Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! 
This weekend, there are plenty of fun events to enjoy after all of the turkey (and power naps!). We know that most everyone is either looking for something fun to do with their family or maybe trying to escape all of the commotion for a bit.  Here are some fantastic events to share with friends and family while you make some lasting holiday memories!  Gobble Gobble!
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Glow Wild
Now-Jan 16th
Cost: $12-$22
At: Bham Zoo (map)
Get carried away and experience Glow Wild, Birmingham's top holiday attraction! Watch the Zoo come alive with larger-than-life wild animal creations lighting up the night! This extraordinary event will be held on select nights from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the months of November, December, and January, sponsored by UAB Callahan Eye.
You’ll be able to enjoy larger-than-life animal lanterns around every corner, acrobatic shows nightly at 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., new Virtual Reality movie experiences, the Red Diamond Express train, and a wide selection of food + drink options! (Be sure to try the adult hot chocolate!)
Click here for more info. 

Homewood Coffee Trail
Nov. 29-Dec. 20
Cost: Varies
At: 8 Homewood Coffee Shops
This holiday season, warm up with a festive twist on your coffee routine! Join the Homewood Holiday Coffee Trail and explore local coffee favorites while sipping on seasonal and regular drinks. Here's how it works: Starting Nov 29, pick up your Coffee Trail Card at any of the 8 participating coffee shops. Order a seasonal or regular menu drink at each participating shop. Get your card punched with each purchase! Once your card is complete, bring it to the Homewood Chamber of Commerce (7 Hollywood Blvd, Homewood, AL) by Dec 20 to claim a free Homewood Chamber of Commerce mug (while supplies last) and be entered into the Grand Prize Giveaway. The grand prize includes gift cards from every participating coffee shop and a one-night stay at the Valley Hotel!  Participating locations are: Frothy Monkey, Honest Coffee, Bitty & Beau’s, Caveat, O'Henry's, Farm Bowl, Valley Hotel Coffee Company, and Baba Java! 
Click here for more info.

 

RSD Black Friday at Seasick
Fri, Nov.29, 10am-6pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: Seasick Records (map)
Record Store Day Black Friday is coming up fast! Seasick is going to have a ton of limited #RSDBF titles in stock plus a huge used vinyl drop! There will be FREE tote bags to the first 100 people in line!Also, bringing it back this year:
• Spend $100 get 10% off a future purchase
• Spend $200 get 20% off a future purchase
• Spend $300 get 30% off a future purchase
Click here for more info.

Regions Holiday Lighting
Fri, Nov. 29, 4:30-5:30pm
Cost: FREE
At: Regions Plaza (map)
You can’t think of Christmas in Birmingham without thinking of the iconic designs on the side of the Regions Building! This has been a tradition for 40yrs, but this year they’re throwing a party! Head to Regions Plaza Friday night to celebrate as they flip the switch to light up the giant wreath, candy cane, stocking, and Christmas Tree!  Enjoy coffee, hot cocoa, live entertainment, and more at this festive celebration!  
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Montevallo Merry Market
Sat, Nov.30, 9am-2pm
Cost: FREE
At: Montevallo High School (map)
Shop local Saturday and support local artists! This year they’ve shortened the Merry Market hours because of a little football game a few of you are interested in, so come early!  They have also moved the event to the Montevallo High School practice field to accommodate more artists! We LOVE the town of Montevallo (PV!) and this is a great chance for you to check it out! Be sure to drive through the beautiful University campus and check out some cool tree carvings at Orr Park! 
Click here for more info. 

Iron Bowl Watch Party
Sat, Nov. 30, 2-7:30pm
Cost: FREE
At: Sidewalk Cinema (map)
On Saturday, Sidewalk Cinema is hosting a FREE Iron Bowl watch party! The game will be on the big screen, plus all 4 of the other extra large TV’s in the bar, lounge and lab. Kickoff is at 2:30pm, so be sure to arrive early and claim your seat! They’ll have food and drink specials plus their annual Black Friday sale going on so you can grab Sidewalk merch at a great price! This is such a fun way to watch the game with friends!  No tickets necessary for this event, but capacity is limited!
Click here for more info. 

Museum Store Sunday
Sun, Dec. 1, 12-5pm
Cost: FREE
At: Bham Museum of Art (map)
Don’t miss Museum Store Sunday at the BMA—a shopping day dedicated to finding unique, artist-inspired gifts, and supporting local creators! The event will feature exclusive collections from talented artists and vendors, including Yogi Dada, Vero VanBlaere, j.catma, and Mawu Greetings. Enjoy special holiday perks like free gift wrapping and complimentary snacks; free coffee and hot chocolate; and specialty drinks from B&B Beverages. 
In addition, the shop will offer several “gift with purchase” opportunities. Dive deeper into the BMA collection with art activities like a gallery tour and a scavenger hunt; and stop by the membership table to learn about all the benefits of becoming a museum member. All items will be 10% off, while Museum members will enjoy a 20% discount, both in-store and online! Don’t miss this chance to shop, sip, and support the arts—while enjoying a festive day at the museum!
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Holly Jolly Christmas at the Edge
Sun, Dec. 1, 3-7pm
Cost: FREE
At: The Edge HWD (map)
Join the fun this Sunday for a Holly Jolly good time at The Edge! They will have special visits from Santa and the Homewood High School Show Choir! Enjoy hot cocoa at Baba Java Coffee, and Holiday Drink Specials at Corbeau Bar! At 4:45pm, they will be showing the film Elf! Kick off the holiday season with this fun FREE event! 
Click here for more info. 

Tree Lighting Ceremony
Sun, Dec. 1, 4-9pm (lighting at 6pm)
Cost: FREE
At: CityWalk (map)
Come enjoy this fun FREE event at CityWalk as they light up their Christmas tree! The event kicks off at 4pm with live entertainment and a vendor market. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will be at 6pm followed by a Candlelight Carol Stroll to CityWalk Social for the rest of the fun! From 7-9pm enjoy Food Trucks, a DJ, Gaming, Selfie Station, and more! They’ll also have the Festival of Trees, a collection of Christmas trees sponsored and decorated by local businesses! We can’t wait to attend this event! 
Click here for more info.