Events Calendar

On view in the First Floor Gallery, "Art on the Inside" features works in an array of media, including watercolor, pencil, pastel, mixed-media collage, and handmade paper. The largest work in the show is an eye-catching collaboration among APAEP artists, nationally renowned artist Tameca Cole, and New Orleans-based Brendon Palmer-Angell. The present exhibition marks the unveiling of the mural, which is titled "Can You See You?".

Based at Auburn University, the Alabama Prison Arts + Education Project works to create spaces where currently and formerly incarcerated individuals can practice meaningful engagement with the arts and develop their own artistic voices. Founded with the knowledge that creativity is an essential trait of humanity, the program has grown from one poet teaching one class in one facility to hundreds of classes that have reached thousands of students at over 12 facilities. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Birmingham, AL. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at The Steiner Auditorium at the Birmingham Museum of Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.

General Info
Venue: The Steiner Auditorium at the Birmingham Museum of Art
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Birmingham, AL
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

Tentative Program

Love Story
Cardigan
Blank Space
Enchanted
Anti-Hero
Lavender Haze
Fortnight (ft. Post Malone)
All Too Well
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
Cruel Summer
But Daddy I Love Him
You Belong With Me
Shake It Off

Performers

Listeso String Quartet

Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph). Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, LES MISÉRABLES tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More” and many more.  

Wilder Woods and HAFFWAY

TICKETS ARE ONLY $12 ONLINE!! Purchase your tickets NOW!!

Join the PARTY during our SCREAM BREAK HAUNTED HOUSE at Arx Mortis, featuring the Mortis Legion creatures packed within The Underground attraction, celebrating Spring Break with plenty of SCREAMS! This will be the FINAL TIME to see The Underground at Arx Mortis before MAJOR renovations take place for our 2025 Halloween season!!

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Birmingham, AL. Get your tickets now to discover Neo-Soul favorites featuring songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, and more at Birmingham Museum of Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.

General Info
Venue: Birmingham Museum of Art
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Birmingham, AL
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

Tentative Program

Prince – Purple Rain
Lauryn Hill – Ex-Factor
Alicia Keys – You Don’t Know My Name
Sade – Smooth Operator
D’Angelo – Untitled (How Does It Feel)
Childish Gambino – Redbone
Frank Ocean – Thinkin Bout You
Boyz II Men – The End of the Road
Miguel – Adorn
SZA – Good Days
H.E.R. – The Best Part
Erykah Badu – Tyrone
Solange – Don’t Touch My Hair

Performers

Listeso String Quartet

Seating Map

Analog Daydream with Left Hand Hotdog at The Nick

City Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art criticism, art theory, and art history.

Grades 2-3: Tuesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Grades 4-5: Monday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Grades 6-8: Wednesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Grades 9-12: Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm

"Issues" is a series of new canvases by local artist Jourdan Truth McGowan. The featured paintings are imagined covers of iconic magazines, in which McGowan makes bold commentaries on culture, politics, religion, and other topics. The paintings invite viewers to engage in meaningful reflection and dialogue on the pressing challenges of our time.

Jourdan Truth McGowan is a full-time artist from Enterprise, Alabama, who brings his own experiences and cultural heritage into every brushstroke of his paintings. By telling stories that are both inspirational and deeply human, his art speaks to people of all backgrounds, transcending barriers to connect on a universal level. For more information about McGowan, www.artoftruth.guru.

This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.

Building With Bricks is a program offered by the Alabama Center for Architecture in partnership with the Structural Engineers Association of Alabama. We provide a week long program during Birmingham City Schools spring break a place for parents to take their children and build LEGO structures with Architects and Engineers. Kids can test their builds on a seismic shake table to see if the build could withstand our earthquake simmulator or place it on our cityscape window display for everyone to see. There will also be architectural builds, Lego builds, and models for kids to look at and learn about.

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the 8th annual Fido Fest! 🐶🐾 This pet-friendly celebration of our four-legged friends brings together local vendors and community partners for a day filled with loads of fun.

