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The holidays are a magical time in Birmingham, filled with twinkling lights, festive music, and cherished family traditions. Whether you\u2019re looking for a cozy outing with your kids, a dazzling display of holiday cheer, or a chance to make memories with loved ones, our city has something for everyone. From light shows and parades to unique holiday experiences, we\u2019ve rounded up the must-do holiday events happening around Birmingham this season. Check out the list and make this holiday season unforgettable!<\/p>\n
Glow Wild at the Birmingham Zoo<\/h3>\n
Get carried away and experience Glow Wild, Birmingham\u2019s top holiday attraction! Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life wild animal creations lighting up the night! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January.<\/p>\n
Larger-than-life animal lanterns around every corner Acrobatic shows nightly at 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. New Virtual Reality movie experiences Red Diamond Express train A wide selection of food + drink options (try the adult hot chocolate!)<\/p>\n
Magical Lights at Vulcan Park and Museum<\/h3>\n
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A dazzling sight awaits amid thousands of twinkling lights during Vulcan\u2019s Magical Nights! Nightly from 4 PM to 8 PM as Vulcan Park & Museum will transform into a glowing wonderland of lights! Experience the magic all month long through December 31. Don\u2019t miss the Magic City\u2019s most radiant celebration of the season!<\/p>\n
Magic of Model Trains at McWane Science Center<\/h3>\n
All aboard once again for McWane Science Center\u2019s 19th season of the Magic of Model Trains exhibit! Open November 23, 2024 to January 5, 2025, The Magic of Model Trains is a holiday tradition; Discover trains of every shape and size inside this awe-inspiring exhibit of locomotive displays. No detail is too small for their miniature landscapes.<\/p>\n
Be your own conductor, play \u201cI Spy\u201d throughout the exhibit, take a ride on the McWane Train, and fly through the air on the McWane Zipline. You will find the Magic of Model Trains exhibit on the 3rd floor of our Adventure Halls.<\/p>\n
Magic of Lights at Alabama Splash Adventure<\/h3>\n
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This holiday season will be even brighter, merrier and more colorful as Magic of Lights transforms Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure into a vibrant drive-through holiday-themed light display. The festive event runs now and runs through December 31st.<\/p>\n
Some illuminated displays include the 32-foot-tall animated Mattel\u2019s Waving Christmas Barbie\u00ae, Prehistoric Christmas featuring life-sized dinosaurs celebrating the season, and the legendary BIGFOOT\u00ae Monster Truck. Created with over two million sparkling lights, Magic of Lights is a nostalgic and festive event everyone will enjoy!<\/p>\n
Festival of Trees at City Walk<\/h3>\n
Join us for the month of December at City Walk Social for the Festival of Trees! This installation showcases various Holiday Trees creatively decorated by our partners. A portion of your purchase goes to the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS) and the A. G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club ($50 \u2013 $25 to each organization).<\/p>\n
Hot chocolate and regular service will be available at City Walk SOCIAL Bar. Gaming and music will be activated during decorating days.<\/p>\n
Lights of Noel at Birmingham Race Course<\/h3>\n
Drive through light show, synchronized to Christmas music for all ages. A Magical Experience!<\/p>\n
Open nightly 5pm \u2013 Midnight, Now through Jan 1st<\/p>\n
All is Bright at Vestavia City Center<\/h3>\n
Thursday, December 5, from 6-8 PM for our annual holiday celebration, All Is Bright! Enjoy a festive evening featuring a screening of the holiday classic, The Grinch, with complimentary hot chocolate and popcorn. The movie starts at 6:30 PM!<\/p>\n
Santa and The Grinch will be on-site for fun photo ops, and there will be a photo booth, free activities for kids including balloon twisting, a bounce house, and more! Don\u2019t miss out on exciting giveaways from our retailers at the Vestavia City Center tent!<\/p>\n
Free Grinch Pictures at Steele Hall Brewing<\/h3>\n
Come meet the Grinch and get FREE photos with him on December 8th, 2024 at 1pm \u2013 4pm at Steele Hall Brewing. Includes a tacky Christmas contest, food, drinks, activities and more!<\/p>\n
Homewood Christmas Parade<\/h3>\n
The parade will feature the lighting of the Homewood Star on 18th Street as the parade enters Downtown Homewood. After the star is lit, the parade continues and then culminates with the lighting of the Christmas tree at city hall plaza.<\/p>\n
The parade will begin on December 10th, 2024 at 6:30pm from Homewood Public Library and travel east on Oxmoor Road. Then it will turn left onto 18th Street South, travel under the Christmas Star and then turn right onto 29th Avenue. It will then turn left onto 19th Street, travel past city hall and turn left onto 28th Avenue.<\/p>\n
The City of Birmingham\u2019s Holiday Block Party<\/h3>\n
Kick off the season by joining us for the Tree Lighting and Holiday Block Party on Sunday, Dec. 8 in front of City Hall on Short 20th Street North. There will be food trucks, music and the lighting of the Christmas tree.<\/p>\n
The event is FREE and will be from 4 to 7 p.m.; the tree lighting will be at 5:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the evening.<\/p>\n
Woodlawn Wonderland<\/h3>\n
Walking in a Woodlawn Wonderland! Join us on December 8th from 12pm \u2013 5pm for holiday shopping, hot cocoa and a visit from Santa, followed by the Woodlawn tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy a special day with family and friends \u2014 and knock out some yuletide gift hunting!<\/p>\n
Trussville Christmas Parade<\/h3>\n
Join us for the 2024 Christmas Parade as it passes through historic Trussville. This is a free event for the citizens of Trussville to enjoy.<\/p>\n
On December 14th, 2024 at 2pm-4pm, the parade will begin on Parkway Drive. It will turn right onto Gadsden Highway and right again onto Chalkville Mountain Road. The parade will end at the mall.<\/p>\n
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Thank you to our sponsor, the Birmingham Zoo. For more information about Glow Wild, or any class, camps or daily activities happening at the Zoo make sure to visit their website.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n
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