Reviewed by: Gabby Gervais
7 show-stopping weekend events you won’t want to miss—July 15-17
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It’s another weekend in Birmingham, so prepare for entertainment ahead. After a few more amazing events in the queue, The World Games 2022 wraps up on Sunday, July 17 at Protective Stadium. Get your tickets if you haven’t already. July 15-17 is also Tax-Free Weekend, so load up on all those school essentials + save big!
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7 Weekend Events in The Magic City
1. Cinderella
- Why go? Slip on those glass slippers, a magical night awaits you at Red Mountain Theatre in this clever retelling + contemporary take on the classic tale, Cinderella.
- When: Friday, July 15-Wednesday, August 7 | Showtimes vary by date
- Where: Red Mountain Theatre (Main Stage)
- Cost: $20+
- Tickets
2. Free Movie on the Mall
- Why go? Enjoy a family-inspired outing with an outdoor movie night in Trussville. Watch Clifford the Big Red Dog, order eats from local food trucks, shop vendors + more.
- When: Friday, July 15 | 5:30-10PM
- Where: Trussville Mall
- Cost: Free
3. Raiders of the Lost Ark
- Why go? Spend an adventurous night with archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones in this classic film at the awe-inspiring Alabama Theatre.
- When: Friday, July 15 | 7PM
- Where: Alabama Theatre
- Cost: $10
- Tickets
4. Sip and Stroll + Market Day
- Why go? It’s market day in Mountain Brook’s Lane Parke and there are lots of shops offering something special. Make a bouquet, find clothes for your little ones, explore art + more.
- When: Saturday, July 16 | 10AM
- Where: Lane Park (Mountain Brook)
- Cost: Free admission
5. World Games Block Party VIP Experience
- Why go? Experience The World Games 2022 VIP style with access to a VIP lounge, spirit + cocktail tastings, craft beer samplings, free swag + more.
- When: Saturday, July 16 | Noon-5PM
- Where: Redmont Vodka
- Cost: General Admission – $10 | VIP – $50
- Tickets
6. The Electric Circus—World Games Celebration
- Why go? Celebrate The World Games 2022 with a stupendous evening at the Electric Circus. Expect music from the city’s best DJs, carnival-style comfort foods, small-batch brews + specialty cocktails. The best part—live circus performers like acrobats, fire dancers, aerialists, belly dancers + more!
- When: Saturday, July 16 | 8PM
- Where: OG Ghost Train
- Cost: $20
- Tickets
7. Black Business Market
- Why go? Discover products, services + food from local black business owners from across The Magic City.
- When: Sunday, July 17 | 11AM-7PM
- Where: Little London Kitchen
- Cost: Free admission
For more happenings, visit our events calendar.
Looking Ahead
- Home Run Hero Blood Drive
- When: Tuesday-Wednesday, July 19-20 | 11AM-6PM
- Where: Regions Field (Banquet Hall)
- Schedule your appointment: visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code Barons, call 1.800.RED.CROSS or download the Blood Donor App.
- Birmingham Restaurant Week
- When: Thursday, July 21-Sunday, 31
- Where: Participating restaurants
- Birmingham Restaurant Week Preview Party
- When: Tuesday, July 19 | 5-8PM
- Where: The Farrell
- Cost: $25 | Walk-up tickets $30
- Tickets
- Salute to Our Heroes benefiting Hire Heroes USA
- When: Thursday, July 21 | 6PM
- Where: The Theodore
- Cost: $50
- Tickets
- Diamonds Direct Summer Showcase
- When: Friday-Sunday, July 22-24 | Extended hours Friday-Saturday | Sunday, Noon-6PM
- Where: Diamonds Direct
- Cost: Free admission
- The Exceptional Foundation’s Backyard Bash
- When: Saturday, July 23 | 7PM
- Where: Avondale Brewing Company
- Cost: $20
- Tickets
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