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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.

Brittle Bones Wednesdays

City Walk Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United States

BEGINNER FRIENDLY SKATEBOARD SESSION

Wednesday Night Hop with Steel City Swing

Levite Jewish Community Center 3960 Montclair Road, Birmingham, United States

Grab 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

Space One Eleven Summer Art Camps

Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United States

Space 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 […]

Japanese Pruning Techniques

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Japanese Pruning Techniques Japanese Gardening Series | Learn about the Japanese art of pruning and karikomi, the technique of shearing back shrubs that is a distinctive element of Japanese gardens. Horticulturist Julia Adams directs this hands-on workshop on proper pruning techniques for maples and shrubs in […]

Japanese Pruning Techniques

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Japanese Pruning Techniques Japanese Gardening Series | Learn about the Japanese art of pruning and karikomi, the technique of shearing back shrubs that is a distinctive element of Japanese gardens. Horticulturist Julia Adams directs this hands-on workshop on proper pruning techniques for maples and shrubs in […]

Caramelized Prime Rib Thursday Dinner at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

We’ve done it again… Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, famous for our beloved Pork Chop Fridays, is thrilled to unveil our latest weekly culinary delight: the 16 oz. Caramelized Prime Rib Thursday Dinner! Savor a reimagined classic as our pecan-wood-fired prime rib is expertly crusted and caramelized to your preference—whether you like it medium-rare or well-done. […]

YWCA Candlelight Vigil

Go Purple Day: Candlelight Vigil, 2200 9th Ave N (Purple Block Labyrinth) from 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Textured Wooden Christmas Trees class

Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United States

Join Leslie with The Wooden Anchor in the Grand River Pickers classroom for this fantastic holiday decor class. You will create 3 trees (1 big- approx.14” tall and 2 small- approx. 10” tall) with texture and glitter for $30. Payment reserves your spot. Space is limited, so sign up soon! No refunds or exchanges without […]

$30.00

Paws and Pints Pet Costume Contest at Trimtab Brewing

TrimTab Brewing Company 2721 5th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United States

Get ready for a paws-itively fantastic time at our Paws and Pints Pet Costume Contest hosted at Trimtab Brewing! This unique event combines the best of both worlds—delicious craft beer for the humans and adorable pet costumes for everyone to enjoy! PLUS, it all goes to a great cause! Registration fees and a portion of […]

$25

Girls Night Out With a Hogwarts Twist

University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United States

Get ready for a magical evening at University Pickers as we host a Girls’ Night Out with a Harry Potter theme—our enchanting “House Cup Celebration”! Don your house colors or come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character for a chance to win the coveted Best Costume swag bag. But that’s not all! Test your […]

Barktoberfest 2024

Hand in Paw. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now) October 17, 2024 6-9 pm   Barktoberfest is back! Join us on Thursday, October 17, from 6–9 pm at Cahaba Brewing Company for a spirited pet costume contest, a stein hoist competition, and an Oktoberfest-themed photo booth while you enjoy craft beer and shop with dozens of […]

Haute Pink benefiting Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center

Red Mountain Theatre 1600 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama

Haute Pink is one of Forge BCSC’s most fun events every year. (Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center) What: Be inspired! This event features 10 breast cancer survivors who will walk a runway modeling fashion created just for them by Birmingham fashion designers. Proceeds benefit Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center. When: Thursday, October 17 | 6:30-8PM […]

$100

BMX Night

Skate Park 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, United States

A NIGHT DEDICATED TO OUR TWO WHEELED FRIENDS

The Wilson Springs Hotel w/ Conrad Moore

Avondale Brewing Company 201 41st St S, Birmingham, AL, us

Homegrown in the rich music scene of Virginia, The Wilson Springs Hotel is a band brought together under a genreless flag; A folk band committed to rock and roll, and a rock band committed to classic country. After forming in 2021, Jacob Ritter (guitar/songwriter/lead vocals), Victor McManus (lead guitar), Brendan Boylan (fiddle), Sebastien Richard (drums) […]

$10 – $15

Space One Eleven Summer Art Camps

Space One Eleven Arts Center 2409 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United States

Space 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 […]

Opera Birmingham Presents: Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid – An Enchanting Operatic Adventure for All Ages

Opera Birmingham Birmingham

Opera Birmingham is thrilled to announce an enchanting operatic performance for the entire family, Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid.  Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, with music by Antonín Dvořák, this magical tale will transport you on a sweet journey of searching. Themes of the qualities of love, courage and forgiveness are at play […]

Storytime at the Gardens

Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!

Storytime at the Gardens

Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!

