Birmingham Attractions and Museums

2020 Walking Tour of Birmingham’s downtown churches, September 26th

Check out the 2020 Walking Tour of Birmingham's downtown churches this Saturday, September 26th. These tours are sponsored by The Caring Foundation of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Spire, and Protective Life Corporation. Participants will get to learn … [Read more...] about 2020 Walking Tour of Birmingham’s downtown churches, September 26th

Tannehill Trade Days are back this weekend!

Tannehill Trade Days are back this weekend! Tannehill State Park, located at 12632 Confederate Parkway in McCalla, hosts Tannehill Trade Days on the third weekend of each month. Tannehill hosts vendors from all over the state and offers an outdoor shopping … [Read more...] about Tannehill Trade Days are back this weekend!

Birmingham Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale 2020 on Sept. 12

It's time for the Birmingham Botanical Gardens' Fall Plant Sale 2020 on Sept. 12. Shop at the annual Fall Plant Sale at the Gardens from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM this Saturday in support of Birmingham Botanical Gardens' outreach programs, education programs, and … [Read more...] about Birmingham Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Sale 2020 on Sept. 12

Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night

The Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night! Starting on August 24th, the films are coming at you in a whole new way. Check their website HERE for lists of tickets that are available daily. Hurry, they're selling out fast! Building off the success of … [Read more...] about Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night

Botanical Gardens Lunch and Learn webinar goes virtual

The next Birmingham Botanical Gardens Lunch and Learn webinar goes virtual on Wednesday, July 29th. The popular weekly series was on hiatus while the gardens were closed, but it's back. Tune in from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM to learn about his week's topic, Shade … [Read more...] about Botanical Gardens Lunch and Learn webinar goes virtual

Trivia Night with the Birmingham Zoo!

Hang out with friends on Tuesday, July 28th for ZOO TRIVIA NIGHT, hosted by the Birmingham Zoo! Starting at 7:00 PM, you can support the Birmingham Zoo, win prizes, and show off your knowledge of animal-related trivia. (Designed for ages 18 and older.) How … [Read more...] about Trivia Night with the Birmingham Zoo!

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute hosts live virtual event honoring Civil Rights icons

Although the candlelight vigil honoring Reverend Cordy Tindell Vivian and Congressman John Lewis had to be postponed due to inclement weather, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute will be going live with an event honoring them at 1:00 PM TODAY, Thursday, June 23. (Stay … [Read more...] about Birmingham Civil Rights Institute hosts live virtual event honoring Civil Rights icons

Changes to Pepper Place Farmers Market starting July 4th, 2020

Birmingham's beloved Pepper Place Farmers Market will update its shopping procedures starting on July 4th, 2020. Since April, Pepper Place has remained open as a Drive-Thru market only. This method required customers to order and pay on-line with various vendors … [Read more...] about Changes to Pepper Place Farmers Market starting July 4th, 2020

2020 Fireworks Show hosted by Vulcan Park is still happening!

With so many events being canceled this year, Birmingham residents may be questioning whether or not the 2020 fireworks show hosted by Vulcan Park is still happening. Good news! Thunder On the Mountain is on-go! This show, which is the largest in the state, is … [Read more...] about 2020 Fireworks Show hosted by Vulcan Park is still happening!

Birmingham Botanical Gardens reopens on Monday, June 15th

A long-awaited plan is in place to reopen the Birmingham Botanical Gardens to the public on Monday, June 15th. Keep reading to learn about changes being implemented for public safety. For the first fifteen days, June 15 through June 30, the Gardens will make a … [Read more...] about Birmingham Botanical Gardens reopens on Monday, June 15th

The Birmingham Zoo will partially reopen with precautions in place

The Birmingham Zoo will be opening soon! For the safety of zoo staff, visitors, and animals, there are significant changes to their daily operations. The Birmingham Zoo will partially reopen with precautions in place on June 8 for members only. It will open for … [Read more...] about The Birmingham Zoo will partially reopen with precautions in place

Discounts and safety guidelines announced as Alabama Adventure opens for the 2020 season

Alabama Adventure Amusement Park / Alabama Splash Adventure Water Park opened on May 30th with careful guidelines in place to make sure your family stays safe this summer. Keep reading to find out about discounts and safety guidelines announced as Alabama Adventure … [Read more...] about Discounts and safety guidelines announced as Alabama Adventure opens for the 2020 season

Visit the Birmingham Zoo Virtually!

You may not be able to visit the Birmingham Zoo in person, but don't let that stop you from seeing what they're up to! Go behind the scenes and get the inside scoop from the animals and staff with activities included for all ages when you visit the Birmingham Zoo … [Read more...] about Visit the Birmingham Zoo Virtually!