7 fun weekend events in Birmingham including a Taylor Swift Rave—Feb. 17-19

It’s almost Fat Tuesday in The Magic City! From Sip n’ Paints to another fun event hosted by McWane Science Center, take a look at our guide of everything happening in Bham February, 17-19.

7 Weekend Events in The Magic City

1. Mom’s Basement Chicken Parade

• What: Celebrate Mardi Gras weekend by decorating your bikes and joining the Chicken Parade. Enjoy free fried chicken and cold beer and catch some beads, too.
• When: Saturday, Feb. 18 | 6:30PM
• Where: Starts at St. Mark Baptist Church and ends at Mom’s Basement

2. Ghost Train’s 1st Ave’s 1st Anniversary

• What: Ghost Train is celebrating the 1st anniversary of their new location all weekend long. Enjoy complimentary cake, raffles, a performance by DJ Coach and much more.
• When: Friday, Feb. 17, 6PM-Sunday, Feb. 9, 10PM
• Where: Ghost Train Brewing Co

3. Orchestra Noir: Y2K Meets 90’s Vibe

• What: Rock out to the biggest Hip-Hop and R&B hits from the 90s and 2000s played by the amazing all African-American orchestra, Orchestra Noir. Wear your best nostalgic 90s or 2000s clothes for some extra fun.
• When: Friday, Feb. 17 | 8PM
• Where: Alabama Theatre
• Cost: $29-$49
• Tickets

4. Taylor Swift Rave

• What: Dance the night away to Taylor Swift’s original songs, remixes, lasers, balloons and more.
• When: Saturday, Feb. 19 | 9PM-2AM
• Where: Saturn
• Cost: $25
• Tickets

5. Mardi Gras Sip & Paint

• What: Celebrate Mardi Gras weekend by ordering a cold beer and painting a pre-sketched canvas.
• When: Saturday, Feb. 18 | 2PM
• Where: Cahaba Brewing Co.
• Cost: $25
• Tickets

6. 4-H Day at McWane Science Center

• What: Join McWane for 4-H day! If you are a 4-H member, you will receive a discounted price for your ticket.
• When: Saturday, Feb. 18 | 10AM-5PM
• Where: McWane Science Center
• Cost: $8

7. Birmingham Home Show

• What: Shop for home-related items and services, look at beautiful displays, connect with home industry experts and more.
• When: Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19
• Where: BJCC North Hall
• Cost: $9-$11
• Tickets

Looking Ahead

Big Top Benefitting Glenwood

• When: Friday, February 24 | 8PM-Midnight
• Where: Haven
• Cost: Individual Ticket – $90 (Increases to $100, Feb. 11.) | Friends of Glenwood – 2 tickets for $300
• Tickets

Birmingham’s Early Middle Eastern Community: Celebrating Life and Liturgy

• When: Now-January, 2024 | Daily, 10AM-6PM
• Where: Linn-Henley Gallery at Vulcan Park & Museum
• Cost: Included in general admission to Vulcan Park & Museum | Adults (13+) – $6 | Seniors (65+) – $5 | Kids (5-12) – $4 | Kids 4 + under – Free
• Tickets

Space One Eleven Presents: Surplus in Pantomime

• When: Now-March 31, 2023 | Daily, 10AM-5PM
• Where: Space One Eleven

A Chorus Line

• When: Friday, Feb 25-Saturday, Feb 25, 7PM | Sunday, Feb 27, 2:30PM
• Where: Dorothy Jemison Day Theatre
• Cost: Adult: $15 | Student: $8
• Tickets

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