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.
Where: True Story Brewing, 5510 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35212 When: Doors at 7PM, music at 8PM Tickets: $10 at the door
Day of the Dead Festival Via- Día de los Muertos facebook What: Experience an all-new + wholly unique collaboration by Virginia Samford Theatre’s Executive Director, Philip Mann. This celebration of life and death will pair the music of The Grateful Dead and traditional Day of the Dead remembrances. When: Friday, Nov. 1 | 7:30PM Cost: […]
Where: TrimTab Brewing, 2721 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 When: Doors at 7:30, music at 8PM Tickets: $16 at the door
Where: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 When: Music starts at MIDNIGHT Tickets: $5 in advance or at the door
Join us at Protective Stadium on November 2, 2024 for the 8th annual UAB Champions for Our Children game on Homecoming Weekend! Each UAB player represents the name of a seriously ill child served by Children’s Harbor on his jersey.
Bring your children to explore nature, smart living, and art + design at Alabama's premier fall festival! The Moss Rock Festival offers a fun-filled outdoor experience for the whole family.
Where: The Nick, 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 When: Music starts at MIDNIGHT Tickets: $5 in advance or at the door
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!
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.
Join BirthWell Partners for a special screening of In Due Season, a moving documentary showcasing the challenges Black and Brown mothers face in maternal care without Medicaid expansion.
Join us for Birmingham Vegan Fest Fall 2024. Our festival is growing even larger than last spring. This FREE event is open to everyone, 11am-5pm, Sunday, November 3rd, at Cahaba Brewing Co. We will showcase the booming local vegan scene, so there will be a heavy emphasis on local food trucks, popups, and other vegan-friendly […]
Join us 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for a food truck extravaganza plus lots of activities, including… Games, bounce house, the J Camp experience (summer camp for kids), ginormous inflatable in the indoor pool, door prizes, unbeatable line-up of fitness classes, special discounts and swag for new members, and more!
Women Who Lead! Come join us for an empowering event celebrating women who are leading the way by serving in public office! Did you know that on average, only about 30% of elected officials at the local, state, and federal level, are held by women? See https://cawp.rutgers.edu/facts/current-numbers/women-elective-office-2024 Geared for girls in middle and high school, […]
This four week course lays out the foundational practices of seeing/drawing in order to equip the student with tools to have the confidence to explore observational drawing. This class is taught by David West, an artist and teacher living in Birmingham, Alabama. West has nearly twenty years of art teaching experience, with a specific focus […]
Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5890293 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 […]
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!
Where: The Firehouse, 412 41st St S, Birmingham, AL 35222 When: Doors at 7PM, show at 7:30PM Tickets: $10 at the door (no one turned away for lack of funds)
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 […]
This will be a private meeting for our shop Owners where they will get updates on what’s trending and to talk about ideas and brainstorm how to keep growing as a business. The store will be open regular business hours.
The Live HealthSmart Mobile Market is filled with fresh produce and a selection of pantry staples, proteins, and dairy. Our grocery store-on-wheels has everything you need to cook (and eat) nutritious food at an affordable price. Learn More
The Most Prestigious Recognition of Civic Pride, Leadership and Progress in the Seven-County Birmingham Region Award Name: The Vulcans Community Awards Purpose: To recognize and celebrate citizens who embody the spirit of civic pride, leadership, and progress, akin to the symbolism of Vulcan, over its 120-year history. And to honor dedicated, long term Community Champions […]
Our fun, funky hip-hop dance workout is designed to give you a power-packed, full-body workout while you turn up to energizing beats, laughter, and dance. You’ll be drawn into a sweat-filled explosion of fun. Our classes are perfect for all levels, and you won’t even realize you’re working out! Come thru and get CRUNK! Visit […]
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 […]
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Chris Confessore join Dr. Susie Sonata in this engaging, full STEAM ahead Great Orchestra Experiment! This interactive concert is sure to engage all the senses as students experience the orchestra through the lens of science, technology, engineering, and math! Commissioned by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and written by […]
Thursday, February 1, 2024 1:45 – 4:45 PM $50, some supplies provided Are you interested in Madison Faile’s Thursday Abstract Acrylic painting class, but you’re not ready to commit to a month-long class? Learn techniques to create enticing works of art with confidence. Explore how to intentionally use colors and values, how to create emotion-evoking […]
Join us for the BMA’s annual Chenoweth Lecture to celebrate the launch of the landmark Hayward Oubre: Structural Integrity exhibition and catalogue.
