Zoolight Safari
2017-12-15 17:00 - 2017-12-23 21:00, 2017-12-26 17:00 - 2017-12-31 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
Watch as the Zoo comes alive for 18 nights of holiday-centric fun at ZooLight Safari presented by Wells Fargo! Be amazed by over one million lights, listen to holiday music and delight in festive snowfalls every night! Enjoy a ride on the Shipt Candy Cane Ride*, go for a spin on the Jingle Bell Carousel*, experience the thrill of the over 100 foot Yuletide Slide*, ride the Santa Rollers* and so much more. Take in the beauty of a decorated tree reaching nearly 30 feet tall in Trails of Africa as you dance and boogie to special entertainment each night! New this year – enjoy a nightly (through December 23) performance plus meet and greets and photos with the Singing Santa!
Adult beverages will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday nights. Enjoy a glass of beer or wine for a fun date-night at the Zoo!
*Requires ride ticket or wristband.

Pricing:
Members: FREE Admission
Non-members: $10 Admission
Unlimited attraction wristband: $10 (does not include admission)
Ride tickets: $3.50

Jingle Bell Breakfast at McWane
2017-12-16 08:30 - 09:30 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Bring your little elves for a Merry Morning at McWane! Head to the North Pole where you will enjoy a hot holiday breakfast, make festive crafts, and have a very special visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! When breakfast is over, take a ride down the slide and head to the IMAX Dome for a private showing of Santa vs. the Snowman. Ticket includes same day admission. Make your reservation today for this family favorite holiday event.
Time: Breakfast @ 8:30 – 9:30 am, IMAX @ 9:30 am
Pricing: $30 Adults (13+) | $25 Child (2-12) | Members Receive $5 Off

Cinderella an Outrageous Fairytale
2017-12-16 14:30 - 17:00 | Birmingham Children’s Theatre, 2130 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Hold on to your pumpkins! This is a Cinderella for the holiday season. With contemporary songs, gags, and mayhem, you’ll jeer at the deliciously dysfunctional stepmother and sisters as much as you’ll cheer for Cinderella in her quest to attend the magnificent ball and fulfill her destiny. Put on your glass slippers, and enjoy this spectacular and outrageous telling of our unique Cinderella, guaranteed to delight.
“There were shrieks of delight, from the oldsters as well as from the youngsters.” –How Was the Show?
“With an inspired mix of slapstick and romance sprinkled with Victorian Christmas, how could you not fall in love with this Cinderella? (I did.)” –Pioneer Press

***FREE SANTA PHOTOS ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW***
For all Ages

Brrrmingham - Ice Skating at Railroad Park
2017-12-17 11:00 - 2017-12-21 21:00, 2017-12-22 10:00 - 2017-12-23 22:00, 2017-12-24 11:00 - 2017-12-28 21:00, 2017-12-29 10:00 - 2017-12-30 22:00, 2017-12-31 11:00 - 2018-01-01 21:00 | 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.

Crafting in a Winter Wonderland
2017-12-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Do you want to build a snowman? Join us in the children’s department for a fun morning of winter-themed arts and crafts.

Christmas at the Cave
2017-12-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Desoto Caverns, 5181 DeSoto Caverns Pkwy, Childersburg, AL, 35044
Join us at DeSoto Caverns for the most magical time of the year. Come walk in a Winter “Underland” for a family-fun event for all ages. With holiday treats, classic Christmas movies, caroling and sing-a-longs, as well as a special visit from St. Nicholas himself, Christmas at the Cave at the majestic DeSoto Caverns is the best way for you and your family to spend the most wonderful time of the year.

Birmingham Bulls V. Macon
2017-12-29 19:30 - 22:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
As You Walk Through the Door, Your Hearts Starts Pumping! The irresistible lure of HOCKEY and the buzz of a packed house causes your ADRENALIN to surge. The music is PUMPING, the lights fade and the smoke swirls – and that’s just the beginning. Monster hits, UNBELIEVABLE GOALS and in-your-face hockey keeps you on the edge of your seat. The action is NON-STOP! With heart pounding music, contests, and the prospect of catching a fantastic FREE SOUVENIR, what are you waiting for? Build your team’s SPIRIT by sharing in ours. It’s an EXPERIENCE to remember.

