23 spring festivals you won’t want to miss, including Do Dah Day

Ready for warm weather and good times? Spring festival season is almost here, and we’ve rounded up some of the best happening March through May around Birmingham.

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Spring festivals in Birmingham—March 2025

1. 21st Annual Exceptional Foundation Chili Cook-Off @ Brookwood Village

• What: Don’t miss The Exceptional Foundation’s biggest event of the year. This annual fundraiser is a family-friendly event featuring live music, a kids’ zone, drinks + all the chili you can eat. 
• When: Saturday, March 1 | 10:30AM-3PM
• Cost: $15
• Details

2. Cottontail’s Village @ BJCC, Exhibit Halls

• What: Ring in spring early at this annual shopping event. You’ll have three days to explore more than 500 booths featuring vendors from across the U.S. selling a variety of gifts like apparel, gourmet food, jewelry, spring decor and more.
• When:
  • Friday, Feb. 28 + Saturday, Mar. 1 | 10AM-7PM
  • Sunday, Mar. 2 | 12PM-5PM
• Cost: Advanced Early Bird (ages 13+) $11 | Kids (ages 6-12) $5 | 4-Pack $9
• Details

3. Cherry Blossom Festival @ Birmingham Botanical Gardens

• What: DYK Cherry Blossoms bloom for only a few weeks each year? Attend this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival to see these magnificent flowering trees and enjoy Japanese culture, food, + a variety of special performances. 
• When: Saturday, Mar. 29 | 10AM-4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

4. Holi Festival @ Birmingham Museum of Art

• What: The Birmingham Museum of Art is partnering with City Walk BHAM to celebrate the 14th annual Holi Festival this March. This traditional Indian festival marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. Expect a day filled with live music, dance performances, art activities, and the iconic throwing of colored powders. A selection of food trucks will be on site. 
• When: Saturday, March 15 | 12-5PM
• Cost: The majority of this event is free with registration.
  • There is a $5 charge for auditorium performances.
• Details

Spring festivals in Birmingham—April 2025

5. Funky Fish Fry benefiting Mitchell’s Place @ Avondale Brewing Co.

• What: Celebrate Autism Acceptance month this April during the annual Funky Fish Fry benefiting Mitchell’s Place + Autism Support of Alabama. Your event ticket includes:
  • A plate of fried catfish with all the fixings 
  • A beer from Avondale Brewing Co.
  • Live music from The Drennen Brothers, Murph + Automatic Slim
• When: Saturday, Apr. 12 | Time: TBA
• Cost: Single $25 | Couples $40 | More ticket options
• Details

6. St. Elias Lebanese Food + Cultural Festival @ St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church

• What: This April marks this popular festival’s 27th year in Birmingham. Try homemade Lebanese food, enjoy traditional Lebanese dancing demos, bid on premium items during a silent auction, + more. There will also be a live Lebanese band, so prepare to dabke like no one’s watching! 
• When: Friday, Apr. 25-Saturday, Apr. 25 | 10AM-9PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

7. 24th Annual Gardendale Magnolia Festival @ Gardendale Civic Center

• What: Grab the fam for this two-day event in Gardendale. There will be 160 vendors, 26 food trucks, two stages of live entertainment, a pooch parade, car show, kids’ zone, petting zoo + more. 
• When: Saturday, Apr. 25-Sunday, Apr. 26 | 10AM-5PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

8. Magic City Art Connection @ Sloss Furnaces

• What: Magic City Art Connection is one of Birmingham’s largest and most popular arts festivals. Enjoy a weekend highlighting local + national artists, a variety of music + dance performances, kids’ art experiences, sculpture installations, food, + more. 
• When: 
  • Friday, April 25 | 12PM-6PM
  • Saturday, April 26 | 10AM-6PM
  • Sunday, April 27 | 10AM-5PM
• Cost: Adults $15 | Kids 18 and under, free admission
• Details

9. Corks & Chefs: A Taste of Birmingham @ Sloss Furnaces

• What: Raise your glass—Corks & Chefs will be toasting its 28th year this April. The event takes place during the annual Magic City Art Connection festival and is the place to discover Birmingham’s culinary arts, amazing food, wine, craft beer, spirits, cocktails + tasting seminars.
• When: Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 12-3PM
• Cost: TBA
• Details

10. Bob Sykes BBQ and Blues Festival @ DeBardeleben Park, Bessemer

• What: Barbecue + Blues team up for this beloved festival in Bessemer. Expect great food from Bob Sykes BBQ, live music, arts + crafts, outdoor exhibits, vendor booths + more. *Bring a chair or blanket + secure a great spot to enjoy the festivities. 
• When: Saturday, April 26 | 11AM-6PM
• Cost: Advance $10 | Day of $15
• Details

