Fosters Loop Road / Tuscaloosa County (Free!)
2025-07-19 07:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Chevron in Foster, Fosters, AL, United States
Event Description: Ready to explore one of Tuscaloosa County’s best-kept birding secrets? Join us for a morning on Fosters Loop Road, https://alabamabirdingtrails.com/2014/06/01/cypress-lakefoster-fields/ a scenic mix of paved and dirt roads winding through a patchwork of Alabama habitats—think open fields, shady pine plantations, cypress swamps, and everything in between!We’ll kick things off birding along roadside scrub, cropland edges, and enchanting pinewoods carpeted with Bracken ferns. From there, it’s on to wetlands thick with cattails and cypress, mixed woodlands, and even a few friendly rural yards. Expect to see a lively mix of feathered friends: buntings,…
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Mountain Brook Market Day
2025-07-19 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for Mountain Brook Market Day in Mountain Brook Village & Lane Parke for sales, shopping, and fun! Some of the most elevated boutiques with their lowest prices you will find all year long.

Mom’s Basement Cleanup Series – July 19
2025-07-19 09:00 - 15:00
When: Saturday, July 19th 2025 from 9 am to 3 pm
Meeting Location: Hwy 280 Cahaba Blueway Access
Day of event contact: Wil Rainer, Mobile: (901) 210-7850
Availability: We have room for 22 volunteers in CRS boats. Participants are welcome to bring their own craft. Please indicate during registration if you plan to bring your own boat.
Registration: Click here!

What to expect:
This is a paddling cleanup in canoes.
Our trip will take place on the Cahaba River just upstream of the Highway 280 bridge. There is a low head dam downstream of the bridge that backs up the river for about 3.5 miles. This reservoir is the drinking water source for nearly 1,000,000 Alabamians, about 20% of the state.We’ll meet at the Highway 280 boat launch at 9:00 AM. Please park on the Target side (east side) of the Cahaba River — the same side as the boat launch. Morning traffic on the bridge can be hectic, and parking here avoids crossing the bridge. You’ll park along Cahaba River Rd — if you’re in the large gravel lot, you’re on the wrong side.

CRS will provide canoes, paddles, life jackets, grabbers, bags, and gloves. There is no charge for this trip. Folks are absolutely welcome and encouraged to head to the CRS website for donations to offset program costs to CRS.

After every Mom’s Basement Cleanup there will be an afterparty at Mom’s Basement with drink specials and prize giveaways for each participant! Details will be given at the cleanup.

What to bring:

Water (at least 1 liter)
Lunch
Sunscreen
Sun hat
Close-toed shoes

You are welcome to bring a cooler for your water and lunch, but alcohol is prohibited.

Register HERE

You will receive a reminder the week before this event with further information. If you have questions you are welcome to email volunteer@cahabariversociety.org.

A huge thank you to our 2024 Community Partner of the Year, Mom’s Basement, for partnering with us on this cleanup series.

City Walkers Walking Club
2025-07-19 10:00
Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM!

Beginner Pickleball Clinic
2025-07-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-19 14:30 - 16:00
Join us for the Pickleball 101 Clinic! Step onto the court and start your pickleball journey in our Beginner Clinic! This fun and interactive session includes an hour of skill-building drills and instruction, followed by a 30-minute practice session to apply what you’ve learned. Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to improve your fundamentals, our supportive coaches will guide you every step of the way. Register below or contact us for more information.
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Tasting Workshop: The World of Coffee
2025-07-19 10:00 - 11:00
Join Raani Coffee’s Praveena Sundarraj for a deep dive into the global world of coffee. Praveena is a beverage developer, coffee roaster, and Q Grader who launched Dryft Coffee (now Raani Coffee) in Birmingham. She will discuss her childhood growing up on a fourth generation tea farm in India, which led to her extraordinary career in coffee. This program will discuss different types of coffee and cultural brewing methods and will end with a tasting of global brews. After the workshop, be sure to visit the standout coffee sets in the BMA’s newest exhibition, Silver & Ceremony from Southern Asia, 1830–1930.
This program is limited to 20 participants and will be ticketed; registration will open on June 1.
This event is SOLD OUT

