18 weekend events, including Regions Tradition + Pelham Palooza, May 16-18

A lively weekend awaits you, Birmingham! With exciting events like Regions Tradition, Pelham Palooza, Birmingham Folk Fest and more, your weekend is sure to be a blast.

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All Weekend—Friday, May 16-Sunday, May 18

 1. Regions Tradition @ Greystone Golf & Country Club

• What: Get ready for the biggest event of the summer—Regions Tradition! The annual PGA Tour Champions golf tournament returns for another tee-tastic event this May. See some of the top players compete for a $2.6 million purse, plus enjoy drinks, yummy food + more. This important event benefits good causes in and around Birmingham, including Children’s of Alabama.
• When: Now – Sunday, May 18 | Times vary
• Cost: $30-95
• Details + get tickets now

2. Alabama Ballet presents Unbound: A Series of Ever-Evolving Performances @ BJCC

• What: Get ready to see the Alabama Ballet in an all-new way. This bold double feature is set to the music of Johnny Cash and FKA Twigs. Timeless ballet meets modern music? Count us in!
• When:
  • Friday, May 16 | 7:30PM
  • Saturday, May 17 | 2PM + 7:30PM
  • Sunday, May 18 | 2PM
• Cost: $49+
• Details

Friday, May 16:

 3. Flower Day Market @ Ross Bridge Farmers’ market

• What: Find lovely locally-grown flowers + more during this special evening market in Ross Bridge. You’ll see vendors like Wild Honey Flower Truck + C&J Farms and food trucks including Wasabi Juans + Kona Ice. Plus, there will be live music, free face painting for kids + DIY mini bouquets.
• When: Friday, May 16 | 4PM-8PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

Saturday, May 17:

4. Birmingham Folk Festival @ Avondale Park

• What: Attend the annual BHAM Folk Festival for a day of free family-friendly music, art + community. Along with a great lineup of talented musicians performing a variety of genres, there will be local art and food vendors.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 11AM-7PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

5. Do Dah Day @ Cahaba Brewing Co.

• What: Dogs and their humans will love this beloved, long-standing festival, which benefits local animal shelters and related charities. This year’s event will be held at Cahaba Brewing Company and will feature music, brews and lots of sweet furry friends.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 11:01AM-5:01PM
• Cost: Advance tickets $8 | Day of event $10
• Details

6. Easterseals ESBA Golf Tournament @ Highland Park Golf Course

• What: Show your support for Easterseals of the Birmingham Area during their annual charity golf tournament on May 17. There will be a silent auction, various food and drinks and prizes for golfers who get a hole-in-one.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 8AM
• Cost: $162.50 per golfer
• Details

7. Leeds Creek Bank Festival @ Leeds Memorial Park

• What: The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Creek Bank Festival this May. Bring your family and friends along for festive activities like arts and crafts booths, live entertainment + great food from local vendors.
• When: Saturday, May 17, 10AM-4PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

8. The Queens: 4 Legends, One Stage @ Legacy Arena at the BJCC

• What: Hear four of the most legendary voices in R&B, soul + pop in this must-see concert featuring Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight + Stephanie Mills.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 8PM
• Cost: $59+
• Details

9. Cahaba Lily Festival @ Cahaba Lily Center

• What: The Cahaba Lily Festival is an annual celebration at the Cahaba Lily Center featuring keynote speaker Dr. Larry Davenport, fun vendors, a children’s play area, environmental presentations and lunch at the center. Plus— enjoy $10 canoe rentals for self-guided trips to view the lilies.
  • Helpful tip: The signal is unreliable in this location. While they can accept card, bringing cash or check is recommended.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 9AM-3PM
• Cost: $10
• Details

 10. Pelham Palooza @ Pelham City Park

• What: Pelham Palooza is a free family-friendly festival held annually at Pelham City Park featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors, a Youth Sports Parade, a kids’ fun zone + all-ages activities! Fun for the whole family.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 10AM-3PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

