Fall Event Season is here!
This weekend brings us the return of Art Walk to downtown Birmingham! It’s also the opening week of WICKED at the BJCC, there’s a CahabaQue Tailgate, and a Battle of the Marching Bands! It’s going to be such a fun weekend! Check below for our picks for events to attend! 
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WICKED in Birmingham
Sept. 3rd-21st
Cost: $80+
At: BJCC Concert Hall (map)
Don’t miss your chance to see this epic Broadway production right here in Birmingham! WICKED will be here from Sept. 3rd-21st and tickets are selling FAST! Come see this creative take on a classic tale. The show features hit songs like “Popular” and “Defying Gravity!” So be sure to get your tickets now so you don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. We had a backstage tour and were blown away by the attention to detail and the number of sets and props! 
Click here for more info. 

Charm: Last Week in the Store
Now-Saturday
Cost: Free to Attend
At: Charm Birmingham (map)
We're so sad to see our friends at Charm leave their spot on 20th Street N., but you'll have a chance this week to stop by one last time. While attending Artwalk, be sure to pop into Charm! Pick out something magical & take home a piece of Charm before they head off on their next adventure! They'll have 30% off jewelry and purchases over $50 get a Mystery Gift (while supplies last)! Thanks to Charm for bringing the good vibes to downtown over the years!
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Birmingham Artwalk 2025
Fri-Sat, 5pm-10pm/10am-6pm
Cost: FREE
At: 20th St. N (map)
This is one of our favorite Bham festivals! Artwalk is a two-day arts festival that transforms Birmingham’s downtown neighborhood into an arts district, featuring the work of more than 100+ visual artists, live musicians, street performers, food and drink vendors, and children’s activities. It is free to the public and has become a much anticipated fall event, drawing more than 8,000+ people to the streets of downtown in the past. Be sure to check out and support Delaine Derry Green, Chris Davis, Eric Poland, Stephanie Carlisle, and many many other phenomenal artists! 
Click here for more info. 

JLBoutique Sale
Friday-Sunday
Cost: Free to Attend
At: JLB Building (map)
It's the JLBoutique Sale! Shop a curated selection of items, including: Furniture, Ladies Clothing, Baby Items, Housewares, Linens, and more!
Friday, September 5 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday, September 6 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday, September 7 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
This is the perfect opportunity to refresh your home and wardrobe while supporting the Junior League Birmingham. Don’t miss out on these fantastic finds! Engage. Inspire. Lead.
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Boots on the Block
Friday, 5pm-9pm
Cost: FREE
At: 55th Place N (map)
Grab your boots, and don’t forget your dancing feet this First Friday for the Boots on the Block party hosted by @Jazzon55th! There will be a DJ and a line dancing instructor for those who may need a helping hand in learning the moves. The Line Dancing lesson will be from 5:30pm-6:30pm. Get ready for a great time!
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Super Heroes Ball 2025
Friday, 8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Black Market Avondale (map)
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the return of the Super Heroes Ball! Put on your tights and head over to Black Market Bar’s Avondale location this Friday for some super charged fun! There will be a costume contest with some great prizes as well as some other fun activities. It’s always fun to see how creative people are with their costume ideas! It’s also a great appetizer for those who love dressing up for Halloween!  
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We Three Queens
Sept. 5th-19th
Cost: Free-$32
At: Theatre Downtown (map)
In the 1980’s, Cosmos was the biggest pop group in the world. Javelin, Comet, and Goldstar were household names. After sex, drugs, and rock-and-roll tore them apart, each found a new direction in life. Years later, when each is at rock bottom, the idea of a reunion tour becomes a reality, forcing each of them to face their demons, embrace the music within, and get over their petty grievances for the good of music itself.
Originally produced by Theatre Downtown in 2009, WE THREE QUEENS returns to the brand new TDT stage with revamped music from composer Flannery Whaley, an updated script from Billy Ray Brewton, and an exciting crop of new players! (Leave the kids at home for this one!)
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We-R-Toys Opening
Saturday, 10am
Cost: Free to attend
At: Painted Tree Boutiques (map)
We-R-Toys newest store(s) will open inside Painted Tree Boutiques newest and first location in Birmingham, AL. Barbie, Loungefly, Funko, Disney Figurines, Plush and much, much more. Opening day is Saturday September 6th in the River Ridge Shopping Center. Over 300 vendors from all over the Southeast!
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CahabaQue Tailgate Challenge
Saturday, 10:30am-2pm
Cost: Free-$20
At: Cahaba Brewing Co. (map)
Join in the fun this Saturday at Cahaba Brewing Co. for CahabaQue Tailgate Challenge - a new twist on CahabaQue! This all-new concept means anyone can bring their best tailgate food and decor and compete to win! Come try all-you-can-eat meat, dip or side, and dessert samples, and vote for your favorite tailgate while enjoying craft beer and football. Gates open at 11:00 a.m. for general admission! The event runs until 2:00 p.m. Make a day of it and hang out at Cahaba Brewing for a great cause, breast cancer research right here in Alabama.
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Taste of Korea
Saturday, 11am-3pm
Cost: FREE (RSVP via link below)
At: Bessemer Civic Center (map)
You’re invited to a vibrant festival celebrating the traditions and modern culture of Korea! Come and enjoy delicious food and fun, hands-on activities for the whole family. They will have Experience Booths including:
Hanbok Experience 👘
Taekwondo Experience 👊
Korean Calligraphy ✍️
Fan Making
Photo Booth 📸
K-Beauty & Face Mask 💆‍♀️
Korean Games
There will also be a Korean Food Zone serving up some of the most delicious Korean dishes! Don't miss out!
Click here for more info.


Anime Rave (21+)
Saturday, 9pm
Cost: $32
At: Saturn (map)
Embark on an extraordinary journey into the heart of anime euphoria at the #WeTouchGrass BIRMINGHAM Anime Rave on SEPT. 6TH, 2025! Back by popular demand, this 21+ spectacle promises an unforgettable night filled with electrifying anime vibes that will leave you craving more. Dance to the beats of your beloved anime tunes and experience the enchantment of #WeTouchGrass' renowned Anime Raves, celebrated across North America and Europe by over 50,000 people. This event combines cosplay and EDM, two incredibly fun things! 
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Legends at Legion: Battle of the Bands
Sunday, 3pm
Cost: $30
At: Legion Field (map)
If you love great halftime shows, this is the event for you! A STACKED lineup of Alabama’s HBCUs and some High Schools will take to Legion Field to compete against one another in this epic battle of the bands! Get ready for mega field shows, drumlines, show-stopping dance and choreography, and much more! This event is sure to get you fired up! 
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Magic City Smooth Jazz Legacy Series
Sunday, 3:30pm-7pm
Cost: FREE
At: Iron City (map)
The legacy lives on! This year Magic City Smooth Jazz will honor the life and vision of the late Bernard Lockhart, founder of Magic City Smooth Jazz and the heart behind Jazz in the Park with Legacy Series. Come hear some fantastic jazz performers take the stage at Iron City as you wind down your weekend. The event is indoors, so it’s rain or shine AND air conditioned! 
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