Heading into some Valentine’s Day Fun! 
It’s the weekend before Valentine’s Day and you are going to LOVE these events! There’s a little bit of everything from Mardi Gras events, to some events that are pet friendly! Of course the weekend ends with the biggest football game of the year!  Check out all of the fun below and start planning your weekend now! 
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UAB Blazers Thirsty Thursday
Thurs, Feb 8, 8pm
Cost: $10
At: Bartow Arena (map)
Come cheer on the Blazers on Thursday, February 8th, as they host their second straight Top 25 team and last season's Final Four participant Florida Atlantic. Head out to Bartow Arena for a great night of college basketball with tickets for just $10 through the link below!  Domestic beer will also be $5 for the evening. The Blazers will be wearing black and fans are encouraged to do the same.
Click here for more info.

Kiss ‘Em or Diss ‘Em Valentine’s Spectacular
Thurs-Sat, Feb 8-10, 7pm
Cost: $15/$30/$50
At: Sidewalk Cinema (map)
Sidewalk Cinema is hosting their annual Kiss ‘Em or Diss ‘Em event! This is such a fun and creative way to celebrate Valentine’s. You can pick between a romantic film OR something that is the complete opposite! It kicks off Thursday night in the Cinema Lobby with FREE “Soundtrack Karaoke.” You can sing some of your favorite romantic movie hits! The movies will be shown on Friday & Saturday starting at 7pm. 
Friday: The Notebook OR American Psycho
Saturday: Love & Basketball OR But I’m a Cheerleader
Tickets for the films are $15, but you can get a VIP package ($30 single/$50 couple) that includes ticket(s) to the film of your choice and a wristband that will give you access to a tarot reader (Friday night), astrologer(Saturday Night), bracelet and button making stations, a DIY Valentine Station, photo backdrops and options for photos with professional photographer David Smith, drink specials, and 2 limited edition stickers!!!
Click here for more info. 