What to Expect:

- Adoptions with Greater Birmingham Humane Society

- Pet Fashion Show – To enter, select the registration add-on to your ticket in Eventbrite

- Local Pet-Friendly Vendors with treats, accessories & more

- Live Music by The Onlys and AMP'D ENTERTAINMENT

- Photo ops, giveaways & interactive experiences

- Food trucks & drinks for both humans & pups

- And more to be announced!

All well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome! Come support GBHS and enjoy a fun-filled day with your furry friends.

Tickets are FREE! Grab yours here. We can't wait to see you there!

Swag bags available at check-in while supplies last.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2025

Contact:
Tucker Hawkins, Program Manager
Renew Birmingham
205.615.5074
[email protected] | www.renewbham.org

Renew Birmingham Hosts Community Yard Party in Collaboration with Be Kind Birmingham
Celebration Set for Saturday, March 29 to Highlight Collective Impact and Community Connection

Birmingham, AL — Renew Birmingham is bringing good vibes, great people, and community spirit to the Wylam neighborhood this Saturday, March 29, with a Yard Party hosted in partnership with Be Kind, a local nonprofit rooted in healing, joy, and creative collaboration. The event will take place at Be Kind, located in the Wylam neighborhood at 4605 7th Ave, Birmingham, AL 35224, and is free and open to the public.

The Yard Party is more than a celebration—it’s a reflection of what happens when communities come together to build on what’s already working. By partnering with Be Kind and utilizing existing neighborhood spaces, Renew Birmingham is showcasing its commitment to a collective impact model that lifts up local efforts without reinventing the wheel.

“We’re excited to celebrate with the Wylam community and show what’s possible when we collaborate,” said Gerrel Jones, Executive Director at Renew Birmingham. “This partnership with Be Kind represents the kind of resource-sharing and relationship-building that strengthens Ensley, Ensley Highlands, Tuxedo, and Wylam.”

Event Details:

What: Renew Birmingham Yard Party
When: Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 11am - 2pm 
Where: Be Kind – 4605 7th Ave, Birmingham, AL 35224
Who: Open to all neighbors, families, and community partners

The Yard Party will feature music, games, lunch, and opportunities to connect with local leaders and organizations working to create a more vibrant and equitable Birmingham. For more information or media inquiries, contact Tucker Hawkins at 205.615.5074 or [email protected]

About Renew Birmingham
Renew Birmingham is a nonprofit initiative focused on community revitalization in Ensley through intentional investment, collaboration, and resident-led change. Our mission is to help create a healthier, safer, and more vibrant community where every resident has the opportunity to thrive.

About Be Kind Birmingham
Be Kind Birmingham is a community-rooted organization based in Birmingham, Alabama, creating healing spaces through art, wellness, education, and love. By centering the voices and creativity of community members, Be Kind supports collective joy and transformation.

Learn more about Renew Birmingham at www.renewbham.org and Be Kind at www.bekindbirmingham.org.

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Willie Williams (left), Randy Gachet (top right), and Anjene Williams (bottom right) This program will feature local artists, including Willie Williams, Randy Gachet, and Ajene Williams, who will discuss the impact and transformative power of public sculpture. Inspired by the BMA’s latest exhibition, Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden, these artists will share the stories told through their sculptures that populate our city. The event, held in the BMA auditorium, will delve into the creative processes and experiences of these artists. Following the discussion, the program will transition into an interactive walking tour along CityWalk.

Enjoy performances presented by the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Music this spring, including some special guest artists.

The Department of Music, in the UAB College of Arts and Sciences, presents recitals and concerts by students, faculty and guest artists each fall and spring semester. Many of the performances are free and open to the public.

Monster Jam

Explosions In the Sky

Aaron Lewis

Ritual DFW- Ghost Tribute

Save the date for the fifth installment of Pour Us Another! A FREE event celebrating women + non-binary humans, craft beer, and fermentation.

Planned by Pink Boots Birmingham and hosted by Monday Night Brewing, this event is all-women everything. We’ll have a Women of Craft Beer Panel, female and non-binary-owned businesses for you to shop, and more.

