It’s time to celebrate the weekend, Birmingham! From spring plant sales to a Funky Fish Fry, here’s what’s happening, April 11-14.

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All weekend, April 11-14 events

Schoolhouse Rock Live! @ Virginia Samford Theatre
- What: Adapted from the classic musical cartoon series, this whimsical musical romp through America’s history will have you singing along as remember the simple joys of Saturday morning TV.
- When: 7:30PM
- Cost: $23-$45
- Details

2024 Spring Showcase @ Diamonds Direct
- What: Discover a dazzling array of engagement rings, diamond hoop earrings, tennis bracelets + more up to 20% off, all while sipping on delightful cocktails.
- When: Friday, 10AM-7PM | Saturday, 10AM-6PM | Sunday, Noon-5PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

Thursday, April 11-Saturday, April 13 events

Annual Spring Plant Sale @ Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- What: Whether you’re seeking camellias, shrubs or natives, you can shop for all this + more at this beloved event.
- When:
  - Members: Thursday, April 11, 1-5:30PM
  - Public: Friday, April 12, 8AM-5:30PM | Saturday, April 13, 8AM-2PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

St. Elias Lebanese Food & Culture Festival @ St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church
- What: Celebrate this 26th annual event and experience homemade Lebanese food, traditional Lebanese dancing demos, a silent auction, live music, church tours + more.
- When: 10AM-9PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

So So Spiffy Shopping Shindig @ Spiffy Staging & Design
- What: Check out So So Spiffy’s once-a-month shopping shindig for high-end furniture at deeply discounted prices.
- When: Friday, April 12, Noon-6PM | Saturday, April 13, 10AM-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

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Patton Creek Art Festival @ Patton Creek (Hoover)
- What: Check out 75+ fine artists + master craftsmen showing off their original artwork. There will also be food trucks, a silent auction + face painting.
- When: 9AM-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

The Farmers Market @ Pepper Place
- What: Support local during this beloved farmers market in Birmingham.
- When: 7AM-Noon
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

Funky Fish Fry @ Avondale Brewing Company
- What: Celebrate Autism Awareness Month at the 14th annual Funky Fish Fry. There will be live music, great food + kids’ activities. Tickets include a delicious plate of fried catfish + all the fixins’. Proceeds benefit Mitchell’s Place and Autism Support of Alabama.
- When: 11:30AM-5PM
- Cost: $10-$40
- Details

Ruffner Mountain + Turkey Creek Native Plant Sale @ Ruffner Mountain Greenhouse
- What: Spruce up your spring garden at this sale happening every Saturday in April. Shop more than 100 native plans, including trees, shrubs and unique herbs. Ruffner, Turkey Creek + Red Mountain Park members receive 10% off.
- When: Saturdays in April | 10AM-2PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

Red Shoe Run Rockin’ 5K @ Downtown Birmingham
- What: Run for local children + their families during this annual celebration for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama.
- When: 8AM
- Cost: $20-$30
- Details

Cahabaque BBQ Cookoff @ Cahaba Brewing
- What: Eat big at this semiannual BBQ cook-off featuring teams of backyard grillers + professionals alike. Guests can try all-you-can-eat samples from each participating team + vote for their favorite while enjoying craft beer + live music. Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama.
- When: Noon-4PM
- Cost: $20
- Details

Birmingham Stallions vs Memphis Showboats @ Protective Stadium
- What: See the Birmingham Stallions play their first home game since winning the USFL Championships.
- When: 6PM
- Cost: $10+
- Details

Gumbo Gala 2024 @ Ghost Train Brewing Company
- What: During this annual fundraiser for Episcopal Place, teams battle it out to see who has the best gumbo in Birmingham. Enjoy delicious samples, live music, beverages + family-friendly fun.
- When: Noon-4PM
- Cost: $25 day of event | Kids 12 + under are free
- Details

Live Trivia @ City Walk
- What: Get your trivia one at one of Bham’s hottest spots.
- When: 4-6PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

Ballet in the Park @ Railroad Park
- What: Be swept away by the beauty of dance during this outdoor ballet with Magic City Performing Arts. Be sure to bring along your blankets, lawn chairs + snacks.
- When: 3PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

Jewish Food and Culture Fest @ Levite-Jewish Community Center
- What: Plan now to attend one of the best events in Bham. This outdoor food festival features tons of incredible menu options—all handmade recipes that have been passed down for generations. Enjoy babka, falafel, giant corned beef sandwiches, Israeli salad, matzah ball soup + more. There will also be lots of fun family-friendly activities.
- When: 11AM-3PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details

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