Lights Up at the Summit
2017-11-17 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Summit Shopping Center, 214 Summit Boulevard, Birmingham, 35243
Lights Up at The Summit is our annual kick-off to the holiday season! We’ll be sitting with friends and family listening to a live concert, watching the parade and fireworks, then ending the evening with The Summit all lit up for the holidays!
Be sure to stop by the American Family Care Photobooth, located near the Kendra Scott Terrace, for free photobooth fun! Santa will be there pre-parade (5-6 PM) and post parade/fireworks (7-8 PM.) Photos will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lights Up Agenda:
5:00-6:00 PM
-Holiday performances around the parade route, including: live performances from carolers, hip-hop dancers, and a Capella choir
-Santa Photobooth (sponsored by American Family Care) near the Kendra Scott Terrace
-Concert by The Elliott Davis Band (near Arhaus)
-Craft Table with BirminghamMommy.com
6:00-7:00 PM
-Parade Begins
-Lighting of the Tree
-Grand Fireworks Show
-Complimentary Balloon art on the parade route
-Craft Table with BirminghamMommy.com
7:00-8:00 PM
-Concert by Elliott Davis Band (near Arhaus)
-Faux Fallen Snow (near Arhaus and Concert)
-Santa Photobooth (sponsored by American Family Care) near the Kendra Scott Terrace
-Complimentary Balloon art on the parade route
-Craft Table with BirminghamMommy.com
The parade route will start at Barnes + Noble and end at the Johnny Rockets/Toy’s “R” Us corner. This event is free and open to the public.

North Pole Express at Heart of Dixie Railroad
2017-11-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2017-11-17 20:00 - 21:00, 2017-11-18 17:00 - 18:00, 2017-11-18 18:30 - 19:30, 2017-11-18 20:00 - 21:00, 2017-11-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2017-11-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2017-11-19 20:00 - 21:00 and 8 more dates | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040
“All Aboard” says the conductor, and your family’s journey begins to the North Pole! Through the dark night, the magical train makes its way to the top of the world! Upon arrival at the brilliantly decorated North Pole, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves board the train to visit with your family and give each child a keepsake! Be sure to bring your camera to get a photo of your family with Santa and Mrs. Claus! You’ll enjoy chocolate milk and cookies, sing Christmas songs, and listen to a special Christmas Story! The North Pole Express will make lasting Christmas memories for you and your family! For even more fun, be sure to wear your pajamas!
Coach Class $27
C&NW – A End (Live Entertainer) $37
First Class $47
Infant (0-24 months) Free

STARS Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas
2017-11-17 19:30 - 21:30, 2017-11-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2017-11-18 19:30 - 21:30, 2017-11-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Virginia Samford Theatre, 1116 26th Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35205
When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to discover the real meaning of Christmas.
STARS (Students Take A Role at the Samford) was created to give every child the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and supportive arts environment. By offering classes in conjunction with productions, our children are able to apply what they have learned in a hands-on and collaborative environment.
Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Student

Tannehill Trade Days
2017-11-18 08:00 - 16:00 | Tannehill State Park, 12632 Confederate Parkway, McCalla, AL, 35111
shoppers and swappers come from far and near to Tannehill Trade Days in search of tools, clothing, jewelry, knives, furniture and other treasures. We have 350+ vendors to come and see. (March – November) rain or shine.
Please Note: No Pets or bicycles are allowed in the Trade Days Area

Park admission:
$5.00 Adults (12 years and older)
$4.00 Seniors (Ages 62 and older)
$3.00 Children (Ages 6-11) ages 5 and under free

Cocoa with the Kids at The Pantry
2017-11-19 12:00 - 17:00 | The Pantry, 17 Dexter Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35213
The baby goats will be hangin at The Pantry this Sunday! Sip cocoa and have fun playing with the baby goats. These kids are ready for the holidays!

Turkey Science at McWane
2017-11-20 09:00 - 17:00 | AL
As Thanksgiving Day fast approaches, it’s time for Turkey Science, the only science activity that features November’s favorite bird. We’ll have lots of great public programs including Pumpkin Chunkin’, Design Challenge: Mayflower, and Dinner Table Science.

