Independence Day hours—what’s open in Birmingham 2025

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Lots of places around Birmingham are open this 4th of July! (Bham Now)

The 4th of July is this weekend, Birmingham! Wondering what’s open and what to do? We’ve got you covered. Read on for all the restaurants and activities to keep your Independence Day sparkling!

Restaurants open

Vulcan Fireworks
Thunder on the Mountain is a spectacular show at Vulcan Park in Birmingham. (Nathan Watson / Bama Buzz)

North Italia

Little Donkey

Tasty Town

Emmy Squared Pizza

Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint

Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails

  • Location: 2727 18th St S, Birmingham, AL 35209
  • Holiday hours: 6:30AM-9PM
  • Website

Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ

Frothy Monkey

Hero Doughnuts & Buns

Activities open

McWane Science Center
McWane Science Center. (Bham Now)

Great news! Both the Birmingham Zoo and the McWane Science Center will be open on the 4th of July. Don’t forget to catch one of the many fireworks shows around Birmingham, and stop by while you’re out enjoying the holiday:

Birmingham Zoo

McWane Center

Breweries

Back Forty
Enjoy a local beer this 4th of July. (Beth Cunningham / Bham Now)

Looking to spend the 4th at a local brewery? Here are some that will be open:

More eats open

Fireworks over Vulcan
Grab a bite to eat and watch fireworks this 4th of July. (Bham Now)

Still hungry? These restaurants are also open on July 4th and have Birmingham area locations:

Did we miss something thats open in Birmingham? Let us know @BhamNow and we can add it to our list!

Grace Garrison
Grace Garrison
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