Disney on Ice + 7 more family-friendly events coming to Birmingham this year

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If you’re looking to have fun with the whole family in Birmingham, you won’t want to miss these exciting events this year at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC).

Check out the full list of upcoming events at the BJCC + get your tickets.

Derek Hough: Symphony of Dance

Derek Hough—the professional dancer known for his time on Dancing with the Stars—is bringing the choreography, stage production and dance moves he’s become known for to the BJCC.

His first live performance in four years, Derek Hough: Symphony of Dance features a mix of dance and music, with ballroom, tap, salsa, hip-hop and more.

• What: Derek Hough: Symphony of Dance
• When: Sunday, April 28, 7:30PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $35 to $138

Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour

Based on the Nickelodeon show of the same name, Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour follows Baby Shark and his fishy friends as they create a hit Broadwave show to save their beloved Party Puddle Theatre.

With heartwarming characters and a catchy theme song you won’t be able to get out of your head, Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour will be fun for the whole family.

• What: Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour
• When: Tuesday and Wednesday, May 14-15, 6PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $25 to $80

Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto

Disney on Ice is coming to the Legacy Arena in May, and this time they’ll be performing not one but TWO fan-favorite Disney stories: Frozen and Encanto.

Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, this Disney on Ice performance will take audiences through the magical kingdom of Arendelle to the enchanted Casita Madrigal, all guided by a cast of beloved characters.

• What: Disney on Ice presents Frozen & Encanto
• When: Thursday through Sunday, May 16-19, various times
• Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $20 to $100

Lauren Daigle

Songwriter and vocalist Lauren Daigle is taking her Kaleidoscope Tour to the BJCC on Saturday, June 8—and you’re invited. Over her 14-year career, Lauren Daigle has garnered a variety of awards, including:

• Two Grammy® awards
• Seven Billboard Music Awards
• Four American Music Awards
• Ten GMA Dove Music Awards

Lauren Daigle will be joined by vocalist Ellie Holcomb, who began her career with Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors before embarking on a solo career in 2011.

• What: Lauren Daigle: The Kaleidoscope Tour with special guest Ellie Holcomb
• When: Saturday, June 8, 7PM
• Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $25 to $475

Bluey’s Big Play

A theatrical adapter of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, Bluey’s Big Play is a brand new, original story written by Bluey creator Joe Brumm.

With high-quality puppets performed by world-class puppeteers and new music by Bluey composer Joff Bush, Bluey’s Big Play will bring the whole Heeler family to life right in front of you.

• What: Bluey’s Big Play
• When: Tuesday through Wednesday, July 2-3, 6PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $30 to $177

Jurassic Quest

The largest and most realistic dinosaur event in North America is coming to Birmingham.

From August 9-11, the BJCC North Exhibition Halls will host 80+ true-to-life animatronic dinosaurs and more, including:

• A one-of-a-kind interactive Raptor Training Experience
• Both walking & stationary Dinosaur rides
• Dino Bounce Houses, Bungee Pull, games and inflatables

One thing is for sure—nothing will tricera-top this experience!

• What: Jurassic Quest
• When: Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11
• Where: BJCC North Exhibition Halls, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $22 to $36

PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite”

On September 7 and 8, the PAW Patrol—a group of six rescue dogs—will take to the BJCC Concert Hall stage for PAW Patrol Live!

Based on the hit Nickelodeon show of the same name, PAW Patrol Live! will give audiences a front-row view of the heroic patrol’s greatest challenge yet: rescuing Robo Dog from his dognapper, Mayor Humdinger.

• What: PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite”
• When: Saturday and Sunday, September 7 and 8
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $25 to $120

Cirque du Soleil presents Songblazers: A Journey Into Country Music

Cirque du Soleil—the largest contemporary circus producer in the world—is paying homage to the trailblazers of country music with its new production, Songblazers.

This one-of-a-kind theatrical production combines the acrobatics and live music that Cirque du Soleil is known for with beloved country music tracks.

• What: Cirque du Soleil presents Songblazers: A Journey Into Country Music
• When: Thursday, Sept. 12 through Sunday, Sep 15
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Tickets: $39 to $109

Plan your next family-friendly visit to the BJCC

No matter which of these family-friendly events you attend, you can rest easy knowing that the BJCC has created a welcoming and accessible environment for all of its guests.

For example, the BJCC has partnered with Birmingham-based nonprofit KultureCity to outfit all BJCC facilities with Sensory Inclusive™ certified equipment, including:

• KultureCity Sensory Rooms at Protective Stadium and Legacy Arena
• Sensory Bags available for guests at Protective Stadium, Legacy Arena, and the BJCC Concert Hall

In addition, the BJCC has changing stations in nearly every restroom at Legacy Arena and Protective Stadium, family restrooms throughout all venues and nursing mother’s stations at every venue.

To learn more about family-friendly amenities at the BJCC, visit the Family FAQs & Security Policies page on their website.

Which of these events do you plan to attend at the BJCC? Tag us @bhamnow to let us know!

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