Reviewed by: Cindy Hatcher
22 weekend events, including The Magic City Classic at Legion Field—Oct. 24-26
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Birmingham, another lively weekend awaits you! With lots of weekend events, concerts and performances, it’s sure to be a good time.
Read on to see all the exciting things to do this weekend in Birmingham.
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Table of Contents
Friday October 24th—Sunday October 26th
1. Shop Save & Share @ Participating locations across Greater Birmingham

- What: Who says shopping can’t change lives? This special event, hosted by the Junior League of Birmingham, lets you score exclusive deals on 375+ retailers while making an impact in our communities. All you need to join the fun is a shopping card!
- When: Wednesday, Oct. 15-Sunday, Oct. 26
- Cost: Shopping card $40
- Details
Friday October 24th—Saturday October 25
2. MADE SOUTH Fall Market @ Events at Haven

- What: If you love a good holiday market, put this one on your calendar ASAP! It features 50+ of the South’s finest makers and artisans offering handcrafted goods of all kinds. There will also be delicious food and cocktails to enjoy while you shop.
- When:
- Friday, Oct. 24 | VIP Party 21+
- Saturday, Oct. 25 | Shopping sessions are from 9AM-1PM + 1-5PM
- Cost: VIP Party $52.40 | Saturday admission $10+
- Details
3. Merry Market @ The Arts in Gardendale
- What: Merry Market in Gardendale is a great place to start your Christmas shopping—or pick up a few treats for yourself. Enjoy holiday decorations, boutique apparel, accessories, pottery, quilts and so much more.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24-Saturday, Oct. 25
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
Friday October 24
4. The Rocky Horror Masquerade Ball @ Avondale Brewing Company
- What: You can’t have Halloween without some Rocky Horror fun. Celebrating “The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s” 50th anniversary, the night will be filled with costume contests and cash prizes, cult-classic chaos and more.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 6PM
- Cost: General admission $33.64 | VIP $81.12
- Details
5. Birmingham Bulls vs Macon Mayhem @ Pelham Civic Complex

- What: Nothing beats an ice hockey match with the Birmingham Bulls. See them bring the chill (literally) with an action-packed game that will have you cheering from the stands. Plus, the first 1,000 kids ages 14 & under get a Bulls replica jersey.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 7PM
- Cost: Varies by seat
- Details
6. John Crist @ The Alabama Theatre
- What: Catch John Crist live at The Alabama Theatre—a fun night of comedy you won’t want to miss.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 7PM
- Cost: $46
- Details
7. Scare Your Face Off Fest XV @ Saturn
- What: Get ready for Scare Your Face Off Fest XV at Saturn, where local musicians bring legendary classics to life for a night of Halloween mayhem. Come in costume for door discounts and compete for eerie prizes from Sanctum Tattoos and Comics, including a hand-painted horror trophy.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 9PM
- Cost: $10 in costume| $15 not in costume
- Details
8. The Summit Spooktacular @ The Summit
- What: Join the Summit Spooktacular for a night of family-friendly Halloween fun featuring trick-or-treating, a live DJ, food trucks, pumpkin decorating, face painting, balloon twisting and festive hair styling. Enjoy fall shopping and bring a coat to donate to the Share The Warmth drive with One Warm Coat—all happening in the Arhaus parking lot.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 5-8PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
9. Moonlight Movies: “Hotel Transylvania” @ Lane Parke
- What: Moonlight Movies returns to Lane Parke this Friday with a special Halloween screening of “Hotel Transylvania.” Grab a to-go dinner or drink from nearby restaurants, bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a spooktacular night under the stars.
- When: Friday, Oct. 24 | 6-9PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
Saturday October 25
10. Artplay Halloween Family Day @ UAB Artplay

- What: Grab your costume and get ready for a not-so-spooky good time filled with music, dancing, sweet treats and hands-on art activities perfect for all ages.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 1-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
11. Magic City Classic @ Legion Field

- What: The Magic City Classic—one of the oldest HBCU football games in the country—returns this Saturday. Drawing thousands of attendees, you can expect a must-see game between rivals Alabama A&M and Alabama State University, an incredible halftime battle of the bands, a parade, tailgate party and more.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25
- Parade: 8AM
- Tailgate: 10AM-2PM
- Game: 2:30PM
- Cost: $25
- Details
12. Samford vs Chattanooga @ Bobby Bowden Field at Pete Hanna

