Sidewalk Film Festival + 6 more events happening in The Magic City this weekend—August 24-27

Are you ready for some of the hottest events happening in The Magic City? Check out these 7 below including National Dog Day, Babypalooza and more happening Friday, August 25-Sunday, August 27.

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Weekend Events

1. Sidewalk Film Festival

• What: Sidewalk Film Festival is a week-long celebration of films and filmmakers in the heart of downtown Birmingham. Stop by and enjoy some great productions and party the night away.
• When: Now-Sunday, August 27 | Times vary by show
• Where: Locations vary. Check schedule for details.
• Cost: $10-$315
• Tickets

2. Arts Block Party

• What: Coined as a “moveable feast,” the event includes the opening of two exhibitions at Abroms-Engel Institue for the Visual Arts (AEIVA), an ArtPlay kids zone and clay art activities with UAB Arts in Medicine. There will be food trucks, music and lots of art!
• When: Friday, August 25 | 5-9PM
• Where: AEIVA and ASC Engel Plaza
• Cost: Free admission

3. Babypalooza

• What: New and expectant parents, this one’s for you. Babypalooza is the ultimate one-stop-shop for all of the resources and information you need when preparing for your baby, and this is the first time they’re back at The BJCC since the pandemic.
• When: Saturday, August 26 | 10AM-2PM
• Where: The BJCC East Ballroom
• Cost: FREE to all expectant mothers, partners, friends + family
• Register

4. The Bell Center Tailgate Challenge

• What: Join The Bell Center for the competition of the year as teams square off to see who can create the best tailgating experience. This family-friendly event invites football fans to sample delicious food and drinks from some of Birmingham’s best tailgaters.
• When: Saturday, August 26 | 11AM-2PM
• Where: The streets in front of The Bell Center
• Cost: $15 Adv. | $20 door
• Tickets

5. Carrigan’s 10th Anniversary

• What: Carrigan’s Public House—a beloved bar and gastropub on Morris Avenue— is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a big announcement! Starting this Saturday, Carrigan’s will operate as a “philantropub”—a philanthropy-focused restaurant that will donate all profits back to the community!
• When: Saturday, August 26 | 11AM
• Where: Carrigan’s Philanthropub
• Cost: Free admission

6. National Dog Day

• What: Two by Two Rescue will be hosting multiple pet adoption events to help find foster dogs their fur-ever homes. Want to volunteer? Check out the info here.
• When: Saturday, August 26 | Times vary
• Where: Trimtab Brewing and Trussville Petco
• Cost: Free admission

7. The 3rd Annual MGB Culture & Community Fest

• What: This festival will be held with vendors, live music and activities for all ages. All net profit will benefit The Modern Green Book road to success Small Black Business Grant.
• When: Saturday, August 26 | Noon-8PM
• Where: Sloss Furnaces
• Cost: $5 Student, $10 General, $100 VIP
• Tickets

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Looking Ahead

Brunch Bash

• When: Saturday, September 2 | 9AM-2PM
• Where: Avondale Brewing
• Cost: Free admission

Forgotten Heroes Open House

• When: Saturday, September 2 | 10:30AM-2PM
• Where: The Negro Southern League Museum
• Cost: Free admission

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