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Heritage Festival at Jefferson Christian Academy
2017-10-14 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Jefferson Christian Academy, 1500 Heritage Place Drive, Irondale, AL, 35210
Families can enjoy a variety of entertainment such as carnival rides, huge inflatables, live music, arts and crafts vendors, informational booths, several food choices, great values in the silent auction, pony rides, games and more! This event is a great forum for crafters, small businesses and area retailers to have one-on-one exposure to all ages.

Goblin Gala at CHOM
2017-10-14 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Children’s Hands On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL
Spooks and Goblins, and Bats Galore…
Come for treats, games, and a whole lot more!
All activities included in admission!

Noccalula Falls Halloween Super Bash
2017-10-14 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Noccalula Falls, 1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, 35904
The City of Gadsden Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its 6th annual Halloween Super Bash at Noccalula Falls Park on Saturday, October 14th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL 35904).
The Noccalula Falls Halloween Super Bash is a fearfully fun and family-friendly event! Break out your costumes, and come enjoy games, inflatables, balloon fun with Big Sam, trick-or-treating, vendors and more. In the true spirit of Halloween, Noccalula Falls Park will have classic fall activities like bobbing for apples, and a pumpkin toss. The regular Park attractions will also get holiday twists with Halloween themed stops at the petting zoo, train ride and other locations around the park.
The Halloween Super Bash event will last from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., but Noccalula Falls will remain open until 5 p.m. for guests who wish to tour the park.
Tickets for the event are $6.00 for adults and children ages 4 and up. Season passes are not valid for the Halloween Super Bash.
For more information or questions about the Halloween Super Bash, call Janet Tarrance at (256) 549-4658 or the Noccalula Falls Park office at (256) 549-4663.

Birmingham Oktoberfest
2017-10-14 13:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Caldwell Park, 26th Street South and Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, 35205
Put on your lederhosen and join us for Birmingham’s biggest German-themed party, Birmingham Oktoberfest! On Saturday, October 14th enjoy a variety of deliciously cold beers, German food, live music, and a variety of games and activities!
General Admission Tickets Include:
• Souvenir 22oz Beer Stein
• (1) Complimentary Beer
VIP Tickets Include:
• Souvenir 22oz Beer Stein
• (4) Complimentary Beers
• (1) Meal Voucher
• Commemorative Birmingham Oktoberfest T-shirt

Members Only Night at the Birmingham Zoo
2017-10-14 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
October 14 is a new special Members Only Night where Zoo Members can experience Boo at the Zoo first and receive free admission!
Make plans to head to the Birmingham Zoo for Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo! Watch as the Zoo transforms into a destination of spooky attractions for 12 nights of Boo at the Zoo. New this year, come experience the excitement of the all-new Red Mountain Theatre Ghost Tour and Hayride* beginning at the Kiwanis Giraffe Encounter, and enjoy free games, strolling characters, Ghoul School, storytelling and inflatables on the new Henley Park event lawn.
Be sure to come dressed in your favorite family-friendly costume to ride the Spider Slide, jump on the Eerie Express Pirate Train, see a Schaeffer Eye Center Wildlife Show, ride the ghost rollers, take a spin on the Scarousel, collect candy on Trick-or-Treat Lane and SO much more! Enjoy live music every night by Feel the Beat Entertainment as you boogie at the Monster Mash dance party under the Safari Peak. Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo is one spook-tacular event you won’t want to miss!
*requires additional ticket
NEW THIS YEAR! Purchase a Premium Parking Space for $10
Parking spaces must be purchased in advance. Guests must have printed parking pass in dashboard of car.
Hayride and Ghost Tour – $5 per person
Individual Ride Ticket – $4
Ride Wristband (available at the Zoo) – $7
Family Plus Memberships receive free rides!
Beer & wine available for purchase on Friday & Saturday ONLY
Skip the long lines and purchase your tickets in advance!

Halloween Costume Night at Coyote Drive In
2017-10-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Coyote Drive In, 6200 Grand River Parkway, Leeds, AL, 35094
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTESTS and other Family-Friendly Activities from 530pm-730pm, before double feature Movies begin. “Corpse Bride” & “Addams Family” is a $3 Double Feature that also includes a Free Round of Mini Golf with every “Corpse Bride” / “Addams Family” Movie Ticket on October 14th Only.
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*Cash Prizes to all 9 Costume Contest Winners
*3 Costume Contest Age Groups: 4 & under, 5-11 & 12+
*3 Costume Categories in each Age Group: Scariest, Funniest &
Most Original/Creative

