8 great weekend events in Birmingham including Poochella—June 23-25

Get ready for the weekend, Bham! We got all the details on exciting events happening locally just for you like markets, Poochella and more. Read on for details.

Weekend Events

1. 2023 Alabama Speedgolf Open benefiting RMHCA

• What: The competition is open to amateurs as well as pros in 9, 18 and 36 hole course options. Winners will receive a portion of $3,000 in cash and prizes! Proceeds from this fast-paced event will be donated to RMHC of Alabama to ensure their services remain free to guest families.
• When: Saturday, June 24 – Sunday, June 25
• Where: Oak Mountain State Park
• Cost: $21.99 – $184.74
• Register

2. Birdsong Farmers Market

• What: Join this small, laid back farmers market featuring local AL produce, baked goods and now hot food vendors.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | 7AM-Noon
• Where: Automatic Seafood
• Cost: Free admission

3. Made Market

• What: Shop 40+ makers, enjoy food and drinks and support local during this must-attend summer event.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | 10AM-5PM
• Where: Events at Haven
• Cost: Free admission

4. Poochella Benefiting Shelby Humane Society

• What: Get ready to paws and enjoy the music, food and drinks at Shelby County Humane Society’s inaugural Poochella festival! There will be performances by bark-worthy local bands and artists, food and drinks, and fun activities for both humans and their fur-bulous friends. There will also be an adoption area.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | Noon-5PM
• Where: Oak Mountain Amphitheater
• Cost: General Admission – $20 in advance, $25 at gate | VIP – $100
• Tickets

5. Birmingham Animal Hospital & Resort

• What: Celebrate the Birmingham Animal Hospital & Resort’s first anniversary with a fun block party! Bring your four-legged friends and have a great time with food trucks, vendors, giveaways and more.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | 10AM-1PM
• Where: Birmingham Animal Hospital & Resort
• Cost: Free admission

6. United Way of Central Alabama’s Centennial Celebration

• What: This free community celebration will be open to the public and will engage the communities across UWCA’s six-county footprint with live music, delicious food and beverages, interactive activities, a partner agency fair and much more as we honor the past and celebrate the future.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | 3-8PM
• Where: City Walk BHAM, Block D
• Cost: Free admission

7. Electric Avenue – The 80’s MTV Experience

• What: From new wave to glam metal, the music hits from the 80s are back for one stellar night during this high-energy concert at Iron City.
• When: Saturday, June 24 | 8PM
• Where: Iron City Bham
• Cost: $22
• Tickets

8. Birmingham Stallions USFL Playoff Game

• What: Watch the Birmingham Stallions as they take on the New Orleans Breakers in the USFL Playoff game this Sunday, June 25.
• When: Sunday, June 25 | 6PM
• Where: Protective Stadium
• Cost: $19+
• Tickets

Looking Ahead

Free Friday Flicks – Back to the Future

• When: Friday, June 30 | 6:30PM
• Where: Railroad Park
• Cost: Free admission

Steel City Swing at Pepper Place

• When: Saturday, July 1 | 9-11:30AM
• Where: Pepper Place
• Cost: Free admission

Need to find more weekend plans? Check out this Huntsville weekend guide.

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