Market Noel, Beersgiving, Glow Wild, and so much more! 

Looking for some fun weekend plans? We’ve got you covered! Just because it’s a little toasty outside, doesn’t mean you can’t get into the holiday spirit. In fact, the JLB Market Noel is all indoors at the Finley Center this Thursday-Saturday! CityWalk Bham is hosting FOUR parties this Sunday and Miracle on 24th Street returns for 2025! Check out our list of exciting events to enjoy this weekend, before it’s time to baste those turkeys! 
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JLB: Market Noel 2025
Thursday-Saturday
Cost: $16+
At: The Finley Center (map)
The Junior League of Birmingham hosts their annual shopping event features more than 100 vendors and is held at The Finley Center in Hoover. Purchase tickets to enjoy shopping, treats, and events. Market Noel kicks-off with Preview Noel on Nov. 19 followed by 3 days of shopping. Check the website for details and ticketing on special events. This event helps the JLB donate to a TON of local non-profits in the Birmingham area!
Market Noel General Shopping Hours:
Thursday, November 20 from 10 A.M.-8 P.M.
Friday, November 21 from 10 A.M.-6 P.M.
Saturday, November 22 from 9 A.M.-5 P.M.
Check out the special events such as Preview Noel and Brunch with the Big Guy!
Click here for more info.

AEC Green Drinks: Glass Recycling in B’ham
Thursday, 5:30pm-7pm
Cost: FREE (Donations welcome!)
At: Rojo (map)
Don’t miss the next Green Drinks happy hour with Glass Half Full at their EAT Sustainability partner, Rojo, in their side room. Talk will begin promptly at 6 p.m.! Come learn about glass recycling! Glass Half Full is a glass recycling company based in New Orleans with a new warehouse in Birmingham that crushes glass bottles into sustainable sand. Learn about the history and growth of GHF as well as their expansion into Birmingham. Free & open to the public! $15 suggested donation to support this incredible mission.
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Miracle on 24th Street
Now-Christmas, 3pm-12am
Cost: Free to attend
At: Hold Your Horses (map)
It’s back! Hold Your Horses is hosting Miracle on 24th Street, an immersive holiday experience! Come enjoy a holiday themed cocktail (or mocktail) while surrounded by inflatable decorations, presents hanging from the ceiling, and enough lights to make Clark Griswold jealous! This experience will be running throughout the holiday season, but gets more and more crowded the closer we get to Christmas. Head there this weekend and get some fun pics and a BIG dose of holiday cheer! 
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North Pole Expo
Friday-Saturday, 9am-6pm/4pm (Sat)
Cost: FREE
At: Trussville Civic Center (map)
The North Pole is returning to Trussville! Join in for two full days of holiday shopping, festive fun, Santa photos, live entertainment, food trucks, and more! Shop a huge variety of gifts, décor, treats, arts & crafts, boutique finds, and plenty of holiday magic. Admission is free, the halls will be decked, and the holiday spirit is guaranteed. Mark your calendar!
Click here for more info.