11. Crawfish Boil & Cornhole Tournament @ On Tap Liberty Park

• What: On Tap Sports Cafe in Liberty Park will host a lively charity event benefiting cancer research, featuring a crawfish boil, Abita beer, a cornhole tournament with prizes—including an Abita cast iron jambalaya cooker—and fun for all ages! Proceeds from crawfish trays, beer sales and tournament registration support the Amanda Pair Foundation.
  • Plus—Team registration includes two 3 lb trays of crawfish.
• When: Saturday, May 17 | 2-6PM
• Cost: 
  • Preorder crawfish for $25 or pay $30 at the door
  • Cornhole registration fee is $100 per team of 2 people
• Details

Saturday, May 17- Sunday, May 18

12. Alabama Bonsai Society Annual Spring Show @ Birmingham Botanical Gardens

• What: Join the Alabama Bonsai Society for their Annual Spring Show at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens Auditorium. This event offers a free, indoor event featuring stunning bonsai trees on display and for sale, live demonstrations of pruning and styling techniques and vendors offering pots, tools and soil.
• When:
  • Saturday, May 17
  • Sunday, May 18
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

13. Brick Fan Expo – A LEGO Fan Event @ BJCC North Exhibition Halls

• What: This is a must see event for the LEGO® fan of any age. There will be lots of LEGO® creations to view, building zones, games, speakers, character meets and more. See amazing displays created by professional builders and fans!
• When:
  • Saturday, May 17 | 10AM-5PM
  • Sunday, May 18 | 10AM-4PM
• Cost: $24+
• Details

14. Birmingham Barons vs Chattanooga @ Regions Field

• What: Cheer on the Birmingham Barons this May in their home games against Chattanooga.
• When:
  • Thursday, May 15 + Friday, May 16 | 7PM
  • Saturday, May 17 | 6:30PM
  • Sunday, May 18 | 4PM
• Cost: $10+
• Details

Sunday, May 18:

15. Free cooking classes with Chef Jonathan Harrison, Private Chef @ Railroad Park

• What: Don’t miss this delicious opportunity—local chefs will lead live cooking demonstrations, food tastings and share take-home recipes, so come early—register 30 minutes before your class to put your culinary skills to the test.
  • BONUS: The first 100 households to register will receive a free package of produce from Piggly Wiggly to recreate the recipe at home.
• When: Sunday, May 18 | 3:30PM
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

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

• What: Don’t miss one of Birmingham’s favorite outdoor food festivals this May. There will be lots to keep you entertained throughout the day, from live music and demonstrations to an open-air shuk market. You can expect lots of food, too, like stuffed cabbage rolls, falafel, Israeli salad, veggie matzah ball soup + cinnamon challah loaves.
• When: Sunday, May 18 | 11AM-3PM
• Cost: 
  • Prices vary by dish
  • VIP tickets: $125
• Details

17. Birmingham Taco Fest @ Sloss Furnaces

• What: Wild about tacos? Then this is the festival for you! It features some of Birmingham’s top taco vendors, food trucks and dessert vendors, plus music, dancing, community arts activities, a farm stand and an art market. Proceeds benefit Bare Hands, Inc. 
• When: Sunday, May 18 | 1-7PM
• Cost: $10+
• Details

18. Birmingham Legion FC vs Detroit City FC @ Protective Stadium

• What: Don’t miss the Birmingham Legion play this weekend against Detroit City. Come cheer them on!
• When: Detroit City FC—May 18 | 4PM
• Cost: $22+
• Details

Events coming up in Birmingham

• May 22: Grand Opening @ Good Dog Boutique Hotel
• May 28-June 1: Iron City Comic Con @ Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center
• May 30-June 29: Frozen @Red Mountain Theatre
• May 31-June 1: Iron City Comic Con @ BJCC
• May 31: Irondale Farmers and Makers Market @ 20^th St South in Irondale

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