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Sunday November 2nd
Dia De los Meurtos
It is sure to be an energetic All Soul’s Day, Día de los Muertos, and Alabama’s Day of the Dead Festival (Dia de los Muertos numero doce). This year is our twelfth celebration! It will take place in our same great spot on 1st Avenue South in Birmingham, AL.
We look forward to seeing you at the festival. Please do NOT bring your pets or cooler or picnic baskets. Please do bring yourselves and friends and a small altar or memento of remembrance. Dress in bones, as a sugar skull or for a fiesta! Join in the procession!
Gates Open at 4:00 pm
PRICE: $10 Everyone age 13 and older | $3 Kids age 12 to 7 | Free under age 7
WHERE: 2115 1st Avenue S
Moss Rock Festival – The Preserve
Celebrate nature, open spaces and eco-ideas through art and design at this highly popular annual Moss Rock Festival. There is something around every corner for visitors to discover including juried art influenced by nature; a sculpture competition showcasing outdoor installations and designs – this year’s theme is “Big Ole’ Bug” where kids from surrounding schools will create a giant bug made only of recycled materials. There’s more — eco-friendly living ideas, products, businesses and organizations; live music, kids’ art workshops for all ages; the 1st annual sweets expo and tasting; a smart-living section where companies across Alabama display and sell their products and services to promote healthier eating and lifestyles. There will be guided hikes in the Moss Rock Preserve; great food and drinks and more. Don’t forget about the Beer Garden- a section of the festival where local breweries walk guests through the ins and outs of craft beer. Come enjoy art, design, green living ideas, and the great outdoors under a blanket of beautiful fall colors. Bring the whole family and get outside!
10am – 2pm
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Monday November 3rd:
Monday Movie – Homewood Public Library
Join us for popcorn and a drink as we watch a great movie!
One popcorn and one drink per patron, please.
3:30pm
Tot Time with Mrs Eve: Show and Tell – Avondale Library
You bring something special for show and tell, and I will too! Join Mrs. Eve for a fun-filled morning of show stopping stories and songs. Tot Time is geared for 2 to 4 year olds with a caregiver (no groups please). 24-hour advance registration required.
9:30 and 11:00am
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Tuesday November 4th:
Fall for Fall – Hoover Public Library
Stories and crafts for all ages.
6:30pm
Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us for Storytime, activities and Cafe treats. We love to share our favorites!
11am
Evenings at Emmet O’ Neal Library
You bring the family, we’ll bring the board games and LEGOs for free play. All ages. No registration required.
6pm
Baby Tales – North Shelby Library
A story time designed especially for babies and their caregivers. Stories and music provide interaction for the babies and time for caregivers to talk and share with each other. Ages: Birth to 18 months. Registration Required. Registration will begin one week prior to program date.
9:30am
All Ages Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Join us for music, puppets, dancing, and so much more in Story Time!
Large groups, we appreciate your call to 205-332-6619 to ensure adequate space.
10:30a
Family Tours, What’s in a Face– Birmingham Museum of Art
FREE // Meet in the Main Lobby
Join the Museum educators to explore the galleries in a fun, interactive experience! Discover Bart the Art Bat’s favorite artworks during these FREE, drop-in tours. After your tour, visit Bart’s ArtVenture to make an art project inspired by what you saw. What will you discover?
Explore the Museum for portraits with a Museum educator. How are the portraits in the galleries different from each other? Come back to Bart’s ArtVenture to create your own unique portrait!
10:30am
Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us for Storytime, activities and Cafe treats. We love to share our favorites!
11am
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Wednesday November 5th:
Christmas Village – BJCC Arena and Exhibit Halls
Over 700 booths! Photos with Santa! Food Court! Free Package Check Service!
Even though we search throughout the year for exhibitors with quality crafts, in many cases quality does not necessarily mean expensive. Stocking stuffers priced less than one dollar may be found on the same aisle as a one-of-a-kind original watercolor.
Private Shopping Day – $20, must be purchased in advance.
For one day you can shop with ease WITHOUT strollers, 2 wheeled rolling bags, and wire shopping carts. Our handicapped customers have found this the perfect day to maneuver through the aisles.
9am – 4pm
Family Story Time with Mr Mac – North Shelby Library
Storyteller Extraordinaire – Come join Mr Mac and his musical storytime complete with puppets! All Ages, no registration required.
10:45am
All Ages Storytime – Homewood Public Library
10:30am
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Thursday November 6th:
Christmas Village – BJCC Arena and Exhibit Halls
Over 700 booths! Photos with Santa! Food Court! Free Package Check Service!
Even though we search throughout the year for exhibitors with quality crafts, in many cases quality does not necessarily mean expensive. Stocking stuffers priced less than one dollar may be found on the same aisle as a one-of-a-kind original watercolor.
Adult Tickets: $10.00
Children 6-12: $4.00
Children under 6 admitted Free!
$1.50 handling fee per order.
10am – 8pm
Mommy and Me Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Storytime for the youngest patrons and friends.
9:30am and 10:30am
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Friday November 7th:
Magical Tree Lighting – Riverchase Galleria
Join us for a day of family oriented music and entertainment leading to our Annual Magical Tree Lighting Ceremony. Don’t miss the Holiday Magic Parade and Santa’s arrival and of course… the big show! Entertainment begins at 11am with performances by: Desiree & Rush, Miss Used, Goodfellas, Jarrett & Allison, Byron Thomas, Brad Ryan, Alabama Dance Academy and Showstoppers Holiday Trio. Enjoy fashion shows by The Gap and Arzel and much, much more!
Music & Entertainment begins at 11am, the Holiday Magic Parade and the Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin around 7:00 pm.
