Fall Fun: October 2025 Happenings in Birmingham

Autumn in Birmingham means crisp air, vibrant colors, and a packed calendar of events. Whether you love music, spooky fun, outdoor festivals, or orchestras, October has something for everyone. Here’s what to look forward to:

🎶 Concerts & Live Music

• Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™ in Concert
  October 10–12, 2025
  The Alabama Symphony Orchestra brings the film to life with a full live score. (Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex)
  Venue: BJCC Concert Hall (Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex)
• Cody Johnson
  October 25, 2025
  Catch country artist Cody Johnson with special guests. (Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex)
  Venue: BJCC (Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex)
• St. Paul & The Broken Bones — 15th Anniversary Show
  October 17, 2025
  A local favorite with a flair for soul and Americana. (Avondale Brewing Company)
• The Revivalists – 10 Years of Men Amongst Mountains
  October 31, 2025
  Celebrate a decade of music with this special show. (Avondale Brewing Company)

Festivals & Cultural Events

• Barber Vintage Festival
  October 3–5, 2025
  A three-day showcase of vintage cars, motorcycles, concerts and motorsports at Barber Motorsports Park. (Barber Motorsports)
• Magic City Classic Weekend
  October 25, 2025
  • Parade in downtown Birmingham (8 AM)
  • Tailgate party (10 AM – 2 PM)
  • Alabama A&M vs. Alabama State football game at 2:30 PM at Legion Field (Magic City Classic)
• Hoots & Howls at the Birmingham Zoo
  Throughout the last three weekends of October
  Trick-or-treating around the zoo, themed events, and family fun. (Birmingham Zoo)

🎼 Symphony & Classical

• Dueling Ninths – Alabama Symphony
  October 24 & 25, 2025
  A concert featuring two interpretations of the “ninth” symphony — an intriguing musical experience. (alabamasymphony.org)
• Treble in the Library
  October 30, 2025
  A musical, educational event for kids (grades 3–6) held in a library-themed environment. (alabamasymphony.org)

October in Birmingham is all about blending festivity with fall, music with mystique, and community with culture. Whether you’re picking a concert or chasing pumpkins, you have plenty of chances to get out and experience the city.