Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! 

The school year is coming to an end and it’s Mother’s Day Weekend! Let's celebrate all of the incredible moms out there. The weekend is full of fun events including concerts, markets, a Salsa Showdown, and much more! Check below for a full list of fun activities happenin’ in the ‘Ham this weekend! 
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Substrate Bingo
Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Saturn (map)
Free Substrate Bingo at Saturn! Substrate Radio’s Jackie Lo takes you on an intergalactic road trip of absolutely free frenetic fancy and fun with Saturn's brand spanking new 1960s bingo time machine. Jokes will be had, gag gives will be grabbed, and mostly people will be screaming B-I-N-G-O at the top of their lungs a whole lot. It took a year and a half to find an actual working vintage bingo hall machine and they love getting to use it. We promise this will be a ton of fun. See you there!
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Art After 5: Emily in Paris
Thursday, 5pm-9pm
Cost: FREE
At: Bham Museum of Art (map)
Bring a little Parisian flair to your Thursday night at Art After 5: Emily in Paris. Inspired by the series’ fashion-forward style, creative ambition, and social energy, this after-hours program invites guests to experience the Museum in a fresh and creative way. The evening includes themed cocktails, hands-on art activities, music, and a photo-ready moment. The galleries will also be open for self-guided exploration.  This edition of Art After 5 is FREE and inspired by Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950, presented by PNC Bank, now on view in the Jemison Galleries, offering an opportunity to engage with French modern art alongside the program’s theme.
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Knitflix & Chill: Love Actually 
Thursday, 7pm-9pm
Cost: $10.75
At: Sidewalk Cinema (map)
Join the Sidewalk Cinema crew for a special screening of Richard Curtis' classic. Lights will be a little brighter than usual in the theater so you can bring your knitting, crochet or any other craft project! In collaboration with Knit B'ham! 
Film Synopsis: Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.
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Sing Anything: 80’s Karaoke
Thursday, 8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Saturn (map)
Get ready to go back... to the microphone. Sing Anything: 80s Karaoke is happening at Saturn May 7th! Join your host, Tristen Klavenga, and sing all your favorite tunes from the decade of neon, hair, and MTV. 8pm, Free Entry! Bring your friends!
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Live Music at Cha House
Friday, 6pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Cha House (map)
Come and enjoy live music at Cha House! This week features Matt Bryant Ukulele + Electronics! The event is FREE, but donations and tips are welcome! Be sure to get some delicious custom tea blends while you’re there and check out the new addition to the patio! 
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Ugly Baby Improv
Friday, 7pm
Cost: $13.95
At: Faraway Theatre (map)
Birmingham's premiere long-form improv group comes back to Faraway! This wacky improv show makes for a great date night! Maybe mom could use a few laughs this Mother’s Day weekend? Grab your friends and head over to Faraway Theatre for an evening of hilarity!
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Alabama Ballet Presents: Unbound
Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm (2:30pm Sun.)
Cost: $39+
At: BJCC Concert Hall (map)
Prepare for an electrifying evening of music and movement as Alabama Ballet presents Unbound: Serenade & Carmina Burana with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. The program opens with George Balanchine?s Serenade, celebrating 90 years as a luminous neoclassical masterpiece set to Tchaikovsky?s sweeping score. Then, the mood shifts as Carmina Burana, choreographed by Paul Vasterling, ignites the stage with raw intensity?Carl Orff?s thunderous, pulsing score drives a bold and provocative exploration of fate, passion, and indulgence. From ethereal beauty to unbridled revelry, this exhilarating performance promises a night of contrast, drama, and unforgettable artistry
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House of Heavy
Friday, 9pm
Cost: $24
At: Saturn (map)
House of Heavy is a night built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, but are tired of waiting for the next tour to hit their city. Saturn is bringing the energy of a packed metal show to you all year long: the nu-metal nostalgia, the alt-metal anthems, the metal-core breakdowns. Come scream along, throw down with friends, and lose yourself in the heaviest night out your city has to offer!
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Mother’s Day Market
Saturday, 8am-12pm
Cost: FREE
At: Brock’s Gap Farmers Market (map)
Join Brock’s Gap for a special Mother's Day Market dedicated to honoring mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers for their invaluable contributions and for shaping our lives! Plan to join in to sip morning cocktails while shopping with Alabama farmers, artisans, and makers!
