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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.

Explorer Concert: Peter & the Wolf with Birmingham Children’s Theatre (Grades K-3)

BJCC Theatre 1001 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, US

  Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Birmingham Children’s Theatre in the story of a young boy’s adventure with his grandfather and animal friends! Peter and the Wolf, a “symphonic tale for children” was written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936 to introduce young audiences to the instruments of the orchestra. This reimagined musical adventure is perfect for our youngest audiences, […]

The Future of Traditional Design

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Elizabeth Lawrence, Rudy Saunders, and Elizabeth Pyne Singer | Join us for The Future of Traditional Design. VERANDA Editor-in-Chief, Steele Marcoux will moderate a lively, interactive panel with interior designers and design experts Elizabeth Lawrence, Rudy Saunders, and Elizabeth Pyne Singer. Book signing to follow. […]

The Future of Traditional Design

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Elizabeth Lawrence, Rudy Saunders, and Elizabeth Pyne Singer | Join us for The Future of Traditional Design. VERANDA Editor-in-Chief, Steele Marcoux will moderate a lively, interactive panel with interior designers and design experts Elizabeth Lawrence, Rudy Saunders, and Elizabeth Pyne Singer. Book signing to follow. […]

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

Influence and Inspiration

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Barry Dixon, Mary McDonald, and Michelle Nussbaumer | Interior design tastemakers Barry Dixon, Mary McDonald, and Michelle Nussbaumer discuss “Influence and Inspiration” in a panel moderated by Margot Shaw, editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine. Book signing to follow. Sponsored by FLOWER. tickets Part of Antiques at […]

Influence and Inspiration

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Barry Dixon, Mary McDonald, and Michelle Nussbaumer | Interior design tastemakers Barry Dixon, Mary McDonald, and Michelle Nussbaumer discuss “Influence and Inspiration” in a panel moderated by Margot Shaw, editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine. Book signing to follow. Sponsored by FLOWER. tickets Part of Antiques at […]

VOICES & VERSES Fall Concert: STAIR Birmingham

Vestavia Hills High School 2235 Lime Rock Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL, United States

Program: The Fall Concert will be a beautiful expression of celebrating children and reading in response to the mission and vision of STAIR Birmingham. Lyrics and nursery rhymes set by John Rutter in his Five Childhood Lyrics include Monday’s Child, Sing a Song of Sixpence, and Windy Nights. The epic Lewis Carol in the classic […]

$15 – $25

Cutting Boards for Beginners 101

RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – WOODSHOP

Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5890264 Get introduced to the beautiful craft of woodworking by making your own cutting board. You will choose from a variety of designs composed of different native hardwoods, learn proper assembling, gluing, sanding and finishing techniques and will be taught how to correctly use thickness planer and orbital sander. After this […]

Shelby County Democrats Blues and Barbecue Fundraiser

Birmingham, AL Online Webinar, Birmingham, United States

Join us for a day of fantastic food and drink, live blues band, and a silent auction, all in support of local candidates working on behalf of all Alabamians. Located in the Greystone area of metropolitan Birmingham, the address will be printed on your ticket.

$60.00

Pop Up Skates Skate Rentals

City Walk Roller Rink is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Pop Up Skates, bringing you weekend skate rentals for even more fun on wheels! Every Saturday, join us from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Sundays, we’ll be rolling from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come experience the excitement and enjoy a […]

YO AMO IRONDALE Festival

Irondale City Hall 101 20th St S, Irondale, AL, United States

Show your love for Irondale on October 5. There will be food trucks, a mechanical bull, live music, dance performances, train rides, kids’ activities + more. BONUS: The first 300 guests will get free food!

Floral Workshop: Calvert Crary

| Calvert Crary is the Executive Director of FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles. After over a decade as a professional photographer, shooting mostly lifestyles and fashion, Calvert made the transition to floral entrepreneur in 2006. Having opened and successfully run three flower businesses in New York City simultaneously, he knows not only his way […]

Floral Workshop: Calvert Crary

| Calvert Crary is the Executive Director of FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles. After over a decade as a professional photographer, shooting mostly lifestyles and fashion, Calvert made the transition to floral entrepreneur in 2006. Having opened and successfully run three flower businesses in New York City simultaneously, he knows not only his way […]

Skate through the Decades – 70s

Roller Rink 33.520971, -86.816262, Birmingham, AL, United States

Get ready to groove and roll at “Skate Through the Decades” every Saturday in October from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM! Step into the 70s with DJ Se7en spinning all your favorite hits while you glide around in style at the roller rink. Pop-up Skates will be there to keep you rolling, and Naughty But […]

Isla-ween: The Halloween Bash That Gives Back

Saturn Birmingham 200 41st St S, Birmingham, AL, United States

SPOOKY SEASON IS COMING! 🎃 And with spooky season comes Isla-ween: The Halloween Bash That Gives Back, Be Brave for Isla’s fall fundraising event! Guests ages 21 and older are invited to enjoy a night out for a great cause on Saturday, October 5th at 6:00 p.m. at Saturn Birmingham. Isla-ween will feature live music […]

