wineview — More charcuterie, less problems. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

From a new wine bar and playground in Homewood to more openings coming soon, there’s lots of excitement brewing in Birmingham. Let’s dive into the latest buzz.

1. Homewood Central Park Playground | Homewood

IMG 2723 4 new + coming soon openings in Birmingham—what you need to know — Race your friends down the brand new slides in Homewood Central Park. (Bham Now)

Head over to Homewood Central Park to check out the new playground and enjoy some fun in the sun. The new slides look epic.

Opening: Thursday, April 18
Location: 1632 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
Website | Facebook | Instagram

2. Freddy’s Bistro & Bar | Homewood

IMG 2692 4 new + coming soon openings in Birmingham—what you need to know — Freddy’s Bistro and Bar is coming soon to Homewood. (Bham Now)

This beloved wine bar in Highland Park is branching out and opening its second location in Homewood. Get ready for summer date nights at Freddy’s with a cheese board and wine.

Opening: TBD
Location: 1706 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
Website | Instagram

3. Academy Sports + Outdoors | HWY 280

academt 4 new + coming soon openings in Birmingham—what you need to know — Academy Sports + Outdoors is located near Target on Highway 280. (Grace Howard / Bham Now)

According to recent signage at River Ridge Shopping Center on Highway 280, a new Academy Sports + Outdoors location is coming soon. Located in the former home of Best Buy, the store is now under construction.