Reviewed by: Callie Morrison
8 amazing upcoming Birmingham events worth the drive
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Whether you’re interested in tasting fine wines, watching action-packed races or learning homesteading skills, you can find it all just an hour and a half away.
Read on for can’t-miss Birmingham events and follow the Birmingham CVB to stay in the loop.
NASCAR + mimosas—April 20-21 in Birmingham
Have you ever thought about pairing mimosas with NASCAR racing? Well, now’s your chance! Start your Birmingham weekend off at the Mimosa Festival on Saturday and then race over to ‘Dega to finish it with a bang.
1. GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway
If you’ve lived in North Alabama for long enough, you’ve heard the tales of ‘Dega. This weekend, the iconic GEICO 500—a NASCAR Cup Series stock car race—will take place just outside of Birmingham at the Talladega Superspeedway.
- Where: Talladega Superspeedway, 3366 Speedway Blvd, Lincoln, AL 35096
- When: Saturday + Sunday, April 20-21
- Cost: $67-226
- More info + tickets
Make sure to enter our giveaway with the Birmingham CVB to win tickets to the big race and access to ‘The ‘Dega Garage Experience’—a value of $1,296!
2. Magic City Mimosa Festival
Mimosas anyone? The Magic City Mimosa Festival is back for its third year in a row. In addition to sipping bubbly and OJ, you can enjoy Birmingham’s culinary scene by trying some delicious bites from food vendors.
- Where: Sloss Furnace, 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222
- When: Saturday, April 20, 12-4
- Cost: Pre-sale: $35 | General Admission: $45
- More info + tickets
Art + Bham’s biggest party—April 26-28
If you want a taste of Birmingham’s culture and social scene, make sure to plan your trip for April 26-28. Our suggestion: Swing by the Magic City Art Connection in between Indy Grand Prix races.
3. Magic City Art Connection
The Magic City Art Connection is back for its 40th year in Birmingham and will feature incredible food, artwork, live performances, hands-on activities for kids and more.
- Where: Sloss Furnaces, 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222
- When: Friday-Sunday, April 26-28
- Cost:
- Advanced: $12 (includes admission on any single day OR all 3 days)
- At gate: $15 (includes admission on any single day OR all 3 days)
- Kids 18 and under are free
- Tickets: Purchase online or at the gate
4. Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix
The Indy Grand Prix is much more than racing. Birmingham locals fondly refer to it as the city’s ‘biggest party of the year.’ Along with showcasing top-notch food and drink options, the race also raises money for Children’s of Alabama.
- Where: Barber Motorsports Park, 6040 Barber Motorsports Pkwy, Leeds, AL 35094
- When: Friday-Sunday, April 26-28
- Cost: $25-$625
- More info + tickets
Ready to book your weekend trip to Birmingham? Check out the helpful Magic City guides from the Birmingham CVB.
Golf, homesteading + wine—May 9-12
Celebrity appearances at Regions Tradition, homesteading tips and fine wines from around the world? It’s almost too much fun in one weekend!
We suggest you catch a couple of days at Regions Tradition, enjoy a vino-filled evening at the Wine Fest and finish up your Birmingham trip by learning some homesteading skills.
5. Regions Tradition at Greystone
Similar to the Indy Grand Prix, the Regions Tradition starts with golf but doesn’t end there. Here, you can enjoy great food trucks while spotting some top celebrities like Charles Barkley, Bo Jackson, Greg McElroy and others.
- Where: Greystone Country Club, 4100 Greystone Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
- When: Thursday-Sunday, May 9-12
- Cost: $30-$85
- More info + tickets
6. Magic City Wine Festival
If you love the finer things in life, The Magic City Wine Fest is right up your alley. Travel through the world as you sip on wines from different countries and regions. The event will also feature food from Birmingham restaurants, and the proceeds will go to Railroad Park.
- Where: Railroad Park, 1600 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- When: Saturday, May 11, 6-9PM
- Cost: $20-$85
- More info + tickets
7. Homestead Hollow Arts + Crafts Festival
If homesteading has become your new hobby (or lifestyle), head over to Springville to shop handmade crafts and see pioneer demonstrations of wood carving, blacksmithing, wood stove cooking, quilting, whiskey making and more.
There will also be delicious food and a fun Children’s Wagon.
- Where: Homestead Hollow, 1161 Murphrees Valley Rd, Springville, AL 35146
- When: Friday-Sunday, May 10-12
- Cost: Adults: $10 | Kids 3-12: $5 | Free for kids two + under
- More info
8. SEC Baseball Championship at Hoover Met—May 21-26
Baseball fans, heads up—the SEC tournament is just over a month away. Keep an eye on your favorite teams, and go ahead and plan your weekend trip to Birmingham now.
- Where: Hoover Metro Stadium, 5508 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
- When: Tuesday-Sunday, May 21-26
- Cost: $9-$110 for general admission | Free for kids two + under
- More info + tickets
Want to add more items to your Birmingham trip agenda? Visit InBirmingham.com and follow the Bham CVB @inbirmingham on socials to stay in the loop:
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