There is no doubt that summer is one of the biggest bonuses of living in the south. In addition to getting to explore the beautiful Alabama outdoors, summer brings a lot of entertainment to the Magic City, and July is packed full! Let’s take a look at some of the big upcoming Birmingham events for July 2016!

Thunder on the Mountain

July 4 / FREE / Vulcan Park / 9PM / Website

Who doesn’t enjoy the Fourth of July? Thunder on the Mountain is the Vulcan Park and Museum’s big firework celebration. Enjoy a full 20-minute knock-your-socks-off kind of firework show accompanied by musical entertainment. Before the show starts, enjoy the stunning views overlooking our Magic City.

Sloss Music & Arts Festival

July 16-17 / $75+ / Sloss Furnace / 1PM-11:30PM / Website

Sloss Music and Arts Festival is a 2-day music event at Sloss Furnace National Historic Landmark on July 16-17. There will be three stages of live music with genres from indie and rock, to hip-hop and Americana.

The headliners and biggest names featured at this summer’s SlossFest include Ryan Adams, Death Cab for Cutie, Ray Lamontagne, Grouplove, The Flaming Lips, and Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals.

In addition to the incredible musical acts, there will be beer gardens to taste all the local brews, hands-on iron pouring, and art vendors to browse! Don’t miss out on this annual festival that is quickly becoming one of the most exciting ways to experience Birmingham’s culture!

Art on the Rocks

July 22 / $15+ / Birmingham Museum of Art / 7PM-11PM / Website

Art on the Rocks is back and better than ever for its 12th season! The Birmingham Museum of Art’s highly anticipated summer series brings all the best of Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene together in one dynamic place. Featuring artists, makers, musical guests, and downtown Birmingham businesses, Art on the Rocks presents The Lonely Biscuits for a night of alternative rock straight from Nashville, TN!

Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival

July 23 / FREE / 4th Avenue / 12PM-8PM / Website

On July 23, at Fourth Avenue Historic District, visit this one-day event that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of jazz in Birmingham. The festival is FREE and offers tons of delicious food trucks and vendors, activities for children, and exceptionally talented live musical performances! You don’t want to miss it!

Of course, there are tons of other fun and unique things to enjoy during the summer in addition to the upcoming Birmingham events for July 2016 above. Take your children to visit the McWane Science Center while they are on summer vacation! Enjoy the cozy outdoor spaces at Birmingham’s local breweries. Get out and have a blast!

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