Christmas Village – BJCC Arena and Exhibit Halls
Over 700 booths! Photos with Santa! Food Court! Free Package Check Service!
Even though we search throughout the year for exhibitors with quality crafts, in many cases quality does not necessarily mean expensive. Stocking stuffers priced less than one dollar may be found on the same aisle as a one-of-a-kind original watercolor.
Adult Tickets: $10.00
Children 6-12: $4.00
Children under 6 admitted Free!
$1.50 handling fee per order.
10am – 8pm
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Saturday November 8th:
Christmas Village – BJCC Arena and Exhibit Halls
Over 700 booths! Photos with Santa! Food Court! Free Package Check Service!
Even though we search throughout the year for exhibitors with quality crafts, in many cases quality does not necessarily mean expensive. Stocking stuffers priced less than one dollar may be found on the same aisle as a one-of-a-kind original watercolor.
Adult Tickets: $10.00
Children 6-12: $4.00
Children under 6 admitted Free!
$1.50 handling fee per order.
10am – 8pm
Penguin Party – Hoover Library
Join the black and white super spies for games, crafts and classified fun! All ages
10:30am
Family Tours, What’s in a Face– Birmingham Museum of Art
FREE // Meet in the Main Lobby
Join the Museum educators to explore the galleries in a fun, interactive experience! Discover Bart the Art Bat’s favorite artworks during these FREE, drop-in tours. After your tour, visit Bart’s ArtVenture to make an art project inspired by what you saw. What will you discover?
Explore the Museum for portraits with a Museum educator. How are the portraits in the galleries different from each other? Come back to Bart’s ArtVenture to create your own unique portrait!
10:30
Bart’s Art Cart – Birmingham Museum of Art
This drop-in art program for kids and families features a different theme from our galleries and art activity each month. Stop by to make art with Bart!
Create a flag that represents you! Take one home and string it up for all to see.
11am – 1pm
Family Storytime – Emmet O’Neal Library
Bring the entire family and join Mr. Mac for stories and music each Saturday morning.
10:30 a.m.
Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us for Paddington Storytime. This holiday season, enjoy the Barnes & Noble exclusive edition of the book – featuring a scrapbook of Paddington’s travels. Join us for Storytime and activities.
11am
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Sunday November 9th:
Christmas Village – BJCC Arena and Exhibit Halls
Over 700 booths! Photos with Santa! Food Court! Free Package Check Service!
Even though we search throughout the year for exhibitors with quality crafts, in many cases quality does not necessarily mean expensive. Stocking stuffers priced less than one dollar may be found on the same aisle as a one-of-a-kind original watercolor.
Adult Tickets: $10.00
Children 6-12: $4.00
Children under 6 admitted Free!
$1.50 handling fee per order.
12pm – 5pm
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Local Attractions Open Daily!
McWane Science Center:
IMAX
McWane Science Center’s IMAX® Dome Theater puts you in the center of the action by projecting breathtaking quality images onto the 5-story-tall dome screen and delivering intense surround sound through almost 3 tons of speakers and subwoofers.
Now Showing: Tornado Alley, Great White Shark, To the Arctic, Island of Lemurs: Madagascar
Birmingham Zoo:
Lorikeet Aviary – Our Lorikeet Aviary has more birds than ever! Zoo guests can feed these exotic birds every day. You and your family will see these birds’ behavior as they eat nectar out of your hand.
Weekends 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
PELICAN FEEDING – A great way to see our pelicans in action is to witness them eating their favorite treats near the pelican boardwalk.
RHINO ENCOUNTER – Embark on an African adventure and experience one of the world’s most extraordinary animals, the Southern White Rhino. Watch from only feet away as our zookeepers engage in hands-on interaction with the animals inside their African-themed exhibit. Don’t miss this exciting encounter with one of the largest mammals on the planet!
Weekdays: 3pm – 3:30pm
Weekends: 11:30am – Noon & 3pm – 3:30 pm
GIRAFFE FEEDING – This up close and personal animal encounter is a memory you and your family will have for a lifetime.
Weekday: 11am – Noon
Weekends: 10am – 11am & 2pm – 3pm
Vulcan Park and Museum:
Vulcan is the world’s largest cast iron statue; made of 100,000 pounds of iron and 56 feet tall, he stands at the top of Red Mountain overlooking the city of Birmingham. But, Vulcan is more than a statue. Vulcan Park and Museum features spectacular views of Birmingham, an interactive history museum that examines Vulcan and Birmingham’s story, and a beautiful public park for visitors and locals to enjoy. With an official information center that is operated by the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau, Vulcan Park and Museum serves as the first stop for visitors to the Birmingham area!
Railroad Park:
Railroad Park is a 19 acre green space in downtown Birmingham that celebrates the industrial and artistic heritage of our great city. Situated along 1st Avenue South, between 14th and 18th Streets, the park is a joint effort between the City of Birmingham and the Railroad Park Foundation. Hailed as “Birmingham’s Living Room,” Railroad Park provides a historically rich venue for local recreation, family activities, concerts, and cultural events, while connecting Birmingham’s downtown area with Southside and UAB’s campus.
Southern Museum of Flight:
Earn Your Wings – Bring your little pilot and soar above the clouds in our little pilots room. Kids enjoy building aircrafts, flying kites, and more.
Museum Open Tuesday – Thursday
9:30am – 4:30pm
Do you have or know of an event you would like to have added to our weekly calendar? Please email us at contact@birminghammommy.com, subject line “Events Calendar” – We would love to hear from you!
** All information listed on our calendar is subject to change without notice to us or you… We do our best to keep the information accurate and will always update as soon as we learn that something has changed. It’s always best to double check with the event via their website or a quick call, especially when weather can impact the event.