- What: Cheer on the Samford Bulldogs this Saturday as they face off against Chattanooga on a beautiful fall afternoon.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 2:30PM
- Cost: Varies by seat
- Details
13. Franks N’ Steins @ Cahaba Brewing Company
- What: Oktoberfest and Halloween in one? Sounds like the ultimate good time. Attend for a family-friendly event featuring costume contests, stein hoisting, a hot dog eating contest, trick-or-treating + live music.
- Proceeds benefit Libby’s Friends, a nonprofit helping ease financial burden for families living with a disability.
- When: Saturday, October 25 | Noon-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
14. Flicks Among the Flowers @ Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- What: Flicks Among the Flowers returns with a free outdoor screening of the 1995 classic “Casper.” Come dressed for the costume contest, bring a blanket or lawn chair and the whole family!
- Cost: Suggested donation of $5
- Details
15. Mt Laurel Fall Fest @ Mt Laurel Ave
- What: Celebrate the best of fall at the Town of Mt Laurel Fall Festival, featuring a vibrant street fair, delicious bites from local restaurants and food trucks and a full day of seasonal fun. Stroll the charming streets, shop local vendors and soak up the festive autumn atmosphere.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 10AM-3PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
16. Christmas Bazaar @ Pelham Civic & Ice Arena
- What: It’s never to early to get into the Christmas spirit. Come out to the Christmas Bazaar at the Pelham Civic and Ice Arena and shop unique gifts, festive crafts and holiday treats—perfect for the whole family.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 9AM-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
17. It’s Fall Y’all Fest @ Hueytown City Park
- What: The Hueytown Chamber is celebrating the season with its 5th Annual It’s Fall Y’all Fest. A day packed with kids’ crafts, candy, hayrides, inflatables, food trucks and festive contests. Join the fun with events like the Turkey Toss, Cackle Contest and Costume Derby Dash—bring your crew, dress up and enjoy a full day of community fall fun.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 4-6PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
18. Howl-oween Party @ TrimTab Brewing
- What: Join TrimTab Brewing for the Howl-oween Rescue Party & Dog Costume Contest on October 25th—an afternoon of spooky fun, tasty brews, local vendors and adorable pups in costume, all in support of Full Circle Rescue. With prizes, food, photo ops and 10% of drink sales going to rescue efforts, it’s a tail-wagging event you won’t want to miss.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 1-4PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
Sunday October 26
19. Jazz on 4th with UAB Jazz Ensemble @ The Carver Theatre
- What: Experience the UAB Jazz Ensemble live this Sunday for an evening of exceptional music and talent. This acclaimed group of select UAB students has earned first place in the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame Competition three times in the past five years, and we bet they’ll do it again!
- When: Sunday, Oct. 26 | 5-6PM
- Cost: $11.95
- Details
20. “The Phantom of the Opera” @ Alabama Theatre

- What: “The Phantom of the Opera” at the Alabama Theatre features the 1925 silent film classic accompanied by live organ music, creating a hauntingly immersive experience. Don’t miss this unique blend of film and live performance.
- When: Sunday, Oct. 26 | 2PM
- Cost: $17.92
- Details
21. Pierce The Veil @ Coca Cola Ampitheater
- What: Pierce The Veil is coming to the Coca-Cola Amphitheater for an unforgettable live show. Get ready for high-energy performances and a night of great music.
- When: Sunday, Oct. 26 | 6:30PM
- Cost: $27+
- Details
22. Trunk-or-Treat @ Asbury UMC

- What: Don’t miss Trunk-or-Treat at Asbury United Methodist Church on Sunday, featuring over 25,000 pieces of candy and 35 trunks. Enjoy a sensory-friendly trick-or-treat session from 3:30-4PM for friends with disabilities, delicious food trucks and a trunk decorating contest with prizes up to $200 for the best setups.
- When: Sunday, Oct. 26 | 4-6PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Details
Coming soon events
- Thursday, October 30—Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party @ BJCC
- Thursday, October 30—Harvest Jam @ The Village at Lee Branch
- Friday, October 31—Vulcan Spooktacular @ Vulcan Park
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