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
For generations of families in Birmingham, the official holiday kick off to Christmas merriment is a visit to the Christmas Village Festival. The popular consumer shopping event returns to The BJCC November 6-10, 2024, with more than 700 local, regional and national vendors showcasing unique holiday items. Now in its 43rd year, this year’s “Sweet Christmas” […]
***Come celebrate our 18th Annual Veterans Day Salute! Join us as we honor and celebrate our veterans. This in-person event will feature live music by local artist Cashmere Williams, delicious food, a guest speaker, and a special tribute to those who have served our country well! This will be an evening to remember! For more […]
Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5852234 Cozy up this fall at Red Mountain Makers! Learn to crochet while you make your own custom cup cozy! Welcome to our crochet class for beginners! Join us at Red Mountain Makers for a fun and relaxing time learning the basics of crochet. Whether you’re a complete newbie or just […]
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!
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.
Charnita’s World presents Let’s Talk, Let’s Link Up! Join us at H.E Studios for a GREEN CARPET experience like no other! This is the event for professionals and entreprenuers to come together and network, learn, and have a great time! Join Charnita’s World, as we celebrate leaders in the city and connect with like-minded individuals. […]
Market at Pepper Place will welcome the Great Southern Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America, for its first-ever Antique Car Show in downtown Birmingham. The show will take place from 8am-Noon, during the popular Saturday farmers market, in the Martin Biscuit parking lot, on 3rd Ave South and 29th Street, near Jeni’s […]
(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 […]
For generations of families in Birmingham, the official holiday kick off to Christmas merriment is a visit to the Christmas Village Festival. The popular consumer shopping event returns to The BJCC November 6-10, 2024, with more than 700 local, regional and national vendors showcasing unique holiday items. Now in its 43rd year, this year’s “Sweet Christmas” […]
Ready to move closer to the writing life you want? Paris Avenue Writers’ Group provides tools to help you set and attain your creative goals. The group is facilitated by Tania De’Shawn. This group will begin meeting on Sunday, January 14, 2024 from 3-5 p.m. CT and meet every month during 2024. You are welcome […]
Legendary Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new […]
This four week course lays out the foundational practices of seeing/drawing in order to equip the student with tools to have the confidence to explore observational drawing. This class is taught by David West, an artist and teacher living in Birmingham, Alabama. West has nearly twenty years of art teaching experience, with a specific focus […]
Logan’s Roadhouse is showing gratitude for America’s heroes this Veterans Day. On Monday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Logan’s is offering a FREE meal to all veterans and active-duty military personnel.* Logan’s Roadhouse is serving up a special selection of fan-favorite dishes for Veterans Day! Guests can enjoy a choice of entrées, […]
Join us for the 77th National Veterans Day Parade, live and in person, along the streets of downtown Birmingham! The parade begins at 1:00pm, rain or shine!
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!
Calling all caregivers, family planners, and those dedicated to securing their family’s future! Join us for the “Caring Through the Lens of Love, Health, and Wealth Summit”—a transformative event designed to empower you with the knowledge and resources to make smarter, strategic decisions for your loved ones. 📅 Date: November 12th, 2024 🕒 Time: 8:30 […]
Time & Location Nov 12, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Pathways, 409 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA About the Event Sign up to help YP serve meals and sort donations for Pathways women and children shelter on Tuesday, November 12th from 5:30-7:30pm. YP tshirts will be given to participants. […]
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 […]
Unwind with an evening of live music after hours at the BMA featuring the talents of Alabama native, Elnora Spencer.
Place The starting line for our race will be on 1st Avenue South between Regions Field and Railroad Park. The after party will be at Good People Brewing Company, just a few steps away from the start/finish line of the race. Description Saturday, December 14, 2024, 8am Race fee: $40 for pre-registration | $45 for […]
Join Leslie & Steve with The Wooden Anchor for another fabulous class in the Grand River Pickers Classroom! Paint 7 pieces and a star for the stable to make a beautiful nativity for just $30. Your pieces will be drawn out for you to paint. Please bring something to carry your pieces home in. Sorry […]
Charity Bourbon and Spirits Tasting. Secret Location to be given to those that RSVP. Early Bird Tickets through 11/01 – $90/person, $175/couple Tickets include tastings, history of Clyde May’s label, signature drinks, lite bites, and live music. Must be 21 years old to attend.
