15 fun weekend events in The Magic City including Glow Wild + more—Nov 17-19

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Glow Wild
It’s LIT at The Birmingham Zoo. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Make your weekend plans, Bham—it’s going to be a fun one. We’ve rounded up 15 exciting events in the city for you to check out happening Friday, November 17-Sunday, November 19.

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Friday, November 17

Diamond Direct Holiday Showcase
Shop stunning jewelry at Diamond Direct. (Diamonds Direct)
  • Diamonds Direct’s Holiday Showcase: Shop up to 20% off wedding bands, engagement rings + more at this event. Free admission. Nov 17-27. Details.
  • Magic of Lights at Alabama Adventure: Enjoy a vibrant drive-through holiday-themed light display. $20+. Nov 17-Dec 31. Details.
  • So So Spiffy November Shopping Shindig: Find high-end furniture at deeply discounted prices. Free admission. Nov 17, Noon-6PM + Nov 19, 10AM-4PM. Details.
  • Winter Wonders: Santa’s Arrival at The Summit: All ages will enjoy live music, food trucks, photo booths, a fireworks show + Santa. Free admission. 4-8PM. Details.
  • Glow Wild 2023: An Animal Lantern Celebration: Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life animal + sea life lantern creations brilliantly lighting up the night. $13.95-$21.95. Nov 17-Jan 15. Details.
  • Jeff Dunham Headlines the Legacy Arena: See comedian Jeff Dunham live + laugh the evening away. $56+. 7-9:30PM. Details.

Saturday, November 18

Magic of Model Trains, McWane
Enjoy the Magic of Model Trains at McWane. (Mack McCollum / Bham Now)
  • City Walk Bham Tailgate: Celebrate football season with an all-inclusive 15-person tailgate package. $350. All day. Details.
  • Magic of Model Trains at McWane Science Center: It’s time to don that conductor’s hat + head to this annual exhibit. Free-$21. Nov 18-Jan 2023. Details.
  • Big and Barrel-Aged Beersgiving at Cahaba Brewing: Have a blast at this celebration of craft beer + the Bham community. Free admission. 11AM-10PM. Details.
  • Cruising for Toys: This event benefits children + teens through Leeds Outreach to provide Christmas for needy families. Admission is one unwrapped toy or donation. Noon-3PM. Details.
  • Skate Jam: Enjoy a fun vendor pop-up + live DJ. $5. Noon-4PM. Details.
  • City Walk Skate Park Cash for Tricks: Don’t miss out on a fun jam session with vendors + live music. Free admission. Noon-4PM. Details.
  • City Walk Bham Art Market: Shop from local artists while enjoying live performances, food trucks + fun classes. Free admission. 1-7PM. Details.
  • The Wizard of Oz Ballet at the Dorothy Jemison Day Theatre: This captivating production promises to transport audiences to the magical world of Oz. $20. 2PM + 6PM. Details.

Sunday, November 19

Cahaba Brewing Company
Head to Cahaba Brewing Company this weekend. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)
  • Sunday Brunch at The Current at Cahaba Brewing: Stop by this food truck for breakfast smash burgers, French toast, breakfast burritos + more. Free admission. 11AM-6PM. Details.

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Lauryn Stinson
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