5 local weekend events, Memorial Day happenings + more, May 27-30

It’s Memorial Day Weekend and we have everything you need to make it one to remember. From an outdoor celebration honoring 100 years of music with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra to a summer market and more, here’s what’s ahead for the Greater Birmingham Area, May 27-30.

Alabama Symphony Orchestra celebrates 100 years! 

The event: A Century in Symphony is a FREE 3-day concert series taking place at Railroad Park, Friday-Sunday, May 27-29.
Why it matters: It celebrates a CENTURY of Alabama Symphony Orchestra creating music in Alabama!
What to expect: A jubilant outdoor celebration with live performances from Alabama Symphony Orchestra. 
Want more? Full details here.

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• Roadtripping this weekend? Head to Huntsville for the Hot Air Balloon Classic + more. 
• Planning ahead? Don’t miss these 27 local June events. 

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5 Weekend Events in The Magic City

1. Town Village Memorial Day Cookout 20th Celebration | Town Village Vestavia Hills

Why go: It’s a great way to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. Expect food and drinks, ice cream, live entertainment, giveaways + door prizes + a photo booth. Oh, and did I mention adult-size tricycle racing?! Consider me there!
When: Friday, May 27 | 11AM-2PM
Where: Town Village Vestavia Hills, 2385 Dolly Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243
Cost: Free admission

2. Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue 5K Meow-A-Thon & 1-Mile Whisker Walk | Veterans Park – Hoover

Why go: You’ll be supporting Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue and their mission to save abandoned, stray and injured animals. 
When: Saturday, May 28 | 8AM
Where: Veterans Park, 4800 Valleydale Rd, Meadowbrook, AL 35242
Cost: 5K – $15-$25 | 1 Mile – $5-$15
Register: Deadline, Friday, May 27 at Midnight

3. Sara Sells Warehouse Sale

Why go? Because who can resist a warehouse sale? Here you’ll discover a curated collection of furniture + decor—all perfect for a rad summer redo. 
When: In-person – Saturday, May 28, 8AM-1PM | Online – Sunday, May 29, 11AM-8PM
Where: Sara Sells, 3501 1st Ave N Suite 101, Birmingham, AL 35222
Cost: Free admission

4. Saturn Summer Market | Saturn Birmingham

Why go? Rain or shine, this summer market features a delightful mix of art, food + vintage, plus Domestique Coffee Shop goodies + drinks from the Saturn Satellite Bar.
When: Saturday, May 28 | Noon-4PM
Where: Saturn Birmingham, 200 41st St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Cost: Free admission

5. Brown Skin Brunchin’ 

Why go: You’ll dine on a delicious brunch and score a new brunch tribe.
When: Saturday, May 28 | 12:30PM
Where: FIVE Birmingham, 744 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
Cost: Free admission

Get more Memorial Day Weekend plans.

For more happenings, visit our events calendar.

Looking Ahead

• Adventure Theatre with Birmingham Children’s Theatre 
  • When: June 2-11 | Thursdays-Saturdays 10AM-5:30PM
  • Where: Red Mountain Park, 2011 Frankfurt Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
  • Cost: Adults $20 | Kids $10
  • Tickets

• Kinky Boots
  • When: June 3-26 | Thursdays-Fridays, 8PM | Saturdays, 2PM + 8PM | Sundays, 2PM
  • Where: Red Mountain Theatre, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
  • Cost: $20+
  • Tickets

• Funky Food Truck Festival benefiting AIDS Alabama
  • When: Saturday, June 4 | 1-5PM
  • Where: Cahaba Brewing Co, 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
  • Cost: Free admission

• Lakeview Hullabaloo
  • When: Saturday, June 4 | 2PM-Midnight
  • Where: 29th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233
  • Cost: Advance $25 | Gate $30 | VIP – $100 | Kids 12 + under – Free
  • Tickets

• Vulcan’s 118th Birthday Bash
  • When: Sunday, June 5 | 1-5PM
  • Where: Vulcan Park & Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
  • Cost: $6-$8
  • Tickets

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