Girls Gone Bible: Revival Tour
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | The Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
What started as an intimate Bible study between two best friends has transformed into Girls Gone Bible, a Christian podcast redefining faith-based conversations for a new generation. The Girls Gone Bible podcast (with over 20 million+ listens), is ranked #1 for religion and spirituality on Spotify, an iHeart Podcast Awards nominee and is also featured in the top charts on Apple Podcasts. Co-hosted by Angela Halili and Arielle Reitsma, the show offers unfiltered, heartfelt discussions on faith, relationships, personal struggles, and spiritual growth.
Girls Gone Bible is going out on the Revival Tour. It’s an invitation to experience the miracle-working power of God through real stories, faith-filled conversations, and shared worship. Come exactly as you are, with your questions, doubts, and hope. You won’t leave the same because revival is about encountering God and allowing Him to do what only He can do. Click here for tickets.

Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS
2026-07-20 13:00 - 2026-07-23 16:00 | Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church, 3405 Brookwood Rd, Mountain Brook, AL, 35223, United States
Children ages 4-10 years old are invited to join Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church for Vacation Bible School on July 20-23 from 1pm-4pm! This year’s theme is the Snowball Mountain Challenge, a fun and engaging VBS experience that invites children into a winter-themed adventure filled with games, activities, and meaningful faith formation.
Throughout the week, children will become “Challengers,” participating in interactive activities while learning how to rely on God’s strength in their everyday lives. Through Bible stories, hands-on experiences, and group activities, they will explore important faith lessons such as being brave, sharing their gifts, giving their best, praying, and holding onto hope.
Centered on the theme verse, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13), this VBS is designed to help children grow in confidence, faith, and understanding of God’s presence in their lives. VBS is $30 per child. Click here for more details.

Seraphic Sound Studio Live w/ Kevin Derryberry
2026-07-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-28 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-04 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-11 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-18 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-25 19:30 - 20:30 | AL
Join Kevin along with family and friends each week on Facebook and YouTube as they share music, praise and worship and more each Tuesday at 7:30pm, www.kevinderryberry.com.

Chelsea Farmer's Market
2026-07-25 09:00 - 12:00 | City Hall Lawn, 11611 Chelsea Rd, Chelsea, AL, 35043, United States
Saturdays 9am-Noon featuring fresh, locally-grown produce, handmade goods, and artisan favorites, City Hall Lawn, 11611 Chelsea Rd, 35043, www.cityofchelsea.com.

Lego Derby at Children's Hands-On Museum
2026-07-25 09:30 - 17:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Assemble your own lego racer. 9:30am-5pm, www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

Wild West Day at Heart of Dixie Railroad
2026-07-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Take a train trip back in time to a Western outdoor theater at Heart of Dixie Railroad. Train departures at 10am, 1pm and 3pm, hodrrm.org/wild-west-day.

Children's Hands-On Museum's Last Day
2026-08-01 09:30 - 17:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Play one last time! 9:30am-5pm, www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

Ride the Rails
2026-08-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Saturday train rides at Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum. 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.

Trussville Dog Daze
2026-08-01 10:00 - 16:00 | East Mall Trussville, 225 Parkway Drive, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Family-friendly event featuring live music, local vendors, delicious food, activities for all ages, and more. 10am-4pm, 225 Parkway Drive, Trussville, 35173. Free admission and pick up your free copy of the latest issue of Birmingham Christian Family at the entrance. Learn more here.

Faith & Family Night with the Birmingham Barons
2026-08-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
Enjoy a great night of baseball, fun and fireworks at the Faith & Family Night sponsored by Birmingham Christian Family. 7pm at Regions Field, www.barons.com.

