Birmingham Buzzes with Exciting Events This Weekend—May 31-June 2
Get ready, Birmingham! The city is teaming up this weekend with an electrifying lineup of events, kicking off this Friday, May 31, and carrying through until Sunday, June 2. Birmingham comes alive with numerous activities, celebrating everything from athletics and music to legendary local landmarks. Here’s a glance at the 12 hot events shaking up Birmingham this coming weekend.
1. Barber Small Bore at Barber Motorsports
Kick-starting the weekend, join the thrill at Barber Motorsports for some professional biking activities. These include stunting, trail riding, and racing, along with food trucks, live entertainment, and a dedicated Fan Zone. This action-packed event runs from Friday, May 31, to Sunday, June 2.
2. Mary Poppins at Red Mountain Theatre
Charm your weekend with a dose of musical nostalgia as Red Mountain Theatre presents the much-loved musical, Mary Poppins. The performances run from Friday evening, through Saturday, and onto Sunday matinee.
3. Alabama Ballet presents Bonnie & Clyde at Dorothy Jemison Day Theatre
The Alabama Ballet takes the stage to narrate the historically significant story of Bonnie and Clyde, America’s most infamous bank robbers. The performances kick off on Friday evening, extending on to the weekend with matinee and evening shows.
4. Birmingham Stallions vs Michigan Panthers at Protective Stadium
Fuel your adrenaline with live football. Watch the weekend’s anticipated face-off between the Birmingham Stallions and the Michigan Panthers on Saturday, June 1.
5. Mason Music Fest at Avondale Brewing Co.
Music lovers are in for a treat with a lineup of talented local and regional musicians rocking the stage at Avondale Brewing Co. All for a good cause, this festival supports Mason Music.
6. Moonlight Movies featuring Encanto
Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and enjoy a magical movie night at Lane Park in Mountain Brook this Friday. The enchanting film, Encanto, will be projected onto the big screen.
7. Karaoke Night at HARMONIC at WORKPLAY
Let loose this Friday night at a fun karaoke event at HARMONIC, boasting fantastic prizes for those keen to try their hand at singing.
8. Hannah’s Drop Dead Cabaret at The Nick
For an unforgettable Friday night, join in at Hannah’s Drop Dead Cabaret at The Nick for a spectacle of music, belly dancing, and burlesque.
9. Iron City Comic Con at The BJCC
Get ready for a two-day riot of comics, gaming, artist exhibitions, cosplays, and more at Iron City Comic Con at The BJCC, beginning on Saturday, June 1.
10. Funky Food Truck Festival at Cahaba Brewing Company
Show your support for AIDS Alabama at this entertaining event. Taste the best of Birmingham’s Food Trucks, enjoy a refreshing Cahaba Brew, and browse local artisans at pop-up shops this Saturday.
11. ¡HICA!’s Job Fair + Night Con los Barons at Regions Field
The celebration of Latino culture unfolds with music, dancing, food, and fireworks galore at the Barons game this Saturday. Alongside, check out ¡HICA!’s 2nd annual job fair starting at 10AM.
12. Vulcan’s 120th Birthday Bash at Vulcan Park & Museum
Cap off your weekend by showing your love for Birmingham’s iconic landmark, Vulcan, on his 120th birthday bash. Join in for live music, food trucks, and more on Sunday, June 2.
Get out and make the most of this amazing array of events. Birmingham awaits this weekend with electrifying moments, great food, and exciting entertainment.
Author: STAFF HERE BIRMINGHAM WRITER
The BIRMINGHAM STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HEREBirmingham.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Birmingham, Jefferson County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the Sidewalk Film Festival, Sloss Music & Arts Festival, Magic City Classic, and civil rights commemorations. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Birmingham Business Alliance and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, plus leading businesses in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing that power the local economy such as UAB Medicine, Regions Bank, and Encompass Health. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREHuntsville.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Alabama's dynamic landscape.