Batty About Bats
2025-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Ruffner Mountain, 1214 81st St S, Birmingham, AL, 35206, United States
Vicky Beckham Smith will introduce you to the wonderful world of bats during her live bat presentation!
You will learn:
• About bats from around the world including the 15 species of AL bats
• The truth about myths we often hear
• How important these winged critters are to our environment with their special adaptations, varied feeding strategies and various roosting places
• About the different sizes of bats through various mounted bats and life size silhouettes and the differences between micro bats and mega bats.
Vicky will bring live native bats and Egyptian fruit bats for you to meet. There will be plenty of photo opportunities as she shows off the special flying mammals. Vicky holds USDA, USFWS and state permits that allow her to house and use the bats for educational purposes.
‍Vicky Beckham Smith, owner of A-Z ANIMALS, is known as “The Bat Lady”. Some people even say she is batty! Vicky’s teaches about a wide variety of topics including mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates, plants and fossils. She teaches in schools, at special events, at summer camps and at libraries reaching over 5,000 people a year.Vicky was recently honored with the 2024 BEEP (Best Environmental Education Program) Award for the Best Environmental Education Curriculum for her Bats, Bugs and Biodiversity Program developed for AL State Parks.

Journey to Africa Cultural Arts Street Festival
2025-07-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Cahaba Brewing Company, 4500 5th Ave S Ste C, Birmingham, AL, 35222, United States
Journey To Africa’s Cultural Cultural Arts Street Festival is a celebration of African Influences on the Culture! We hope this festival will grow to be one of the largest festivals in Alabama! The day will be full of 50+ local vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and much more. We anticipate 900-1000 participants based on last year’s participants. The festival will take place at Cahaba Brewing Company in Avondale on July 19th from 11:00am-4:00pm , 4500 5th Ave S. Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
To become a vendor/sponsor please register on our website.

Intro to Pickleball
2025-07-19 11:15 - 12:00

Book Event with Author Amanda Denham
2025-07-19 12:00 - 15:00
Amanda Denham is a local Birmingham author who will be selling and signing her first novel, Sin Eater, at the 2nd & Charles in Hoover. The book is a young adult urban fantasy, perfect for ages 13 and older. She hopes to inspire others to write and draw, along with promoting mental health awareness.

Bark and Learn
2025-07-19 13:00 - 16:00
Join us in the Barkery parking lot for the Rescues on 85h Bark and Learn!

Firehouse 8th Annual Shoes and Brews Cornhole Tournament
2025-07-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Avondale Brewery, 201 41st Street South, Birmingham, 35222
Join Firehouse Shelter on Saturday, July 19 from 1–5 PM at Avondale Brewing for our signature summer event! This FREE event is always a blast — with a cornhole tournament (officially sanctioned by the Alabama Cornhole Association), prize drawings, a silent auction, and amazing community energy, all to support our mission of helping men experiencing homelessness get back on their feet.
Bring your friends, bring your family to this amazing FREE event that benefits the vital work of Firehouse Shelter!

Tasting Workshop: The World of Tea
2025-07-19 14:00 - 15:00
Join Raani Coffee’s Praveena Sundarraj for a deep dive into the global world of tea. Praveena is a beverage developer, coffee roaster, and Q Grader who launched Dryft Coffee (now Raani Coffee) in Birmingham. Sundarraj was raised as the fourth generation of a tea-growing family in Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, India. This program will illustrate various tea types and brewing methods and end with a tasting of different varieties. After the workshop, be sure to visit the stunning tea sets in the BMA’s newest exhibition, Silver & Ceremony from Southern Asia, 1830–1930.
This program is limited to 20 participants and will be ticketed.
This event is SOLD OUT

Back to School Bash
2025-07-19 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a free community Back-to-School Bash designed to equip and uplift families as they prepare for the new school year. This event is open to the public and will feature food and drinks, free backpacks and school supplies for students, bounce houses, prayer for the upcoming school year, free haircuts for boys, and a grand prize drawing. It’s a fun and meaningful afternoon for the whole family!