Isla-ween

Saturn Birmingham 200 41st St S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Be Brave for Isla presents the second annual Isla-ween: The Halloween Bash That Gives Back! Be Brave for Isla is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit providing financial assistance and emotional support for families after the loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child. Isla-ween is Be Brave for Isla’s fall fundraising event. The event is hosted at […]

Mason Music Foundation Hosts Free Family Movie Night This Fall

Woodlawn Theatre 5503 1st Ave North, Birmingham, United States

(Mason Music Fest)     Get ready for a series of evenings full of family fun and entertainment as the Mason Music Foundation presents its Free Family Movie Nights this fall! Join us for three delightful double features on the big screen at the historic Woodlawn Theatre in Birmingham. Mark your calendars for Sunday, September […]

Design, Style, and Influence

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Alexa Hampton | Grab a seat as Alexa Hampton shares her journey into design and the inspirations that shaped her iconic style. Alexa Hampton has been president of Mark Hampton, LLC, her iconic father’s interior design company, since 1998. She has been named one of […]

Design, Style, and Influence

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring Alexa Hampton | Grab a seat as Alexa Hampton shares her journey into design and the inspirations that shaped her iconic style. Alexa Hampton has been president of Mark Hampton, LLC, her iconic father’s interior design company, since 1998. She has been named one of […]

Shelby Humane Society to Host “Poochella” Fundraiser at Cahaba Brewing Company

Cahaba Brewing Co. 4500 5th Ave South, Birmingham, AL, United States

Shelby Humane Society and Cahaba Brewing Company are teaming up to present POOCHELLA on Sunday, October 6th from noon to 4 p.m. at Cahaba Brewing Company. This fun and family-friendly event will celebrate our community’s love of pets while raising crucial funds for the animals in our care. Poochella will be a day of festivities, […]

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

“L’Heureux Ménage (The Happy Household)” by Marguerite Gérard

Curious about works of art that aren’t always included on a BMA tour? Take a DeTour with us on select Sundays, where we’ll spend 30 minutes focusing on a work of art that is off the beaten path.  This Sunday, drop by and join BMA Teaching Fellow Jillian Woodruff as she facilitates a discussion on […]

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!

Designing a Home Together

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring James F. Carter, Richard Keith Langham, Ben Page | A once-in-a-lifetime conversation between three creative visionaries as they discuss their concepts when designing a home. Join James F. Carter, Richard Keith Langham, and Ben Page for Designing a Home Together, moderated by Executive Director and […]

Designing a Home Together

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Featuring James F. Carter, Richard Keith Langham, Ben Page | A once-in-a-lifetime conversation between three creative visionaries as they discuss their concepts when designing a home. Join James F. Carter, Richard Keith Langham, and Ben Page for Designing a Home Together, moderated by Executive Director and […]

Pictures in the Park!

Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road Birmingham, AL 35223 2401 Park Ln S, United States

Adoptive families in the Greater Birmingham area are invited to join the Children’s Aid Society of Alabama’s, Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections (APAC) on Sunday, October 6th, 2pm – 4pm at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens for FREE Professional Family Photos, Snacks & Fun Activities. Please RSVP to aambler@childrensaid.org by OCTOBER 2nd.

Free

Woodlawn Sunday Dinner

15 55th Pl N, Birmingham, AL 35212-2527, United States

Woodlawn Sunday Dinner: The Power of Place Join us for the Woodlawn Sunday Dinner, an evening celebrating community, connection, and the shared love that makes Woodlawn such a special place. Set against the backdrop of music, art, and incredible food, this annual gathering brings neighbors, friends, and supporters together to honor the strength of our […]

$115.00

“Follow the Yellow Brick Road” to City Walk

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to City Walk BHAM for an exciting Fall Festival on October 6, 2024, at City Walk Social from 2 to 6 pm! This family-friendly event will feature fun games, a candy station, and a variety of local vendors. Dress to impress for the Wizard of Oz Costume Contest or enter […]

Dog Daze Take 2: A Fun-Filled Afternoon for Families

Cahaba Elementary School Trussville 301 Parkway Dr, Trussville, Alabama, United States

Don’t miss Dog Daze at the Historic Trussville Mall, Sept. 16. (Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce) After a heavy day of rain during Trussville’s annual Dog Daze event on September 14, the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Dog Daze Take 2 on Sunday, October 6, from 2-6PM in front of Cahaba Elementary […]

Live Trivia

Sometimes it pays to be a know-it-all. Bring a team and win some green! Join us at the yellow block – City Walk Social on Sundays from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Pop Up Skates Skate Rentals

City Walk Roller Rink is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Pop Up Skates, bringing you weekend skate rentals for even more fun on wheels! Every Saturday, join us from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Sundays, we’ll be rolling from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come experience the excitement and enjoy a […]

Birmingham Legion FC vs North Carolina FC

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Birmingham Legion FC All-Star Enzo Martinez (Birmingham Legion FC) Birmingham Legion FC vs North Carolina FC Buy Tickets: https://stza.link/bKZDmR Check out the full calendar here: https://stanzacal.com/legionfc

Live Trivia

Sometimes it pays to be a know-it-all. Bring a team and win some green! Join us at the yellow block – City Walk Social on Sundays at 6:00 PM

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 […]

Clipped Up Mondays

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

Join us at the Skate Park for Clipped Up Mondays! CAMERAS WILL BE ROLLING – COME GET A CLIP!