Platinum (Glass Seating) $30.00
Gold $22.00
Silver $15.00

Contact: 205-620-6448

The Story of Ferdinand Storytime
2017-12-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Barnes and Noble Summit, 201 Summit Blvd, Suite 100, Birmingham, AL, 35243
All the other bulls love to run and jump and butt their heads together, but not Ferdinand. He would rather sit and smell the flowers. Then one day he is picked for the bullfights in Madrid. Join us to find out how Ferdinand fares in this classic story, in theaters now. Activities to follow.

The Story of Ferdinand Storytime
2017-12-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Barnes and Noble Patton Creek, 171 Main Street, Hoover, AL, 35117

Birmingham Bulls V. Mississippi
2017-12-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States

Noon Year's Eve at McWane Science Center
2017-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Celebrate the New Year early at Noon Year’s Eve Celebration! Enjoy a spectacular science demonstration and dance the afternoon away as we count down to 2017 with a sparkling juice toast and a very special surprise to welcome in the “noon” year! This is one New Year’s celebration everyone can stay up for!

New Year's Eve for Kids
2017-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Children’s Hands On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL
Balloon Drop at 11am SHARP!! Hats! Horns! Tiaras! “Champagne” Toast!
​All activities included in admission!

Noon Year's Eve at Pump It Up Pelham
2017-12-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Pump It Up, 101 Cahaba Valley Parkway, West, Pelham, AL, 35124
This is our biggest event of the year and spots will fill up quickly, call today or book online to secure your spot!

Balloon Drop at Skates 280
2017-12-31 18:00 - 22:30 | Skates 280, 7043 Meadowlark Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Open from 6pm – 10:30pm with a Balloon Drop at 9:30pm

Disney Team Trivia at Homewood Library
2018-01-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
You and your team (up to 7 members total) can battle it out for ultimate Disney fan at our Disney Team Trivia event. Prizes will be given to the trivia winners along with a costume contest and a prize for best team name. Light refreshments served. Online registration required.

Family Storytime with Mr Mac
2018-01-03 10:45 - 11:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family. All Ages. No Registration.

Mars Adventure
2018-01-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
The Mars Exploration Rovers have been exploring the red planet for almost 14 years now. Together we will learn about some of their discoveries and do activities related to Mars and space travel.
This program is offered as part of the NASA@My Library grant. K-5th grade.

Baby Tales at North Shelby Library
2018-01-04 10:00 - 10:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
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.

PJ Storytime at North Shelby Library
2018-01-04 18:30 - 19:15 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.

Leaps and Bounds
2018-01-05 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for a fun and energetic movement class designed specifically for children ages 2 1/2 to 4 years. Online registration is required and begins the Monday prior to the class that week.

TGIF Bingo
2018-01-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Stop by the children’s department for a chance to win prizes during after school bingo!

Birmingham Bulls V. Fayetteville
2018-01-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
As You Walk Through the Door, Your Hearts Starts Pumping! The irresistible lure of HOCKEY and the buzz of a packed house causes your ADRENALIN to surge. The music is PUMPING, the lights fade and the smoke swirls – and that’s just the beginning. Monster hits, UNBELIEVABLE GOALS and in-your-face hockey keeps you on the edge of your seat. The action is NON-STOP! With heart pounding music, contests, and the prospect of catching a fantastic FREE SOUVENIR, what are you waiting for? Build your team’s SPIRIT by sharing in ours. It’s an EXPERIENCE to remember.
Platinum (Glass Seating) $30.00
Gold $22.00
Silver $15.00

Lego Club
2018-01-06 10:00 - 11:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
The library provides the Legos, the kids provide the imagination and creativity! Families are welcome to drop in anytime between 10:00 and 11:00 to build spectacular creations. Creations will then go on display in the Children’s Department. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Baby and Me Storytime
2018-01-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join Ms. Mary for an educational and engaging storytime filled with songs, fingerplays, and short stories. Designed for babies 12 months and under and a parent/caregiver.

What do you do with a chance storytime
2018-01-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Barnes and Noble Summit, 201 Summit Blvd, Suite 100, Birmingham, AL, 35243
The final book in the award-winning What Do You Do With …? picture book series by bestselling author Kobi Yamada and illustrator Mae Besom, What Do You Do With a Chance? inspires kids of all ages to find the courage to go for the opportunities that come their way.
