22 amazing Birmingham events to look forward to in March

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Birmingham, sunny days are ahead—March and spring are just around the corner. From can’t-miss concerts to St. Patrick’s Day festivities, here’s everything that’s happening in The Magic City during March.

1. Kwame Brathwaite: Black Is Beautiful

• What: Impacting social change by looking at how white ideas of beauty and body image affected Black women, photographer Kwame Brathwaite’s photos from the 50s + 60s can be viewed in The Magic City. More info.
• When: Tuesday, February 7-Saturday, March 25
• Where: Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts, 1221 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Cost: Free admission

2. The Planets

• What: Journey through space as you hear the Alabama Symphony Orchestra explore our solar system with music. More info.
• When: Friday, March 3, 11AM + 7PM | Saturday, March 4, 7PM
• Where: Jemison Concert Hall, 1200 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35294
• Cost: Varies by seat
• Tickets

3. Cinderella Ballet

• What: Watch the beloved Cinderella story through the classical ballet with beautiful costumes + scenery. More info.
• When: Friday, March 3, 7:30PM | Saturday, March 4, 2:30PM + 7:30PM | Sunday, March 5, 2:30PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $45-65
• Tickets

4. ASPIRE Wine 10K

• What: Start your morning off right by running with your best pals through the beautiful city of Homewood. More info.
• When: Saturday, March 4 | 7-10AM
• Where: Homewood City Hall, 2850 19th St S, Homewood, AL 35209
• Cost: $60
• Register

 5. 19th Annual Chili Cook-Off

• What: Chow down on deletable chili at this family-friendly event benefiting The Exceptional Foundation. From all-you-can-eat chili to live music and a kids’ zone, a good time will be had by all. More info.
• When: Saturday, March 4 | 10:30AM-3PM
• Where: Brookwood Village, 614 Brookwood Village, Mountain Brook, AL 35209
• Cost: $15
• Tickets

6. For the Birds Charity Event

• What: Support the Alabama Wildlife Center at this night of dinner, drinks, music, games + a silent auction. More info.
• When: Saturday, March 4 | 6-9:30PM
• Where: The Harbert Center, 2019 4th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $50
• Tickets

7. Dylan Scott at Iron City

• What: Country music lovers, get ready to sing along with Dyaln Scott as he performs his hits like “New Truck” and “My Girl.” More info.
• When: Saturday, March 4 | 8PM
• Where: Iron City Bham, 513 22nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: $27
• Tickets

8. Celebrating Women Composers Concert

• What: Performing works by Amy Beach, Lili Boulanger + Florence Price, you can listen to the music of female composers who helped shape music history. More info.
• When: Tuesday, March 7 | 7:30PM
• Where: Samford University Brock Recital Hall, 880 Montague Dr, Birmingham, AL 35229
• Cost: $29 general admission | $12 for students
• Tickets

9. Meshell Ndegeocello

• What: Listen to 10-time Grammy nominee Meshell Ndegeocello sing + talk during a moderated panel discussion. More info.
• When: Thursday, March 9 | 7-9PM
• Where: Jemison Concert Hall, 1200 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35294
• Cost: $39
• Tickets

10. Native Plant Conference

• What: If you have a green thumb or want one, this is your chance to learn all about Alabama’s native plant species. More info.
• When: Friday, March 10-Saturday, March 11
• Where: Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Cost: TBD

11. Goldilocks & The Three Bears

• What: Watch mischievous Goldilocks stumble into trouble as she enters the house of three bears in this family-friendly play. More info.
• When: Saturday, March 11 | 10AM
• Where: Birmingham Children’s Theatre, 2130 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $15 for adults | $12 for seniors + students | $10 for kids | Kids 18 months and younger are free
• Tickets

