22 weekend events in Birmingham including Darter Fest at Avondale Brewing—May 3-5

The weekend is here and it’s time to plan. Don’t miss the Darter Fest, Freedom Day in Avondale Park, farmers markets and more across Birmingham, May 3-5.

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1. Margarita Fest @ Ghost Train Brewing Co

• What: Grab your crew for this weekend-long margarita extravaganza. Don’t miss food, drinks + live music. A lineup of specialty margarita flavors will also be unveiled.
• When: Friday, May 3-Sunday, May 5
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

2. 2024 Parade of Homes @ Select Homes in Birmingham

• What: Explore some of the newest + most beautiful homes for sale across the Greater Birmingham Area during this exciting event taking place all weekend.
• When:
  • Friday, May 3-Saturday, May 4 | 10AM-6PM
    Sunday, May 5 | Noon-6PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

3. Friends of Homewood Library Book Sale @ Homewood Public Library

• What: Head to the Friends Bookstore at the Homewood Public Library for a super bag sale. You’ll be provided a bag to fill with as many on-sale books as you can—all for just $7.
• When: Friday, May 3 + Saturday May 4 | 10AM-4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

4. Freedom Friday in the Park @ Avondale Park

• What: This monthly multicultural initiative is designed to help women reduce work/life stress, mitigate health issues + promote exercise through dance. There will be music, vendors, dancing and more.
• When: Friday, May 3 | 5:30-6:30PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

5. Derby Bash @ Iron City

• What: Grab your coolest hat + head to this Kentucky Derby-themed party + fundraiser benefiting Smile-a-Mile. Expect complimentary beer, wine + heavy hors d’oeuvres, plus an online silent auction, live music, photo booth and raffles + games.
• When: Friday May 3 | 6-10:30PM
• Cost: General admission $75
• Details

6. The Market @ Pepper Place

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

7. Trussville Farmers Market @ Trussville Entertainment District

• What: Support farmers, vendors + creatives at this local farmers market on Saturday.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 8AM-Noon
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

8. 3rd Annual Steps Against Melanoma Run/Walk @ Veterans Park (Meadowbrook)

• What: Join the Bham community in the fight against melanoma. There will be a walk, activities + more.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 8AM
• Cost: Free to walk
• Details

9. We Love Homewood Day @ Homewood Central Park + more

• What: There will be a We Love Homewood 5K, a Scoop & Scurry Fun Run, a Chalk Art Festival, a parade, a street dance + more.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 8:30AM-9:30PM
• Cost: Free admission to festivals
• Details

10. Donor Dash for Life 5K @ Veterans Park (Hoover)

• What: Celebrate the donors, recipients + advocates of organ, eye + tissue donation during this 5K benefiting Legacy of Hope.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 9AM-Noon
• Cost: Free to walk
• Details

11. Arts in the Village @ Mountain Brook City Hall

• What: Shop artwork from more than 55 Mountain Brook Art Association artists, many award-winning.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 9AM-5PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

12. May the 4th @ McWane Science Center

• What: Star Wars fans, you won’t want to miss this fun-filled day. Along with getting to dress up as your fave characters, you’ll get to geek out over tons of thrilling programs all day long—including droid-building workshops, lightsaber demos, photo ops with the 501st Legion costume group + more.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 10AM-5PM
• Cost: General admission to McWane ($13+ per person)
• Details

13. Bham Folk Fest @ Avondale Amphitheater

• What: Attend this free, family-friendly, outdoor festival for a full day of music from communities around Birmingham + activities for all ages.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 11AM-7PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

14. Art Exhibit featuring Stephen W. Evans @ Avondale Library 

• What: Join the Avondale Regional Library as it comes alive with the art of Stephen W. Evans. The show takes place during the Bham Folk Festival which features benefits local nonprofits like Black Warrior Riverkeeper. 
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 11AM-7PM
• Cost: Free
• Details

15. 3rd Annual Jimmie Hale Mission Cornhole Tournament @ Rotary Trail

• What: Enjoy a fun day of cornhole, food, drinks + music while supporting the Jimmie Hale Mission. Be sure to bring a shade tent + chairs. 
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 1PM
• Cost: Spectators – free admission | VIP spectators $15 | 2-person team $50 | Team entry $50
• Details

16. Legion FC vs FC Tulsa @ Protective Stadium

• What: Don’t miss the Birmingham Legion compete against Tulsa in this must-see game on Saturday, May 4.
• When: Saturday, May 4 | 6:30PM
• Cost: $15+
• Details

17. 11th Annual Darter Festival @ Avondale Brewing Co

• What: Celebrate this 11th annual event benefiting the Southern Environmental Center. There will be live music, food + drinks, kids activities + more.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | Noon-5PM
• Cost:
  • General Admission: $10 in advance, $20 at door
  • VIP: $50 in advance, $60 at door
  • Kids 12 and under are free
• Details

18. Great Alabama Public Television Barbecue Cook-Off @ Back Forty Beer Co

• What: Don’t miss Alabama Public Television’s first-ever Barbecue Cook-off. Your ticket includes a barbecue lunch plate, sampling opportunities, live entertainment by Three on a String + Sean of the South.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | 1PM
• Cost: $25 | Family 4 Pack $80
• Details

19. Sunday Series Cinco De Mayo Rooftop Day Party @ Redmont Hotel

• What: Redmont Hotel’s Sunday Rooftop series returns this Sunday, May 5. Expect a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration, music + drinks.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | 2-8PM
• Cost: $20
• Details

20. Arty Party 2024 @ B&A Warehouse

• What: Show your love of art + Birmingham AIDS Outreach at this special fundraising event. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar + specialty cocktail, live auction + art by featured artist Jenny Cash.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | 3PM
• Cost: $55
• Details

21. Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show @ Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall

• What: Get your tickets now to this fun + imaginative show featuring 2 masterful musicians + comedians—Matt Levingston + Gareth Sever.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | 3PM
• Cost: $20
• Details

22. Birmingham New Music Festival @ Birmingham First United Methodist Church

• What: See seven concerts between May 5-13 featuring a wide range of music by Alabama composers including solo piano, four chamber music ensembles, choral music, live electronics, improvised music + new takes on Appalachian folk music. *More concerts will take place throughout Birmingham through Monday, May 13.
• When: Sunday, May 5 | 4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

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