Weekend Roundup: Oct. 10-13, 2019

Russell Hooks -

Leaves are falling all around...


...it’s time you were on your way to some great events! This weekend is filled with multiple food festivals and lots of Fall fun! Most of you know by now that we are in the process of moving, so a BIG shout out to **[Two Men & a Truck](https://www.facebook.com/twomenbirmingham/)** for helping us so that we still have time to get out and enjoy our city! Check below to see where you need to be! **[#RUhappenin](https://www.instagram.com/happeninsintheham/)**
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Barktoberfest
Thurs, Oct. 10, 6-10pm
Cost: $20
At: Cahaba Brewing Co. (map)
Don’t miss the 2019 Barktoberfest tonight at Cahaba Brewing Company! Bring your four-legged companions to enjoy a doggie caricature artist, costume contest, puppy photo booth, and more! There will be free hotdogs while supplies last and your admission gets you a drink ticket! This supports Hand in Paw, so all of the fun is for a fantastic cause!
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**SCA: Dancing with the Stars of the Magic City Thurs, Oct. 10, 6:30-9pm Cost: $25 At: Lyric Theatre ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lyric+Theatre/@33.5152313,-86.8117908,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891b9181ae0f87:0x23d9263389211a7d!8m2!3d33.5152268!4d-86.8096021))** The First Light Young Partners invite you to the 4rd Annual Dancing with the Stars of the Magic City, presented by Surgical Care Affiliates at the historic Lyric Fine Arts Theatre on Thursday, October 10th! All proceeds from this event will benefit First Light’s emergency shelter and supportive housing programs for homeless women and their families. Dancing with the Stars of the Magic City brings together local stars and choreographers for a spectacular one-night competition you do not want to miss. Each team will perform a 90-second dance routine and compete for trophies including the Torch People’s Choice Award, which will be given to the team who inspires the most support for First Light. **[Click here for more info.](https://firstlightstars.swell.gives/lochamygangolli)**

Adventure Film Series by Mountain High Outfitters
Thurs, Oct. 10, 7-9pm
Cost: FREE
At: Avondale Brewing Co. (map)
Don’t miss this FREE Fall Film Series of “Adventure Films!” The first showing is at Avondale Brewing and is of the film “Free Solo,” a documentary of Alex Honnold who climbs cliffs with NO ROPES! Gearbox Adventure Rentals and Mountain High Outfitters will be on sight with some great outdoor gear for your fall camping adventures!
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**Vintage Market Days Oct. 11-13, Times Vary Cost: $5-$11 At: Finley Center ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Finley+Center/@33.3365046,-86.8502377,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88892116b3fc0901:0x77fac3e6f1af8882!8m2!3d33.3365001!4d-86.848049))** Head to the Finley Center this weekend for 3 days of this Vintage Market! Vintage Market Days travels to multiple cities where they partner with some phenomenal vendors. You are sure to find something for yourself and others! This is a great way to get an early start on holiday shopping! **[Click here for more info.](https://www. .com/events/355626271752372/)**
**2nd Annual Katztoberfest Fri, Oct. 11, 5-9pm Cost: $25 At: Tortugas ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tortugas+Pizza/@33.5067835,-86.8148027,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bf287fe487d:0xac06db6ddfd877b0!8m2!3d33.506779!4d-86.812614))** It’s Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue's 2nd Annual Katztoberfest! Join them for Pizza, Beer, Fun and Games! Buy your ticket for only $25 and enjoy several variations of Pizza and Beer, Browse their marketplace and have fun with the silent auction! Help Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue save even more lives! This year we they’re excited to announce that Good People Brewing will also be participating! Located adjacent to Tortuga's, Good People is allowing Kitty Kat Haven to use their outdoor patio as well as providing one beer per ticket! Plus they will have their usual Friday night live music! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.ticketor.com/kittykathavenrescue/tickets/katztoberfest-177490?fbclid=IwAR3zzyAPmcgq1_4m7zkD0J1TE7ojMDTZ73lbc7OGRDPHSzcBN63Esd3JCBw#buy)**
**Boo at the Zoo Oct. 11-31, 5-9pm Cost: $10+ At: Birmingham Zoo ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Birmingham+Zoo/@33.4860132,-86.7817301,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891a2a66044ac9:0x25d826e7b63dd34b!8m2!3d33.4860087!4d-86.7795414))** Starting Friday, and going through Halloween, Boo at the Zoo returns! Watch as the Zoo transforms into a destination of spooky attractions, costumed characters, themed rides and carnival games for 18 nights! Guests, especially kids, are invited to wear their favorite family-friendly costumes as they partake in the festivities. Check the website to see which nights will have special appearances by Marvel Characters! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.birminghamzoo.com/event/boo-at-the-zoo-2019-tickets/?fbclid=IwAR2iEsV0W-iQ66wp5wx7gKnokYeRArmJS6bKTyjvw52SlFxCuX41GSRDQjg)**
**Just Show up Show Fri, Oct. 11, 7-10:30pm Cost: FREE At: Uptown ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Uptown/@33.5254654,-86.8108064,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891b9b8f913883:0x83f680eededba885!8m2!3d33.5254609!4d-86.8086177))** On Friday, Oct. 11, MAX, Ally Brooke, Daya, Spencer Sutherland, and Stephanie Poetri will take over Uptown Birmingham for a night you'll never forget! This show is FREE and all you have to do is Just Show Up! VIP tickets are available for purchase and include meet & greet, a picture with all artists, and skip the line passes! The best part is that it benefit Children’s of Alabama! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/414432695846726/)**