12. An Evening with Tim Tebow

• What: Listen to the pro football player Tim Tebow as he discusses his new book about finding your mission + pursuing purpose in your life. More info.
• When: Tuesday, March 14 | 7-8:30PM
• Where: Samford University Wright Center, 872 Montague Dr, Birmingham, AL 35229
• Cost: $25-75 for reserved seating | $250 VIP tickets (includes a signed copy of Mission Possible, a photo with Tim Tebow, special seating + attendance at a VIP reception)
• Tickets

13. Come From Away

• What: Drumroll, please! This Broadway musical is coming to The Magic City to tell the true story of 7,000 stranded passengers + the small town that welcomed them. More info.
• When: Tuesday, March 14-Thursday, March 16, 7:30PM | Friday, March 17, 8PM | Saturday, March 18, 2PM + 8PM | Sunday, March 19, 1PM + 6:30PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Varies by seat
• Tickets

14. The Birds

• What: Watch an adaption of this fan-fave spooky story + movie at Samford University. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as you watch the fearful characters figure out the real threat. More info.
• When: Thursday, March 16-Saturday, March 18, 7:30-9PM | Sunday, March 19, 2:30-4PM
• Where: Harrison Theatre, 800 Lakeshore Dr, Birmingham, AL 35229
• Cost: $20 general admission | $10 for students
• Tickets

15. Honk! Jr.

• What: Witty, funny + moving, this family-friendly play is a playful spin on the beloved Ugly Duckling story. More info.
• When: Thursday, March 16, 7PM | Saturday, March 17, 11AM + 2:30PM | Sunday, March 18, 2:30PM
• Where: Virginia Samford Theatre, 1116 26th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Cost: $28 reserved seating | $23 for students
• Tickets

16. March Madness

• What: Get your brackets ready because NCAA March Madness is heading to Birmingham. Cheer on as your favorite college team scores hoops. More info.
• When: Thursday, March 16 & Sunday, March 18
• Where: Legacy Arena, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Varies by seat
• Tickets

17. St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl

• What: Cheers to St. Patrick’s Day! Bring your best friends to this Downtown Birmingham bar crawl for some lucky deals. More info.
• When: Friday, March 17 | 4PM-Midnight
• Where: Carrigan’s Beer Garden, Hop City Beer & Wine Birmingham, Steel Gastropub, The Quest Club + Trimtab Brewing Company
• Cost: $15
• Tickets

18. St. Patrick’s Day Paint & Sip

• What: Leprechauns, head over to Cahaba Brewing for a day of painting + tasty beer to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. More info.
• When: Friday, March 17 | 7-9PM
• Where: Cahaba Brewing Company, 4500 5th Ave S, Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Cost: $25 (includes art supplies + first drink)
• Tickets

18. Patti LaBelle

• What: The “Godmother of Soul” is coming to Birmingham. You don’t want to miss the chance to listen to the sweet sounds of R&B sung by the one and only Patti LaBelle. More info.
• When: Sunday, March 19 | 6PM
• Where: Jemison Concert Hall, 1200 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35294
• Cost: $79-99
• Tickets

20. Romeo & Juliet Concert

• What: Bring your family to this educational concert as you discover how music can tell the story of this classic William Shakespeare play. More info.
• When: Wednesday, March 22, 10AM | Thursday, March 23, 10AM
• Where: Jemison Concert Hall, 1200 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35294
• Cost: Free admission

21. Birmingham Bulls vs. Huntsville Havoc

• What: With only a few more home groups left of the season, you don’t want to miss this chance to cheer on the Birmingham Bulls as they face Huntsville Havoc on the ice. More info.
• When: Friday, March 24 | 7PM
• Where: Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL 35124
• Cost: Varies by seat
• Tickets

22. Bright Star

• What: A story of success, love + heartbreak, Red Mountain Theatre’s actors are putting on the showstopping performance of Bright Star. More info.
• When: Friday, March 31-Sunday, April 16 | Thursday-Friday, 7:30PM | Saturday, 2PM + 7:30PM | Sunday, 2PM
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: $32+ for adults | $25+ for kids 2-12
• Tickets

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