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SUMMARY:ARToberfest Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:ARToberfest: Sept. 5–6\, 2026 10 Am to\nWhy Join Us?\nBrand New Facility (2025): Fully indoor\, no weather worries\, and climate-controlled.\nPrime Location & Traffic: 10 mins north of Montgomery\, drawing from a 386\,000+ metro population (Montgomery\, Elmore\, Autauga counties and the cities of Montgomery\, Prattville\, Millbrook\, and Wetumpka\, AL). Alabama River Region\nConvenience: Ground-floor set-up with covered loading docks\, convenient hotels and free parking\nJuried Quality: Curated\, high-end\, original work.
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2026. Our festival is the largest vegan fest in Alabama. This FREE event is open to everyone\, 11am-5pm\, Sunday\, May 3rd\, at Cahaba Brewing Co. \nWe will showcase the booming local vegan scene\, so there will be a heavy emphasis on local food trucks\, popups\, and other vegan-friendly vendors. Also\, there will be plenty of traveling vendors with some great booths and food trucks. \nWe will also have DJ BRX on the beats\, face painting\, and more!. There will be multiple vegan door prizes\, worth hundreds of dollars\, given away each hour\, so stop by the Birmingham Vegan booth at the main entrance of Cahaba Brewing Co. to sign up for a chance to win! \nHere are some of the awesome folks you’ll see at the Birmingham Vegan Fest:\nSometimeatarian\nConscious Living LLC\nSolcial Veg\nFevers Plant Based Foods\nOh My Cod Vegan Seafood\nNew China Town\nImagine Vegan Cafe\nFresh 22 ATL\nAfya Bites\nSlutty Vegan Birmingham\nVujee Vegan\nHappi Pappi Beignets\nUncle G’s Pizza\nDivine Plant-Based Cuisine\nSuperior Vegan\nGageZ Cafe\nGOAP / The Creamy Spot\nSweet Rain Vegan Bakeshop\nJamies Cookie Dough\nVelvet Kake\, LLC\nTasteNCTreats\nAdored Sweets\nAromas from Home\, LLC\nTarez Kitchen\nNaughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co.\nShaejaes Wellness\nEden’s Farmacy\nAquality Farms\nHeyDay Greens\nShe is Candles\, LLC\nKhemistry Kandle\nSOC7ETY Artisan Candle Co.\nKing’s Olive Oil Company\nCantey Foundation Specialist\nBubble Nuggets\nAlexsandra Rose Skin &Wellness\nKissed By The Gods LLC\nYolaine’s Enhancing Skincare Products\nBrianna’s Natural Infusions\nNature’s Butterfly Kisses\nSoulSistah3.0\nThe Veggie Taste\nGuaranteed Comfort\nSheaReneProducts&Gourmettreats\nCurry’s Corner\nStory Time Ink\nGood Karma Eco Shop\nCentral Alabama Pride\nFull Circle Farm Sanctuary\nHappy Cow and Friends Hangout\nGraybloom Farm Sanctuary \nEvent Location: Cahaba Brewing Company \nAlso\, our host Cahaba Brewing Co. is very supportive of the vegan community\, and almost all their beers are vegan (exceptions are any milk stouts or honey beers). All of their cocktails\, mocktails\, non-alcoholic beers\, and THC drinks are vegan\, too! \nBirmingham Vegans started over a decade ago as a group to connect and grow the vegan community and build the vegan movement here and beyond. We have over 4\,800 Facebook followers\, over 1\,500 Meetup members\, and over 2\,900 Instagram followers. Birmingham is a special city with so much energy for progress\, and it has been exciting to see veganism grow alongside all the amazing things happening here. \nBirmingham Vegans has hosted hundreds of gatherings highlighting vegan entrepreneurs\, leaders\, educators\, and creators. We’ve put on festivals (in person and online)\, held regular meetups at restaurants\, invited the public into our homes for potlucks\, organized hiking and kayaking adventures\, held picnics\, conducted canned food drives\, and featured chef demonstrations\, vegan-themed films\, supported local sanctuaries by volunteering and donations\, and talks from authors.\nMessage us on social media if you are interested in volunteer\, vendor\, or sponsorship opportunities with the Birmingham Vegan Fest. \nEveryone is invited to attend—vegan\, veg-curious\, omnivore\, or whatever—so bring your friends who will be amazed at how delicious vegan food can be! This is a kid-friendly event\, and you can bring your animal companions\, too! Veganism is booming in Birmingham\, so come on out and see on May 3rd!\nPlease sign up here and/ or on the Meetup app to let us and our vendors know that you will be there!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-vegan-fest-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Co.\, 4500 5th Ave South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Beer,Community,Events,Festival,Festivals,Food Trucks,Health and Wellness,In-Person Events,Local Events,Music,Natural Heritage Event,sip & shop,Sustainability,Volunteer Opportunities,Walk,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Art in the Lot
