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As one of Alabama’s fastest growing counties, Shelby County is a brilliant patchwork of history, culture, business, attractions, arts, and community
– making it one of the nation’s
most dynamic counties.
“My girlfriends and I love visiting all of the restaurants in Shelby County. There really is something for everyone here. We also love going to all of the beautiful parks.”-Jessie Nash
Summer Camps in
Shelby County
If you’re looking for fun and adventure for your kids this summer, look no further than Shelby County! With a variety of summer camps available for kids of all ages, there’s something for everyone. The discovershelby.com website is a great resource to help you explore the options and find the perfect fit for your child.
Activities and Places
to Explore
Tired of hearing “I’m bored?” We have fun activities from outdoor exploration to storytime to keep the kids, and the kids at heart, entertained.
Celebrate Independence Day at American Village
Join us for food, fun, fireworks and a day full of history with fun for the whole family!
Upcoming Events
in Shelby County
From local community events to regional sporting events, and concert headliners, Discover Shelby is the go to place for the very best events near you.
Please join us on Wednesday, June 7th from 8:30am - 1:30pm for the 2023 Shelby County Senior Picnic to be held at Thompson High School in Alabaster. There will be live music featuring Sean of the South with guest Rose Colored Glasses.
The Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers, also known as BUMP, will host a fundraiser called Bump N Grind on Friday, June 9 through Sunday June 11. “If you ride, hike, or run on the multi-use trail system at Oak Mountain State Park we need your help,” read a Facebook post by BUMP.
Join the city of Columbiana on south main street for the Music on Main & Columbiana Main Street Farmers Market on Friday, June 2.
Vendors for the Farmers Market will include:
Youngblood Ranch
Hoffman Family Farms
C & J Farms
Chula’s Sweet Shop
Yellow Leaf Creek Farm
Art by Brittany Rich
The Butterfly Phase Bakery
Farm Company Wood Works
Rhodes Soapery, LLC
Music on Main live entertainment will start at 7 pm!
Artist performing:
The Goat Hill String Band
Where:
South Main Street, Columbiana, AL, United States, Alabama
In June, we're excited to host the amazing musical talents of George Porter Jr. & Runnin' Pardners, North Mississippi Allstars! These artists are renowned for their improvisational jam style, and they're sure to get you grooving and feeling the beat.
Tournament waters will be Lay Lake and any canals and creeks connecting to Lay Lake. Only water open to ALL public fishing will be considered tournament waters. Any waters closed to public fishing will be closed to this tournament’s contestants.
We bet you were stunned when you first heard musical royalty THE FOO FIGHTERS would be back on stage in no time, performing live across the us and more…after a break from the scene? The boys are back in town this summer.
Join the city of Columbiana on south main street for the Music on Main & Columbiana Main Street Farmers Market on Friday, June 2.
Vendors for the Farmers Market will include:
Youngblood Ranch
Hoffman Family Farms
C & J Farms
Chula’s Sweet Shop
Yellow Leaf Creek Farm
Art by Brittany Rich
The Butterfly Phase Bakery
Farm Company Wood Works
Rhodes Soapery, LLC
Music on Main live entertainment will start at 7 pm!
Artist performing:
The Goat Hill String Band
Where:
South Main Street, Columbiana, AL, United States, Alabama
Cheers to all the dad's out there! Join the Father's Day express train ride at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in celebration of Father's Day on Saturday, June 17th.
Train Departure Times: 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Board the Calera and Shelby Railroad for a ride through the woods of Shelby County. The train ride will last approximately 75 minutes in total. Boarding for the train will begin 15 minutes before the scheduled departure times.
Buy tickets here: https://www.hodrrm.org/body.cfm?id=252
Where: 1919 9th Street
Calera, AL 35040
Don't miss the James Taylor concert at the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre in Birmingham, AL on Sunday, June 18, 2023. Get the best seats before they are gone using the "TICKETS" link on this page!
