Celebrate the Fourth of July at these 12 events happening around Birmingham.

The Fourth of July is underway! Get ready to show off that red, white and blue during these celebrations taking place in and around Birmingham.

3rd Annual “Red White and Brew”

Avondale Brewing Company. 201 41st St. S., Birmingham, AL 35222
Wednesday, July 3
4-10PM
$10 – Ages 13+; $5 – Ages 5-12
Tickets

Don those patriotic colors during the 3rd Annual Red, White and Brew Food Truck and Music Fest at Avondale Brewing Company. During this celebratory event, enjoy:

• Live music performances from Legal Limit, Bailey Ingle and the Lamont Landers Band
• Bham Food trucks
• Children’s activities (inflatables, face painting)

There will also be a great view of the fireworks flashing over Birmingham. 

Proceeds from the event benefit Birmingham City Schools.

Grand Reopening of Grand River Drive-In Theatre

Grand River Drive-In. 6200 Grand River Blvd E., Leeds, AL 35094
Wednesday, July 3
3PM
Movie/Event Ticket: movie, firework show and activities)–$15. Kids 5 under–FREE
Event Ticket: firework show and activities–$10. Kids 5 and under–FREE Tickets

The drive-in is back at the newly constructed Backyard at Grand River in Leeds and it’s re-opening just in time for the most patriotic day of the year.

On July 3, there will be a huge celebration filled with hours of entertainment. Check out:

• Live music from Rollin’ in the Hay
• Saw’s BBQ
• Food trucks
• Mini-golf
• Bounce house
• Waterslide
• Fireworks

There will also be movies starting at 9:45PM! Here’s the lineup:

Screen 1: Spider Man: Far From Home/Men In Black: International
Screen 2: Toy Story 4/Aladdin
Screen 3: Secret Life of Pets 2/A Dog’s Journey

Fire on the Water 2019

Oak Mountain State Park. 200 Terrace Dr., Pelham, AL 35124
Wednesday, July 3
7AM-7PM–Park Hours; 9PM–Fireworks Show
$15 per carload starting at 5PM (cash only)

On July 3, celebrate our nation’s independence and brave heroes during Fire on the Water at Oak Mountain State Park. 

All day long experience outdoor happiness at this exciting state park with activities like:

• Beach volleyball
• Basketball
• Fishing
• Treetop nature trail

Food trucks will be on site from 10AM-9PM, so bring your appetite. Grab a beer on the beach from 5-8PM. (Cash only. No outside alcohol allowed.)

At 9PM, hunker down for the annual fireworks show. Be sure to bring chairs or a blanket for viewing comfort.

Alabama Bicentennial Fireworks

Vulcan Park and Museum. 1701 Valley View Dr., Birmingham, AL 35209
Thursday, July 4
9PM
FREE

Where is the biggest, most extravagant fireworks show in Birmingham? At Vulcan Park and Museum during The Alabama Bicentennial Fireworks Show. Learn all the details here.

Independence Day 1776

American Village. 3727 Highway 119 S., Montevallo, AL 35115
Thursday, July 4
11AM
$5; Veterans, Active Military, Kids 4 and under–FREE

Independence Day 1776… see this historic date come to life this Fourth of July at American Village in Montevallo. 

• Witness the shot heard ‘round the world at the Concord Bridge
• Meet Ben Franklin, Patric Henry, Thomas Paine and other patriots of the past
• Take part in the Independence Day Ball

There will also be tons of food, fireworks and fun!

July 4th Festival 2019

Downtown Homewood. 18th St. S. and 29th Ave S.
Thursday, July 4
5PM
FREE to enter event; $10 wristband required to ride and play on attractions

For a four to remember, attend the July 4th Festival in downtown Homewood. Two blocks of 18th Street South and one block of 29th Ave South will be blocked off for this exciting fun-filled event. 

There will be:

• Music
• Interactive activities
• Inflatables
• Rides

Downtown Homewood is also one of the best locations in Birmingham to view the “Thunder on the Mountain” fireworks show happening at Vulcan Park. 

In Lux We Trust: July 4th Party

Zydeco. 2001 15th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Thursday, July 4
9PM
$10
Tickets

Where can you watch the annual Thunder on the Mountain Firework Show? Hit the patio at Zydeco!

After the show, you can stay for a night-long party of music and drink specials. 

UAB Summer Band Concert

Bartow Arena. 617 13th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Thursday, July 4
7-8:30PM
FREE

Get ready for that Star Spangled Banner tribute during the UAB Summer Band concert at Bartow arena. Chairs or a blanket are a must-bring for lounging during this outdoor concert.

For a few bucks, you can enter a raffle to guest conduct the Summer Band on Stars and Stripes Forever.

4th of July at the Zoo

The Birmingham Zoo. 2630 Cahaba Rd., Birmingham, AL 35223
Thursday, July 4
9AM-5PM

Love animals and the family-friendly atmosphere of the Birmingham Zoo? The Fourth of July is the perfect time for a visit. 

In honor of this heroic day, the Birmingham Zoo will also be giving admission to veterans as well as active and retired military and their dependents. Be sure to bring your military ID card, dependent ID card, driver’s license, etc. to get the deal.

4th of July Block Party at The Battery

The Battery. 2201 2nd Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Thursday, July 4
2-10PM

Looking for a Fourth of July filled with fun, brews and fireworks? You’ll find it all at The Battery Bham’s inaugural 4th of July Block Party. This event will be a blast for anyone and everyone looking to celebrate this special day. 

Here’s who will be participating in the event:

• True40 Fitness
• Magic City Nutrition
• Birmingham Pedal Tours
• Original BHam
• Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken

July 4th Pool Party

The Lab Bar and Kitchen. 20th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Thursday, July 4
4-8PM

Chill poolside during the July 4th Pool Party at The Lab Bar & Kitchen. There will be cocktails, live music and the perfect view of the Red Mountain fireworks show.

Trussville Freedom Celebration

Trussville Mall. 360 North Chalkville Rd., Trussville, AL
Thursday, July 4
5:30-9:30PM
FREE

Let freedom ring this Independence Day during the Trussville Freedom Celebration. Believe me when I say this annual event has everything you need to celebrate the Fourth of July. There will be:

1. Food trucks galore, including:

• Wasabi Juans
• Cheesin-Gourmet Grilled Cheese
• Eugene’s Hot Chicken
• City Bowls
• Kona Ice
• Bendy’s Cookies & Cream
• And more!

2. Inflatables and rides for kids of all ages. My daughter can never get enough of the bounce houses.

3. Live music from local talent. The band Act of Congress will also be there.

4. An amazing fireworks show that’s set to live music.

Be sure to bring chairs or a blanket to this event. You’ll need ’em!

Who else is having fun Fourth of July events? Let us know!