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.
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.
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Connecting to What’s Next: A Design Vision for the Future of the Red Rock Trail System | Join us for “Connecting to What’s Next: A Design Vision for the Future of the Red Rock Trail System®” at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Thursday, December 7th. This […]
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 […]
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!
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 […]
Save the date for the Gardendale Christmas parade! This year’s theme will be Christmas at the Movies.
Each Advent season Briarwood presents a gift to our community with the Walk Through Nativity. Hundreds of Briarwood members come together to depict the birth and life of our Lord in 14 biblical scenes with narrated drama using live actors and animals (including a camel!) Each night, Wednesday through Friday, come anytime between 6:45 p.m. and […]
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.
An active storytime of games, songs, stories, crafts, & more! Ideally for ages 3-5. In the Nan Abbott Room.
Bring your little one to Tots and Tales with Miss Emily! Provide your child with the opportunity to practice their early literacy, social and motor skills! Ages 4+.
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 […]
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 […]
Supper with Santa has returned for another year at Helena Hollow. Activities include: Lighted hayride S’mores Live nativity scene Face painting Barbecue dinner! The event is rain or shine and has the possibility to be rescheduled due to weather.
Each Advent season Briarwood presents a gift to our community with the Walk Through Nativity. Hundreds of Briarwood members come together to depict the birth and life of our Lord in 14 biblical scenes with narrated drama using live actors and animals (including a camel!) Each night, Wednesday through Friday, come anytime between 6:45 p.m. and […]
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 […]
Save the date for the Leeds Christmas parade!
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!
Pepper Place Farmer’s Market is one of Birmingham’s most popular Saturday morning events. Made up of local farmers, makers, and retailers, it’s a great place to see everything Birmingham has to offer. Located in the Pepper Place Entertainment District. Open every Saturday morning, rain or shine. Holiday weekends, too!
Ages 7-12 Play Days are one-day experiences that are designed to let imaginations run wild! Spend a day exploring the world as a character from one of your favorite stories. Students will learn introductory theatre skills in a fun, creative atmosphere! You’re awakened in the middle of the night by a strange sound. You look […]
Get your jingle bells ready, because the most wonderful time of the year is almost here! The Annual Hueytown Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 9, 2023. Theme: How the Grinch Stole Christmas…. so get your creative gears turning and bring your best holiday cheer. We can’t wait to see the dazzling floats, marching […]
Enjoy an array of holiday-themed floats and prepare for lots of fun at Westover’s annual Christmas Parade. There is no better way to ring in the holidays than with a parade outing with friends and family. Starting at Old Highway 280 and ending at Westover Park, this parade is sure to be full of holiday […]
The fifth annual Holly Jolly Market will be in the gymnasium at the Moody Civic Center. There will be over 30 vendors! Santa will be on site from 11 – 2.
This pop-up shop is a free, outdoor event for all ages! You’ll be able to find unique gifts for your loved ones and SUPPORT LOCAL at the same time! Bring the whole family…there’ll be something here for everyone to enjoy! Live music w/ Steven Lane 12-4pm A very special guest appearance 🎅 2-4pm
Join us for a great afternoon with Santa at Chick-fil-A Helena! Santa pictures, crafts, hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating + more! We cannot wait to for you all to join us!
Save the date for the City of Moody Christmas parade! This year’s theme will be No place like Gnome for the Holidays!
Save the date for the Pelham Christmas parade! The theme will be Christmas Around the World.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Supper with Santa has returned for another year at Helena Hollow. Activities include: Lighted hayride S’mores Live nativity scene Face painting Barbecue dinner! The event is rain or shine and has the possibility to be rescheduled due to weather.
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