Beekeeping Basics

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Did you know that bee behavior varies greatly across climates? For instance, the busyforaging season for bees will be much longer in the warmer South than it will be in theNorth. In this introductory class, Jeff Lisenby of the Jefferson County Beekeepers Association will discuss […]

You Blew It! 1 Hour Glassblowing Sessions

RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – FORGE AREA

Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5903799 Spend an hour long session with hot glass artist Garrett Pesta of whimsieshotglass to make as much glass art together as you can. From color pickup to shaping and blowing, what comes out is truly your work of art. Items include bowls, vases, flowers, ornaments, etc. No experience required! Hour […]

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

Intermediate Welding: Introduction to TIG welding

RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – 810 4TH AVE N Birmingham, AL, United States

Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5848026 TIG welding is most commonly used to weld thin sections of stainless steel and non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys. The process grants the operator greater control over the weld than competing processes such as MIG welding, allowing for stronger, higher quality welds. Students will have the […]

The Rocky Horror Masquerade Ball 2024

Avondale Brewery 201 41st Street South, Birmingham

  Don’t miss Birmingham’s most extravagant halloween event – The Rocky Horror Masquerade Ball Friday. October 18 @Avondale Brewery!   Don’t miss Birmingham’s most extravagant Halloween Party – The Rocky Horror Masquerade Ball – Friday, OcTOBER 18 at Avondale Brewery! CA$H costume contest: First place prize is $400 + two tickets to see Leon Bridges […]

Introduction to Welding (MIG)

RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – WELDING AREA

Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5848013 Develop fundamental skills in joining metal objects under the instruction of Stephen Charles, a former Welding Engineer and owner of Metalcraft Creative. This is an introductory class with no prior experience necessary. It includes a crash course in the MIG welding process, metal cutting, grinding, as well as the basics […]

Back to the ’80s

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

  The ASO takes you to the neon-lit era of leg warmers and hair spray. Back to the ’80s! The ASO brings to life classic hits that defined a generation with artists like Elton John, Madonna, Billy Joel, Steve Winwood, Cyndi Lauper, and much more. This show will have you singing along like you’re with […]

Magic City Fashion Week: Birmingham Season V

Events at Haven 2515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us for the highly anticipated Season V of Magic City Fashion Week, where we celebrate innovation, CREATIVITY, and the next generation of emerging design talent. This year’s event spans three exhilarating days of fashion shows, exclusive events, and immersive experiences, showcasing the best of regional and national designers. As we welcome our new class […]

Dance Yrself Clean: An Indie Dance Party with tix to see Billie Eilish in Atlanta.

Saturn, 200 41st Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35222 2 41st Pl N, United States

Friday, October 18th! 107.3’s Essential Indie is coming to Saturn and they want you to Dance Yrself Clean! Playing all your favs from the 2000s, they’ve got the tunes that will get you moving for this dance party. � Doors Open at 8pm! Tickets available NOW at saturnbirmingham.com � Come out for a chance to […]

$7

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 States

Strawberries from the Market at Pepper Place.(Market at Pepper Place)   Support local during this beloved farmers market in Birmingham. 7AM-Noon. Free admission. Details.

The Classic FunRun Presented by American Diabetes Association

CityWalk Bham Between 15th North and 25th North streets , Birmingham, AL, United States, Alabama

The American Diabetes Association, in association with the 83rd McDonald’s Magic City Classic Presented by Coca-Cola, is hosting an Inaugural 2 Mile Walk / Run on Saturday, October 19th at 8 am along Birmingham’s City Walk path. The 2 Mile Walk/Run is open to everyone of all abilities and is the first Official Event of […]

$25

Kid One Transport’s Trick or Trot 5k

Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham 3201 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL, us

Join us on October 19th at Back Forty Brewing Company for the family-friendly Trick or Trot 5K! This fun run includes a costume contest and benefits Kid One Transport, providing transportation for Alabama’s vulnerable children and expectant mothers to access essential healthcare. Grab your team and sign up today! Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Birmingham/KidOne Time: 8:00 AM Location: […]

$30

Kid One Transport’s Trick or Trot 5k

Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham 3201 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL, us

Kid One Transport’s annual Trick or Trot 5k is October 19th at Back Forty Brewing. This is a family friendly run complete with a costume contest.

$30

Sara Sells October Sale

Sara Sells

Sara Sells is a monthly warehouse event offering unbeatable prices on high-quality furniture ranging from sofas, dining tables, bedroom furniture, lighting, home decor, and more! The highlight? You can take your purchases home the same day of the sale! Sara Sells also provides options for alternate pickup days and local delivery. Join us in person […]

Free

Vocabby’s World

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

Beep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through song, movement and creativity. (Children Ages: 0-5 years) Vocabby’s World is a community vocabulary program in partnership with ArtPlay and sponsored by PNC Foundation. The adventures of Vocabby take pre-K children on travels around the […]

Free

Jefferson County’s Household Hazardous Waste Day

(Nathan Watson / Bham Now) What: Dispose of your household hazardous waste safely during this event residents of Jefferson County. When: Saturday, October 19 | 8-11:30AM Where: Camp Bessemer, 3295 King St, Bessemer, AL 35023 Camp Ketona, 121 County Shop Rd, Birmingham, AL 35217 Requirements: Must show proof of residency with a driver’s license or […]

