Reviewed by: Patience Itson
12 exciting weekend events + Moss Rock Festival—Nov. 4-6
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The weekend is just around the corner, and it’s time to start making plans with your crew. From local shopping to Día de los Muertos, there’s an abundance of fun events in The Magic City, November 4-6.
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It’s football time
- Auburn University vs Mississippi State
- When: Saturday, November 5 | 6:30PM
- Where: Davis Wade Stadium
- Samford University vs Virginia Military Institute
- When: Saturday, November 5 | 2PM
- Where: Bobby Bowden Field
- The University of Alabama vs LSU
- When: Saturday, November | 6PM
- Where: Tiger Stadium
- UAB vs The University of Texas at San Antonio
- When: Saturday, November 5 | 2:30PM
- Where: Protective Stadium
Bite-sized news
- It’s raining money: A Birmingham resident won nearly $10,000 on The Price is Right—talk about serious cash.
- Time to geek out: Learn all about a historic Birmingham building once owned by Thomas Edison’s company + what it looks like today.
12 weekend events in Birmingham
1. Trussville Downtown Open House Shopping Guide
- Why go: Gift-buying is easy and fun in Trussville with great places to shop with special deals, must-attend events + more festivities.
- When: Month of November | Store hours
- Where: Participating Trussville businesses
- Cost: Free admission
2. University Pickers Christmas Open House
- Why go: Kick off the holiday season with refreshments, giveaways and special savings. Plus, buy your favorite beverage at The Backyard Entertainment District and sip while you shop.
- When: Friday, November 4-Saturday, November 5 at 11AM-7PM | Sunday, November 6 at Noon-6PM
- Where: The Outlet Shops of Grand River, 6200 Grand River Blvd E, Leeds, AL 35094
- Cost: Free admission
3. Steel City Night Market
- Why go: This is a can’t-miss evening under string lights with vendors selling art, clothing, vintage, home goods and plants. Plus, grab a delicious bite from Rodney Scott’s BBQ, Backyard Taco + Pasteles La MoreliAna.
- When: Friday, November 4 | 5-9PM
- Where: Ghost Train Brewing Company, 3501 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Cost: Free admission
4. Walking to Remember
- Why go: Sweat it out to support Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama’s programs + services which serve over 300 individuals living with Alzheimer’s throughout Central Alabama each month.
- When: Saturday, November 5| 9AM Registration + vendors | 10AM Start
- Where: ACA’s parking lot, 300 Office Park Dr, Birmingham, AL 35223
- Register as a team, find a team or donate + participate as an individual
5. Moss Rock Festival
- Why go: You don’t want to miss this fun festival full of live music, food, drinks and 100+ artists.
- When: Saturday, November 5, 10AM-5PM | Sunday, November 6, 10AM-4PM
- Where: Hoover Metropolitan Complex, 5500 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
- Cost: $10 advance tickets | $12 gate tickets | Free for kids 15 and under
- Buy tickets
6. Birmingham Public Library Local Authors Expo
- Why go: Meet and hear from numerous Alabama authors including many from Bham. You’ll also be able to grab your next read and get it signed by the author.
- When: Saturday, November 5 | 10AM-2PM
- Where: Central Library, 2100 Park Pl, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Cost: Free admission | Books available for purchase
7. Artistry Fest
- Why go: This festival has all of our favorite things: a DJ, live music, local vendors and food trucks.
- When: Saturday, November 5 | Noon-5PM
- Where: 201 Richard Arrington Junior Blvd S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Cost: $5
- Buy tickets
8. Dawn Larsen Concert with Janet Simpson
- Why go: Jam out to a night of powerful female songwriting and storytelling. Plus, get the party rolling with a complimentary drink.
- When: Saturday, November 5 | 7:30PM
- Where: DJD Theater, 800 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Cost: $10 general admission
- Buy tickets
9. Two By Two Rescue Barktoberfest
- Why go: Have the best day with puppies in costumes, tasty food + the chance to shop local while supporting Two by Two Rescue.
- When: Sunday, November 6 | 11AM-5PM
- Where: Helena Amphitheater, 4151 Helena Rd, Helena, AL 35080
- Cost: Free admission
10. Latinos Con Onda: Día de los Muertos
- Why go: Celebrate Día de los Muertos in the best way possible with food, beer, vendors, body painting, crafts, children’s activities + DJs, including Andrea Really.
- When: Sunday, November 6 | 2-9PM
- Where: Carrigan’s Beer Garden, 2910 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Cost: $10 | Kids under 12 are free
11. Southasian Fest/Mela
- Why go: Grow your community and understanding of different cultures at this event highlighting various cultural values and traditions of all South Asian countries.
- When: Sunday, November 6 | 5-8PM
- Where: Events at Haven, 2515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Cost: $7
- Buy tickets
12. Birmingham Squadron vs. Lakeland Magic
- Why go: Slam dunk! The Birmingham Squadron’s back and better than ever and you can’t miss this home opener.
- When: Sunday, November 6 | 5PM
- Where: Legacy Arena, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Cost: $13-90
- Buy tickets
Looking Ahead
- Birmingham Walking Tour: First Avenue South Corridor
- When: Tuesday, November 8 | 2-4PM
- Where: Vulcan Park and Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
- Cost: $25 for Vulcan Park and Museum members | $40 for non-members
- Buy tickets
- Geena Davis Lecture + Book Signing
- When: Thursday, November 10 | 7PM
- Where: Jemison Concert Hall, 1200 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35294
- Cost: $50-70
- Buy tickets
- Veterans Day at The American Village
- When: Friday, November 11 | 10AM-4PM
- Where: The American Village, 3727 Highway 119 S, Montevallo, AL 35115
- Cost: Free admission
- Junior League of Birmingham’s Market Noel
- When: (Preview Noel) Wednesday, November 16 at 7-10PM | Thursday, November 17 at 10AM-9PM | Friday, November 18 at 10AM-10PM | Saturday, November 19 at 9AM-5PM
- Where: The Finley Center, 5508 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
- Cost: $15 general admission | $55 Preview Noel
- Buy tickets
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