DESCRIPTION:Come check out one our most popular events known as Art in the Lot\, which takes place twice a year. This free event serves as a platform to celebrate the exceptional gifts and talents of local artists and vendors. Presented by the Trinity Studio\, Art in the Lot welcomes over 80 artisans who passionately display their God-given abilities across a diverse range of mediums\, including painting\, woodworking\, ceramics\, jewelry\, fiber works\, and much more. Come explore and support these incredible local artisans!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/art-in-the-lot-2/2026-05-02/1/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 1400 Oxmoor Rd\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35209\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cedar Run 5K Benefitting Food for Our Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Cedar Run 5K benefitting Food For Our Journey on April 18\, 2026!\nThis community event in Birmingham features a chip-timed 5K for runners and walkers\, along with the Cedar Shake Fun Run\, a shorter-distance option perfect for families and participants of all ages. Held in conjunction with the St. Elias Lebanese Food Festival\, participants can celebrate their accomplishment by enjoying incredible food\, music\, and festivities after the race. Proceeds support Food For Our Journey\, serving individuals experiencing food insecurity and homelessness in our community. Register today at https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Birmingham/Cedar5K
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SUMMARY:Festa Italiana
DESCRIPTION:Experience the vibrant sights\, irresistible flavors\, and rich traditions of Italy in the heart of Birmingham at the third annual Festa Italiana\, hosted by the Italian American Heritage Society. Join us on Saturday\, April 11\, 2026 from 12 to 9 p.m. at the historic Sloss Furnaces (20 32nd St. N.\, Birmingham\, AL 35222) for a full day celebrating Italian culture\, community\, and heritage. After two successful\, sold-out years\, Festa Italiana returns bigger and more flavorful than ever—inviting guests of all ages to eat\, sip\, and stroll their way through an unforgettable Italian experience right here in Birmingham.\nFesta Italiana aims to immerse attendees in all aspects of Italian life\, from traditions and cuisine to language\, music\, and history. Whether Italian by blood or simply Italian at heart\, all are welcome. Guests can enjoy live music\, traditional dancing\, cooking demonstrations\, grape stomping\, bocce ball\, the Sugo Showdown\, an Italian auto display\, roving cannoli makers\, immersive cultural experiences\, and a lively evening procession honoring Italy’s patron saints.\nCompetitions are free and open for advance registration online. The Lakeshore Foundation Bocce Ball Tournament will feature a 32-person\, single-elimination bracket with trophies and prizes awarded to winners\, followed by open play. The crowd-favorite “Spina Stomp” Grape Stomping Competition returns with high-energy\, timed heats as teams compete to extract the most juice using only their bare feet. The Sugo Showdown will once again crown the city’s finest sauce\, with judging beginning at 11:15 a.m. and winners announced at 2:15 p.m. on the main stage. A new People’s Choice Sugo will allow attendees to join in the fun.