FREE TO ENTER - FAMILY FRIENDLY - RAIN OR SHINE
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Mother’s Day Event 
Saturday, 10am-6pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: The Pink Tulip (map)
This Mother's Day Event is happening at both Homewood & Hoover locations this Saturday and you do not want to miss it! Come sip on mom-mosas, snack on light bites, and shop in the best mood possible. They’re also giving away some seriously fun surprises and have a special promotion running all day just for the occasion. Whether you're treating yourself or shopping for the mom in your life, this is the place to be. Bring your girls, bring your mom.. just come!
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4th Annual Irondale Auto Classic
Saturday, 10am-3pm
Cost: Free to attend ($20 to register a car)
At: Classic Car Motoring (map)
Classic Car Motoring, Ridez for A Reason, and Crowd Control bring to you the 4th Annual Irondale Auto Classic presented by Ward Brothers Motorsports! The beneficiary of this event is Racing for Children’s. Last year there were over 400 cars and they raised a little over $10,000 for the beneficiary. Come out and enjoy a day filled with beautiful rides and fellowship with like minded people in the auto community. They will have food vendors, auto vendors, and more. 
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Mama Mia!: Sip & Sweat Workout
Saturday, 10am-11am
Cost: FREE (registration recommended)
At: The Gateway Trussville (map)
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a little sweat and a little sip! Join Orangetheory Fitness for Mama Mia! Sip & Sweat, a free, one-hour pop-up workout at Ferus Artisan Ales on May 9th at 10:00 AM. Get moving with a fun, coach-led workout, then hang around for drinks, community, and Mother’s Day weekend vibes. Bring a friend, bring your mom, or come solo. All fitness levels are welcome. Scanning the QR code to save your spot is encouraged, and walk-ups are welcome as space allows.
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Paint & Plant Workshop
Saturday, 10am-2pm
Cost: $10 with regular admission
At: McWane Science Center (map)
Celebrate Mother's Day weekend at McWane Science Center! Enjoy all the hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math exhibits Adventure Halls has to offer. Plus, add the Paint + Plant Workshop to your trip on May 9. Paint your own pot, then plant a succulent to take home, all supplies included, making it a thoughtful gift or a fun experience to share with mom. Workshop pots are $10 each and can be shared. Please purchase as many pots as your group would like to create. This workshop is an add-on to general museum admission.
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Soothing Saturday: In Bloom Yoga
Saturday, 11am-12pm
Cost: FREE
At: Bham Museum of Art (map)
Soothing Saturday offers a wellness experience where movement and mindfulness meet art. Led by Hayley Holdridge of In Bloom Yoga, this session features an accessible, slow-flow yoga practice inspired by traditional hatha yoga, along with a brief guided reflection. The program is thematically inspired by the painting “L’Envoûteuse (The Sorceress)” (1883) by Georges Merle, which serves as a visual point of reference for the session’s focus on personal strength. Designed for all levels, this program invites participants to slow down and experience the Museum in a restorative way.
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Mother’s Day Market at BDBC
Saturday, 11am-2pm
Cost: FREE
At: Bham Dist. Brewing (map)
Celebrate Mom the local way! Join in at Birmingham District Brewing Company for their Mother’s Day Market, a fun-filled afternoon featuring a curated lineup of local vendors, perfect for finding that one-of-a-kind gift. Whether you’re shopping with Mom or picking out something special for her, enjoy great brews and unique handmade goods. Support local, sip local, and celebrate the amazing moms in your life
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15th Annual Salsa Showdown
Saturday, 12pm-5pm
Cost: $20adv./$25 day of
At: Cahaba Brewing (map)
Sidewalk’s 16th Annual Salsa Showdown will be held this Saturday at Cahaba Brewing Company! Eat all the chips and dip you can from local restaurants and vendors, then cast your ballots to crown the next champion! Admission price includes unlimited samples at each vendor’s station, a ballot for casting an Audience Choice vote, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and the (in)famous Hot Pepper Eating Contest with a cash prize. This year’s Salsa Showdown is in collaboration with Cahaba’s Annual Mother’s Day Market. Be there for an afternoon filled with local shopping, live music, handcrafted cocktails, and plenty of cold craft beer!
