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From sold-out arena shows to record-setting comedy specials, the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC)—Birmingham’s biggest entertainment district—truly outdid itself this year.

With 2025 drawing to a close, here’s a look back at 13 record-setting events you may have missed—as well as a friendly reminder that 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger.

Here’s what you missed at the BJCC in 2025 👇

With more than 1.1 million visits this year, one thing is clear—the BJCC is a powerful economic and cultural engine that adds significant value to the Magic City.

“The BJCC is consistently a top destination for visitors in downtown Birmingham. We track visit trends across downtown regularly for our bi-annual Downtown Economic Vitality Reports, and we can often trace the through line from popular BJCC events to extra vibrancy downtown.

But the BJCC adds more to downtown than only visitor numbers – it brings culture and entertainment of all kinds, and it is a source of pride for our region.”
David Fleming, President and CEO of REV Birmingham

Sports 🏀

With venues like the modernized Legacy Arena and the new Protective Stadium, Birmingham is becoming a major hub for sports in the Southeast. In March, crowds filled BJCC venues to the rafters for the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship (March 22), Monster Jam (March 29), SEC Gymnastics Championship (March 22) and the NCAA Women’s Basketball Regional (March 28-31)—proving once and for all that Alabama can care about more than college football.

Bonus: Click here to find out how the BJCC filled Protective Stadium with 9,200 tons of dirt for the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and Monster Jam.

Entertainment 🎭

The BJCC proved its worth this year as a hub for family-friendly entertainment, kicking off 2025 with circus magic at The Greatest Show on Earth presented by Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey (Jan. 31–Feb. 2). In September, the national touring production of Wicked held a thrilling multi-week run at the BJCC Concert Hall, while YouTube stars Dude Perfect transformed Legacy Arena into a trick-shot showcase in July.

Did you know? On April 26, popular comedian Shane Gillis made BJCC history as the highest-selling comedy show in Legacy Arena’s 50-year history.

Music 🎤

With an artist lineup that looked like your coolest friend’s Spotify Wrapped playlist, the BJCC had a little something for everyone this year. Fans of Americana flocked to see Alison Krauss & Union Station (May 4), while Forrest Frank (April 12) and Brandon Lake (Nov. 6) demonstrated the growing influence of powerful, faith-filled performances. Not to be outdone, hip-hop pioneer Jeezy (July 18) gave fans a night to remember, while Chris Brown capped the year with a high-energy stadium show (Oct. 11) that could be seen (and heard) for miles.

If you think 2025 was fun, just wait to see what the BJCC has up its sleeve for 2026 👇

Kick off the New Year with the Blue Man Group, an iconic trio specializing in music, comedy and jaw-dropping visuals.

When: Wednesday, January 7 + Thursday, January 8 | 7PM
Where: BJCC Concert Hall
Tickets: $57 to $133+, available online

Fans of country music will be delighted to hear that Cody Johnson will be performing back-to-back shows in early February.

When: Friday, February 6 + Saturday, February 7 | 7:30PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $74 to $332+, available online

One of the newest musicals on the Broadway circuit, MJ The Musical features more than 25 of the King of Pop’s greatest hits.

When: Tuesday, February 17 through Sunday, February 22
Where: BJCC Concert Hall
Tickets: $64 to $134+, available online

Join legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli for a night of breathtaking vocals and timeless classics during his first performance in Alabama.

When: Sunday, February 22 | 8PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $102 to $1,500+, available online

Contemporary Christian singer Phil Wickham is taking his tunes on the road on the heels of his most recent album.

When: Wednesday, March 18 | 7PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $52 to $208+, available online

Trailblazing country musician Eric Church will take Legacy Arena by storm in March while supporting his newest album, Free the Machine.

When: Thursday, March 19 | 7:30PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $42 to $270+, available online

One of the BJCC’s most popular stadium events, the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, returns in March!

When: Saturday, March 21 | 5:30PM
Where: Protective Stadium
Tickets: $38 to 190+, available online

In the early 2010s, The Lumineers helped pioneer the “stop/clap” style of folk-rock in the early 2010s—now, their latest tour brings them through The Magic City.

When: Wednesday, March 25 | 7:30PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $61 to $318+, available online

In 2023, legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld performed a sold-out show at the BJCC Concert Hall—now, he’s coming back for seconds!

When: Friday, March 27 | 7PM
Where: BJCC Concert Hall
Tickets: $86 to $422+, available online

See massive monster trucks fly through the air at Monster Jam, a loud, action-packed event at Protective Stadium.

When: Saturday, March 28 | 5PM
Where: Protective Stadium
Tickets: $40 to $169, available online

Enjoy a night of nonstop nostalgia with New Edition—the legendary R&B group out of Boston, MA—supported by Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton.

When: Saturday, March 28 | 8PM
Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC
Tickets: $102 to $455+, available online

Longtime friends, comedians and Saturday Night Live vets Steve Martin and Martin Short are teaming up once more.

When: Sunday, April 12 | 7:30PM
Where: BJCC Concert Hall
Tickets: $92 to $328+, available online

Hailed as “The Nicest Man in Comedy,” Nate Bargatze‘s The Big Funny tour was the #1 worldwide Comedy Tour in 2024—now, the popular comedian is returning to the BJCC for even more laughs.