May 29-June 8
DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE
The heartwarming story of a courtship by letter during World War II is played out on the stage in this play by Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig.
WHEN: Various showtimes
WHERE: Homewood Theatre
May 30-June 29
DISNEY’S FROZEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
Join sisters Elsa and Anna on a magical journey during a ferocious winter featuring the film’s beloved songs and new music written for the stage.
WHEN: Various showtimes
WHERE: Red Mountain Theatre
Sat., May 31
PANCAKES AND PRINCESSES
Enjoy an enchanted day with a magical court of characters during the Royal Pancakes and Princesses Breakfast! The Balcony and Terraces of the Birmingham Zoo’s Administration Building is where the fun begins!
Learn more at birminghamzoo.com/event/pancakes-princesses.
WHEN: Three separate seatings
in the morning
WHERE: Birmingham Zoo
Sat., May 31
STEPS AGAINST MELANOMA
The 4th Annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk in Birmingham will bring together those who’ve been touched by melanoma with a common goal: to end this skin cancer.
WHEN: 8-11 a.m.
WHERE: Veteran’s Park, Hoover
Sun., June 1
WILD WEST ROUNDUP
Giddy up for College Choice Foundation’s 10th anniversary fundraiser! Enjoy live music from The Onlys, good grub from Urban Cookhouse, a silent auction and the chance to help students achieve their college dreams.
For tickets, visit ccfwildwestroundup.swell.gives.
WHEN: June 1, 5-8 p.m.
WHERE: Good People Brewing Co.
Thurs., June 5
S’MORES & POURS
Food by Taco Mama, live music, prize drawings, pop-up shops, vendors, work by local artists and children will be featured at S’mores and Pours, a benefit for Bridgeways, which offers support and services to individuals facing mental health challenges.
WHEN: 5-9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Avondale Brewery
Fri., June 6
ZOO BREWS
Experience breweries from all over Alabama and the southeast while you travel through the Birmingham Zoo at the always popular Zoo Brews! Per ABC regulations, Zoo Brews will operate with a “Penny-A-Pour”system—each sample will be worth one penny. Guests will drop their pennies into a bucket at each booth to receive a sample of brewed adult beverages. Full-size wine and beer will also be available, as well as a tasty selection of culinary favorites from local food truck vendors.
WHEN: 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Birmingham Zoo
June 6-22
5 LESBIANS EATING A QUICHE
It’s 1956, and The Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein are having their annual quiche breakfast. As the assembled “widows” await the announcement of the society’s prize-winning quiche, the atomic bomb sirens sound! Winner of the 2012 NYC International Fringe Festival as Best Overall Production, 5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche is a tasty recipe of hysterical laughs, sexual innuendo, unsuccessful repressions and delicious discoveries.
WHEN: Various showtimes
WHERE: Birmingham Festival Theatre
Sat., June 7
FESTA ITALIANA
Come for the grape stomping competition, bocce tournament and Italian sauce cooking contest, and stay for the dancing, music and fantastic food! Celebrate the best of Italian heritage at the 2nd annual Festa Italiana, presented by the Italian American Heritage Society.
WHEN: 3-10 p.m.
WHERE: Sloss Furnaces
Sat., June 7
2025 FERN SOCIETY EXPO
The Birmingham Fern Society is excited to announce the return of the Fern Expo on June 7th. Join Richie Steffen, a noted lecturer and horticultural personality as he shares some of the best ferns and shade-garden plants to add to your ferneries, stumperies, and container displays.
WHEN: 10-4 p.m.
WHERE: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Sat., June 7
FULLER CREEK MUSIC
FESTIVAL
Entertainment: David Stephens, Puppeteer, Three on a String, Rob Robinson, 2Blu, Chas Crawford. Bring your festival chairs and coolers. A food truck will be available to provide tasty food.
WHEN: Noon – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church
June 12-29
THE MINUTES
A local council meeting in the small town of Big Cherry goes off the rails in this darkly comedic look at the American perspective on government, history, privilege and power.
WHEN: Various showtimes
WHERE: Terrific New Theatre
Sat., June 14
BIRMINGHAM ICE CREAM
FESTIVAL
I scream, you scream, we’ll all scream for ice cream at the Birmingham Ice Cream Festival! The deliciously fun event is for all ages and will feature a variety of handcrafted ice creams, sundaes and frozen treats from local and regional vendors.
WHEN: Noon-7 p.m.
WHERE: Sloss Furnaces
Mon., June 16
TEE IT UP FORE LIFE
The 33rd annual golf tournament is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The event will include unparalleled hospitality and lunch, a great bourbon raffle and an awards reception. Learn more at teeitup.acsgolf.org.
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Old Overton Club
Sat., June 21
MOVIES ON THE MOUNTAIN: MONSTERS, INC.
Gather family and friends, bring blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a night of film, fun and fantastic views. Indulge in classic movie treats like popcorn and cotton candy, savor delicious bites from local vendors and sip on wine and beer for adults. Vulcan Park’s mascot, V, will also be on hand. Learn more at visitvulcan.com/event/
movies-june21.
WHEN: 7:30-10:30 p.m.
WHERE: Vulcan Park and Museum
Thurs., June 26
I LOVE AMERICA NIGHT
Celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave at Vestavia Hill’s 43rd annual I Love America Night. There will be free swimming at the Aquatic Complex, sponsor booths, children’s activities, live
music and a fireworks show. Pack a picnic or visit the concession stand for dinner and snacks! Free shuttles will be available, with details coming soon!
Learn more at business.vestaviahills.org/events/details/2025-i-love-america-night-7148.
WHEN: 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Wald Park
June 26-29
OKLAHOMA!
(Youth EDITION)
The beloved musical set in early Oklahoma tells the story of young love and life’s challenges in a brand-new state.
WHEN: Various showtimes
WHERE: Virginia Samford Theatre
