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.
Come Roll in the new year and watch the ball drop on any of our 8 156-inch projector screens!! – 10pm – 1am New Year’s Eve Package. Check-in begins at 9:30pm Package includes (for up to 6 people): 1 Lane for 3 Hours of Cosmic Bowling Shoe Rental 1 Pizza & 1 Pitcher of Soda […]
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!
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!
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds Individual registration required
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.
Join us for a fun and energetic storytime with catchy songs, games, language development, and fun crafts.
Join us for our “Thyme to Read” book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
A monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Featured Book: Chinese Menu: the History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods by Grace Lin
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 […]
A free family storytime for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with a caregiver present.
Dance & play in this interactive movement storytime! Designed for children 4 and under.
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 […]
For all ages but will be catered for kids 4 & up.
Make a no-sew hat and scarf to keep! Plus enjoy snacks and friends. All supplies provided.
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 […]
Story time for ages 2 and under
Join Ms Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time and lots of fun!
Join fellow littles for social play with tents, ball pit, ride-ons & more.
Story time for ages 3 and up
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 […]
Join Ms Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time and lots of fun!
Preschool Storytime with stories, songs, and lots of fun for everyone; groups welcome! 24-hour advance registration appreciated.
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.
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 […]
Stories and songs for the whole family. PJs encouraged!
Wear your favorite PJs as you join Ms. Ashley for fun and stories along with a craft and a snack.
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.
A story program ideal for 19-36 months and a caregiver. Stories, songs, and bubbles make up a lively 30-minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Siblings welcome!
A morning of movement and music infused with school readiness skills. Ages 4 & 5 Individual registration required
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