Back to School Bash at the Wonders Center & Science Museum
2026-08-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Wonders Center & Science Museum, 855 TN-46, Dickson, TN, 37055, United States
Kick off the new school year with an unforgettable day of discovery, excitement, and adventure at the Back to School Bash at the Wonders Center & Science Museum in Dickson, Tennessee!
Bring the whole family to explore one of Tennessee’s most exciting science destinations, featuring hands-on exhibits, towering dinosaurs, interactive experiences, and fascinating displays designed to inspire curious minds of all ages.
The highlight of the day is a LIVE Animal Show in the Wonders Theater featuring Michael Maughon from Genesis Animal Sanctuary. Meet incredible animal ambassadors up close as Michael shares amazing facts about these remarkable creatures, their unique designs, and the wonders of the natural world. It’s an engaging, educational experience that kids and adults alike won’t want to miss.Whether you’re celebrating the start of a new school year, looking for a fun family outing, or simply love science and wildlife, the Back to School Bash has something for everyone.Come make memories, discover the wonders of creation, and start the school year with a day full of learning, laughter, and live animals! Learn more at wonderscenter.org.

Kingdom Kids Consignment Fall/Winter Sale
2026-08-27 08:00 - 2026-08-29 12:00 | Hope Church- A Community Church, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Features children’s clothing (newborn to big kid 18), shoes (any size), toys, baby equipment, games, sporting equipment and more! Shop at Hope Church, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale. Thursday: 8am-7pm; Friday: 8am-6pm; Saturday: 7am-12pm. Foster family night on Friday at 6:30pm-8pm. Profits support missions, www.kingdomkidsconsignment.com.

Raising Resilient Kids with Rev. Monica Harbarger
2026-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Bluff Park United Methodist, 733 Valley St, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. in the Chapel, Bluff Park United Methodist Church will welcome Rev. Monica Harbarger, Executive Director of United Counseling, for a special evening for parents and caregivers. Parenting is one of life’s greatest joys and one of its biggest challenges. Many parents today are helping their children navigate stress, anxiety, big emotions, social pressures, packed schedules, and a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Rev. Monica will share practical insights and encouragement around children’s mental health, anxiety, emotional well-being, and ways parents can help their kids build resilience. Together, we’ll explore some of the challenges families are facing today and talk about meaningful ways to support children as they grow.
Whether your child struggles with anxiety, feels overwhelmed, is highly sensitive, faces social challenges, or is simply growing up in a complicated world, this evening will offer helpful tools, fresh perspective, and encouragement. We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation as we learn together how to support our children with compassion, patience, and hope.

7th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo
2026-09-12 10:00 - 14:00 | The Finley Center, 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
Save the date for the 7th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo on Saturday September 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Finley Center, Hoover Met Complex. Attendees will enjoy FREE family fun, great giveaways, and much more!
Free entertainment includes the Wonders Center & Science Museum Kids’ Zone, face painting, balloon twisting, mascots, and live music. The ALFA Farmers Celebrity Chef Stage will once again feature an awesome line up of great cooks sharing recipes, tips and samples. The talent includes Lil Bougie’s Debbie Goldsmith, Rock House Farms Karah Skinner, Christo’s Confections Stephen Ritchey, Happiness is Homemade Y’all Danna Standridge, and Brenda Gantt from Cooking with Brenda Gantt.
Sponsors and exhibitors will share resources with families regarding their physical, emotional and spiritual well being. To register as a sponsor, exhibitor or merchandise vendor click here.
Our sponsors, including Title Sponsor White Lily, Celebrity Chef Stage Sponsor ALFA Farmers, Major Sponsors Alabama Credit Union, Baptist Health, Birmingham Boys Choir, Jimmie Hale Mission, Leafguard of Alabama, Event Sponsors Children’s of Alabama, Parrot Structural Services, Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, and Media Sponsor WBRC 6 News make this free day of fun possible! Learn more about each of the Expo Sponsors here.
Check back here for more details soon.

Together in Teal Butterfly Release
2026-09-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
2:30-4:30pm hosted by the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation at Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, 35216. Event features live music, vendor displays, and educational booths to raise awareness of ovarian cancer’s silent signs and symptoms, remember those who have lost their lives and honor those who are battling or have beaten ovarian cancer. Over 500 painted ladies and monarchs will be released. You will not want to miss this beautiful, informative, and moving program, www.cureovariancancer.org.