FEMALE AND NONBINARY CRAFT BEER PANELDiane Debord, Taproom Manager, Back40 Brewing CompanyDeAngelo Elridge, Bham MixologistCaroline Shubert, Part-Time Brewer, Common BondTanya Twerdowsky, Vice President of Client Services, The Modern Brand
Moderator: Kayla Stinnett, Co-Chapter Leader, Pink Boots Society

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Join Central Alabama Pride for a Golden Girls-inspired tasting experience filled with decadent cheesecake, handcrafted cocktails, and nostalgia!

🗓 Date: Saturday, March 30

⏰ Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Avenue D Events, 3008 4th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233

🍰 Indulge in gourmet cheesecake tastings inspired by your favorite ladies

🍹 Sip on signature Golden Girls-themed cocktails crafted to perfection

🎶 Enjoy 80s music and dancing for the ultimate retro vibes

🎭 Dress as your favorite Golden Girl for a fabulous costume contest

📸 Strike a pose in the themed photo booth

🎁 Win exciting door prizes just for showing up and having fun!

✨ Tickets are $50 and include tastings, entertainment, and all the Golden fun!

Music4Romania (www.music4romania.org) cordially invites you to its first event of the 2025 series "Letters to the Future" to be held on Sunday, March 30, from 3 to 6 PM, at The Episcoipal Church of St. Francis of Assisi (3545 Cahaba Valley Road, Indian Springs, AL 35124). Georgia-based artist Saida Sharapova will lead a Pysanky Egg Decorating Workshop where participants will learn to decorate Easter eggs, incorporating Romanian and/or Ukrainian colors and symbols, and then take home their decorated eggs just in time for Easter! The participation cost of $25.00/person (payable by check or cash only, on site) includes all supplies as well as a cheese and wine tasting. Everyone is invited and welcome! Please RSVP by replying to this email ([email protected]) or by calling (205)807-5814 by March 23, 2025.

Music4Romania’s 2025 series “Letters to the Future” aims to present uplifting events that speak the language of the heart, bypassing any boundaries, building bridges and uniting people from various backgrounds, and carrying a message of hope and beauty for the future. It is our hope that you will be joining us at all our events! Please mark your calendars for Music4Romania’s next event - “To My Mother” -  celebrating mothers and mother-like figures through Romanian folk tales and beloved music, to be held at Baptist Church of the Covenant on Sunday, May 11, at 7:00 PM; a reception honoring all mothers present will follow the concert. Also, although it is very early, please make plans to attend the 2nd Annual DOR: A Romanian Festival to be held at The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi on Sunday, September 14.

A few words about the Pysanky Egg Decorating Workshop on March 30:

A pysanka is an egg decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs, using a wax-resist method. A native of Uzbekistan, the artist leading our workshop, Saida Sharapova, started writing Pysanky after moving from Atlanta to Kyiv, Ukraine in 2019 and accidentally attending a workshop led by Zoya Stashuk. She said it was “love at the first wax line,” and since then she continuously expanded her skills and started teaching her own students. She finds inspiration in geometrical shapes, nature, and international folk arts and strives to write traditional Ukrainian Pysanky with the aim of preserving and spreading this art in its original sacred form. Each pysanka is a message with wishes of peace, safety, prosperity and unity with the Universe, and the lines, colors, and symbols used carry a positive meaning.

In Romania, painted eggs are the most colorful and loved part of the Orthodox Easter celebration. The colors and symbols used to decorate the eggs vary according to the region, but a few colors are constantly used: red is love; black is eternity; yellow is youth and rich crops; green represents nature; and blue means health and sunny skies. The decorative motifs are also diverse, mixing symbols like the cross or the star with nature and animal representations. The use of symbols is also influenced by regional and local elements. This is the case of the artisans from Ciocanesti, Bucovina, who use the geometrical motifs painted on the houses from their village to decorate their creations. The lines used in the painting process have their own meaning. If the straight vertical line means life, the horizontal one means death. The double straight line and the spiral symbolize eternity while the curved line is water and purification.