32 November 2026 events in Birmingham: Moss Rock, Día de los Muertos + more

November in Birmingham is one of my favorite times of the year. So many annual traditions, holidays and festivals are coming up, plus some exciting new opportunities are coming to the Magic City this month.

Keep scrolling to see 30 events we are looking forward to in November 2026.

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• Find out how you can celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Birmingham
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November 2026 arts events

1. Christmas Village Festival

• What: You won’t want to miss this festive shopping opportunity. Birmingham’s annual Christmas Village Festival returns to the BJCC the first weekend of November featuring over 750 vendors, holiday treats and an appearance from Santa himself. Get your Christmas gift and decor shopping done in one place at this massive, four-day market.
• When: Thurs, Nov. 5–Sun, Nov. 8, 2026
  • Thursday–Saturday: 10AM–7PM
  • Sunday: 12PM–5PM
• Where: The BJCC, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost:
• Adult: $16 (Price increases to $18 after Nov. 3)
• Kids 5 & under: FREE
• More details + tickets

2. Moss Rock Festival

• What: Bring the whole family out for this fall tradition of art, nature, collaboration, sustainability and smart living. The 21st annual Moss Rock Festival is stacked with fan-favorite activities like the Beer Garden, tree sapling giveaways, special exhibitions, ways to support local environmental initiatives and so much more.
• When: Sat, Nov. 7, 2026, 10AM–5PM | Sun, Nov. 8, 2026, 10AM–4PM
  • Beer Garden hours: 12PM–3PM on Saturday + Sunday
• Where: Hoover Metropolitan Complex, 5508 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
• Cost: Tickets available in advance + at gate
  • Adult admission (without Beer Garden): $13 in advance, $15 at the gate (one ticket includes Saturday + Sunday access)
  • Adult admission + Beer Garden (must be 21+):
    • Saturday: $40 in advance, $45 at the gate
    • Sunday: $35 in advance, $40 at the gate
  • Kids 18 & under: FREE admission
• More details + how to get tickets

3. MAMMA MIA! presented by Broadway in Birmingham

• What: You can see this feel-good musical production with songs you know and love from ABBA right here in Birmingham. The BJCC Concert Hall will show Mamma Mia! for one week only, so don’t miss your chance to get tickets for this fan-favorite story told through timeless music.
• When: Tue, Nov 17, 2026–Sun, Nov 22, 2026
  • Tues–Fri: 7:30PM
  • Sat: 2PM + 7:30PM
  • Sun: 1PM + 6:30PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $60–$256
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4. Holiday Arts + Crafts Bazaar

• What: Get your holiday shopping done with more than 100 local artists and craft vendors to choose from with goods ranging from art, jewelry and decor to homemade baked treats. The Holiday Arts + Crafts Bazaar is a celebration of the talented folks in Irondale and an opportunity for you to get to know local makers. The best part? This two-day art market is free to the public.
• When: Sat, Nov. 21–Sun, Nov. 22, 2026
  • Saturday: 10AM–4PM
  • Sunday: 12PM–3PM
• Where: Shades Valley High School gymnasium,  6100 Old Leeds Rd, Irondale, AL 35210
• Cost: FREE
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5. NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

• What: Experience a Christmas classic and the largest Nutcracker production in North America inside the beautiful Alabama Theatre. The breathtaking performance, daring acrobatics and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score make this a night your family will cherish for years to come.
• When: Sat, Nov. 21, 2026 | Doors open: 2PM, Show begins: 3PM
• Where: Alabama Theatre, 1817 3rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $46.58+
• More details

November 2026 education events

6. Growing Microgreens: From Seed to Plate

• What: Offering home gardeners a nutrient-dense, quick-to-harvest indoor crop that can grow in any window sill, microgreens are a great way to exercise your green thumb. Learn from a master gardener how to plant, grow and harvest this versatile produce and learn how you can incorporate microgreens into your cooking. Participants will leave the lesson with a microgreens growing kit.
• When: Tues, Nov. 3, 2026 | 5:30PM–7PM
• Where: Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Exploration Classroom, 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Cost: $35 for members of Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, $40 for non-members
• More details + tickets

7. Ceramics: Hand-building ornaments

• What: Get ahead of the holiday season with this festive craft night. This two-part course takes students through the full ceramics process, with the first class focusing on small-scale sculpting and the second on the fundamentals of underglazing. 
• When:
  • Part 1: Thurs, Nov. 5, 2026 | 5:30PM–8:30PM
  • Part 2: Thurs, Nov. 12, 2026 | 5:30PM–8:30PM
• Where: MAKEbhm, 4000 3rd Ave S Ste 102, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Cost: $145
• More details + tickets

