Reviewed by: Patience Itson
Your ultimate guide to the 41st Alabama State Games—June 7-9
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The countdown is on for the 41st Alabama State Games taking place across the Greater Birmingham Area, June 7-9.
We’ve got the inside scoop on how to plan for this weekend-long event. Read on for where to eat, sleep and catch all the hot sports action, plus which games are still open for registration.
The city of Birmingham and Jefferson County are proud city partners of this fantastic sports filled weekend.
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Feeling the FOMO? Don’t sweat it—you can still join the action-packed Alabama State Games this June.
Rally your crew and assemble your dream team because registration is still open for some epic sports showdowns!
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or are seeking a new experience, there’s a spot for everyone.
- Closed:
- Powerlifting—closed / full
- Wrestling Duals—closed / full
- Closing in May
- Baseball—closes May 25
- Softball—closes May 25
- Wrestling Individual—closes May 25
- Closing in June
- Bowling—closes June 1
- Soccer—closes June 1
- Archery—closes June 2
- Pickleball—closes June 2
- Track & Field—closes June 2
- Ultimate Frisbee—closes June 2
- Beach Volleyball—closes June 2
- Judo—closes June 2
- Tennis—closes June 3
- Baton—closes June 5
- Diving—closes June 5
- Equestrian—closes June 5
- Miracle League—closes June 5
- Swimming—closes June 5
- Table Tennis—closes June 5
- Chess—closes June 8
- Disc Golf—closes June 8
- Atomic Ninja—closes June 8
Scholarship opportunity
You have a chance to win scholarships that could pave your way to a bright educational future.
We’re talking $50,000 (30 $1k, 4 $5k, 2 of the $5k named the Fred and Rheta Skelton Memorial Scholarship) in scholarships up for grabs.
And guess what? If you’re gearing up to compete in any of The Alabama State Games’ events, you’re automatically in the running for these scholarships but you must be there when your number is drawn.
41st Alabama State Games venue guide
Birmingham
About Birmingham:
- With a population of nearly a million people, Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama.
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Little Donkey—2701 18th St, Ste 200, Birmingham, AL 35209
- Pizza Grace—2212 Morris Ave, Ste 105, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Where to watch
- Bowling: Riverview Bowlero
- Chess: Birmingham Public Library Avondale Regional Branch
- Diving: Birmingham Crossplex
- Swimming: Birmingham Crossplex
Gardendale + Fultondale
About Gardendale:
- The area was first called Jugtown after a jug and a churn factory operated near where the Village Green shopping center is located today.
- Fultondale will be hosting events for the 2025 Alabama State Games.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 16 minutes | Use the Fieldstown Road exit.
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Dee’s Kitchen—617 Decatur Hwy, Gardendale, AL 35071
- Pasquale’s Pizza & Pasta—215 Fieldstown Rd, Gardendale, AL 35071
- Stix Restaurant—3405 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, AL 35068
- Full Moon Bar-B-Que—1428 Old Walker Chapel Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068
- Where to watch
- Baseball: Bill Noble Park
- Baton Twirling: Gardendale Civic Center
- E-Sports: Gardendale Civic Center
- Pickleball: Bill Noble Park
- Tennis: Bill Noble Park
Homewood
About Homewood:
- Homewood is home to 3-time James Beard nominee Chef Hontzas.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 10 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to eat
- SoHo Social—1830 29th Ave S #160, Homewood, AL 35209
- Shiki Birmingham—300 19th St S Suite 109, Homewood, AL 35209
- Where to watch
- Table Tennis: Hometown Table Tennis
Hoover
About Hoover:
- The city of Hoover is home to Moss Rock Preserve and the Hoover-Randle Home & Gardens.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 14 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Moss Rock Tacos & Tequila—616 Preserve Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35226
- MELT—5219 Peridot Pl, Ste 103, Hoover, AL 35244
- Where to watch
- Archery: Hoover Tactical
- Judo: Hoover High School
- Powerlifting: Hoover High School
- Wrestling Girls All Ages Folkstyle: Hoover High School | Individual TriStyle: Hoover High School
Moody
About Moody:
- Moody Miracle League offers a specially designed baseball field that allows people of all abilities to play.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 27 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- El Patron 4 Moody—2013 Village Dr, Moody, AL 35004
- Oh Sherri Pub—2733 Moody Pkwy, Moody, AL 35004
- Where to watch
- Miracle League: Moody Municipal Park
Mount Olive
About Mount Olive:
- Mt. Olive is an unincorporated community.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 16 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Mama’s Country Cooking—2300 Mt Olive Rd, Mt Olive, AL 35117
- Cakes By Elise—2480 Mount Olive Rd, Mount Olive, AL 35117
- Where to watch
- Disc Golf: Magnolia Links
Pelham
About Pelham:
- Pelham was named in honor of a famous Civil War general, Major John Pelham.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 22 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Creekside BBQ—1020 Oak Mountain Park Rd, Pelham, AL 35124
- Wok On In—3018 Pelham Pkwy # 104, Pelham, AL 35124
- Where to watch
- Track & Field: Pelham High School
- Volleyball: Pelham Rec Center Beach Courts
Pell City
About Pell City:
- Pell City was founded in 1890.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 35 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Dock’s Bar and Grill—2401 Stemley Bridge Rd, Pell City, AL 35128
- El Cazador Mexican Grill—1901 Cogswell Ave, Pell City, AL 35125
- Where to watch
- Equestrian: Full Circle Horse Park
Trussville
About Trussville:
- For many years, Trussville was a rural area with agriculture serving as the primary livelihood.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 21 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Umami Trussville—215 Bell Wy, Trussville, AL 35173
- Velma’s Trussville—1911 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235
- Where to watch
- Wrestling Boys Team Duals: Hewitt-Trussville High School
Vestavia Hills
About Vestavia Hills:
- Vestavia Hills is a suburb of Birmingham, made up of Vestavia, Liberty Park and Cahaba Heights.
- Distance from downtown Birmingham: 13 minutes
Stay, Eat, Watch
- Where to stay
- Where to eat
- Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint—3029 Pumphouse Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
- The Alabama Biscuit Co.—2518 Rocky Ridge Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
- Where to watch
- Soccer: Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex
- Softball: Liberty Park Sports Complex
- Ultimate Frisbee: Liberty Park Soccer Complex
Are you ready for the Alabama State Games across Birmingham, June 7-9?
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