Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Vulcan's Magical Nights
2022-12-02 18:00 - 2022-12-04 20:00, 2022-12-09 18:00 - 2022-12-11 20:00, 2022-12-16 18:00 - 2022-12-23 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Vulcan Park and Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham , AL, 35209, United States
6-8pm at Vulcan Park and Museum. Includes music, food, hot chocolate, holiday lights and Santa. Admission is $6 for ages 13 and up, $4 for kids ages 5-12 and children under 4 are free. Admission includes access to the park grounds, Observation Tower, Museum and Photos with Santa.For tickets visit www.visitvulcan.com.

Metro Kids Present "The Best Eve of All"
2022-12-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Metropolitan Church, 2800 Metropolitan Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Join the Baxley Family as they realize they have many more gifts to buy on Christmas Eve and are taking a last minute trip to the mall. They are joined by their friend, who is an orphan, and an elf on the shelf that comes to life. Through their journey of visiting the stores, the orphan is in for a huge surprise that he could never have anticipated. Come see and experience the orphan’s transforming miracle! This is a feel good experience for the entire family with free admission at Metropolitan Church!

Birmingham Bulls vs. Macon Mayhem
2022-12-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Ugly sweater night and teddy bear toss, 7pm at Pelham Civic Complex 500 Amphitheater Rd., 35124, 205-620-6870, www.bullshockey.net.

Metro Kids Present "The Best Eve of All"
2022-12-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Metropolitan Church, 2800 Metropolitan Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Join the Baxley Family as they realize they have many more gifts to buy on Christmas Eve and are taking a last minute trip to the mall. They are joined by their friend, who is an orphan, and an elf on the shelf that comes to life. Through their journey of visiting the stores, the orphan is in for a huge surprise that he could never have anticipated. Come see and experience the orphan’s transforming miracle! This is a feel good experience for the entire family with free admission at Metropolitan Church.

Festival Service of Nine Lessons and Carols
2022-12-04 16:00 - 17:00 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
American Village invites you and your family to a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, Sunday, December 4 at 4pm at the American Village Colonial Chapel. A Christmas reception will follow. This event is free and open to the public. Learn more at www.americanvillage.org.

Colonial Christmas Lunch & Tour
2022-12-05 10:30 - 2022-12-09 14:30 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
December 5-9 at American Village in Montevallo. $40 per person, 10:30am-1pm or 12pm-2:30pm. Reserve your seats by calling 205-665-3535 ext. 1031, www.americanvillage.org.

Rocket Around the Christmas Tree Trail
2022-12-06 - 2023-01-02 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main St., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
A city wide family event with 90 Christmas trees on display. The Gardendale Civic Center Lawn will be beautifully lit with a multitude of designs. This event benefits the Dick Lee Memorial Scholarships Fund. Free admission. Learn more about the event here.

Walk Through Nativity at Briarwood
2022-12-07 18:45 - 2022-12-09 20:45 | Briarwood Presbyterian, 2200 Briarwood Way, Vestavia , AL, 35243, United States
Each Advent season Briarwood presents a gift to our community with the Walk Through Nativity. Hundreds of Briarwood members come together to depict the birth and life of our Lord in 14 biblical scenes with narrated drama using live actors and animals (including a camel!) Each night, Wednesday through Friday, come anytime between 6:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. and take this easy, 1/4-mile stroll that is wheelchair and stroller friendly. Make this a Christmas tradition with your family. Admission is free, but the message is priceless! Learn more at www.briarwood.org/nativity.

2022 Christmas Home Tour
2022-12-08 10:00 - 20:00
Samford Legacy League’s 2022 Christmas Home Tour, presented by ARC Realty, features five unique and beautifully appointed homes in Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills. Enjoy holiday treats and a selection of Pop-up Shoppes at the Samford President’s Home while supporting scholarships for students with significant financial need and challenging circumstances. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased through Tues., December 6. Click here to purchase tickets.

Shepherds Fold Luncheon Featuring Daniel Ritchie
2022-12-08 12:00 - 13:30 | The Club, Birmingham, 1 Robert Smith Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Shepherds Fold shares a message of encouragement, joy and hope through guest speaker Daniel Ritchie at The Club on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 12:00pm. Tickets are $45. In celebration of the many
lives Shepherds Fold has helped transform, Daniel will share his story and message of joy to
encourage others and provide them with the hope of Christ he has found through his many
challenges of being born different, without arms. Come enjoy a delicious lunch from the
newly featured “holiday menu” in the Grand Ballroom at The Club, overlooking some of
Birmingham’s finest views! Check-In begins at 11:30am, event officially starts at 12:00pm.

Birmingham Bulls vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
2022-12-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
First 1000 kids ages 14 and under receive a Bulls Replica poster, 7pm at Pelham Civic Complex, www.bullshockey.net.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze
2022-12-09 19:30 - 2022-12-10 19:30 | BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Fun for the whole family on Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 3pm and 7:30pm at the BJCC Concert Hall, www.ticketmaster.com.

