15 weekend events you won’t want to miss, including Grand Menorah Lighting + Birmingham Bowl— Dec. 27-29

Looking for your weekend plans? Check out these 15 exciting events happening across Birmingham, December 27 through December 29, including the Birmingham Bowl, Grand Menorah Lighting at The Summit and more!

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Continuing Events

1. Magic of Model Trains @ McWane Science Center

• What: The beloved model train display is back in Birmingham for its 19th year. Explore model trains of every shape + size, ride the McWane Train + more.
• When: Saturday, Nov. 23-Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025
• Cost: General Admission to the McWane Science Center
• Details

2. Glow Wild @ The Birmingham Zoo

• What: Spend the night strolling past stunning illuminated lanterns during this unforgettable annual event.
• When: Now-Jan. 20 2025
• Cost: Adults $13.95-$23.95 | Children (ages 2+) $10.95-$14.95 | Children (under age 2) FREE
• Details

3. MAGICAL NIGHTS: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience @ Vulcan Park & Museum

• What: Vulcan Park and Museum will transform into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances and Santa this December. There will also be food, hot chocolate, wine and beer for purchase.
• When: Sunday, Dec. 1-Tuesday, Dec. 31 | 4-8PM
• Cost: Adults (ages 13+) $8 | Kids (ages 5-12) $5 | Kids (ages 4 and under) Free Admission
• Details

4. Magic of Lights @ Alabama Adventure

• What: Enjoy a stellar drive-through holiday light show this season at Alabama Adventure.
• When: Now-January 4, 2025 | Monday-Thursday 5:30-9PM + Friday-Sunday 5:30-10PM
• Cost: Standard Vehicle $24 | Limo/Party Bus $50
• Details

Friday, Dec. 27 events in Birmingham

5. 2024 Birmingham Bowl – Georgia Tech vs Vanderbilt @ Protective Stadium

• What: It’s game week for the two teams participating in this year’s Birmingham Bowl – Vanderbilt and Georgia Tech.
• When: Friday, Dec. 27 | 2:30PM
• Cost: Ticket Prices Vary
• Details

6. LIVE JAZZ: Rotating Artists @ Vecchia Pizzeria & Mercato

• What: Delicious food and live Jazz music makes for a great Friday night dinner spot.
• When: Friday, Dec. 27 | 5:30-8:30PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

7. Neo Y2K Race – SHO @ Workplay

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• What: Come see Neo Y2K Race at Workplay for an end-of-the-year rave that is sure to be a night to remember.
• When: Friday, Dec. 27 | 8:30PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

Saturday, Dec. 28 events in Birmingham

8. The Farmers Market @ Pepper Place

• What: Located in the heart of downtown Birmingham, this beloved farmers market features local goods, vendors and more.
• When: Saturday, Dec. 28 | 7AM-12PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

9. Birdsong Farmers Market @ Automatic Seafood

• What: Get your fresh produce delivered straight from our local farms to your table.
• When: Saturday, Dec. 28 | 8AM-12PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

10. Festival of Winter Walks @ Oak Mountain State Park

• What: Join Oak Moutain State Park for a wintery walk and a chance to enjoy the wonders of the colder weather! Enjoy this peaceful 1mile walk in the gorgeous winter scenery with complementory hot chocolate and cookies
• When: Saturday, Dec. 28 | 9AM
• Cost: Admission to the park
• Details

11. Nature Drawing @ Birmingham Museum of Art

• What: Join the Birmingham Museum of Art for hands-on, family-friendly program detailing how botanical illustrations have shaped both art and science.
• When: Saturday, Dec. 28 | 10:30AM-11AM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

12. Acoustic Two Jimmy Duo Live @ Saw’s Juke Joint

• What: Enjoy live music and Southern barbecue fare like pulled pork & chicken & waffles at Saw’s Juke Joint.
• When: Saturday, Dec. 28 | 6PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

Sunday, Dec. 29 events in Birmingham

13. Sunday Brunch with Tim Cannon @ Trussville Social

• What: Enjoy a classic Sunday Brunch with Tim Cannon at the Trussville Social this Sunday. Fun for the whole family!
• When: Sunday, Dec. 29 | 10AM-6PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

14. 10th Annual Grand Menorah Lighting @ The Summit

• What: This Annual event is perfect for the whole family. You can expect music, traditional treats, glitter tattoos, a silent disco, a photo booth and more.
• When: Sunday, Dec. 29 | 4:15PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

15. Taylor Hollingsworth @ The Nick

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• What: Taylor Hollingsworth is a Alabama-born, genre-blending singer, songwriter and guitarist known for his folk-punk-blues sound and you can watch him live this sunday.
• When: Sunday, Dec 29 | 5PM
• Cost: Free Admission
• Details

More events in Birmingham

• A Viennese Celebration @ UAB’s Alys Stephens Center—Dec. 31
• New Year’s Eve Reveillon @ Workplay—Dec. 31
• New Year’s Eve in the Magic City: Havana Nights NYE @ Marriott Birmingham—Dec. 31

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