Shopkins Live!
2017-10-15 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Alabama Theatre, 1817 Third Ave North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
The grandest and cutest event of the year, Shopkins Live! The first ever Shopkins concert, where kids get to witness their favorite Shopkins and Shoppies characters up-close and see them perform live on stage! Shopkins Live is certainly the perfect kind of entertainment, creativity and fun, a musical show that is certainly not just for kids but also for those who are kids at heart. Kids get to see their favorite Shopkins webisodes turn into a real life production with a twist!
Each VIP Package includes: One (1) premium ticket in the first ten rows of the theatre One (1) meet and greet photo opportunity One (1) exclusive Shopkins Live! merchandise item One (1) exclusive Shopkins Live! VIP lanyard Access to an exclusive Shopkins Live! themed after-show party room, which includes fun activities for Shopkins fans.

Boo at the Zoo
2017-10-15 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-10-19 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-10-20 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-10-21 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-10-26 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
Make plans to head to the Birmingham Zoo for Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo! Watch as the Zoo transforms into a destination of spooky attractions for 12 nights of Boo at the Zoo. New this year, come experience the excitement of the all-new Red Mountain Theatre Ghost Tour and Hayride* beginning at the Kiwanis Giraffe Encounter, and enjoy free games, strolling characters, Ghoul School, storytelling and inflatables on the new Henley Park event lawn.
Be sure to come dressed in your favorite family-friendly costume to ride the Spider Slide, jump on the Eerie Express Pirate Train, see a Schaeffer Eye Center Wildlife Show, ride the ghost rollers, take a spin on the Scarousel, collect candy on Trick-or-Treat Lane and SO much more! Enjoy live music every night by Feel the Beat Entertainment as you boogie at the Monster Mash dance party under the Safari Peak. Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo is one spook-tacular event you won’t want to miss!
*requires additional ticket
NEW THIS YEAR! Purchase a Premium Parking Space for $10
Parking spaces must be purchased in advance. Guests must have printed parking pass in dashboard of car.
Members: $15 – Unlimited Rides and Admission
Members: $8 – Admission Only
Non-Members: $18 – Unlimited Rides and Admission
Non-Members: $10 – Admission Only
Hayride and Ghost Tour – $5 per person
Beer & wine available for purchase on Friday & Saturday ONLY
Skip the long lines and purchase your tickets in advance!

Preschool Playtime
2017-10-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
We’ll provide the stations, and you provide the imagination for a fun morning of play with your child. For ages three and under. Daycare groups must call 332-6619 in advance to schedule time.

LEGO Club
2017-10-16 15:30 - 16:15 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for an exciting new building challenge each month. K-5th grade.

Wee Ones Storytime
2017-10-17 09:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join Ms. Mary for a fun and energetic storytime for ages 24 months and under.
second storytime at 10:30am

Halloween Spooktacular and Monster Mash Ball
2017-10-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Children’s Hands On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL
Carnival Games appropriate for multiple ages. Carnival Game tickets are available at: 50¢ each; 10 for $5; 25 for $10; $15 per unlimited play armband (good for 1 person). Games are located at exhibits and exhibits are not open for regular play during Spooktacular.
COSTUME + FOOD BANK ITEM = ADMISSION for each person! Yes, adults too!
BUY GAME TICKETS to PLAY for PRIZES! NEW Carnival Games & NEW Fun!
Music by DJ CHUCKIE!

ICAN of Birmingham Kickoff
2017-10-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Train Smarter, 1105 Dunston Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
The Birmingham chapter of ICAN (the International Cesarean Awareness Network, Inc.) is rebooting, and we want YOU to be a part of building a community of support for women in Birmingham and central Alabama! ICAN’s mission is to improve maternal-child health by preventing unnecessary cesareans through education, providing support for cesarean recovery, and promoting Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). Refreshments will be provided, and babies in arms are welcome.

Owls in the Oaks
2017-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Oak mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, 35214
Learn about our feathered fall favorites! Owls!
First, spend some time at the Alabama Wildlife Center learning about what makes owls so unique! Their amazing staff will help you learn to identify owl calls, potential owl habitats, and review some of the neat characteristics that owls have that make them some or our favorite feathered friends! Next, meet one of the AWC’s resident owls! Can you guess WWHHOOOO it will be? Then you will head off into the woods on a guided hike to see if you can locate and identify some of our feathered friends in their natural habitat! The hike will be after dark, so be sure to bring a headlamp or flashlight!
As this event includes a hike, this event is NOT stroller frendly. No dogs will be allowed.
This event is limited to 50 participants, so sign up today! To reserve your spot, call our Event Coordinator at #205.620.2536. Spaces will go quickly, so don’t wait!
There is no charge for the event, but each participant will have to pay their park entry fee (Cash only at gate)! Donations to the Alabama Wildlife Center are not required, but are appreciated! Each donation goes directly toward their continued efforts to rescue and rehabilitate orphaned and injured Alabama birds, along with continuing their ability to provide educational programming like this! Please, consider making a donation. All donations are tax deductible!

