Events in Shelby County, AL
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Dia de Los Muertos Festival
Pecan Grove at Orr Park 227 Park Drive, Montevallo, AL, United StatesCelebrate life and remembrance at Montevallo’s Día de Los Muertos Festival. With traditional music, dance, food, and ofrenda displays, this vibrant cultural event offers a beautiful way to honor loved ones while experiencing rich traditions.
XTERRA Appalachian Trail Festival
Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United StatesTrail runners and outdoor lovers will find their stride at the XTERRA Appalachian Trail Festival. Featuring challenging races, group hikes, and live entertainment, this festival combines adventure and community in a celebration of the great outdoors.
Bham Slam Climbing Competition
High Point Climbing 4766 Hwy 280, Birmingham, ALHigh Point Climbing and Fitness is hosting the Southern Grit/Bham Slam Climbing Competition on November 8th. Don't miss this fun opportunity!
Appalachian Festival
Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United StatesAppalachian Festival at Oak Mountain State Park – November 8, 2025 Join us for the first-ever Appalachian Festival at Oak Mountain State Park—a day full of music, crafts, food, and fun for the whole family. Enjoy live bluegrass, artisan demos, local food trucks, cultural activities, and more. The festival also includes the XTERRA Appalachian Trail Races (15K & 35K) and a Family Hike, perfect for all ages.
Water Tower Lighting Ceremony
Municipal Green 1953 Municipal Way, Alabaster, ALEnjoy the annual lighting ceremony of Alabaster's Water Tower on December 5th! You can enjoy more events in Alabaster this Christmas season listed in the graphic below:
Calera Courtyard Christmas Tree Lighting
Calera Courtyard Calera, AL, United StatesFrom Calera Main Street- Join us Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 6:00 PM for a dazzling Tree Lighting Ceremony under the Main Street Pavilion, where we’ll illuminate the City’s Grand Christmas Tree and kick off a festive display of live Christmas trees, each one uniquely decorated by local businesses, organizations, and community members.
Christmas Open House and Holiday Market
Mt Laurel 5 Mt Laurel Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesShop from talented local vendors, artisans, crafters, and bakers at Mt Laurel's Holiday Open House and Christmas Market. The brick-paved streets of their charming downtown will be full of holiday fun and the cheer of finding the perfect gift.
Helena Christmas Parade
Get ready for Helena's annual Christmas Parade. This year's theme is "A Charlie Brown Christmas." This is such a fun holiday event and is sure to delight!
Wilsonville Christmas Parade
ick off the holiday season in Wilsonville with their annual community Christmas Parade!
Cashback Holiday Show – A Johnny Cash Tribute
Enjoy the classics of Johnny Cash and the holiday music you know and love at Shelby County Arts Council's intimate Song Theater.
Christmas on the Mountain
Heardmont Park 5458 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL, United StatesIt's the most wonderful time of the year! The Montevallo Christmas Parade will start at 6pm and depart from Montevallo High School.