Light up your weekend with these great events! 
Don’t miss out on the fun this weekend in the Birmingham area! They’re sure to lift your spirits this holiday season! The musical Chicago is in town, it’s Market Noel at the Finley Center, and Glow Wild kicks off at the Birmingham Zoo! Check below for all the details. 
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JLB Market Noel 
Nov. 20-23
Cost: $15+
At: Finley Center (map)
Don’t miss out on this festive annual tradition! Hosted by the Junior League of Birmingham, Market Noel has over 100 vendors for you to shop. You can find anything from clothing & jewelry, to delicious andouille sausage! We attended the preview night on Wednesday and had SO much fun! They’ll also have separately ticketed events like “Brunch with the Big Guy,” and “Cookies with Santa,” but these sell out FAST so get your tickets today!  All of the money raised goes to support all of the community initiatives and organizations that partner with the League! 
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CHICAGO
Nov. 19-24
Cost: $50+
At: BJCC Concert Hall (map)
We had the pleasure of seeing this show opening night and were blown away by the entire show! The cast and band even include a Samford and a Montevallo alumni! Having only seen the movie versions, we were in for a few fun surprises along the way! 
CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen.
In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly and chorus girl Roxie Hart—become fierce rivals as they compete for headlines amidst a media frenzy.
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All is Bright!
Thurs, Nov. 21, 6-8pm
Cost: FREE
At: Lane Parke (map)
Ring in the holidays at Lane Parke! Join in as Lane Parke lights their Christmas tree! They’ll even have a visit from Santa! Attendees can enjoy drinks, pop-ups, DJ and kids' activities to get everyone in the holiday spirit! This is such a fun way to spend a Thursday evening and maybe even get some shopping done! If you can’t make this event, they’ll also have a Holiday Open House on Dec. 5th. 
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Lights Up! 
Fri, Nov. 22, 5-8:30pm
Cost: FREE
At: The Summit (map)
Kick off the holiday season with sparkle, cheer, and festive fun at this annual Lights Up event! Join in this Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM at The Summit, where they are transforming the AMC Theatre Parking Lot into a winter wonderland full of lights, music, and holiday magic.
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Glow Wild
Nov. 22-Jan. 20
Cost: $19/$12 for kids
At: Birmingham Zoo (map)
Get carried away and watch your Birmingham 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. Glow Wild is sponsored by UAB Callahan Eye. You can ride the train, see an acrobatics show, and there will be special guest appearances throughout the season! Check the link for all the ticketing details and for a detailed event schedule. 
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Christmas Open House
Sat, Nov. 23, 10am-6pm
Cost: FREE
At: Crestwood Pickers (map)
The new Crestwood Pickers is hosting their inaugural Christmas Open House this Saturday! They have so many antique vendors, most of which will have some cool vintage holiday finds. The event will also feature a raffle for door prizes!  Be sure to stop in and check it out! 
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Big & Barrel Aged Beersgiving
Sat, Nov. 23 11am-10pm
Cost: FREE
At: Cahaba Brewing (map)
Ditch the turkey and stuffing and celebrate with craft beer! Beersgiving is a celebration of craft beer and the Birmingham community. This FREE event is open to everyone, whether you are away from family and friends this year or smack dab in the middle of the chaos. Enjoy a lineup of barrel-aged brews, Cahaba Spirits cocktails, live music, and more. There will be a limited bottle release of their Peated Single Malt Whiskey and they’ll have cocktails and a small quantity of bottles for sale. Big & Barrel-Aged Beer Lineup: Rye Barrel-Aged Russian Imperial Stout, Barrel-Aged Barley Wine, Romulus (Barrel-Aged Chocolate Porter), Remus (Barrel-Aged Baltic Porter), Voidgazer (Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout), Even Mor-Chata (Barrel-Aged Horchata inspired Imperial Stout) Enjoy live music from Cheyenne Chapman starting at 12pm. 
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Broadway Singo
Sat, Nov. 23, 12-2pm
Cost: FREE
At: Pizitz Food Hall (map)
Join in for Singo—a fun twist on bingo featuring all your favorite Broadway hits! Sing along, play to win, and enjoy Mimosa Specials, Delicious Brunch Items, Prizes, and a Friendship Bracelet-Making Station! This event is perfect for all ages, so bring the whole family for a Broadway-inspired morning filled with music, laughs, and unforgettable memories. Get ready for a Wicked good time!
RSVP to reserve a DIY friendship bracelet package.
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Calera Festival of Trees
Sat, Nov. 23, 6pm
Cost: Free to attend
At: Downtown Calera  (map)
Calera Main Street is excited to announce the first annual Calera Festival of Trees, bringing the magic of the holiday season to Downtown Calera. The festival will feature a stunning display of live Christmas trees, beautifully decorated by local businesses, organizations, and community members. The event will kick off with a special tree lighting ceremony including the City’s Grand Christmas Tree under the pavilion, on November 23, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
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Bham Squadron vs OK City Blue
Sun, Nov. 24, 3pm
Cost: $17
At: BJCC Arena (map)
Come cheer on the Birmingham Squadron as they take on Oklahoma City! These games are always so exciting and fun for the entire family. If you’re looking for something to do this Sunday afternoon, this is a great indoor option!  Come show your team spirit! 
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