City Walk BHAM Holiday Celebration

Sunday, November 23 | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Four festive experiences, one magical day at City Walk BHAM.

City Walk BHAM is kicking off the holiday season with a full-day celebration that brings together pets, families, shoppers, dancers, and Santa himself. The City Walk BHAM Holiday Celebration includes four unique experiences happening across the park, each designed to spread cheer and celebrate the season.

The Barkery Christmas Pawty

10:00 AM–3:00 PM | The Barkery
Presented by Gyms for Dogs

Bring your pups for a festive day of pet-friendly fun at The Barkery.
This holiday edition of The Barkery Pawty features:

• Bespoke Pet Portraits with Dawn from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM. Registration required.
• Paw Print Decorating Station with pet-safe inks.
• Pet Vendor Market with holiday treats and gifts.
• Photos with Santa for two-legged and four-legged friends.
• Giveaways, including one free annual membership and one 3-month membership add-on. Winners announced at 12:00 PM.

Friendsgiving at City Walk SOCIAL + Yellow Block Market & Green Block Activities

2:00 PM–6:00 PM

Spend the afternoon celebrating community, comfort food, and seasonal fun.

Entertainment & Activities
• DJ Will Janus throughout the day
• Rod Porterfield art station for kids
• Games including ping pong, bocce, table games, and Christmas corn hole
• Special Friendsgiving bites served “Lunch at a Bistro Table” at City Walk Social
• The Social Bar open with Friendsgiving-themed cocktails

Modern Greenbook Marketplace: Holiday Edition
Visit the Christmas Vendor Market in Yellow Block West, including a Vintage Christmas Photo Booth.

Live Programming
• 2:00–3:00 PM: DJ Free Play
• 3:00–4:00 PM: Line Dancing with Desi at the Social Stage
• 4:00–4:30 PM: DJ Free Play
• 4:00 PM: Special appearance by the Birmingham Squadron
• 4:30 PM: Giveaway announcements for Toys for Tots and the Food Drive
• 5:00 PM: DJ Free Play

Carolers & Santa Procession
At 5:30 PM, Santa and carolers begin caroling at the Social Stage and guide guests toward the Green Block for the final celebration.

City Walk BHAM Christmas Tree Lighting

6:00 PM | Green Block Amphitheater

The evening concludes with a joyful tree lighting ceremony led by Santa and Friends, including princesses, Santa’s helpers, and The Grinch. Join the countdown and enjoy a festive moment that officially marks the start of the holiday season at City Walk BHAM.