The Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix races back into Barber Motorsports Park April 26-28. This weekend is fun for the whole family with a kid zone for the little ones, a fan zone for everyone, and various activations throughout the park, such as the Car Corral and the INDY 5K presented by BlueCross 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 […]

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!

Cahaba Heights goes country at the “Heights Hangout” on April 28, 2024, where we’ll chill, connect, and have a blast together! Heights Hangout is a Beautification Fundraiser by the Cahaba Heights Merchants Association. Free Entry for children 10 & under. Featuring a Kids Zone, Food, Drinks, PopUp Shops & Local Vendors. This event is made […]

Following the sold-out successes Derek Live: The Tour, and of Move Live on Tour and Move – Beyond – Live on Tour, including multiple sellouts at prestigious venues such as Radio City Music Hall, DEREK HOUGH returns with a monumental experience for 2024 – DEREK HOUGH SYMPHONY OF DANCE. From the EMMY® award winning mind […]

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!

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for a fun and energetic storytime with catchy songs, games, language development, and fun crafts.

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!

Grow your green thumb by joining Tracy Britnell of Just Dig It Farms as she shares the fascinating history, essential elements, and practical techniques for creating a kitchen garden.

Story time every Tuesday and Thursday.

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 […]

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]

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 […]

Bring your babies and preschoolers (ages 0-5) and join us for Mommy & Me Music, every Wednesday at 10:30 am at Shades Mountain Baptist Church in the Conference Center. No registration required. Email Rebecca Reeves (rreeves@shades.org) for more information.

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!

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 […]

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]

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 […]

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!

Story time every Tuesday and Thursday.

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]

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

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

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 […]

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.

UniverSoul Circus is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music. Our show is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other circus. UniverSoul Circus embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of urban pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers that […]

Support local, and shop our Thursday Mini Pop-Up Market each week featuring a rotating cast of local creators and cultivators. We’ll have a new vendor every week!

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]

The Farmers Market at Pepper Place filled with farmers, crafters, food producers.

Dixie Vintage Antique Automobile Club 1st Saturday Cruise In at Hoover Tactical, 7:00 AM until 12, the first Saturday of each month. Upon arrival at the cruise-in please park in spaces closest to Hwy 31 between Hoover Tactical and O’Reilly Auto parts. The other side of the parking lot is reserved for Hoover Tactical customers. […]

Kids workshops first Saturday of every month, while supplies last.

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 […]

Get ready for a May the Fourth celebration that’s out of this world! Come in costume and take part in themed programming. There will be members of the Alabama Garrison of the 501st Legion (@al501st) in attendance, a droid challenge, special laser sword presentation in Rushton theater, and more! Programming is included with admission and […]

Join Girls Inc. of Central Alabama for the annual Play Like A Girl event, an Adult Field Day Competition, benefiting Girls Inc. of Central Alabama. Play Like A Girl is a throwback to grade school, built with adults in mind. We’ve got classic events like tug of war and relay races- plus some crazy new […]

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!

The Birmingham Folk Festival Is a free, family-friendly, outdoor festival coming to Avondale Park on 5/4/2024.

UniverSoul Circus is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music. Our show is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other circus. UniverSoul Circus embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of urban pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers that […]

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]

UniverSoul Circus is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music. Our show is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other circus. UniverSoul Circus embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of urban pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers that […]

UniverSoul Circus is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music. Our show is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other circus. UniverSoul Circus embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of urban pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers that […]

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall […]