Race cars, monster trucks + more sports in Birmingham this weekend

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Monster Jam is just one of the crazy sports in Birmingham this weekend. (BJCC)

It’s the start of a big weekend in Birmingham for sports. Monster trucks, race cars, glow-in-the-dark baseball and more are in the Magic City today, March 27 through Sunday, March 29—and we get a front-row seat!

Hope your calendars are clear, sports fans. Keep reading for details.

1. Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix

Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama
Indy Grand Prix is in Birmingham all weekend. (Eventive Sports)

The sports weekend is kicking off in Birmingham with the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix. The annual event boasts high-octane racing, plus fan experiences and food—what more could you ask for?

2. Cosmic Baseball

Regions Field (Bham Now)
The stadium lights at Regions Field will be black lights this weekend for Cosmic Baseball. (Bham Now)

A glow-in-the-dark twist on baseball is in Birmingham this Friday and Saturday.

Our Birmingham Barons are turning Regions Field into a neon-lit, high-energy game of Cosmic Baseball. Expect lights, music and an “out of this world” game with:

  • Black lights
  • Lasers
  • Pregame activities
  • Fan challenges
  • 7th inning rave
  • Home run derby

See you there:

3. Birmingham Stallions watch party

The Fennec
Cheer on the Stallions at The Fennec, March 27. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

While the Stallions aren’t in Birmingham this weekend, we can still cheer them on! The Fennec is hosting a watch party for their game against the Louisville Kings tonight at 7PM.

4. Monster Jam

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Monster Jam 2026 is here! (BJCC)

Truckloads of dirt filled Protective Stadium for one reason: Monster Jam. With big trucks, big noise and big excitement, the action-packed performance brings fan favorites like Grave Digger and Megalodon that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Last year, it packed out Protective Stadium!

Not a sports fan? There are plenty of more events across Birmingham this weekend. Check out our full guide.

Where will we see you this weekend, Birmingham? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know.

Callie Morrison
Callie Morrison
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