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Wild West Day

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 1919 9th St, Calera, AL, United States

Kick up your boots and take a journey by train into the Wild West! Watch the onboard and outdoor Western theatre reenactment story about a runaway, a gang of ruffians, a father’s pursuit and see if law and order can be reestablished onboard the train! The train ride and outdoor theater performances down the tracks last approximately 75 minutes. Food vendors, lawn games and photo opportunities will be available on the Museum grounds, as well. To add to the fun, the Shelby & Southern Narrow Gauge Steam Railroad will be fired up and ready to take your family on a ride behind an authentic steam locomotive! The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is located just off I-65 in Calera, Alabama between Birmingham and Montgomery.

$17 – $38

Patriots Park Grand Opening

Patriots Park 600 Industrial Road, Alabaster, AL, United States

Come celebrate the newly opened Patriots Park off Industrial Road on Friday, Aug. 4!

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

Tinglewood Festival

Orr Park 277 Park Dr, Montevallo, AL, United States

Montevallo is often recognized for the carvings of Tim Tingle in Orr Park. Each year thousands of visitors come to the park to enjoy these tree carvings. Over 50 carvings line the walking path along scenic Shoal Creek. It is a perfect venue to host a festival celebrating wood carving and other wood working crafts. This is the genesis for the Tinglewood Festival. The Tinglewood Festival is a free (no admission charge) one day event held in Orr Park annually in September. This Festival is a signature event for the City of Montevallo.

Free

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

BUMP Bike-A-Thon for the Alzheimer’s Association

Join Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers this fall at stunning Oak Mountain State Park for their first ever Bike-A-Thon benefitting the Alzheimer's Association: The Longest Day. Don't miss a day of fun, biking, grilled cheese sandwiches, and support for an amazing cause! The event will take place Oct 7th 2023, from 8am to 5pm at Oak Mountain State Park. Participants will complete a 17.6 mile loop around the Red Trail at Oak Mountain as many times as they can starting and ending at the Cedar Pavilion.  

Mi Pueblo Supermarket Presents “Hope to Laugh: A Comedy Show and Benefit for the Community of Hope Health Clinic”

Shelby County Arts Council 105 W. College St., Columbiana, AL, United States

Did you know that Mi Pueblo Supermarket presents "Hope to Laugh: A Comedy Show and Benefit for the Community of Hope Health Clinic" will be the first time CHHC has hosted a special event in the fall? Did you know that this will be the first time a comedy show has been featured at the Shelby County Arts Council, Song Theater? Come be a part of history and have a great time! You can purchase your tickets at: Shelby County Arts Council Ticket Site at https://ci.ovationtix.com/36023/production/1180216?performanceId=11364418, or by going to www.communityofhopeclinic.com and clicking on the picture of the poster! What: Mi Pueblo Supermarket presents "Hope to Laugh: A Comedy Show and Benefit for the Community of Hope Health Clinic" When: Saturday, November 18. Doors Open at 6 p.m., Show starts at 6:30 Where: Shelby County Arts Council Song Theater-105 W. College St., Columbiana, AL, 35051 Cost: $40 plus applicable fees Why: All profits go toward the Community of Hope Health Clinic's Mental Health Program and matching funds with a grant through the Daniel Foundation of Alabama This is a PG and family rated show! Clean Comedy! Line up: Jody Fuller (Headliner): Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer, and soldier […]

$40

Snow in Old Mill Square Park

Old Mill Square Park 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, United States

Experience the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of Columbiana at Old Mill Square Park. While snow in Alabama is never a guarantee, you are sure to experience a snowy evening of fun in Old Mill Square. Snow is scheduled to appear on December 8th, 15th, and 22nd.

Snow in Old Mill Square Park

Old Mill Square Park 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, United States

Experience the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of Columbiana at Old Mill Square Park. While snow in Alabama is never a guarantee, you are sure to experience a snowy evening of fun in Old Mill Square. Snow is scheduled to appear on December 8th, 15th, and 22nd.

Splash’n with Santa

Get ready to make a splash with Santa this year at Chelsea's Melrose Park. Following the Chelsea Christmas Parade, Santa will be making his way to the Splash Pad at Melrose Park for a plethora of Christmas activities! There will be snow, characters, bounce houses, and fun for all ages. You and your family can experience the magic of the holidays in Chelsea!

Snow in Old Mill Square Park

Old Mill Square Park 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, United States

Experience the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of Columbiana at Old Mill Square Park. While snow in Alabama is never a guarantee, you are sure to experience a snowy evening of fun in Old Mill Square. Snow is scheduled to appear on December 8th, 15th, and 22nd.

South City Theatre Presents Beth Henley’s Crimes of the Heart

South City Theatre presents Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley· February 9, 10, 16, and 17, 2024 at 7:30 PM and February 11 at 2:00 PM at their Alpine Square theatre-2969 Pelham Parkway, Suite J., Pelham, AL 35124 Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door. Advance Discounts are available for seniors, students, and groups. Visit http://www.southcitytheatre.com/get-tickets/ for tickets. The scene is Hazlehurst, Mississippi, where the three Magrath sisters have gathered to await news of the family patriarch, their grandfather, who is living out his last hours in the local hospital. Lenny, the oldest sister, is unmarried at thirty and facing diminishing marital prospects; Meg, the middle sister, who quickly outgrew Hazlehurst, is back after an attempted singing career on the West Coast; while Babe, the youngest, is out on bail after having shot her husband in the stomach because she didn’t like his looks. Their troubles, grave and yet, somehow, hilarious, are highlighted by their priggish cousin, Chick, and by the awkward young lawyer who tries to keep Babe out of jail while helpless not to fall in love with her. Warm-hearted, irreverent, and imaginative, Crimes of the Heart teems with humanity. The question remains though, […]

$10 – $20