Seat at the Table

Railroad Park 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL

  Join us for a night to remember as we enjoy Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q at a record-breaking dinner table! We need everyone in the community to come out and support A Seat at the Table on Monday, October 7th at Railroad Park because we’re going to set the record for the “Biggest Table in Birmingham!” […]

A Seat at the Table

Railroad Park 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL

Join Urban Purpose for a night to remember at a record-breaking dinner table! This family-friendly community event, presented by Stewardly Advisors, aims to set the record for the “Biggest Table in Birmingham!” Your ticket gets you delicious Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q, live music, and fun for the whole family! Guests have the opportunity to cover the […]

$15

Birmingham Non-Profit to Host Record-Breaking Dinner for a Cause

Railroad Park 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL

Urban Purpose, a Christ-centered ministry serving Birmingham’s homeless and hurting population, invites the entire community to partake in a record-breaking dinner event, “A Seat at the Table” presented by Stewardly Advisors, on Monday, October 7th, at Railroad Park. The event aims to set the record for the “Biggest Table in Birmingham,” offering attendees a feast […]

Magic City Bootcamp

Legion Field 400 Graymont Avenue W, Birmingham, Alabama

The largest group fitness class in Alabama, Magic City Bootcamp is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00pm – 7:15pm at the historic Legion Field. This event is lead by Darnell Green with BeDriven Fit Factory and Birmingham Park and Recreation. Monday classes are only $10 and Wednesdays are FREE. This fun-filled event has amazing coaches […]

Turn a Wooden Pen

RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – WOODSHOP

Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5890292 Learn the beautiful craft of pen-turning In this introductory course to wood turning, you’ll be shown how to turn a beautiful wooden pen on the lathe. Over a couple of hours, you’ll produce a gorgeous piece that is a perfect present for a dear one (or for yourself!) and learn […]

Trivia Mondays at The Pizitz

Unleash your inner trivia master at The Pizitz Food Hall with North Alabama Trivia. Join us every Monday for a thrilling night of brain-teasing fun from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Gather your friends, fuel up on delicious eats, and get ready to put your knowledge to the test!

Free

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 […]

Musical Garden Storytime

#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Musician and Children’s Librarian Alyssa Jewell, a.k.a. The La La Librarian, will lead this interactive playgroup for young children and the caregivers who love them—combining music and movement with storytelling centered on nature. Following the program, we invite you to let your little ones explore […]

Musical Garden Storytime

#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Musician and Children’s Librarian Alyssa Jewell, a.k.a. The La La Librarian, will lead this interactive playgroup for young children and the caregivers who love them—combining music and movement with storytelling centered on nature. Following the program, we invite you to let your little ones explore […]

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 […]

Ten Birds That Changed the World

Join us for our “Thyme to Read” book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Ten Birds That Changed the World

Join us for our “Thyme to Read” book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

After School Skate

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

GROUP LESSON WITH SKATEPARK STAFF FOR ALL!

Yoga at The Pizitz

Laura Gadilhe DeCastra leads us in an in-person yoga flow** All levels welcome! Grab a free ticket. Bring your own mat and water. Class meets in The Gallery, located across from Ono Poke.

Free

FREE Adoption Prep. Courses in Birmingham

FREE Adoption Prep. Courses begin in Birmingham, AL on September 10th! During the Trauma Informed Parenting Strategies (TIPS) training, you will join a class of 6 to 15 families, forming a support system that often extends well beyond the program. The classes are co-led by a social work trainer and an adoptive parent, allowing participants […]

Free

Nature Trivia Night

Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey.  Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!

Nature Trivia Night

Test your knowledge of Alabama’s flora and fauna with naturalist Henry Hershey.  Enjoy complimentary drinks and compete for a chance to win a captivating prize!

Join Voices of the South Men’s acapella / barbershop chorus

Come sing with us! Voices of the South is a men’s singing chorus located in Birmingham, AL. We are the Central Alabama Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We claim a deep heritage of talented men and chapter accomplishments as we draw men from across central Alabama to the joy of good singing and the […]

Free

Try to be Funny Tuesdays

Grey Bar 280 5426 Highway 280, Birmingham, AL, United States

Weekly open mic hosted by local comedians Cole Nalls and A.J. O’Leary. You can find us at Grey Bar 280 every Tuesday at 7:30 telling jokes and introducing our fellow comedians trying their darnedest to make you laugh. Come out if you want to grab a drink and laugh, and if you’re feeling brave you […]

Free