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.
Enjoy big-time family fun at Monster Jam®, where the world’s best drivers and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. Witness massive stunts, big-air, backflips and fierce head-to-head battles for the Event Championship. You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching the world’s most popular trucks […]
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great […]
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 […]
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.
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great […]
Join the City of Birmingham for the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Railroad Park. There will be music, food trucks, face painting and of course the Easter Bunny himself!
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
Join Amazing Grace Church for an egg hunt, snacks and more!
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great […]
Stop by the Children’s Department any time Monday through Friday during Spring Break to play a supersized game with friends and family!
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
Bling out your water bottle. Bring your own or use one from the library! Registration is required. *Registration will open on March 4* K-6th grade.
Young artists in grades 4-5 work in a variety of mediums such as paint, clay, charcoal, and ink. They will practice and expand on their skills in drawing, color theory, art history, studio maintenance and how to formally evaluate their own artwork and the artwork of others. All skill levels are welcome. Through our scholarship […]
Each class will cover one of a variety of different mediums and subjects. Projects balance development of academic rendering skill with fun crafting. In addition to sketching practice, we use mediums such as pastels, acrylic paint, watercolor, pencil drawing, oil pastels, clay, collage, scratch board, and found object constructions. We try not to repeat projects […]
Spring is here! Sister Bear is awake, energized, and ready to explore but first we need to wake up Brother Bear. Through counting, rhyme, movement, and song young theatre makers will explore the different seasons of the year. Join these beary lovable siblings as they embark on an adventure with melting waterfalls, twinkling stars, and […]
Join us for a fun and energetic storytime with catchy songs, games, language development, and fun crafts.
Weekly story time with stories and crafts
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!
The Science Lady will have a special back-to-back science show perfect for those staycation-ing during Spring Break!
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: […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
Dynamic Education Adventures brings an array of interesting animals for you to see and touch. K-6th grade.
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 2-3 explore a variety of artistic mediums, practice creative thinking and problem solving, develop new tools for self-expression, and, most importantly, have fun making art! Our teaching artist will guide young artists through projects tailored to their age and skill levels to help them develop as artists and build important creative […]
Tuesday Night Trails is for everyone! All ages and skill levels are welcome, and it is free and open to the public. We have multiple pace groups with leaders and sweepers, so no one is left behind. We want you to go at the pace that you need, and we are here to support you […]
Spring is here! Sister Bear is awake, energized, and ready to explore but first we need to wake up Brother Bear. Through counting, rhyme, movement, and song young theatre makers will explore the different seasons of the year. Join these beary lovable siblings as they embark on an adventure with melting waterfalls, twinkling stars, and […]
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!
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.
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: […]
There will be a friendship bracelet canvas painting and donut decorating!
There will be a friendship bracelet canvas painting and donut decorating!
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at the Riverchase Galleria!
Weave a basket to keep your treasures in or use it for Easter eggs! Registration is required. *Registration will open on March 4* K-6th grade.
The Science Lady will have a special back-to-back science show perfect for those staycation-ing during Spring Break!
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.
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