\nThe Bruno Rumore Foundation Food Village will fill the air with the aromas of sausage-and-pepper sandwiches\, fried dough\, pizza\, savory Italian dishes\, cannoli\, and gelato. Authentic vendors including Molay Brothers\, Tre Luna\, Graffeo Brothers Italian Sausage\, Villaggio Colafrancesco\, Slice Pizza & Brew\, Joe’s Italian\, Da Big Italian\, Uncle G’s Pizza\, Carrabba’s Italian Grill\, Arnone’s Italian Sausage\, Pazzo Big Slice Pizza\, and Feast Catering & Culinary Kitchen will deliver a true taste of Italy. Cooking demonstrations and the Sugo Cook-Off will take place under the big tent at the Galbani Cooking Stage.\nIn the Festa Italiana Villaggio Culturale\, guests can explore a charming replica of an Italian village featuring a fountain\, church\, bakery\, museum\, and twinkling lights. Resources on ancestry research and dual citizenship will be available\, along with the Spina “Vineria” wine bar and the Italian American Heritage Society booth. The Festa Mercato Marketplace will offer Italian cookies\, olive oils\, fashion\, jewelry\, art\, home décor\, and specialty gifts.\nLa Musica d’Italia\, presented by Coca-Cola\, will showcase Italian favorites and traditional dances on the main stage. Performances will include the Montevallo Jazz Band\, The Suteras\, Crooner Matt Scalici\, headliner Joe Scalissi’s “Dean Martin Happy Hour” tribute\, and the Very Ranelli Dance Band. As the evening concludes\, festivalgoers will gather to dance the traditional Che La Luna.\nFamilies can visit the Festa Villaggio dei Bambini\, featuring games\, bouncy houses\, and hands-on activities designed especially for children. Scholarship winners will be recognized on the main stage\, and one lucky attendee will have the opportunity to win an eight- or nine-night trip for two to Italy\, valued at $13\,800\, through a donation raffle. Raffle tickets are $50 and may be purchased online or at the Italian American Heritage Society booth inside the Cultural Village.\nAdvanced general admission tickets are $10 and may be purchased at www.festaitalianabham.com. Day-of-event tickets are $15. Children 10 and under receive free admission. General admission includes entry only and does not include food or beverages. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets and register for competitions in advance.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/festa-italiana-3/
LOCATION:Sloss Furnaces\, 20 32nd St N\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coming Soon,Downtown,Family Days,Family Friendly Programs,Fun Outside,Local Events,Mini-festivals,Soothing Saturday,Special Events
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SUMMARY:St Symeon Orthodox Church Food & Culture Fair
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual St. Symeon Food & Culture Fair will be October 18 from 9-3 at St. Symeon\nOrthodox Church. Guests are invited to shop for baked goods and gifts\, enjoy hot lunch\nfoods\, tour the church\, hear the choir\, learn about church art and architecture\, and more!\nThe worship space at St. Symeon is entirely covered in floor-to-ceiling iconographic murals\,\nand guests can tour the church throughout the event. There will be three programs inside\nthe church this year: a new-for-2025 talk about church architecture at 10:15 a.m.; the\nalways highly anticipated choir concert at 11 a.m.; and the popular annual “What is\nIconography?” talk at 1 p.m.\nThe outdoor marketplace tent this year features six booths: the Middle Eastern Market; the\nBalkan Bakery; Babushka’s Kitchen; Southern Sweets & Savories; Cafe Europa; and\, new\nthis year\, Moana Munchies\, featuring Polynesian foods. The booths will have baked goods\nand other food items as well as art and other gifts. Guests will not want to miss the Opa!\nKabana loukoumades tent\, where church members will be serving up made-to-order Greek\nhoney puffs (a/k/a Hot Greek Donuts).\nAs always\, homemade pierogi will be available hot in the lunch line\, as will the large\nsausage rolls — hoagie rolls stuffed full of sausage and kraut. Frozen homemade pierogi are\nalso available by the dozen. The bookstore and gift shop will be open inside the church’s\nfellowship hall as well. All are invited to visit St. Symeon for this fun event! \nAddress: 3101 Clairmont Ave\, Birmingham\, AL 35205
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/st-symeon-orthodox-church-food-culture-fair/
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