Horror Movie Trivia Night
Fri, Oct. 11, 7-9pm
Cost: $10
At: Wild Roast (map)
Host Daniel Vann will test your knowledge of all the best in the horror movie genre. Winner(s) get a prize. Outside food and drink will be allowed. If you fancy yourself a horror movie buff, then this is the event for you!
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St. Symeon Food & Culture Festival
Sat, Oct. 12, 9am-4pm
Cost: FREE
At: St. Symeon (map)
Come join the Second Annual St. Symeon Food and Culture Fair this Saturday!! Tour the church, see and learn about the new iconographic murals, hear their internationally loved choir, and shop the multi-ethnic marketplace for baked goods and gifts from around the world. The marketplace will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the fellowship hall.
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Harvest Fest
Sat, Oct. 12, 9am-5pm
Cost: $5
At: Oak Mountain (map)
Hay Rides! Marina Rentals! Bounce Houses! Shopping! Face Painting! SUP and Kayak Demos! Food Vendors! Gem Mining! Yard Games! Chic-Fil-A Cows! Live Birds of Prey! Pony Rides! Hands-on Encounters with Snakes and Turtles! Rock Wall! The Harvest Festival at Oak Mountain will have a little bit of everything! Don’t miss out!
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Ribeye Rumble
Sat, Oct. 12, 10am-3pm
Cost: $15
At: Back Forty Brewing (map)
The Magic City Ribeye Rumble will bring together competitors seeking the title of Best Steak in Birmingham. The event's mission is to become Birmingham's first and only steak cook-off challenge, while raising funds for No Kid Hungry. Head to Back Forty and watch these teams face off in this epic cooking challenge!
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**Woodlawn Street Market Sat, Oct. 12, 10am-4pm Cost: FREE At: Woodlawn ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Woodlawn+Cycle+Cafe/@33.5399152,-86.7533464,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891a8568ba7fe9:0xa15c28032d3b7f32!8m2!3d33.5399107!4d-86.7511577))** It’s actually going to feel like Fall this weekend, so head to Woodlawn Street Market for a great time! Eat food from delicious local vendors and find fun gifts for friends and family. This is one of our favorite Bham street markets because of its laid back atmosphere. This is a great way to kick off your Saturday! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/539215023563614/)**

Mt. Laurel Fall Fest
Sat, Oct. 12, 10am-3pm
Cost: FREE
At: Mt. Laurel (map)
Mt. Laurel is always gorgeous, but especially in the Fall! Head out to this picturesque town with streets lined with vendors for the day! The Festival has something for the whole family, including shopping; watching live music on the Bryson Square Stage; and savoring delicious eats at Mt Laurel restaurants and Birmingham food trucks, and a Kid Zone! Don’t miss out on what feels like the perfect Fall Festival!
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Brazilian Day Festival
Sat. Oct. 12, 11m-4pm
Cost: FREE to attend
At: New Horizon Church (map)
Brazilian Day is an annual festival that brings the food and culture of Brazil to Birmingham. Guests can spend the day listening to the sounds of Brazilian music and eating fresh food cooked by local Brazilians. The food includes full meals of rice, beans and meat, fried delicacies, barbequed meat, açaí smoothies, deserts and more! There are also plenty of activities for the kids to enjoy such as the inflatable zone, face painting and games. The money raised at the event is used for missions and humanitarian projects!
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Smokin’ & Stokin’
Sat, Oct. 12, 12-5pm
Cost: $10
At: Trussville Civic Center (map)
Join in the Second Annual Trussville Daybreak Rotary Smokin’ and Stokin’ BBQ Cook Off! This is a day filled with great entertainment, amazing BBQ, great food trucks, kids activities and so much more! Stop in and sample all kinds BBQ as teams compete to move up to a larger competition! The proceeds benefit a local firefighter who was injured in the line of duty earlier this year.
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Alabama Street Food Fest
Sat, Oct. 12, 12-5pm
Cost: FREE
At: Cahaba Brewing Co. (map)
You don't really need an excuse to drink beer and watch football at Cahaba Brewing Co., but here’s a great one! Join in for the Alabama Street Food Festival as Cahaba Brewing hosts the best food trucks and pop-up kitchens around! You may just find some new unique food offerings from your local favorites! You don't want to miss this free event where there is sure to be something to please everyone in your group.
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Ghost Train Brewing 3rd Annual Throwdown
Sat, Oct. 12, 12pm-Midnight
Cost: FREE
At: Ghost Train Brewing (map)
Ghost Train is turning 3! This Saturday, enjoy tons of crazy small-batch beers, great food with Porky's Pride Smokehouse, a charity dunk tank with your favorite (or least favorite) GT employees, and music with Jason Grubbs and the Midnight Howlers and Jack Thomason! This is going to be a throwdown to remember!
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British Bash
Sun, Oct. 13, 10am-2pm
Cost: $10
At: Bham Botanical Gardens (map)
Head to Birmingham Botanical Gardens for DJs, a live band, baking competitions, best British dressed competition, face painting, bounce house and all you can eat silver tray service featuring items from our new catering menu and Little London’s famous Fish & Chips! This is the first British Bash in Birmingham, so don’t miss it!
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Trucks by the Tracks
Sun, Oct. 13, 11am-5pm
Cost: $5 adv/$8 at Gate
At: Railroad Park (map)
Trucks by the Tracks is back Sunday serving up everything from hot chicken, specialty burgers & tamales to fruit bowls, and all kinds of desserts! ! It's Birmingham at its best, with lawn games and activities set up throughout the park. There will be live bands taking to the stage to entertain everyone! The only tough decision is which food trucks to try! Be sure to head out to this family friendly event!
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