Meet Ziggy and Miles, Australia’s trailblazing guitarist brothers, making waves on the international stage. Winners of the 2023 YCA (Young Concert Artists) Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, the brothers have become the first guitar duo and second guitarists to receive this prestigious award in the organization’s 63-year history. Their latest album, Sidekick, crowned one of WQXR’s […]
Click here to register: https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-5848031 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 […]
#image-595 + picture img { --focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Try your hand at naturalistic flower arranging with local landscape and floral designer Zachary Westall as your guide. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn how to select seasonal plant materials and properly clip from a plant without damaging it or the environment. Then experiment […]
#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Try your hand at naturalistic flower arranging with local landscape and floral designer Zachary Westall as your guide. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn how to select seasonal plant materials and properly clip from a plant without damaging it or the environment. Then experiment […]
Join us each week with your preschooler for a story followed by a nature activity at the Gardens!
Let’s celebrate this Holiday season together! Join Barbara with BCross Creations in the Grand River Pickers Classroom to learn how to make an adorable heirloom Christmas Nativity Holy Family. All material included | Class cost $20 Registration deadline is Nov. 13 Facebook event for details is linked below Or contact Barbara at 205-383-5085
Discover the season’s hottest toys, snap a photo with Santa, create your Christmas wishlist, and enjoy a free gift with a $100 purchase! A fun-filled holiday experience awaits for the whole family.
Follow the yellow brick road to McWane Science Center for The Road to Oz! This magical event celebrates all things Wizard of Oz with themed science programming, exciting special guests from the community, and two showings of the remastered classic The Wizard of Oz in our IMAX theater.
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!
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.
Bring any plants or seeds to this all ages Autumn Plant & Seed Swap on November 17 at the Homewood Public Library.
This four week course lays out the foundational practices of seeing/drawing in order to equip the student with tools to have the confidence to explore observational drawing. This class is taught by David West, an artist and teacher living in Birmingham, Alabama. West has nearly twenty years of art teaching experience, with a specific focus […]
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 […]
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
Market Noel is a great way to get + give all at the same time. Give back to the community, and get your holiday shopping started early for once! Photo submitted Shop the Magic. Support the mission-based work of the Junior League of Birmingham through Market Noel. Market Noel General Shopping Hours: Thursday, November […]
Enjoy a magical show full of music, laughter, and heart as local youth bring Matilda’s story to life.
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
Get carried away and watch your Birmingham Zoo come alive with larger-than-life wild animal creations lighting up the night!
Lights of Noel features synchronized lights set to holiday music, creating a magical atmosphere for all ages.
Magic of Lights offers a spectacular drive-through Christmas lights experience, featuring enchanting holiday scenes and beloved characters brought to life with vibrant LED technology and digital animations.
Market Noel is a great way to get + give all at the same time. Give back to the community, and get your holiday shopping started early for once! Photo submitted Shop the Magic. Support the mission-based work of the Junior League of Birmingham through Market Noel. Market Noel General Shopping Hours: Thursday, November […]
Enjoy a magical show full of music, laughter, and heart as local youth bring Matilda’s story to life.
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
Calling all Crafters, Makers, Artists, Bakers, and Boutique Business Owners! Vendor registration for our inaugural City of Irondale Arts & Crafts Bazaar is now open. Apply: www.tinyurl.com/IrondaleArts24 Best of all, the event is FREE for both vendors and shoppers! EVENT SCHEDULE: Friday, November 22, 2024 Vendor Set-Up 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday, November 23, […]
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.
Market Noel is a great way to get + give all at the same time. Give back to the community, and get your holiday shopping started early for once! Photo submitted Shop the Magic. Support the mission-based work of the Junior League of Birmingham through Market Noel. Market Noel General Shopping Hours: Thursday, November […]
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
Enjoy a magical show full of music, laughter, and heart as local youth bring Matilda’s story to life.
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly […]
Capture the holiday spirit with a festive photo session featuring your favorite mascot! Enjoy the seasonal fun and treat yourself to a cozy hot cocoa bar, creating memories that will warm your heart all winter long.
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 […]
Perfect for young Disney fans, Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play show brings beloved characters like Mickey, Minnie, and their friends from popular Disney Junior shows to life on stage.
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.
Join Missie with LadySmith Creative Creations in the Grand River Pickers Classroom learning to make your own ornaments for a unique Christmas tree this year. All materials are supplied, so grab a friend and come get creative! Class details and registration information at the Facebook event link below Or contact LadySmith at 205-566-8126
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