Songwriters Night at The Nick with Dorian Balis & Nolan Paul Ray
The Nick is a Private Club - Membership Card ($7 Per Year) & Valid ID - 21 + Up to Enter.
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Things to do in Birmingham, AL with friends
What's on in Birmingham, AL this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
10 hand-picked things to do in Birmingham, AL right now · 6 with confirmed dates
How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
📅 Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in the Magic City
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Beat the August heat with cool dining spots and late-summer flavors
Automatic Seafood & Oysters
Housed in a 1940s glass warehouse, savor coastal-inspired plates, wood-fired Gulf fish, and exceptional raw bar selections in a buzzy, air-conditioned dining room.
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Chez Fonfon
A lively French bistro staple in Five Points South. Grab an ice-cold pastis, classic steak frites, and arguably the best coconut cake in the South.
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🎭 This Weekend in Birmingham, AL
From soccer showdowns to touring Broadway hits
Come from Away at Red Mountain Theatre
The acclaimed Tony-winning musical telling the heartwarming true story of a small Newfoundland town that welcomed thousands of stranded airline passengers.
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Birmingham Legion FC vs. Sporting Club Jacksonville
Catch high-intensity professional USL Championship soccer under the lights at Protective Stadium as the local squad takes the pitch.
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Straight Tequila Night: '90s Country Tribute
A high-energy homage to the golden era of '90s country music, complete with sing-alongs and a packed dance floor inside Iron City's premier venue.
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✨ New & Notable
Fresh exhibitions and touring sensations around town
Nitro Circus Live at Regions Field
Witness world-class action sports athletes perform jaw-dropping stunts on BMX, skate, and contraptions right on the downtown baseball diamond.
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Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour
Clean, family-friendly stand-up comedy from the Grand Ole Opry member, hosted inside the gorgeously restored historic Lyric Theatre.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a 2-3 hour drive of Birmingham
Scenic Chattanooga & Lookout Mountain
Head two hours northeast across the state line for cooler mountain breezes, exploring Ruby Falls, the Incline Railway, and Chattanooga’s vibrant riverside dining district.
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Montgomery Heritage & Riverfront Getaway
Drive 1.5 hours south to immerse yourself in profound American history at the Equal Justice Initiative’s Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice, paired with local riverfront dining.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Birmingham, AL with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in Birmingham, AL right now include Songwriters Night at The Nick with Dorian Balis & Nolan Paul Ray, Come from Away at Red Mountain Theatre, and Birmingham Legion FC vs. Sporting Club Jacksonville. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in Birmingham, AL?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Birmingham, AL — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in Birmingham, AL?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Birmingham, AL worth texting the group chat about.
Plan a friends trip to Birmingham, AL
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three Birmingham, AL trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.