17th Annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K/Family Fun Day
2026-09-19 07:00 - 11:00 | Hoover Preserve Town Hall, 601 Preserve Parkway, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
Lace up, wear your teal, and make every step count! Join the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) on Saturday, September 19, 2026, for the 17th Annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K and Family Fun Day at the beautiful Preserve Town Hall in Hoover.
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, fundraise, or choose our popular “Sleep In for a Cause” option, you’ll be helping advance LCBF’s mission of funding early detection research, providing lifesaving gynecologic cancer education, and supporting women and families facing a gynecologic cancer diagnosis.
Create your own personalized fundraising page, gather friends, family, or coworkers to form a team, and celebrate the survivors, remember loved ones, and stand alongside those currently fighting gynecologic cancer. Every registration and every dollar raised helps create hope for women across Alabama and beyond.
Head Over Teal is more than a race—it’s a morning of community, celebration, and purpose. Participants will enjoy professionally timed 5K and 10K races, complimentary refreshments before and after the event, live music, community partner booths, and plenty of family-friendly fun. Kids can enjoy face painting, pumpkin decorating, crazy hair, and other festive activities, while leashed four-legged friends are welcome to join the fun. Top race finishers will receive Trak Shak gift cards.
Can’t attend in person? You can still participate virtually or support a fundraiser from wherever you are.
Share your race day moments, teal attire, and team spirit using #HeadOverTeal and #HeadOverTeal2026, and follow Laura Crandall Brown Foundation on Facebook (@LCBFoundation), Instagram (@lcbfoundation), Vimeo, and Flickr for event updates and inspiring stories throughout Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month.
Learn more and register today at thinkoflaura.org/headoverteal.
Together, we’re raising awareness, funding hope, and moving one step closer to a future where fewer women hear the words, “You have gynecologic cancer.”

Spectrum of Support: Autism Resource Fair
2026-09-25 12:00 - 15:00 | 200 Wildwood Parkway, Homewood, Alabama 35209, 200 Wildwood Parkway, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
This event connects families to services, support, and hope. Whether you are just beginning your autism journey or looking for additional support, this FREE community event brings together providers and organizations to help individuals with autism and their families connect with valuable resources.
Learn about:

Autism Evaluations & Diagnostic Services
ABA Therapy Providers
Social Skills Training
Parent Education & Family Support Programs
Community Programs & Recreational opportunities

Superhero Fire
2026-09-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Blount County Multipurpose Center, 6700 County Hwy 1, Cleveland, AL, 35049, United States
This family-friendly event offers free admission plus free lunch provided by Restoring Joy Recovery and Double B Missions Cafe supported by.American Legion Riders Chapter 255. Vendor advocates include: Counseling, Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Human Trafficking, Recovery Centers, Suicide Prevention & Awareness, Veterans Support and more! Kickstands up at 10:30am at 6700 County Hwy 1, Cleveland, AL 35049. Ride Donation $20 per bike/$5 passenger. For more information visit www.cook-ministries.com or call 256-338-2340.

Birmingham Greek Festival
2026-10-01 09:00 - 2026-10-03 21:30 | Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th St. S, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
Become Greek for the weekend and enjoy delicious food and more at Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th St. S, Birmingham, 35233. Free admission, music and dancing, Cathedral tours, and more. 10am-9:30pm, GreekFestBirmingham.com.

Golf Fore Life
2026-10-06 | Greystone Golf and Country Club, 4100 Greystone Drive, Hoover, Alabama, 35242, United States
Be a champion for life by joining Sav-A-Life for a fun day on the course! For team or sponsorship information, contact Lisa Hogan at lisahogan@savalife.org or call 205-979-2309.

Racking for a Reason
2026-10-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Vestavia Hills Civic Center, 1090 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Gather with friends for a memorable night of mahjong, prizes, and purpose – all in support of ovarian cancer awareness and patient support. Hosted by Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center. Event includes mahjong, prizes, silent auction, door prizes and more! Doors open at 5pm and play begins at 6pm. Register at cureovariancancer.org.
