January 2020 Events in Birmingham
A new year is here, and Birmingham has some incredible events in store for us this month. Whether your new year’s resolution is to find more time to exercise or experience something new, we’ve gathered a few of this month’s best races, performances, and events for you to enjoy in our 2020 January Event Guide to Birmingham! From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy 2020 in the Magic City!
Birmingham Bowl
Kickoff the new year with some football at the Birmingham Bowl. Come watch Cincinnati play Boston College at historic Legion Field!
January 2 / Legion Field / WEBSITE
Art Crawl
Kick off the new year downtown at The Pizitz! Stroll through the streets outside the newly renovated food hall as you meet local artists and performers while getting to view their work up close and personal. Be a part of the rapidly growing art scene in the Magic City and buy local! Art Crawl takes place every first Thursday, rain or shine.
January 2 / The Pizitz / WEBSITE
5th Annual Lyric Masquerade Ball
This formal event will feature The Matthew Devine Band playing New Orleans jazz, heavy hors d’oeuvres from some the tastiest restaurants in town, a silent auction and an open bar with tastings by Coopers’ Craft and Redmont Distilling Co! Formal gowns and suits recommended. Masquerade gear optional!
January 18 / Lyric / WEBSITE
MLK Day 5K Drum Run
ARC is proud to be a sponsor the 4th annual MLK Day 5K Drum Run/Walk! The race begins and ends in the heart of the Civil Rights District and features drum lines from the metro area schools that will line up along the race course to keep the beat as the runners and walkers make their way. Join us as we come together as a community to celebrate the spirit of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the spirit of sisterhood and brotherhood with fellowship and fitness.
January 18 / 12th Street S & 1st Ave S / WEBSITE
Pink Bride Wedding Show
Did you know over 30% of proposals take place in December? If you recently got engaged, make plans to attend the Pink Bride Wedding Show. Formerly known as the Southern Bridal Show, this event is your one-stop-shop for wedding planning and showcases the best wedding professionals Birmingham has to offer. You’ll also get to see inspirational showcases, a fashion show featuring this season’s bridal and bridesmaid fashions, tasty food and drinks, giveaways, and tons of shopping!
January 19 / BJCC / WEBSITE
BourbonHam
Don’t miss out on Birmingham’s premier bourbon and BBQ fundraising event of the year! Come sample from over 25 different types of bourbon all while raising money for charity. This event benefits the National MS Society. Come enjoy live music from Livewire, BBQ and bourbon all for a good cause!
January 19 / The Haven / WEBSITE
If you would like more information about Birmingham or to speak to an ARC agent, contact us at (205) 969-8910.