August First Friday

Calera Main Street 1120 17th Avenue, Calera, AL, United States

It’s not “back to school” in Calera without our Meet the Eagles night! Central State Bank presents this festival where kids sports from pee-wee all the way through high school are showcased to kick off the fall sports season. Visit the Central State Bank tent for free backpacks for the kids and stay for plenty of food, fun and music as we close out the 2023 festival season!

Vincent In The Park

Vincent Municipal Park 8711 County Rd 62, Vincent, AL, United States

Experience the magic of Vincent in the Park event. Immerse yourself in a captivating outdoor setting where art, music, and nature intertwine.

2023 Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon

Oak Mountain State Park, Discover Shelby Pavilion 200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL, United States

Get ready to dive into the ultimate endurance challenge at the upcoming triathlon in Pelham, Alabama on Saturday, August 12th! This adrenaline-pumping event brings together the some of the best athletes to complete the swim, bike, and run stages like true champions. With breathtaking scenery of the Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham offers the perfect backdrop for athletes to push their own limits and conquer this unique experience! Don't miss out on the triathlon that will redefine your limits this upcoming August! For more information on how to sign up click here!

Helena Old Town Live

Helena Amphitheater 4151 Helena Rd, Helena, AL, United States

The Helena Old Town Board (HOT Board) unveiled the lineup for the 2023 Old Town Live summer concert series. This marks the third year the HOT Board has hosted Old Town Live, and they said they hope to make this series the best yet. On August 12, Cracker and Bloodkin will take center stage.

Sean of the South “On the Air” Show

Song Theater 105 W College Street, Columbiana, AL, United States

The Shelby County Arts Council presents, Sean of the South “On the Air” Series live from the Song Theater in Columbiana, Alabama. Come enjoy a summer series of live-broadcast performances, consisting of six shows, with intermissions, featuring Sean Dietrich and friends—both respected and ill-famed. Each show will feature different guests and “fresh” stories from Sean. Performances will be recorded in the SONG Theater for future broadcast, featuring Sean and the gang, delivering a mix of humor, storytelling, and eclectic musical performances that are sure to cause audiences to stand up in their seats and beg to be let out of the theater. The audience will be part of the live recording. Be prepared to have fun, sing along, laugh, and above all, spend the summer among friends.

$30

Alabama Summer Championships Sanctioned L5 Open

Pelham Racquet Club 100 Racquet Club Parkway, AL, United States

Alabama Summer Championships Sanctioned L5 Open at Pelham Racquet Club from August 17-20.

Summer Shindig

Old Baker Farm 1041 Farmingdale Rd, Harpersville, AL, United States

Celebrate the joys of summer at the Summer Shindig on Old Baker Farm. Join us for a day filled with fun, laughter, and wholesome entertainment for the whole family.

Alabaster Health Fair

The city's annual Community Health Fair is coming up soon at Thompson High School's Warrior Arena! Mark your calendars for Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and stop by to talk with health care providers from all disciplines, receive health screenings and more.

Farm-To-Table Dinner

The Grand Hall at Old Mill Square Park 105 W College St, Columbiana, AL, United States

A unique group of people gathered together for a moment to share the most universal human conversation: a meal. Our hope is to reconnect diners to the land while celebrating the hardworking hands that feed us.

Ridge to Blazin’ Ridge

Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United States

Start of The Ridge 2 Ridge 10.5 and 21 mile trail race at the Redbud Pavilion near the BMX track at Oak Mtn State Park. You will need to enter the park at the South Entrance. The north entrance does not open until 7:00 AM and if you go to it, you may miss the start. Here is a map link to the Redbud Pavilion from the south (southwest) entrance from I-65 near I-459. ?

USTA Southern 14s L4

Pelham Racquet Club 100 Racquet Club Parkway, AL, United States

Come out to Pelham Racquet Club for the Southern 14s L4.

Zombie Backyard Ultra

Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, United States

Join the Zombie Trail Races team in beautiful Oak Mountain State Park on September 3rd for the Zombie Backyard Ultra. This exhilarating 4.167 mile loop will start every hour until one runner remains. This event is a bronze ticket qualifier for Summit Trail Racing's Backyard Ultra in Texas.