4 new + coming soon openings in Birmingham—what you need to know

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

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

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

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.

• Opening: TBD
• Location: 4507 Riverview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35242
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

4. Cookie Fix | Brock’s Gap

A local favorite, Cookie Fix, is opening its fourth Birmingham-area location on April 17 at The Village at Brock’s Gap.

Founded by Birmingham native Amy Jason, the shop is known for its fresh-based and frozen to-go cookies.

• Opening: Wednesday, April 17
• Location: 1021 Brocks Gap Pkwy Suite #109 Hoover AL, 35244
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

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