8. Up Close: Inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe

• What: Get up close and personal with the work of Georgia O’Keeffe like never before. The first portion of this class will explore the famous artist’s works, including how she used scale, cropping, simplified form, composition and color to set her works apart. Then, you can pick up your paint brush and choose a floral subject to create your own O’Keeffe-inspired work of art. 
• When: Sat, Nov. 7, 2026 | 2PM–4PM
• Where: Alabama Art Supply, 1006 23rd St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Cost: $25
• More details + tickets

November 2026 music events

9. Jonas Brothers: The Burning Up Tour All Over Again

• What: This sibling trio of heartthrobs returns to Birmingham for another incredible show. Get ready for the nostalgia as they bring some old fan favorites back to the stage at Legacy Arena at the BJCC.
• When: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | 7:30PM
• Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $65.40+
• More details + tickets

10. 8Ball & MJG with Bun B

• What: Southern hip-hop heads, this one is for you! Legendary Memphis duo 8Ball & MJG are teaming up with Houston rap icon Bun B for an elevated black-tie performance backed by Atlanta’s Renaissance Orchestra.
• When: Fri, Nov. 6, 2026 | 8PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Starting at $120.20
• More details + tickets

11. Tracy Lawrence

• What: Texas-born country music star Tracy Lawrence is bringing a catalog full of 90s country staples like “Time Marches On” and “Sticks and Stones” on his No Alibis tour. 
• When: Sat, Nov. 7, 2026 | 7PM
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $72.15+
• More details + tickets

12. The Fab Four: Tribute to the Beatles’ A Hard Day’s Night

• What: The Emmy Award-winning Fab Four will make you think you’re seeing the Beatles live with their attention to detail and accuracy in playing some of the band’s biggest hits. Hear the iconic soundtrack from A Hard Day’s Night in addition to some of their greatest tracks from every album.
• When: Sat, Nov. 7, 2026 | 7:30PM
• Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Avenue N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $47.58+
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November 2026 entertainment events

13. It’s Fall, Y’all

• What: Come celebrate Avondale Brewing’s 15th birthday with a family-friendly lineup of carnival games, fair food, beer specials, giveaways, live music and more. 
• When: Sun, Nov. 1, 2026 | 2:30PM–5:30PM
• Where: Avondale Brewing Co., 201 41st St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Cost: FREE
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14. Bare Hands Inc.’s 24th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival

• What: One of Birmingham’s most colorful traditions is back! Bare Hands, Inc.’s Día de los Muertos festival is bringing art, culture and community to Sloss Furnaces. During this special event, you can explore beautiful ofrendas, catch traditional dance and music, enjoy local food and dessert vendors, discover unique creations at the artist market, take part in interactive art activities and more.
• When: Mon, Nov. 2, 2026 | 3PM–8:30PM
• Where: Sloss Furnaces, 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL, 35222
• Cost: $15 in advance | $20 at doors | Free admission for kids 12 & under
• More details + tickets

15. Nick Cannon presents: Wild ‘N Out Live—The Next Generation

• What: See some of comedy’s biggest names escape the TV screen during this hilarious live showdown of rap battles, lightning-fast improv skits and talented comedy squads aiming to come out on top. Wild ‘N Out first premiered on MTV in 2005 and has since helped many notable comedians break into successful careers.
• When: Tue, Nov 24, 2026 | 8PM
• Where: Legacy Arena at the BJCC, 1898 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: $53.85+
• More details + tickets

16. Line Dance Night

• What: Try your hand (or foot, I guess) at a southern bar-favorite activity: line dancing at one of Birmingham’s most iconic venues. At Saturn’s Line Dance Night, you’ll get expert guidance as you learn new dance moves before the festivities really begin for an all-out, toe-tapping good time. Cowboy boots not required, but encouraged.
• When: Sun, Nov. 29, 2026
  • Lesson: 7PM–8PM
  • Dancing: 8PM–12AM
• Where: Saturn, 200 41st St S, Birmingham, AL, 35222
• Cost: $15
• More details + tickets

