10+ January events in Birmingham, including DJ Snoopadelic at Iron City

Want to make your January a month to remember? Then check out these must-attend events taking place in Birmingham.

Uptown Street Fest and Pep Rally 

Start the new year with football fun on January 1 and 2. On January 1, attend the Uptown Street Fest and Pep Rally for all sorts of exciting activities.

• Cheer on your favorite team.
• Listen to live music.
• Chow down on tasty food and drinks.

There will also be lots of kid-friendly activities. 

The fun continues on January 2 with a full afternoon of football during the 14th Annual TicketSmarter Birmingham Bowl. Who will you root for—the Boston College Eagles or the Cincinnati Bearcats?

Uptown Street Fest and Pep Rally 
Where: Uptown Birmingham. 2221 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Date: Wednesday, January. 1
Time: 1-6PM
Price: FREE

14th Annual TicketSmarter Birmingham Bowl
Where: Legion Field. 400 Graymont Ave W., Birmingham, AL 35204
Date: Thursday, January 2
Time: 2-6PM
Price: General Admission $30, Reserved Seats $50
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DJ Snoopadelic 

Snoop Dogg is coming to Birmingham! I repeat… Snoop Dogg is coming to Birmingham!

Headlining as DJ Snoopadelic at Iron City on Thursday, January 2, expect a full DJ set plus select performance of greatest hits LIVE.

So “drop it like it’s hot” and grab your tickets now!

Where: Iron City. 513 22nd St. S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Date: Thursday, January 2
Time: 8-11PM
Price: $49.50
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Coffee Concert: Tchaikovsky’s Romeo & Juliet

Fall in love with the age-old romance of Romeo and Juliet with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. You will also hear a world premiere cello concerto by Maestro Izcaray.

Enjoy complimentary coffee and muffins before the event at 10AM.

Where: UAB’s Alys Stephens Center. 1200 10th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35294
Date: Friday, Jan. 17
Time: 11AM-12:30PM
Price: $19+
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More upcoming concerts by Alabama Symphony Orchestra:

Symphonie Fantastique
Where: UA’s Alys Stephens Center. 1200 10th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35294
Date: Friday-Saturday, Jan. 17-18
Time: 7PM
Price: $24+
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Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto 
Where: UAB’s Alys Stephens Center. 1200 10th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35294
Date: Friday, Jan. 10
Time: 7PM
Price: $24+
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2020 MLK Day 5K Drum Run

Drums. Diversity. MLK Day holiday weekend. The MLK Day 5K Drum Run is one fun, active event you’ll want to take part in.

This race features drum lines from Birmingham metro area schools who will line up along the race course to keep the beat of participating runners and walkers. Cool right? 

Race day activities include:

• Warm up
• Live music
• Professional timing
• Sponsor booths
• Goodie bags

Where: 1701 4th Ave N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Date: Saturday, January 18
Time: 7AM
Price: $30
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BrickFair Alabama LEGO Fan Expo

Love LEGO? Then you’ll love this! January 18-19, BrickFair Lego Fan Expo will be back in Birmingham for its 8th year. This is largest LEGO convention in the country and features some of the most incredible LEGO creations from some of the most gifted builders around.

Grab your tickets and get ready for a spectacular event. Learn more.

Where: The BJCC. 1001 19th St. N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Date: Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 18-19
Time: 10AM-4PM
Price: $14. (Ages 3 and under – FREE)
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BourbonHam 2020

Calling all Bourbon enthusiasts! Sunday, January 19 marks BourbonHam 2020—Birmingham’s premiere Bourbon and BBQ fundraising event benefitting the National MS Society. 

Along with an incredible selection of bourbons and whiskeys, there will also be:

• Award-winning BBQ
• Live blues music by local Birmingham band Livewire
• Silent auction
• And more!

Where: Haven. 2515 6th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Date: Sunday, January 19
Time: 2PM
Price: $75
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5th Annual Lyric Masquerade Ball 

It’s almost time for the 5th annual Lyric Masquerade Ball benefiting the Lyric and Alabama Theatres. 

During this yearly event, enjoy:

• Live music from The Matthew Devine Band playing New Orleans jazz
• Heavy hors ‘doeuvres from some of Birmingham’s tastiest restaurants
• Silent auction

Open bar with tastings by Coopers’ Craft and Redmont Distilling Co. 

Attire: Formal gowns and suits recommended. Masquerade items optional.

After the event, be sure to stick around for the official afterparty at Dread River Distilling Company There will be specialty drinks commemorating the historic Alabama and Lyric Theatres. A portion of food and drink sales benefit both theaters. 

Where: Alabama Theatre. 1817 3rd Ave N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Date: Jan. 18
Time: 7-11PM
Price: $40-$75
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Birmingham Boat Show 

Did you know that the Birmingham Boat Show was the very first public event ever held at the BJCC? Yep, it was held in 1972. 

Now, it’s back this year on January 23-26 and features over 250,000 square feet filled with all the latest: 

• Boats
• Motors
• Fishing gear
• Guides
• Outfitters
• Outdoor gear 
• And more!

Where: The BJCC. 1001 19th St. N., Birmingham, AL 35203
Date: Jan. 23-26
Time: Thurs.-Fri. Noon-9PM, Sat. 11AM-9PM, Sun. Noon-5PM
Price: $10. (Kids 12 and under – FREE)
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What other events are happening in Birmingham this January? Let us know what you’re looking forward to!