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Mother’s Day Market
Saturday, 12pm-5pm
Cost: FREE
At: Cahaba Brewing (map)
Celebrate Mom at Cahaba Brewing’s annual Mother’s Day Market! Join in from 12–5PM Saturday for an afternoon filled with local shopping, live music, handcrafted cocktails, and plenty of cold craft beer. They’ll have a great mix of local artists, vendors, and makers bringing unique finds that Mom will love!
FREE TO ENTER - FAMILY FRIENDLY - RAIN OR SHINE
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2nd Annual Bark Bash
Saturday, 12pm-3pm
Cost: FREE
At: 3D Dog (map)
Mark your calendars and leash up your best friend! BarkBash 2026 is happening Saturday, from 12-3 p.m., at 3D Dog / The Dog House (near the Rotary Trail, behind Birmingham Animal Hospital))! This community backyard party is a great way to celebrate the bond between humans and their four-legged family while raising support for the work of Hand in Paw, an Animal-Assisted Therapy nonprofit organization. Expect live music from The Plastic Gems, Paw Print Painting, Food Trucks, Raffle Prizes, a professional Doggie Photo Booth, and more! 
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Revolution & Resilience 
Saturday, 5pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Bham Museum of Art (map)
A night for teens, created by teens! Teen Night at the BMA is an evening of music, art activities, and Bib & Tucker’s annual Recycled Runway Fashion Show. Recycled Runway features teen designs, upcycled materials, and teen models, highlighting the importance of art, fashion, and teen voices in narrating stories of heritage, resilience, and creativity, while promoting sustainability. Additional activities include a silent disco, DJ, a scavenger hunt, art activities, and more. Beverages and light refreshments will be served. Parents and guardians are welcome. This event is for middle and high school students. All teens will have complimentary admission to Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950. The Recycled Runway Fashion Show will start at 7pm.
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Birmingham Stallions vs Dallas Renegades
Saturday, 7pm
Cost: $11
At: Protective Stadium (map)
Come cheer on the Bham Stallions Saturday night as they take on the Dallas Renegades! You can watch some pro football for under $15! This is such a fun event for the entire family. Don’t miss out! 
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Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunday, 10:30am-1pm
Cost: $25
At: Roll Cajun Boudin (map)
Celebrate Mom with Roll Cajun Boudin! Big flavor. Cold drinks. Family vibes! Brunch will feature Blue Crab, Shrimp, Sausage, Potatoes, and more! Plus a full bar. 
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Fellowship Flow 
Sunday, 11am
Cost: FREE
At: Avondale Park (map)
Fellowship Flow is a community yoga class that takes place every Sunday 11:00am at the Avondale Park; *weather permitting.* No reserve required. All are welcome. Come unwind from the weekend with some flow yoga. 
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Mother’s Day Brunch at BMA
Sunday, 11am-2:30pm
Cost: $50/$17 kids
At: Bham Museum of Art (map)
Celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch at the BMA! On Sunday, May 10, guests will enjoy a buffet-style meal with live jazz in a relaxed setting, perfect for spending time with friends and family.
Menu: The café will offer a brunch-style menu for $49.95 plus tax for adults and $16.95 plus tax for kids ages six to twelve.
Drinks: A complimentary glass of champagne or a mimosa will be available upon arrival starting at noon.
Entertainment: The Choko Aiken Trio will provide jazz music and Museum galleries open at noon.
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Bamboo Beats
Sunday, 2pm-8pm
Cost: FREE 
At: House Eleven (map)
House Eleven is throwing a DAY PARTY in the Bamboo Garden serving international eats from Filipino, Nepalese, Thai, and Mexican kitchens! Enjoy EXCLUSIVE drink specials by the notorious Thuy "Twee.” They’ve got your Mother’s Day lunch plans covered! Soundtrack by an ALL WOMEN'S DJ LINE UP mixing deep tropical, organic house: Andrea Really, OKMO, & Kimmywin! Celebrate Mother's Day on a trip worth taking!
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