Location: 1795 Riderwood Trail, Birmingham, AL 35214
Hosted and Organized By: Connection Point Church

Zest in the City: Lemon Drop Festival
2025-07-19 16:00 - 21:00
Get ready for the ultimate summer vibe at the Birmingham Lemon Drop Festival, happening Saturday, July 19th from 4–9PM at Lit On 8th.
Experience good energy and even better drinks at Zest in the City: Lemon Drop Festival, featuring:
🍋 Lemon drop cocktails
🎶 Live band + DJs
🍴 Food trucks & curated vendors
🔥 Hookahs + cigars
🎯 Games & photo-ready moments throughout
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and make yourself comfortable.
Think yellow. Think fresh and photo-ready. This is your sign to pull out that yellow fit, with brights, neutrals, and summertime style all in the mix.
Bars will be fully stocked, so while lemon drops are the star, they’re far from the only option!

July Bike Night
2025-07-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson, 333 Cahaba Valley Pkwy N, Pelham, AL 35124, Birmingham
July Bike Night is rolling into Heart of Dixie H-D on Saturday, July 19th—and it’s going to be one unforgettable night! From 5 to 8 PM, we’re turning up the summer heat with food, music, and fun for everyone.
• LIVE MUSIC: Warped Records will be rocking the lot with their high-energy set
• FREE FOOD: Come hungry and grab a bite—while supplies last!
• VENDORS: Browse and support local vendors with plenty to explore
• GIVEAWAY: Don’t miss your shot at scoring an awesome prize
Whether you’re a die-hard rider or just looking for a good time, this is your place to hang out, meet up, and celebrate everything H-D.
Date: Saturday, July 19th
Time: 5 – 8 PM
Location: 333 Cahaba Valley Pkwy N, Pelham AL 35124

The Dinner Detective True Crime Mystery Dinner Show - Birmingham
2025-07-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Birmingham Marriott Hotel 3590 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham. AL35243
North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Birmingham, AL! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.
Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.

Three on a String
2025-07-19 18:30 - 21:30 | North Highlands Baptist Church, 4851 15th Street Road, Hueytown, AL, 35023, United States
Join us for a night of music and laughter as three talented musicians play their hearts out on stage!

BMX Day
2025-07-20 - 2025-07-21

Birmingham Restaurant Week: Sipology
2025-07-20 11:00 - 14:00
Don’t miss Sipology, Birmingham Restaurant Week’s newest must-taste event! Sunday, July 20 from 11a.m.–2 p.m at City Walk Social (in the yellow block of City Walk Bham: ​​2200 9th Ave. N., Birmingham, AL 35203 – between 22nd and 23rd St. N.).
With a Sunday Brunch theme this edition, BRW’s signature event Wineology has been reimagined to include a wider variety of drink options and even more fun with photo ops, art, dancing and more! Guests can explore great flavor pairings through this small-bite and drink-tasting event. Explore refreshing beverages made with sponsored liquors, all of paired with delicious hors d’oeuvres from local catering companies.
This event will sell out!
When: Sunday, July 20 from 11a.m.–2 p.m.
Where: City Walk Bham/City Walk Social (2200 9th Ave. N., Birmingham, AL 35203)
Cost: Tickets are $35 per person in advance. A limited number of walk-up tickets can be purchased at the event for $40 per person.
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Stained Glass Ornament - Honey Comb Ornament
2025-07-20 13:30 - 16:30 | RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – 810 4TH AVE N, Birmingham, AL, United States
Click here to register:
https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-6254615

Join us for a hands-on stained glass ornament workshop where you’ll craft your very own radiant honeycomb piece. Whether you’re inspired by nature’s geometry, buzzing bees, or just love the glow of sunlight through colored glass — this class is a perfect introduction to the world of stained glass art!

What You’ll Learn:

• Glass Grinding: Use our diamond grinders to smooth and shape your pieces for a perfect fit.

• Copper Foiling: Wrap your glass edges in copper foil to prep for soldering — a key step in Tiffany-style stained glass.

• Design Your Own Layout: While we provide pre-cut hexagonal pieces in honey tones and rich complementary colors, you’ll arrange them however you like — symmetrical, chaotic, or even forming a bee!

