Ride the Rails

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 1919 9th Street, Calera

Saturday Train Rides at Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th St, Calera, 35040. Hop aboard an historic train to experience a 75-minute ride aboard through the woods of Shelby County. Departures at 10am and 1pm. Purchase tickets online or onsite at the Will Call window on the day of departure, www.hodrrm.org, 205-668- 3435.

Bob Sykes BBQ & Blues Festival

DeBardeleben Park 1623 2nd Avenue, North Bessemer

12pm-6pm at DeBardeleben Park, 1623 2nd Avenue North, Bessemer, 35020. Gates open at 11am- rain or shine. Be sure to bring your own chair or blanket. Music lineup includes Li'l Ed & the Blues Imperials, Dexter Allen, Selwyn Birchwood, and more. Purchase advance tickets ($10) at www.BobSykesBlues.com or visit Bob Sykes BBQ Restaurant. Tickets $15 ...