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.
Join us for this hilarious one-act play, starring members of the Hoover Library Children’s Department! Adapted from the award-winning children’s books by Ross Burach. Free show for all ages.
Young artists in grades 6-8 continue to improve upon their art-making skills with a focus on foundations and conceptual thinking. Young artists who wish to apply to the Alabama School of Fine Arts will receive guidance during the application process including portfolio review and development. All skill levels are welcome. Through our scholarship application, art class […]
The Oak Mountain State Fair is happening again in spring of 2024! The fair is a family-friendly event featuring rides, attractions, food, and more. There will be FREE parking daily, plus FREE attractions by The Sea Lion Splash and The Dominguez Circus with paid admission.
Join fellow littles for social play with tents, ball pit, ride-ons & more.
Tickets are now on sale for Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume in partnership with the Walt Disney Archives and presented by PNC. Comprised of 70 costumes spanning nearly half a century, this captivating show takes visitors on a journey into the enchanting worlds of Disney, highlighting the innovative ways some of […]
Stop by the Children’s Department any time Monday through Friday during Spring Break to play a supersized game with friends and family!
Wind down your Spring Break by petting all the cute animals from our friends at DART Family Farm in our Library Parking Lot!
Story time every Tuesday and Thursday.
Cass and Ray are best friends who like different things. Ray enjoys scary movies and smores. Cass prefers ice cream and comedies. They even sometimes disagree on how to play their favorite game: The Adventures of Super Cat & Reptile Robot! Will their friendship survive? Filled with imaginative adventure, best-friend handshakes, and audience interaction, Presenting: […]
What’s all the buzz? Come learn about beekeeping with Regional Extension Agent, Olivia Fuller. Olivia will talk about attracting and caring for pollinators in your backyard.
What’s all the buzz? Come learn about beekeeping with Regional Extension Agent, Olivia Fuller. Olivia will talk about attracting and caring for pollinators in your backyard.
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
Dynamic Education Adventures brings an exciting science show with eruptions, explosions, and entertainment! K-6th grade. Note: the program will be held in the Children’s Program Room in the event of rain.
The Oak Mountain State Fair is happening again in spring of 2024! The fair is a family-friendly event featuring rides, attractions, food, and more. There will be FREE parking daily, plus FREE attractions by The Sea Lion Splash and The Dominguez Circus with paid admission.
Join us for this hilarious one-act play, starring members of the Hoover Library Children’s Department! Adapted from the award-winning children’s books by Ross Burach. Free show for all ages.
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.
Come look at amazing LEGO creations from talented local architects. Bring your kids to add to our LEGO neighborhood, test out the seismic shake table, or join in on a scavenger hunt!
Tickets are now on sale for Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume in partnership with the Walt Disney Archives and presented by PNC. Comprised of 70 costumes spanning nearly half a century, this captivating show takes visitors on a journey into the enchanting worlds of Disney, highlighting the innovative ways some of […]
Stop by the Children’s Department any time Monday through Friday during Spring Break to play a supersized game with friends and family!
FUNBOX is at the Shops of Grand River for a limited time! FUNBOX is the world’s biggest bounce park at 25,000 square feet. The park features a mountain challenge, battle beam, gumball challenge, obstacle course, ninja wall, 23 foot slide, chill zone and more!
Stories, songs, games, letters, and more for children and their care givers.
Visit the baby animal petting zoo, take a picture with the Easter Bunny, make a craft and find a prize egg! This non-competitive, relaxed egg hunt is for children ages 6 and under. Hosted by the Library in the Forest.
We have something hopping onto Summit Boulevard! Create memorable moments with our Spring photo experience with live bunnies! Located next to Soma and Woodhouse Day Spa.
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+.
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
The Alabama State Fair will be at the Birmingham Race Course from March 29 to April 7 this year! There will be kiddie rides, concessions, a hypnotist, thrill shows and more! Get ready to create memories at the Alabama State Fair – you will be buzzing for days!
The Oak Mountain State Fair is happening again in spring of 2024! The fair is a family-friendly event featuring rides, attractions, food, and more. There will be FREE parking daily, plus FREE attractions by The Sea Lion Splash and The Dominguez Circus with paid admission.
The Birmingham Bulls take on the Macon Mayhem at the Pelham Civic Complex
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!
Southern Shootout is a softball tournament held annually here in Birmingham every Easter weekend. New South Softball League is the local organization here that hosts the tournament for teams from all over the country. New South Softball/Southern Shootout is affiliated with International Pride Softball which provides opportunity and access for the LGBTQ+ community to participate […]
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