Ruffner Turns 40
2017-10-21 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, 1214 81st Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35206
Ruffner will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the founding of Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition. Yes, it really has been four decades! We can’t believe it either.
Ruffner was founded in 1977 when a small group of dedicated individuals decided to save a mountain threatened by deforestation and development. This was the start of the modern nature movement as we know it today in Birmingham.
Over the years, Ruffner has grown from a few acres to more than 1,000, making it one of the largest privately held, urban nature preserves in the country. Today, it is the urban forest of the Magic City.
Join us on Saturday, October 21st at Ruffner Mountain for
-Your favorite records spun by Seasick Records
-Guided Nature Hikes and Mining History Hikes
-Eco-arts activities for all ages
-Plus a good ol’ fashioned cookout (or grill out, or barbeque, or get-down), sponsored by Alabama Power, Bud’s Best, and Golden Flake!
Whatever you choose to call it, it’s sure to be a great time.
Additional activities and events planned. Check back later for more details!

Tannehill Trade Days
2017-10-21 08:00 - 16:00, 2017-10-22 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

Girl Scout Day at McWane
2017-10-21 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
The Girl Scouts is one of America’s most cherished institutions, providing skills to young people for over 100 years. McWane wants to honor these adventurers with their own special day which includes discounted admission and special programming.
$7 for Scouts | $2 programming | FREE for parents and troop leaders.

Goosebumps Gala
2017-10-21 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Wear your favorite costume and join us for a FANG-filled morning for our Goosebumps Gala! We’ll have bone-chilling games, ghoulish crafts and spooky treats.

Preschool Playdate
2017-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States

Libraryflix at Homewood Library
2017-10-24 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Popcorn and refreshments served. Located in the Large Auditorium.
When his beloved grandfather leaves Jake clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds a magical place known as Miss Peregrine’s School for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers – and their terrifying enemies. Ultimately, Jake discovers that only his own special peculiarity can save his new friends. Based on the novel “Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children,” written by Ransom Riggs.

Toddler Time Boo Bash
2017-10-26 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Sky Zone Hoover, 1694 Montgomery Highway, Hoover, AL, 35216
Dress your punkins in their favorite costume and jump in for Fall FUN. We will have a special BOO treat, face painting, costume contest, and a costume parade for your toddlers! The cost is just $12 per family (up to 4 people). Sky Socks are $2 (required for jumping and yours to keep & reuse). All Toddler Time activities are specifically designed for ages 5 and younger.
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Hoover Hayride at Veteran's Park Valleydale
2017-10-26 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Veterans Park Valleydale, 4800 Valleydale Road, Hoover, AL, 35242
The event includes hayrides around the park and a large exhibitor pavilion where children can gather treats throughout the night.

Hayrides around the park
Expansive Exhibitor Area
Candy & Giveaways
Food Vendors
Balloon Artists
Face Painting

Pirate and Princess Night
2017-10-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Ahoy Mateys and Pretty Princesses! Join us for a night of revelry and royalty with games, crafts, snacks, and photo opportunities with our special guests. Dress in your favorite costume because this night is sure to have many princess treats and a few pirate tricks!

An Evening at Hogwarts
2017-10-27 17:30 - 23:00 UTC | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Calling all muggles: Grab your wizard robe and cross Platform 9 ¾ to McWane’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Enjoy a fish and chips dinner in the Great Hall before heading to class to explore the science of magic! Make your own wizard wand, concoct potions, attend flying lessons, and more! After class is dismissed, enjoy a special showing of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in the IMAX Dome. It’s a magical night you won’t want to miss! Don’t forget your costume! Advance reservations are required. Call (205) 714-8414
$25 early bird (until 9/30) | $30 (10/1 – 10/27) | $2 discount for members
Dinner at 5:30 with IMAX at 6:45 OR Dinner at 6:30 with IMAX at 9:30

Dawson Fall Festival
2017-10-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Dawson Baptist Church, 1114 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL, 35209
Please join us for this year’s Family Fall Festival!. We will have free carnival games and rides for all ages. There is minimal cost for carnival food, Feel free to dress up in your best costume!
