Winter in Birmingham doesn’t have to mean staying indoors and feeling cooped up. Whether you’re looking to get creative, stay active, or just break up the routine, there’s a class for every mom this season. From fitness and wellness to arts and crafts, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with other parents, learn something new, or simply enjoy a few hours. We’ve rounded up the best winter classes around Birmingham that will help you make the most of the season, no matter your interest. Stay warm, stay inspired, and make this winter one to remember!
Red Mountain Theatre
1600 3rd Avenue South
Dates: December 30th – January 3rd
Register HERE
Ages: 4-14
When school is out, fun is in! RMT’s Theatre Camps give kids of all ages and skill levels an outlet to use their creativity and imagination in dramatic ways.
PLAY-MAKING CAMPS (Ages 4-6) Budding artists can let their imaginations run wild while creatively exploring theatrical storytelling. These half-day classes are designed to cultivate inventiveness as students learn the basics of theatre through collaboration and creative play.
WINTER SPROUTS (Ages 7-8) In our Triple Threats Camps*, young actors learn 3-5 themed production numbers over a week. They’ll then perform for a supportive audience of friends and family.
THEATRE THEME CAMP (Ages 7-12) In their Theme Camps, creative students get to immerse themselves in a favorite book or movie world like Hogwarts, Narnia, or Arendelle. Throughout the week they’ll create original characters, learn the basics of stage presentation, and enjoy other crafts. Ultimately, they will share what they have learned with friends and family.
THEATRE BLAST CAMP (Ages 9-14) Blast Camps are week-long camps where students experience a full musical theatre performance — a short script with multiple song and dance numbers. As they memorize lines and choreography, students work together as a cast to present a sharing for supportive friends and family at the end of the week.
McWane Science Center
200 19th St N
Dates: December 30th – January 3rd
Ages: 4-13
Bring your curiosity and wonder for hands-on, minds-on, science, and fun! McWane camps offer further inquiry into science, technology, engineering, art, and math topics for children 4 to 13 years old. Campers learn about the deep oceans, journey into outer space, build robots, or spend time without Mcwane animals.
Half and full-day camp options are available.
Itty Bitty Bakers
Located at teachers’ homes across the greater Birmingham area and at Art & Soul Studio Bluff Park.
Dates: December 14th – December 21st
Ages: 3-14
Got little chefs in the making? At Itty Bitty Bakers they set kids up for success by giving them hands-on baking opportunities that fit their age and skill level. Parents today are busy! Let them take the load off! They will teach your kids essential kitchen skills in a fun and safe environment. Bonus: holiday treats to take home to you!
This year’s recipes include Elf cupcakes, cookie cake wreaths, candy cane cookies, gingerbread cupcakes, Christmas tree macarons, Grinch cookies, and Christmas light cupcakes.
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham
Dates: 12/16/2024 to 12/20/2024; 12/23/2024; 12/27/2024
Ages: K – 5th Grade
Zoo Camps at the Birmingham Zoo are educational and encourage active learning through games, age-appropriate, hands-on science, animal encounters, and nature play for students who just completed or are still in Kindergarten through 5th grade! Rich in STEM-based explorations, these camps engage a child’s natural curiosity and allow ample opportunity to practice critical emerging science skills. Zoo Camp is a great way to experience all the Zoo offers while engaging campers in age-appropriate content geared toward our mission of inspiring passion to conserve the natural world. Learning has never been so WILD!
Legacy Gymnastics
260 Applegate Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124
Dates: December 23rd, 26th – 27th; January 2nd & 3rd
Ages: 4-12
Take advantage of this perfect opportunity to stay active, build confidence, and improve your gymnastics skills!
High Point Climbing Birmingham
4766 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242
Dates: December 23rd to January 3rd
Ages: 5-14
Climb into Winter Break and join their Winter Break Camp for an unforgettable experience packed with action, adventure, and fun!
Treeline Expeditions LLC
1137 S Shadesview Terrace, Birmingham, AL 35209
Dates: December 21st, 28th, and January 3rd
Register HERE
Join to master bike skills, discover maintenance tips, and have a blast with games while exploring beautiful Oak Mountain.
YMCA
Multiple Locations
Dates: Varies on location
Ages: K-5th/8th depending on location
YMCA of Greater Birmingham offers Schools out camps with fun games and activities. Dates, times, and prices vary by location. Both members and non-members are welcome to attend, so invite your friends. Visit their website for location-specific details.
