October Events in Birmingham
Fall is upon us, everything is pumpkin spice flavored and hopefully some cool weather is to follow! There are a lot of fun fall festivities taking place this month. Check out out 2018 October Event Guide to Birmingham for some of our favorites below!
Sloss Fright Furnace
Experience Historic Sloss Furnaces like never before! Each year, one of Birmingham’s most popular landmarks transforms into a haunted attraction. Take a terrifying tour deep into the furnaces or try to escape a zombie infested forest at the newly expanded obstacle course, Outbreak 2. See why Sloss Fright Furnace is one of the top fright attractions in the world… but don’t say we didn’t warn you!
September 27-November 2 / $20+ / Historic Sloss Furnaces / WEBSITE
Greek Festival
The Birmingham Greek Festival began in 1972 and is one of Birminghamʼs oldest cultural food festivals and most highly anticipated southeast event. The festival is an act of love of Birminghamʼs Greek community going back to 4 generations preparing authentic Greek cuisine. For three days you will experience the Greeks’ legendary zest for life. Besides delicious Greek cuisine, youʼll enjoy Greek music, dancing, and a warm spirited atmosphere that embraces everyone as family. As thousands of returning patrons can attest, you will leave a devoted fan.
October 3-5 / 307 19th Street South / WEBSITE
Antiques at the Garden
Please join us for the 14th annual Antiques at the Gardens, Birmingham’s premier antiques show, which has benefited Birmingham Botanical Gardens since 2006. The 2019 show, which is co-sponsored by ARC Realty, will include talks and panel discussions featuring 18 nationally acclaimed interior designers, architects, and landscape designers and booths hosted by 22 dealers specializing in antiques, furniture, porcelain, fine art, jewelry, silver, Oriental rugs, rare books, home décor, and garden accessories. Red Diamond Lecture Series featured speakers will include designer Markham Roberts and gardeners Renny Reynolds and Jack Staub.
October 3-6 / $15+ / Birmingham Botanical Gardens / WEBSITE
Bluff Park Art Show
Head to Hoover for the 56th Annual Bluff Park Art Show! Browse from over 150 artists, plus enjoy food from local vendors, hands-on art activities for the kids, and live jazz music! Proceeds from the show will be donated to help improve the arts in Birmingham.
October 5 / FREE / Bluff Park Community Center / WEBSITE
Birmingham Oktoberfest
Grab your lederhosen and head to Railroad Park for Birmingham Oktoberfest! Enjoy a day of live polka music, an abundance of games, delicious German food, and (of course) ice cold beer! General admission tickets include a souvenir beer stein and your first beer of the day. It’s sure to be an über fun event!
October 5 / General Admission: $21 / Railroad Park / WEBSITE
Mt Laurel Fall Festival
Celebrate the best of fall in the beautiful Town of Mt Laurel. The Mt Laurel Fall Festival has something for the whole family, including shopping the many arts and crafts vendors and farmers; watching live music on the Bryson Square Stage; and savoring delicious eats at Mt Laurel restaurants and Birmingham food trucks. Browse handcrafted artwork, home décor items, jewelry, and pottery from local artisans and pick up fresh produce from participating farmers.
October 12 / Free / The Town of Mt Laurel / WEBSITE
Boo at the Zoo
Visit the Birmingham Zoo this October for Boo at the Zoo – 11 nights of spooky attractions and fun! Come dressed in your family-friendly Halloween costume as you explore the Ghoul School, enjoy dozens of free games and live music, or take a ride on the Eerie Express Pirate Train. No matter where you turn, there’s fun for the whole family!
October 11-13, 17-31 / $10+ / Birmingham Zoo / WEBSITE
Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K
The Blazer Bolt 5K is a fundraising run to benefit UAB Division of Neuro Oncology and Children’s of Alabama Neuro Oncology. Join the ARC Realty running team in the 5K or 1 mile fun run and support brain cancer research!
October 19 / $25+ / 18th Street South in Homewood / WEBSITE
If you would like more information about Birmingham or to speak to an ARC agent, contact us at (205) 969-8910.
