15 weekend events including The Magic City Classic at Legion Field – Oct. 25-27

A spirited weekend lies ahead, Birmingham. Don't miss the Magic City Classic, a special STARS production at the Virginia Samford Theater and many Halloween-inspired events October 25-27.

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Thursday, Oct. 24th – Sunday, Oct. 27th Events in Birmingham

1. Twelfth Night at the Virginia Samford Theater

• What: Go to the theater and experience great comedy with jokes, clever disguises and intense crushes as two shipwrecked siblings try to reunite in Illyria.
• When: Thursday, Oct. 24 | 7 p.m
• Saturday, Oct. 26 + Sunday, Oct. 27 | 2:30 p.m
• Cost: $24-29
• Details

2. Shop, save and share at stores in the greater Birmingham area

• What: Don't miss your chance to shop, save and share during this special fundraiser. Not only do you benefit from great deals at stores in the greater Birmingham area, but you also give something back to the community.
• When: Now – Sunday, October 27th
• Cost: $40 per purchase card
• Details

Friday 25th October + Saturday 26th October events in Birmingham

3. Izcaray: 10 Years in Memory at the Alys Stephens Center – Jemison's Concert Hall

• What: Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular anniversary concert honoring Carlos Izcaray's 10 years as music director of the ASO. The program includes iconic works by Maestro Izcaray, led by his inaugural concert in 2013, and more.
• When: Friday, Oct. 25 – Saturday, Oct. 26 | 7 p.m
• Cost: $10-$76
• Details

4. Vulcan's Spookypants at the Birmingham Festival Theater

• What: Put on your Halloween costume and enjoy an evening of laughter with some of Birmingham's most talented improv artists.
• When: Friday, Oct. 25 + Saturday, Oct. 26 | 8 p.m
• Cost: $12.75
• Details

Events on Friday October 25th in Birmingham

5. Tricks for Treats @ Greater Birmingham Humane Society

• What: Follow spooky guides from the Greater Birmingham Humane Society on a fun trick-or-treating tour. Along the way you will meet cute pets that are available for adoption.
• When: Friday October 25th | 6-8 p.m
• Cost: A pet food donation is required for entry.
• Details

6. Hocus pocus @Alabama Theater

• What: Don't miss the fan favorite Hocus pocus at the Alabama Theater! The show begins with an organ presentation + Sing-A-Long, plus a Hocus pocus Costume competition immediately after the film.
• When: Friday, Oct. 25 | 7 p.m
• Cost: $13
• Details

Saturday 26th October events in Birmingham

7. Farmers Market @ Pepper Place

• What: Spend your Saturday morning at this weekly market and support local farmers, artisans and artisans.
• When: Saturday, Oct. 26 | 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

8. Homegrown Habitat – Native Plant Group from the Birmingham area

• What: Explore a variety of plants and fill your garden with everything from brown-eyed Susan to Cherokee sedge.
• When: Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

9. Nature Drawing: Autumnal Botanical Illustrations at the Birmingham Museum of Art

• What: During this family-friendly program, visit the Sculpture Garden at the Birmingham Museum of Art. You'll learn how botanical illustrations have shaped art and science, and get to create your own nature drawings.
• When: Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10:30-11:00 a.m
• Cost: Free
• Details

10. The Magic City Classic @ Legion Field

• What: The Magic City Classic returns with the biggest HBCU football game in the country – right here in Birmingham. Take part in a full day of events including a lively parade, a pre-game tailgate party with giveaways and the 83rd annual football matchup between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University.
• When: Saturday, October 26th
  • Parade: 8 a.m
  • Tailgate: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
  • Game: 2:30 p.m
• Cost: General admission ticket for the game $25 | Reserved game ticket $35
• Details

11th Hoots & Howls Daytime Halloween Festival at Birmingham Zoo

• What: Grab the kids, it's time to trick-or-treat during the zoo's annual Hoots & Howls event. In addition to candy, there are also activities like a costume contest, a spooky science experiment and a scavenger hunt.
• When: Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m
• Cost: General Admission to Birmingham Zoo | Candy Trail Bracelet $10
• Details

12. Franks N' Steins @ Cahaba Brewing Co.

• What: Put on your best Halloween costume for an Oktoberfest-inspired event on Saturday, October 26th. There will be rock lifting, a hot dog eating contest, trick-or-treating and live music.
• When: Saturday, Oct. 26 | Noon-5 p.m
• Cost: Free admission
• Details

13. The official Halloween bar crawl at Tin Roof

• What: Take part in the Halloween Bar Crawl on October 26th at some of Birmingham's most popular watering holes including Hi-Wire Brewing, Mojo Pub and TrimTab Brewing. There will be food and drink specials, a costume contest with a $1,000 cash prize and more.
• When: Saturday, October 26th | 4 p.m
• Cost: group $10 | Singles $15
• Details

Sunday, October 27th

14. The Phantom of the Opera @Alabama Theater

• What: Watch this 1925 silent film classic at the Alabama Theater. Tom Helms will be on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ playing his original score.
• When: Sunday, Oct. 27 | 14 o'clock
• Cost: $16
• Details

15th 7th Annual Bolt for Breast Cancer 5K/1 Mile Fun Run @ Crestline Elementary

• What: Lace up your sneakers to raise funds and awareness for local life-saving breast cancer research. The race includes a 5K + one mile “Dolly Dash”. Post-race activities include refreshments and field games such as face painting, music and inflatables. Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama.
• When: Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1-5 p.m
• Cost: Adults (13+) $35 | Children (4-12) $25 | Children up to 3 years – Free admission
• Details

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