Game On!: Back to the 90’s Party (21+)
Friday, 7pm-11pm
Cost: FREE
At: Lee’s Coffee/Workplay (map)
Leave the kiddo’s at home for the 21+ Game Night at Lee’s Coffee/Workplay! They’re taking it back to the 90’s with some GLOW fun! Level up your Friday night! FREE arcade games • FREE mini golf • FREE Trivia at Lee’s Coffee • Drink specials all night with 90s vibes and throwback hits! Bust out your black light responsive neon and come enjoy a night of fun! Be sure to check out the Lee’s Coffee secret menu of holiday themed coffee and cocktails that are sure to keep you warm and cozy! 
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Glow Wild 2025
Nov. 22-Jan 4, 5pm-9pm
Cost: $12-$22
At: Bham Zoo (map)
The Birmingham Zoo is thrilled to announce the return of its dazzling holiday tradition, Glow Wild: An Animal Lantern Celebration! This larger-than-life experience invites guests of all ages to explore a breathtaking winter wonderland filled with light, color, and joy. Now in its highly anticipated return, Glow Wild 2025 promises more than one million lights, hundreds of handcrafted lanterns, and brand-new installations to make this holiday season brighter than ever. Visitors will enjoy a mile-long outdoor journey through vibrant lantern displays celebrating the beauty of the natural world—from deep-sea creatures to soaring birds and everything in between!
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Lights up at The Summit
Saturday, 10am-9pm
Cost: FREE
At: The Summit (map)
Kick off the holiday season at The Summit! Get into the Christmas spirit with this festive line up:
10:00am - Storytime and crafts with Elsa in Saks Plaza (stories at 10:30am and 11:15am)
4:00 - 7:00pm - Sip n' stroll at participating stores. Enjoy special discounts and festive sips at participating stores. Enjoy the sounds of carolers and holiday music as you shop.
5:00pm - Tree Lighting in Arhaus parking lot. Watch a dazzling tree light show, performances by Dance South, food trucks and holiday fun!
6:00pm - FREE screening of ELF in the parking lot. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a family-friendly holiday movie!
Photos with Santa
11:00am - 8:00pm
Located in Saks Plaza near Woodhouse Day Spa
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Christmas Open House: Crestwood Pickers
Saturday, 10am-6pm
Cost: FREE
At: Crestwood Pickers (map)
Head to Crestwood Pickers for some festive fun and some vintage holiday finds! They’ll have cookies, snacks, and some beverages for the 21+ crowd! Sip while you shop! You may even find that childhood toy that a friend or family member always wanted for Christmas, but never got! There will also be TONS of vintage decorations in the various booths! They’ll be giving away raffle prizes multiple times each hour! Don’t miss out on this one! 
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Holiday Sip & Shop
Saturday, 11am-2pm
Cost: FREE
At: Forstall Art Center (map)
This is the perfect chance to shop for the artist in your life! Join Forstall Art Center for their Annual Holiday Sip & Shop! They will have complimentary gumbo and mimosas, a hourly art supplies raffle, and live painting! We always look forward to enjoying a cup of gumbo while checking out the sales! 
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Redemptive Cycles Grand Opening
Saturday, 11am
Cost: FREE
At: 906 1st Ave N. (map)
We are so excited for our friends at Redemptive Cycles! Whenever a local non-profit gets a new location it’s always a great time! Come check out Redemptive Cycles new home on 1st Ave N! They’ll have a DJ to keep the good vibes going, raffle prizes, and some special offers for those of you who ride your bikes to the event! Redemptive does so much for our community, so it’s great to see them continue to grow! 
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Big & Barrel Aged Beersgiving
Saturday, 11am-9pm
Cost: FREE
At: Cahaba Brewing Co. (map)
Forget the turkey and stuffing... let’s toast to craft beer and good company instead!Join in for Big and Barrel-Aged Beersgiving, Cahaba Brewing’s annual celebration of Birmingham’s craft beer community. This FREE event is open to everyone! Grab some friends and hangout before the hectic holiday schedule next week.  Enjoy a lineup of big & barrel-aged brews (list coming soon), Cahaba Spirits cocktails, live music from Rev 45 (2–4 PM), Football on the big screens all day, and The Current food truck on the patio! 
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A Very Crafty Christmas
Saturday, 12pm-5pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: Cahaba Brewing Co. (map)
A Very Crafty Christmas will be a market style craft club where you can come to craft (and shop!) with ANY and ALL of the amazing, local, women-owned businesses there! Spend your day doing hands-on, DIY activities alongside fellow crafters! Bring your mom! Bring your friends! Or come alone to make new ones! Dress up in your cutest winter sweater! Or wear some holiday pajamas! It’s going to be the perfect day for the girlies in Birmingham, and the coolest businesses will be there!  No tickets necessary to attend, all details + pricing for each craft will be posted on the @craftclubbham Instagram page leading up to the event so you can plan ahead for your perfect crafting, gift-making day!
Click here for more info.

CityWalk Holiday Celebration
Sunday, 11am-6pm
Cost: FREE
At: CityWalk Bham (map)
Mark your calendars! City Walk BHAM is kicking off the holiday season in style with FOUR events across four blocks! Join in this Sunday for a full day of festive cheer: pets & their people at The Barkery Pawty, Friendsgiving vibes at City Walk Social, live music, games, a green-block market, and the big Christmas tree lighting with Santa + carolers! The tree lighting will be at 6pm! Click the link below for details on each of the four events, because there’s a LOT going on! 
Click here for more info.

UAB Blazers Football vs South FL
Saturday, 2pm
Cost: $35+
At: Protective Stadium (map)
Our UAB Blazers will be taking on South Florida at home this weekend! There should be gorgeous weather at Protective Stadium, so head over and cheer them on! Arrive early to tailgate and be sure to check out the Alumni Tailgate at UpTown Cantina! 
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Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan
Sunday, 6pm-8:30pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: Bham Zoo (map)
Experience some Holiday Magic at the Birmingham Zoo this Sunday afternoon as the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan rolls though! Come see the massive red Coca-Cola Truck decked out in bright lights! Get a free coke and share a toast with Santa! This will be a great photo opportunity and the kids will absolutely love it! 
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