11. Magic City Mimosa Festival @ Sloss Furnaces

• What: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo weekend during this spirited festival filled with tequila-based mimosas, tacos, games, DJ + more. 
• When: Saturday, May 3 | 12-4PM
• Cost: $25
• Details

Spring festivals in Birmingham—May 2025

12. Magic City Wine Fest @ Hoover Met Stadium

• What: Prepare for the ultimate taste testing. During this event, you’ll get to drink wine + beer specific to different regions across the globe. There will also be live music and local restaurants offering food for purchase. 
• When: Saturday, May 3 | 6-9PM
• Cost: General admission $55 | VIP $85
• Details

13. Arts & Crafts Festival @ Homestead Hollow, Springville

• What: Taking place just a short drive from Birmingham, this festival features fine arts, unique handmade crafts, food + pioneer demos featuring wood carving, blacksmithing, quilting, whiskey making + more.
• When: Friday, May 9-Sunday, May 11
• Cost: Adults $10 | Ages 12 and under free admission
• Details

14. Do Dah Day Festival @ Cahaba Brewing Co.

• What: Get your pups leash ready for one of Birmingham’s most exciting dog-friendly events. Throughout the day, there will be live music, a dog parade with costumes, food, drinks, + so much more. Proceeds benefit Birmingham-area animal charities. 
• When: Saturday, May 17 | Time: TBA
• Cost: Advance $8 | Day of $10 | Kids under 12, free admission
• Details

15. Mt. Laurel Spring Festival @ Downtown Mt. Laurel

• What: Spend the day at this vibrant street fair featuring live music, food from local area restaurants + food trucks and shopping at artisan + farmer pop-up booths. 
• When: April 5 | 10AM-3PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

16. Bloomin Festival @ St. Bernard’s Prep School, Cullman

• What: You’ll love this family-friendly arts + crafts fair in Cullman. There will be 150+ booths filled with artists demonstrating + exhibiting their unique handcrafted work, plus other festival essentials like food, drinks, + music. 
• When: Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 | 9AM-4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

17. Patton Creek Art Festival @ Patton Creek, Hoover

• What: Head to Hoover for this fun art festival in Patton Creek. The event showcases fine artists + master craftsmen from throughout Alabama. While you discover new favorite artists, enjoy live music, food vendors + more for the whole family.
• When: Friday, April 11-Saturday, April 12 | 8AM-6PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

18. Magic City Tequila Festival @ Frank Building Rooftop

• What: If you’re a tequila connoisseur or just love having a good time, this event is for you. The Magic City Tequila Festival will feature some of the finest tequila, delicious food, live DJ, games + more. *Must be ages 21+ to attend.
• When: Saturday, Apr. 19 | 5-9PM
• Cost: General Admission $75 | VIP $125
• Details

19. Vestavia Hills Wing Ding @ Vestavia Hills City Hall

• What: Festival-goers won’t want to miss this festival. It includes all-you-can-eat wings, live music, bounce houses + family-friendly games. Event proceeds help raise funds for local charities + student scholarships. 
• When: Saturday, April 26 | 4-7PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

Spring festivals in Birmingham—May 2025

20. Birmingham Folk Festival @ Avondale Park

• What: Save the date for this lively festival where you’ll experience family-friendly music, art + community.
  When: May 17 | Time: TBA
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

21. Leeds Creek Bank Festival @ Leeds Memorial Park

• What: Attend this event for non-stop entertainment featuring arts + crafts including jewelry-making, car show, kids’ activities, live entertainment, a rubber duck race, hula hoop + moon pie eating contests, + more!
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 10AM-4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

22. Jewish Food + Culture Fest @ Levite Jewish Community Center

• What: Take part in one of Birmingham’s favorite outdoor food events featuring live music, good food, children’s activities + more.
• When: Sunday, May 18 | Time: TBA
• Cost: Free admission
• Details OR https://bjf.org/event/jewish-food-culture-fest-2/

23. Birmingham Taco Fest @ Sloss Furnaces

• What: Love tacos? You won’t be able to resist this festival benefiting Bare Hands, Inc. Enjoy taco vendors + food trucks, dessert vendors, community arts activities, farmstand + art market and music + dancing.
• When: Sunday, May 18 | 1-7PM
• Where: Sloss Furnaces, 20 32nd St N., Birmingham, AL 35222
• Cost: Early entry $30 | General Admission $10 | Day of General Admission $15 | Kids 12 and under free admission
• Details

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