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!

Event Series 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

Desert

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

Beep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World for a fun, free learning adventure where kids discover new words through music, movement, and hands-on play!

Free

Mocha Mixer Moms: Summertime Struggles

Private Zoom Meetup (Cameras On Required)

Summer is filled with social gatherings, family events, and celebrations—but for new and expecting moms, it can sometimes feel isolating.

Free
Event Series World of Art

World of Art

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

Travel the globe through art at ArtPlay’s Creative Kids Studio! Campers will explore world cultures and create inspired works on this imaginative summer journey.

$320

Birmingham Babypalooza Baby Expo

BJCC 2100 Richard Arrington Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, United States

New and expectant parents don't miss the Birmingham Babypalooza Baby Expo on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at BJCC, North Hall from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. It’s a free day of fun and information to connect you with essential resources, education, and community support.

Free

Me and My Shadow

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

Beep Beep! Vocabby’s World invites kids to discover new words through music, movement, and creative fun—plus free books and materials!

Free

Mocha Mixer Moms: Breastfeeding & Beyond

Private Zoom Meetup (Cameras On Required)

August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and this session is all about empowering Black moms in their feeding journey.

Free

A Night of the Arts

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

Celebrate the arts with a gallery experience, live performances, a private Wilson Phillips concert, gourmet dinner, and more— all while supporting AEIVA, the Alys Stephens Center, ArtPlay, and Arts in Medicine.

$250

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