73rd annual Holiday House: Virtual Tour & Afternoon Tea
2022-12-10 | Independent Presbyterian Church, 3100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35205, United States
On Saturday, December 10, Independent Presbyterian Church presents the 73rd annual Holiday House Tour & Tea. The 73rd annual tour, which features the Christopher Home, the Klick/McCormick Home, the Robinson Home, and Whatley Home, will be virtual again this year so that you can enjoy it from the comfort of your own home. IPC invites premium ticket buyers to view the virtual tour and attend a seated, Afternoon Tea and sanctuary tour of IPC at 1pm. View the featured homes and purchase tickets by visiting www.ipcholidayhouse.com. Net proceeds benefit programs that directly support women and children in the Presbytery and in IPC Community Ministries. Please join Independent Presbyterian Church as we celebrate the season’s message of hope.

Sozo Trading Co. Christmas Open House
2022-12-10 09:00 - 18:00 | Sozo Trading Co., 4 41st Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35222, United States
9 am-6pm, pictures with Santa from 10am–12pm and all day discounts and giveaways, 4 41st St S, 35222, www.sozotrading.org.

Pancakes with Mary
2022-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Grace UMC, 5125 Sicard Hollow Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35242, United States
Join Grace UMC for a pancake breakfast, crafts, Nativity animals and a visit from a very special guest. Register at gracebhm.org.

Live Nativity
2022-12-10 18:00 - 20:00
6-8pm at Brookview Wesleyan Church, 3699 Belmont Rd., Irondale, 35210. Rain date December 11, www.brookviewchurch.org.

Christmas Celebration @ The Church at Shelby Crossings
2022-12-11 18:30 - 19:30 | The Church at Shelby Crossings, 532 George Roy Parkway, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
The Church at Shelby Crossings in Calera invites you to their annual Christmas Celebration on Sunday night, Dec. 11, at 6:30 p.m. The gathering will include special songs of the season to celebrate the birth of Christ from the TCASC worship team, the youth praise band, the KidJam choir and the Preschool Praise. A Christmas fellowship will follow. Learn more at shelbycrossings.com.

Birmingham Boys Choir 45th Annual Christmas Concert
2022-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Samford University Wright Center, United States
Join the Birmingham Boys Choir for their annual Christmas concert, titled “Behold a Star”, at Samford University’s Wright Center on Tuesday, December 13th at 7:00pm. Admission is free!

Live Nativity at The Baptist Church at McAdory
2022-12-16 18:00 - 2022-12-18 20:00 | The Baptist Church at McAdory, 4954 Eastern Valley Rd, McCalla, AL, 35111, United States
The Baptist Church at McAdory is presenting for the 7th year the Live Nativity Story on December 16-18 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. in the wooded area directly behind the church. A combination of tractor and open wagons provide a “hay-ride” and narrative exploring the life of Jesus. The event makes use of live costumed characters, outdoor sets and lighting to tell the story of Jesus. All are welcome to come and experience the gospel story reenacted by church members and other volunteers. Admission is free. Learn more at bcam.info.

Birmingham Bulls vs. Fayetteville Marksmen
2022-12-16 19:00 - 2022-12-17 19:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Friday food drive, Saturday Peanuts Night and food drive, 7pm at Pelham Civic Complex, www.bullshockey.net.

28th Annual Meadow Brook Runs
2022-12-17 09:00 - 11:30 | Valley Bank, 1100 Corporate Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Pandemic Survivor III, 9 a.m. – 5K, 10 a.m. – 1 mile Fun Run. Walkers and pets on leash welcome. Gift bags, prizes, and great food! Prizes for overall winners. Learn more and register at www.meadowbrook-runs.org.

Free Kids Golf Clinic
2022-12-17 10:00 - 11:00 | PGA Tour Superstore, 165 Inverness Plaza, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
You’re invited to PGA Tour Superstore for a free kids golf clinic with Golf Instructor Bob Ford on Saturday, December 17, from 10-11am. All ages 5-12 are welcome. All of the golf clubs & golf balls are supplied. For more information or to register, call the store at 205.440.4200 or email civey@pgatss.com.

23rd Annual Chelsea Christmas Parade
2022-12-17 10:00 - 14:00 | City of Chelsea, 100 Chelsea Corners Way, Chelsea, AL, 35043, United States
Fun for the whole family with bounce houses, train rides, photos with Santa and more. Parade begins at 10 a.m., www.cityofchelsea.com.

Living Nativity
2022-12-20 19:30 - 2022-12-22 20:00 | Mountain Brook Baptist Church, 3631 Montevallo Rd S, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
7:30-8pm at Mountain Brook Baptist Church, 3631 Montevallo Rd., Birmingham, 35213, www.mbbc.org.

Candlelight "Christmas Eve" @ The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills
2022-12-23 18:00 - 19:00 | The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills, 201 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Join The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills for a Candlelight “Christmas Eve” service with communion starting at 6 p.m. Learn more at vestavialutheran.org.

Christmas Eve @ Grace UMC
2022-12-24 14:00 - 17:00 | Grace UMC, 5125 Sicard Hollow Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35242, United States
You’re invited to join Grace UMC for a Christmas Eve Candlelight services at 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. Learn more at gracebhm.org.

Family Candlelight Christmas Eve Service @ The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills
2022-12-24 16:00 - 17:00 | The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills, 201 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Join The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills for a Family Candlelight Christmas Eve service with communion starting at 4 p.m. Learn more at vestavialutheran.org.

Christmas Eve @ Shades Mountain Community Church
2022-12-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Shades Mountain Community Church, 2281 Old Tyler Rd, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
The community is invited to attend a Christmas Eve service at Shades Mountain Community Church at 5pm on December 24. This is a one-hour service for the whole family. Learn more at smcc.church.
