10 Birmingham bars open the night before Thanksgiving

The night before Thanksgiving has become one of the biggest bar nights of the year, as people head back to their hometowns and meet up with friends and family before Turkey Day. Whether you’re bar-hopping, catching up with old friends or just looking to kick off the long weekend with a drink, Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 26) is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the local scene.

Here are a few great spots to check out in Birmingham before the holiday feast begins.

1. Adiõs

Adiós will be open until midnight on Thanksgiving Eve. The Mexico City–inspired cocktail bar in downtown Birmingham is known for its creative tequila and mezcal drinks and vibrant, stylish atmosphere—the perfect spot to grab a handcrafted cocktail before the holiday.

• Location:  2218 1st Ave North, Birmingham Al 35203
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Closed Thanksgiving
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2. Black Market Bar and Grill 280

Black Market Bar & Grill is the perfect spot to bring friends and family on Thanksgiving Eve or Thanksgiving Day. They’ll be open Wednesday night for drinks, and on Thanksgiving, doors open at 5 PM with food served until midnight. Cap the night off with 9PM trivia—a fun way to reconnect and make the holiday weekend memorable.

• Location:
  • 280 Location: 3411 Colonnade Pkwy, #800, Birmingham, AL 35243
  • Avondale Location: 4100 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Thanksgiving 5PM-12PM
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3. Hold Your Horses

Hold Your Horses will be open on both Thanksgiving Eve and Thanksgiving Day! Enjoy creative Christmas cocktails, seasonal concoctions, and warm winter drinks in their quirky, festive atmosphere—a cozy spot to kick off the holiday celebrations.

• Location:  112 24th St N #102, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Open Thanksgiving
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4. House of Found Objects

House of Found Objects is the perfect spot to bring out-of-town friends for a truly memorable night. This downtown Birmingham bar doubles as an immersive art experience, with bubble machines, vintage typewriters and quirky installations around every corner. Grab one of their inventive cocktails and explore the whimsical, playful atmosphere together.

• Location: : 2205 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Holiday Hours: Wed, Nov. 26 until midnight | Closed Thanksgiving
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5. Neon Moon

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Neon Moon is the perfect spot to bring out-of-town friends for a lively pre-Thanksgiving night out. Known for its creative cocktails like the “It Takes Two” (tequila, mango, orange & jalapeño) and its energetic dance floor, it’s a fun spot to throw back a few shots and kick off the holiday weekend.

• Location: 2316 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Holiday Hours: Wed, Nov. 26 | 8PM-2AM
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6. The Fennec

The Fennec is a great spot to catch up with friends before Thanksgiving. On Wednesday, they’ll host happy hour from 5:30–8PM with live music from Wesley Hill, making it the perfect stop for drinks and tunes before the holiday.

• Location: 1630 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Closed Thanksgiving
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7. The Garage

The Garage will be open Wednesday until 11 PM and on Thanksgiving Day from 6–11 PM. Stop by for a cold beer, a hearty sandwich and a relaxed spot to catch up with friends before or after the holiday feast.

• Location: 2304 10th Terrace S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Thanksgiving 6PM-11PM
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8. The Nick

(L) Check out the Thanksgiving Potluck this year. (The Nick); (R) The Nick Rocks in Birmingham. (Pat Byington / Bham Now)

The Nick is the ultimate spot to celebrate Thanksgiving Eve or Friendsgiving with out-of-town friends. On Wednesday, catch Sundrop live on stage while enjoying happy hour specials from 2–9PM. Then on Thanksgiving Day, swing by for a Friendsgiving dinner and keep the celebration going—they’ll be open until 5AM, making it easy to toast the holiday in style.

• Location: 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Wed, Nov. 26 | Thanksgiving until 5AM
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9. Tin Roof

Tin Roof is the go-to spot for Thanksgiving Eve fun with friends and family. Open 11AM–2 AM, you can enjoy all-day drink deals like:

• $20 Domestic Buckets
• $30 Nutrl Buckets
• $5 White Claws & Cayman Jack Margaritas
• $6 White Claw Vodka

Happy hour runs 3-6 PM with:

• $3 Domestic Bottles & Cans
• $3 Wells
• $4 Party Shots (Green Tea, White Tea, Lemondrop, Fireball)
• $5 Seltzers
• $5 Select Liquor (Titos, Jack Daniels, Jameson, Espolon Blanco, Captain Morgan)

It’s a lively, budget-friendly spot to kick off the holiday weekend with friends and family.

• Location: 2709 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 | Closed Thanksgiving
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10. Tucana Tiki Bar

Tucana Tiki Bar will be open on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving until midnight. Even better, the bar is launching a brand-new holiday menu on Tuesday, Nov. 25—just in time to grab a festive cocktail and kick off the holiday week in tropical style.

• Location: 1143 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 (Located in The Denham Building)
• Holiday Hours: Open Wed, Nov. 26 until midnight
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