November 2026 good cause events

17. Southern Music Research Center presents the Excelsior Band

• What: This afternoon concert in the Lakeview Marina outdoor music venue is an opportunity to support preservation of the diverse musical history of the south. Founded in 1883, Mobile’s Excelsior Band is likely this country’s oldest marching jazz band, according to SMRC. Bring your friends and family for a feel-good afternoon filled with beautiful music to support a nonprofit.
• When: Sun, Nov. 1, 2026 | 3PM
• Where: Lakeview Marina, 518 32nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: $28.90
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18. Dancing with the Stars of the Magic City

• What: Prepare to be entertained at this annual charity dance competition for First Light, a local nonprofit offering emergency housing to homeless women and families. Choose a team to support, watch the competition live or join the virtual live stream if you can’t be there in person. Either way, your support makes you the real star of the evening.
• When: Thurs, Nov. 5, 2026 | 6:30PM
• Where: Lyric Theatre, 1800 3rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost:
  • Livestream: $20
  • General admission: $30
  • Reserved seat: $50
• More details + tickets

19. After Hours Shopping, Thank You Books

• What: Pop in to Thank You Books after hours for a good cause shopping spree, where 10% of sales will go to the Levite Jewish Community Center. Cheese and wine will be provided (for those 21+) so browse the shop, grab a new favorite read or get a head start on holiday shopping for the bookworm in your life.
• When: Thurs, Nov. 5, 2026 | 6:30–8PM
• Where: Thank You Books, 5502B Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35212
• Cost: Varies by purchase
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20. Adopt a Golden Meet + Greet

• What: Thinking about adopting a dog? Local nonprofit Adopt a Golden Birmingham is here to help. You can meet some of their available pups, learn about the organization and find out what other community events they are hosting to help Golden Retrievers and Golden mixes in need of forever families.
• When: Sat, Nov. 14, 2026 | 9:30AM–11:30AM
• Where: Hollywood Feed Mountain Brook, 2800 Cahaba Village Pl, Suite 180, Mountain Brook, AL 35243
• Cost: FREE
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21. Tragic City Rollers Skate-a-thon

• What: Get your skate on with Birmingham’s roller derby team and nonprofit, the Tragic City Rollers. Meet the team, enjoy retro 90s vibes and sponsor a skater as they skate as many laps as possible to raise funds for the upcoming roller derby season.
• When: Mon, Nov. 16, 2026 | 7PM–9PM
• Where: Skates 280, 7043 Meadowlark Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
• Cost: $10
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22. Irondale Turkey Giveaway

• What: The City of Irondale is sharing seasonal blessings with community members in need. If your family could use some help filling out the table on Thanksgiving, visit Irondale City Hall’s Turkey Giveaway drive-through event. One free turkey per family will be available while supplies last.
• When: Sat, Nov. 21, 2026 | 8AM–9AM
• Where: Irondale City Hall, 101 20th St S, Irondale, AL 35210
• Cost: FREE
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November 2026 health + wellness events

23. Mindful Nature Walk

• What: Relax and reset for the upcoming week with an intentional morning stroll through Red Mountain Park. This guided experience will include meditation and observation throughout the 2-mile walk encouraging you to connect with the natural environment. 
• When: Sun, Nov. 1, 2026 | 9AM–10:30AM
• Where: Red Mountain Park, 2011 Frankfurt Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
• Cost: $5
• More details + registration

24. State of Diabetes, Birmingham

• What: Join the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to learn, connect and take steps towards a healthier community. This event features a panel of health experts discussing the latest in diabetes impact and treatments, ADA resources and practical ways to manage diabetes.
• When: Tues, Nov. 3, 2026 | 11AM–1PM
• Where: Boutwell Auditorium, 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: FREE
• More details + registration

25. KultureCity Birmingham Race

• What: Launched in 2024, the KultureCity Birmingham Race is an annual inclusive running event that supports KultureCity—a leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting sensory inclusion and accessibility for people with sensory sensitivities, including autism, PTSD and dementia. Held on the third weekend of November, the Birmingham Race consists of three running events: a half-marathon, a 5K and a one-mile Fun Run.
• When: Sat, Nov. 21, 2026
  • First race begins at 7:30AM
• Where: Powell Steam Plant, 1830 Powell Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Varies by race
• More details + how to register

November 2026 nature events

26. AOS/AWC Bird Walk

• What: Go on a guided birding adventure with the Alabama Wildlife Center and Alabama Ornithological Society. This leisurely outdoor walk is beginner friendly and a great photo opportunity for those nature photography enthusiasts. Comfy shoes and binoculars are recommended.
• When: Sat, Nov. 14, 2026 | 8AM–10AM
• Where: Limestone Park, 2280 US-31, Alabaster, AL 35007
• Cost: FREE
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27. Pet Photos with Santa + Mrs. Claus