Super Fat Friday
Fri, Feb 9, 5-9pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: Bham District Brewing (map)
Join in for a spectacular Mardi Gras celebration at Birmingham District Brewing Company on Friday, February 9th, from 5-9 PM! Get ready to indulge in the festivities of "Super Fat Friday," where they’ll be releasing a special beer release that's sure to tickle your taste buds, perfectly complemented by an enticing Cajun-inspired menu prepared by the talented Off Beat Catering team. Immerse yourself in the vibrant and lively atmosphere as District brings the spirit of Mardi Gras to Birmingham.
A Portion of proceeds will be donated to InToto Creative Arts Forum during the event! InToto Creative Arts Forum provides opportunities for artistic expression, healing, and connection for people affected by social and economic hardships.
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Magic City Dessert Competition
Fri, Feb 9, 7-10pm
Cost: $25-$50
At: Regions Field (map)
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and support a great cause at the upcoming Magic City Dessert Competition, hosted by the Cahaba Valley Health Care Junior Board. This delectable event is set to take place on February 9, 2024, at the iconic Regions Field, starting at 7:00 PM. In addition to the dessert extravaganza, the Magic City Dessert Competition will feature a silent auction, live band, and signature cocktails. Beer, wine, and signature cocktails will be available to complement the flavors of the evening, making it an all-around sensory experience.
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Milk & Honey: Mardi Gras
Fri, Feb 9, 8pm
Cost: $20
At: Saturn (map)
Get ready to dance into Mardi Gras with this February edition of Milk & Honey at Saturn! Enjoy performances and music by DJ Manny / DJ Trapgoth / Stevo Blaque / Ć2Ć ! If you like EDM, fun lights, and great outfits, this is the event for you! The New Year’s Eve event was INCREDIBLE!!! 
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Galentine’s Silent Disco
Fri, Feb 9, 8-11pm
Cost: $10-$15
At: Monday Night Brewing (map)
Gather your besties and celebrate Galentine's Day like never before. Featuring a Silent Disco, where you can groove to your favorite tunes with wireless headphones provided by Ear Jams Headphone Rentals. Not feeling the music on one channel? Simply switch over to the next. There's something for everyone! Expect a lively atmosphere, amazing company, and plenty of dancing! Whether you're celebrating love, getting over a breakup, or just chilling with the girls, this event is for you! Crank up those headphones and let loose to your favorite songs! You set the volume and can sing as loud as you want, so belt it out!
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Mardi Paw Puppy Parade
Sat, Feb 10, 1-5pm
Cost: FREE
At: Hi-Wire Brewing (map)
Let the good times roll over! Join in the fun at Hi-Wire Birmingham for a tail-wagging Mardi Paw Puppy Parade! Stroll through a Local Vendor Market, brimming with treats and swag for your furry friends. Then, let the spotlight shine on your stylish pooch in the Dog Costume Contest! Dress up your pup in their Mardi Gras best and walk the parade for a chance to win pawsome prizes, including Hi-Wire gift cards!
Contest Categories:
-Best Traditional Mardi Gras Costume: Think royal purple, emerald green, and glittering gold, complete with masks and beads!
-Funniest Costume: Make the judges howl with laughter!
-Best Group Costume (Owner/Dog): Double the fun, double the flair!
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Galentine’s Day-Besties, Blooms & Brews
Sat, Feb 10, 2-5pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: TrimTab Brewing (map)
Spend the afternoon with brews & blooms, at TrimTab Brewing Co. Create your own bouquet, make one with a friend, or purchase by the stem at the Galentine’s inspired DIY BLOOM BAR.
They’ll be set up with gorgeous fresh cut flowers, priced by the stem, for make & take bouquets. No reservations required! Visit any time during the Bloom Bar hours of 2pm-5pm, & create at your own pace and taste. Some floral experts will be on-site to assist, offer tips, tricks, and helpful advice amidst all the fun! 
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Grace Potter at Iron City
Sat, Feb 10, 8pm
Cost: $40
At: Iron City (map)
The incredible Grace Potter is performing at Iron City this Saturday as part of her Mother Road album tour. This is a fantastic venue for watching Grace Potter. We’ve seen her a few times and she always puts on a great show!  
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The Black Jacket Symphony: Purple Rain
Sat, Feb 10, 8pm
Cost: $25+
At: BJCC (map)
Black Jacket Symphony is known for their incredible note for note playing of famous albums. This Saturday, they will be paying tribute to the one and only, and forever iconic, Prince! They will play the album Purple Rain. Get ready to have a great time and we can almost guarantee you’ll get chills when they play “Purple Rain.”  
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No Scrubs 90’s Dance Party
Sat, Feb 10, 10pm
Cost: $16
At: Saturn (map)
NO SCRUBS: 90s Dance Party began in 2003 in Washington, DC as a one-off concept party by DJ Will Eastman. The idea was simple: play both guilty pleasures and underground classics you listened to growing up in the90s: Salt N Pepa and Nirvana. Ace of Base and Happy Mondays. The Prodigy and Biggie. It is now the largest and longest running 90s party in America. Exercise your pleasure groove to 2Pac, Biggie, Ace of Base, Backstreet Boys, Beastie Boys, Bell Biv Devoe, Britney, C&C Music Factory, Color Me Bass, Cypress Hill, Green Day, Nirvana, Jay-Z, Keith Sweat, Kris Kross, LL Cool J, Naughty By Nature, *NSYNC, Oasis, Salt-N-Pepa, Sir Mix-A Lot, Smashing Pumpkins, Snoop Dogg, Spice Girls, SWV, TLC, A Tribe Called Quest, Weezer, Wu-Tang and everyone 90s all night long!
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Gumbo Cook-Off
Sun, Feb 11, 3pm
Cost: FREE
At: The Margaret (map)
Have a great recipe for gumbo? Bring it in a crock pot to enter the contest! Win $25 cash & a $25 Margaret gift card. Bowls and spoons will be provided. Stop in and enjoy some delicious gumbo on a dreary day. 
Click here for more info. 

Super Bowl Watch Parties
Sun, Feb 11, (Times Vary)
Cost: Free to attend
At: Various Bham Venues 
This year’s Super Bowl has garnered a lot of media attention. Whether you’re a 49’s fan, a Chiefs fan, enjoy the ads and halftime show, or are looking forward to cut aways to Taylor Swift, there are a few venues hosting watch parties! Here are just a few of them.  Times for each event vary so be sure to check the links: 
Bham District Brewing - FREE Hot Dogs!
Sidewalk Cinema - Drink Specials and fun in the lobby!
Ghost Train - $50 All you can eat & drink! 

TVs of Terror: Ernest Scared Stupid
Sun, Feb 11, 8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Saturn (map)
This is one of our favorite FREE Bham events! Head over to Saturn at 8pm this Sunday for a special VHS screening of Ernest Scared Stupid, and bring some mi-ak with ya! It's gonna get gooey! The film will be shown on an old tv as well as being projected on the screen! 
As per usual, there'll be eats and sips aplenty on-hand. Snacks, popcorn, pizza, wow! And for the adults in the audience (all shows are 18+, after all), there'll be a special drink that should help ward off any evil trolls that might show up. 
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