Think there’s nothing to do in Birmingham? We disagree

Between professional sports, beautiful hiking trails and local classes, there is never a shortage of fun stuff to do around Birmingham—no matter you’re acitivity level.

The best part: Most are free or low-cost! Keep reading for ways to get active, meet new people and try something new all across The Magic City.

Have fun for free in Birmingham

Trying to explore the city but want to stick to a budget? Bham has just what you’re looking for.

Walking around the park on my lunch break or hiking on the weekends has become one of my favorite ways to see the beauty of Birmingham. And I do it alone!

Go see everything our city has to offer, regardless if anyone joins you.

• Bask in the beauty of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
• Enjoy city views at Vulcan Park.
• Play pickleball + explore City Walk BHAM.
• Get active in the cycling community.
• Go on a picnic at some of the coolest local parks.
• Hike along Birmingham’s best trails.
• Make a splash at area lakes.
• Roam the Birmingham Museum of Art.
• Take a fitness, cooking or dance class at Railroad Park.
• Volunteer with Birmingham organizations.

Get out + about in the Magic City

Maybe you’re a huge sports fan and want to support your local teams, or maybe you’d rather explore Birmingham’s art and literary scene—whatever you’re wanting to do, Birmingham has plenty of options.

• Belt out a tune at karaoke nights.
• Dive into Birmingham’s literary world.
• Explore the Birmingham Zoo.
• Get active with local community sports.
• Get involved with a young professional’s group.
• Test your knowledge at trivia nights.
• Stock up on produce at local farmers’ markets.

• Cheer on your favorite Birmingham sports team:
  • Barons baseball
  • Bulls hockey
  • Legion FC
  • Stallions football
  • Squadron basketball

Master a skill or learn something new

From pottery classes to learning a new language, there are plenty of ways around town for you test your knowledge, master a skill and have fun.

Check out some classes you can take around town:

• Learn a new language.
• Try an improv comedy class.

• Music classes:
  • Mason Music
  • Samford University Academy of the Arts
  • The Amy Murphy Studio

• Art classes:
  • Alabama Art Supply
  • MakeBhm
  • Sips n Strokes
  • Space One Eleven

The Magic City is a place to get out of your comfort zone. Eat lunch alone, introduce yourself to that person, invite someone new to coffee. Whatever it is, Birmingham is the perfect city to try it.

What’s your favorite thing to do in Birmingham? Tag us @bhamnow + let us know what we missed!