• Soldering: Use our soldering irons to fuse your glass pieces together with silver seams.

10th Anniversary & Back to School Benefit Concert (Birmingham Youth & Young Adult Fellowship Choir)
2025-07-20 15:30 - 17:30 | 16th Street Baptist Church, 1530 6th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The Birmingham Youth & Young Adult Fellowship Choir will celebrate its 10th Anniversary with a Back to School Benefit Concert on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 3:30 PM at the Historic Sixteenth Street Baptist Church. The event will feature special guests Dr. Michael McClure, Sr., Dr. Timothy Woods, Sr., and Myesha Underwood. Free school supplies will be provided to K-12 students (child must be present to receive). Join us for an afternoon of powerful music, worship, and community impact.

Beginner Blacksmithing: Troll Cross
2025-07-20 17:00 - 19:00 | RED MOUNTAIN MAKERS – FORGE AREA
Click here to register:
https://www.redmountainmakers.org/event-6254643

In this class, students will forge their own Troll Cross, a traditional Scandinavian iron amulet believed to protect the wearer from trolls, evil spirits, and dark magic. Originating in Swedish and Norwegian folklore, the Troll Cross was typically worn or hung above doorways to ward off malevolent forces and misfortune. The symbol, resembling an upside-down loop or Odal rune, was rediscovered in the 1990s when blacksmiths began reviving Nordic folk practices and reintroducing the piece as both a spiritual charm and a striking piece of wearable ironwork. During the workshop, students will heat, twist, and shape raw steel into their own protective amulet using hammer and anvil, learning basic blacksmithing techniques while connecting to a deep-rooted cultural tradition.

About the Instructor

: This class is taught by

Kenneth of Fire & Brimstone Forge

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Age

: there are no age restrictions to the class, however minors must be accompanied by an adult.

What to wear:

At RMM, you must dress safely and appropriately. Arrive for class in all-natural fiber clothing (100% cotton), long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long hair must be tied back. Nylon, polyester, spandex, or other synthetics are not allowed around machines, equipment, or processes that can produce hot fragments, sparks, or flames. Additional protective gear will be provided as needed.

Please review our

Refund and Cancellation Policy

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Tio Lucho’s Pop-up at Adiõs
2025-07-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Adiõs, 2218 1st Avenue North, #Suite 100, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Chef Arnaldo Castillo of Tio Lucho’s in Atlanta is bringing his vibrant Peruvian flavors to Adiõs for one night only on Sunday, July 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. He’ll be serving a special dinner menu for the evening, and Adiõs will be offering the classic Peruvian spirit, Pisco, to complement the dishes. Kicking off the celebrations early, a live DJ set from Latinos Con Onda will run from 5 to 8 p.m.

Summer Skate Camp
2025-07-21 - 2025-07-22, 2025-07-22 - 2025-07-23

Beneath the Surface
2025-07-21 09:00 - 12:00
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Children’s Summer Camp

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Inspired by Kate Messner’s Over and Under series, we will explore the many ecosystems at the Gardens. We will explore micro-worlds of soil as we find gardening secrets, splash into the world of water, tour the desert, and cool off in the rainforest as we discover ecosystems that live and thrive beneath the surface. Explore and create with soil, clay, water, and more!
Monday, July 21 —Friday, July 25 | 9 a.m.—noon

Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support!

Grades k-1
Grades 2-3
Grades 4-6
Become a member

Cancellation & Refund Policy
Refunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons, we will issue a full refund.

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Lash Tech Registration
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-22 15:00
The Salvation Army Center of Hope welcomes you to the Lash Technician Registration event! Join us in person at 2015 26th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35234 to become a certified lash technician. Learn the latest techniques, tips, and tricks in the lash industry. Whether you’re a beginner looking to start a new career or an experienced tech wanting to refine your skills, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your lash game and take your career to the next level. Register now to secure your spot!

Clipped Up Mondays
2025-07-21 17:00 - 20:00 | City Walk Skate Park, 1706 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Join us at the Skate Park for Clipped Up Mondays! Cameras will be rolling – come get a clip!