• What: Help your furry friend get their Christmas picture with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at Remy’s Dog Park in Red Mountain Park. Don’t worry if you’re not a skilled photographer; a pro will be on-site taking high quality images that will be emailed to you with plenty of time to send out Christmas cards. People are welcome to be in the photos with their pets, regardless if they’ve been naughty or nice.
• When: Sat, Nov. 28, 2026 | 9AM–12PM
• Where: Red Mountain Park, 2011 Frankfurt Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
• Cost: $10 for Jefferson County Greenways members, $20 for non-members
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November 2026 sports events

28. Birmingham Bulls

• What: Support Birmingham’s pro hockey team at their home games, featuring fun activities for fans, merch giveaways and more. The Bulls play five home games in November and every game has something new in store.
• When:
  • Fri, Nov. 6, 2026 | 7PM, Health Care Hero Night
  • Thurs, Nov. 12, 2026 | 7PM, Greek Night
  • Fri, Nov. 20, 2026 | 7PM, Military Night
  • Sat, Nov. 21, 2026 | 7PM, Auburn vs. Alabama Alumni Night
  • Fri, Nov. 27, 2026 | 7PM, Adult Jersey Giveaway
• Where: Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL 35124
• Cost: $22+
• More details + how to get tickets

29. UAB Blazers Football

• What: Cheering on the Blazers at Protective Stadium is a fall Saturday tradition for many folks in Birmingham. UAB is playing two home games in November against the Charlotte 49ers and UTSA Roadrunners. 
• When: 
  • UAB Blazers vs Charlotte 49ers: Sat, Nov. 7 | 1PM
  • UAB Blazers vs UTSA Roadrunners: Sat, Nov. 21 | Time TBA
• Where: Protective Stadium, 1001 22nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Varies by seat
• UAB Blazers vs Charlotte 49ers tickets
• UAB Blazers vs UTSA Roadrunners tickets

Ongoing events

30. Survival of the Slowest (special exhibit)

• What: A real sloth is now at the McWane Science Center! Survival of the Slowest is bringing live animal encounters and interactive fun that show how being a little bit slower than most (or a bit unusual) can be a superpower in the wild. Bonus: This exhibit is for all ages, so bring the whole family and spend the day exploring.
• When: Now–Dec. 2026
  • Wed–Fri: 9AM–5PM 
  • Sat: 10AM–5PM
  • Sun: 12PM–5PM
• Where: McWane Science Center, 200 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Included in general admission to McWane Science Center
  • Adults (ages 13-64): $20.95 each
  • Kids (ages 2-12): $16.95 each
  • Seniors (ages 65+): $19.95 each
  • Kids (under age 2): Free admission
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31. Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience!

• What: Get dolled up in your hottest Barbie pink and maybe just one shoe (because who knows where the other one went?!), then head to McWane Science Center for this exciting experience. Explore six decades of Barbie careers through hands-on activities, meet inspiring women, learn about Barbie creator Ruth Handler and even step inside a life-size Barbie box for the ultimate photo op. Whether you have a kid in their Barbie prime or loved the doll growing up, this is one event you won’t want to miss out on. 
• When: Sat, Sept. 26, 2026–Sun, Jan. 10, 2027
  • Wed–Fri: 9AM–5PM
  • Sat: 9AM–5PM
  • Sun: 12PM–5PM 
• Where: McWane Science Center, 200 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Cost: Included in general admission to McWane Science Center
  • Adults (ages 13-64): $20.95 each
  • Kids (ages 2-12): $16.95 each
  • Seniors (ages 65+): $19.95 each
  • Kids (under age 2): Free admission
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 32. Revolutionary Roots: Celebrating Alabama’s Unique History + Natural Beauty

• What: Vulcan Park & Museum is honoring America’s 250th by spotlighting Alabama changemakers—past and present—who helped shape the state and country. From Calvin McGhee and Carrie Tuggle to Virginia Durr, Clyde Foster, Ashley M. Jones and Dr. Carlos E. Alemán, the display highlights powerful stories that are often overlooked. It all comes together around a striking tree installation that shows just how deep Alabama’s roots run.
• When: Now–Jan 2027
  • Sun–Thurs: 10AM–8PM
  • Fri–Sat: 10AM–9PM
• Where: Vulcan Park & Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
• Cost: $8
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