Toddler Tales at North Shelby Library
2017-11-20 10:00 - 11:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required.

Christmas at the Falls
2017-11-23 17:00 - 2017-12-23 21:00 | Noccalula Falls, 1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, 35904
Celebrate the Holiday Season at Christmas at the Falls 2017
Celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City of Gadsden at Christmas at the Falls. Enjoy millions of lights throughout the park with spectacular views from the paved walking trails or from the vantage of a ride on the park’s train. During your visit to see the light displays, you can stop for activities including cookie decorating, the petting zoo and hot chocolate. While visiting Christmas at the Falls don’t miss a chance to visit with Santa Claus, take a picture and drop a letter to the North Pole in Santa’s special mailbox at the Old Post Office in the Pioneer Village.

Christmas at the Falls runs nightly from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and kicks off on November 23rd at 5 p.m. and lasts through December 23rd. Christmas at the falls will reopen December 26th and conclude on December 30th. Tickets can be purchased at the Noccalula Falls Entry Pavilion each day starting at 4 p.m. In an effort to speed up the ticketing process and for an added convenience to our Christmas at the falls visitors, we’re offering ticket sales online.
You can purchase advance tickets at http://www.noccalulafallspark.com/ . Advance ticket holders can skip the purchase line and head straight to the entry pavilion with their paper or smartphone barcode ticket. Tickets for ages 4 and older are $6, 3 and younger are free. Weather conditions can cause the closure of Christmas at the Falls as the train cannot run in inclement weather. Weather closures will be posted on social media channels and can be confirmed by phone at 256-549-4663.

Christmas at the Falls includes a variety of special events adding further excitement and treats for visitors. Get a sneak peek of the lights on November 21st with Paws on the Falls. $1 from each ticket will be donated to the Etowah County Humane Society. Pets are welcome on a leash. The train and petting zoo will be unavailable at Paws on the Falls. On November 24th at 4:15pm we officially kick off Christmas at the Falls with the highly anticipated arrival of Santa Claus. He will then be at the park nightly from Nov. 24th though Dec. 23rd. December 6th visitors will experience holiday musical selections from the Gadsden State Show Band. December 7th Mrs. Claus will join the festivities for a special visit and story time at the Pioneer Village, where she’ll read “The Night Before Christmas” at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. December 19th will feature a visit from Ronald McDonald and friends and free cookies. Lastly, visitors can “Greet the Grinch,” the popular character from “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” on Nov. 24 and 30, Dec. 5, 16, and 23.

We hope you’ll come join us in celebrating the holiday season and spend an evening at Christmas at the Falls. With more light features, additional displays, a packed calendar and overflowing holiday cheer, we know that you’ll enjoy your visit. For more information and further details call 256-549-4663.

North Pole Express at Heart of Dixie
2017-11-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040

Brrrmingham - Ice Skating at Railroad Park
2017-11-25 10:00 - 22:00, 2017-11-26 11:00 - 2017-11-30 21:30 | Railroad Park, 1600 1st Ave South, Bir, AL, 35233
Railroad Park’s Brrrmingham, presented by Red Diamond Coffee & Tea returns November 25, with a bigger rink & enhanced experience. Just as last year, the rink will be positioned on the brick surface on Railroad Park’s Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza.
Tickets include skate rental.
$12/adult
$10/children under 12.
The group rate for 20+ skaters is $9/person.
Tickets are valid for the entire day. You are welcome to bring your own skates.
The Boxcar Cafe will be serving warm & delicious meals to anyone joining in the fun this winter, as well as Red Diamond coffee. Special recipe white hot chocolate & apple cider will keep skaters warm. New this year, the Boxcar Café will serve breakfast on weekends, including breakfast sandwiches, shrimp and grits, and grits bowls filled with a choice of Conecuh sausage, cheese, and eggs. Birmingham food trucks will also serve the park on various Saturdays.
Come join the fun! Use #Brrrmingham on Twitter and Instagram, & invite your friends.

Passport to Fun at Homewood Library
2017-11-27 15:30 - 16:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Traveling to various countries around the world takes hours, days, months, even years! Once a month on Tuesdays at 3:30 in the Children’s Department, we are going to take you on an adventure to a different country via crafts, movies, and food.