El Mercado del Pueblo

University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw, Huntsville, AL, United States

You’re invited to Huntsville’s newest market! El Mercado del Pueblo is a nonprofit market created to celebrate the diverse Latin American cultures in Huntsville, AL. By offering our city a taste of our love for family, food, faith, music, and art, along with a variety of unique cultural products, we hope to demonstrate the vitality […]

Beautiful Barks

We are excited about our new partnership with Beautiful Barks Grooming! Bring your pets to get pampered at the Barkery at City Walk where they’ll enjoy exceptional grooming by one of Birmingham’s most popular groomers. We can’t wait to see your furry friends looking their best!

Oak Hill Fall History Tours

Oak Hill Cemetery 1120 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, United States

The Fall History Tours at Oak Hill are back, with a slight twist. This year, we will offer one tour per Saturday through the entire month of October. There will not be as many characters portrayed each time, but the experience will be more personalized and less rushed. Our most experienced docents will lead the […]

$20

Ceramic Hand-Building Class: Create Functional Pottery with Cheryl Lewis

Space One Eleven, 2409 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA 651 2nd Ave N, United States

Enjoy the satisfaction of making functional art by hand! In this 6-week ceramic hand-building class you will learn the fundamentals of creating functional ceramic pieces using high-fire ceramic clay and food-safe glazes. Perfect for beginners and open to all skill levels, this workshop will guide you through hand-building and surface decoration techniques to create pieces […]

$250.00

Homegrown Habitat – Birmingham Area Native Plant Group

Ruffner Mountain 1214 81st St S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Sign up for our email list here: https://forms.gle/Un8nTXjsSg7R4xev6 Homegrown Habitat (Birmingham Area Native Plant Club) is a group to raise awareness, tips, and support for growing native plants in the area. Our group (while not affiliated with the site) is using the ideas and resources based on Doug Tallamy’s books and information on his site […]

“The Creative Landscape” with David Nichols

Forstall Art Center 215 20th Street North, Birmingham, AL, United States

Saturday, October 19, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM $150, supplies needed Check out David Nichol’s website! Learn the most important factors for creating a successful painting. Experience the process of putting those factors to work. Let yourself be creative. We will examine the necessary elements of abstract landscape design and translate that to a […]

$150

Fused Glass Art Day at Grand River Pickers

Grand River Pickers 6200 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds, AL, United States

𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗱𝗮𝘆! 𝗞𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗼! We will have kits at the front counter to purchase. Each kit contains a pre-selected grouping of glass elements to design your own fused glass Christmas tree. […]

$20

Opera Birmingham Presents: Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid – An Enchanting Operatic Adventure for All Ages

Opera Birmingham Birmingham

Opera Birmingham is thrilled to announce an enchanting operatic performance for the entire family, Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid.  Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, with music by Antonín Dvořák, this magical tale will transport you on a sweet journey of searching. Themes of the qualities of love, courage and forgiveness are at play […]

Sweat Series with Grindhouse

Join us this summer for the ultimate sweat series in collaboration with GrindHouse! GrindHouse, known for its inclusive family atmosphere and top-notch training for everyone from everyday individuals to collegiate and pro athletes, is bringing their 45-minute HIIT class to The Gallery at The Pizitz!

Free

1st Annual Read & Sip

If you love books a good time and a nice glass of wine or favorite drink while reading a good book then this event is for you! Not only do you get to discover some new books that’s going to take you on quite the adventure but you get to meet the Author that wrote […]

$25 – $55

Opera Birmingham presents “Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid”

Avondale Park 4101 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, with music by Antonín Dvořák, this magical tale will transport you on a sweet journey of searching. Themes of love, courage and forgiveness are at play throughout the opera. With breathtaking melodies, this family opera will delight the young, and the young-at-heart. Come see if this daring […]

$8

Model Train Display

HO scale model train display, open on Saturday from 11 AM – 7 PM and Sunday 1 – 6 PM. Suite 378 Grand River Outlet Leeds, AL.

Free

Opera Birmingham Presents: Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid – An Enchanting Operatic Adventure for All Ages

Opera Birmingham Birmingham

Opera Birmingham is thrilled to announce an enchanting operatic performance for the entire family, Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid.  Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, with music by Antonín Dvořák, this magical tale will transport you on a sweet journey of searching. Themes of the qualities of love, courage and forgiveness are at play […]

Opera Birmingham presents “Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid”

Avondale Park 4101 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, with music by Antonín Dvořák, this magical tale will transport you on a sweet journey of searching. Themes of love, courage and forgiveness are at play throughout the opera. With breathtaking melodies, this family opera will delight the young, and the young-at-heart. Come see if this daring […]

$8
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