Ultimate Guide to Memorial Day Events in Birmingham

The Southeastern Conference Baseball Tournament returns to the Hoover Metropolitan Complex in the south-Birmingham city of Hoover, Ala., May 21-26. The 2024 SEC Baseball Tournament will continue to feature 12 teams and will remain set to begin on Tuesday, May 21. Seeds 5-12 will meet in a single elimination format on the opening day of the tournament, followed by traditional double-elimination play Wednesday-Friday. The tournament will return to single elimination play on Saturday. A total of 17 games will be played throughout the tournament. The 12 teams are seeded 1-12 with the two divisional champions and top four seeds guaranteed opening-round byes, with the possibility of earning another later in the bracket. The tournament field will include the top teams from the SEC's Eastern and Western Divisions plus 10 at-large bids seeded 3-12 based on conference winning percentage. The Hoover Met formerly served as home of the Double-A Birmingham Barons (Chicago White Sox) of the Southern League. The stadium also has served as host of the NCAA Men's Soccer Final Four, as well as home to the nationally renowned Hoover Buccaneer high school football program. Located eight miles south of Birmingham, the Hoover Met seats 10,800 for baseball, but can accommodate more than 16,000 when the patio, banquet and side grassy areas are used. The stadium also houses 12 suites in addition to dressing rooms and training rooms. The Finley Center, a 155,000 square foot entertainment facility, opened in 2017 as part of the first phase of an $80 million Hoover Metropolitan Complex that also includes outdoor fields and event space.

FREE event with the purchase of a ticket to Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume! The BMA and Red Mountain Theatre join forces for a teatime that’s practically perfect in every way, featuring special guest, Mary Poppins! Don’t miss this chance to enjoy refreshments, participate in arts and crafts, and share a moment with Mary from the cast of RMT’s production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins. Then, you’ll have the chance to view the very costume actress Emily Blunt wore while playing the famous character for the 2018 feature film Mary Poppins Returns as you explore the BMA’s current exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume presented by PNC. The purchase of exhibition tickets is required to attend the event. Space is limited, so register now. Pinkies up!

Since 2011, the ASO has been delighted to share music with over 130,000 people at the Symphony in the Summer series at Railroad Park. ASO can’t wait to see you there again on Memorial Day Weekend 2024! Stay tuned for more details on this highlight of the season.

This is race #2 of the Southeastern Trail Series. The race starts at 8 am at the Redbud Pavilion at Oak Mountain State Park. There is a $5 per person fee to enter Oak Mountain State Park.

Dive into Flavor at the Waterfront Flavor Fair!  - This event is open to the general public!! They are hosting a delectable food truck extravaganza by the water on Saturday, May 25th! Open to all, admission is just $5 per person! Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering foods and treats from our lineup of fantastic food trucks! Plus, make the most of your day with waterfront tables available for rent, starting as early as 9 AM!  Picnic at our covered pavilions, fish, swim, and soak up the sun!  Don’t miss out on this scrumptious event – see you there at 11 AM!

The Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema is hosting Birmingham’s 13th Annual Salsa Showdown – a fundraising competition to determine who offers the best salsa, guacamole, queso and specialty dip. Admission will include sampling privileges at each competitor’s station, a ballot for casting an “Audience Choice” vote, cooking demo, access to live entertainment, beverage vending, and the Hot Pepper Eating Contest with cash prize. Spice up your afternoon at the Salsa Showdown VIP Experience! Grab your VIP ticket now for an unforgettable event filled with various salsas and exclusive perks. Your ticket includes entry to the Salsa Showdown, a Salsa Showdown t-shirt, two drink tickets to keep the party going, and bonus treats like 2 Sidewalk Cinema tickets! Elevate your salsa experience, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, and indulge in the ultimate fiesta. Limited VIP tickets are available – secure yours for an afternoon of flavor, fun, and fantastic memories. Don't miss out – join the Salsa Showdown VIP celebration!

Since 2011, the ASO has been delighted to share music with over 130,000 people at the Symphony in the Summer series at Railroad Park. ASO can’t wait to see you there again on Memorial Day Weekend 2024! Stay tuned for more details on this highlight of the season.

Since 2011, the ASO has been delighted to share music with over 130,000 people at the Symphony in the Summer series at Railroad Park. ASO can’t wait to see you there again on Memorial Day Weekend 2024! Stay tuned for more details on this highlight of the season.

The 16th Annual Memorial Day Observance at the Alabama National Cemetery for 2024 is scheduled for Monday, May 27, 2024 at 9 am. The Memorial Day Ceremony, planned and executed by the Support Committee, is a time in which fallen heroes are remembered and honored in the way in which they deserve on the day set aside especially for that purpose. In keeping with our mission, we shall not forget those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom and will comfort and honor their families for their sacrifice.

The American Village in Montevallo is open to the public with free admission on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Gates open at 10:00 a.m., and “A Salute to Veterans” begins at 11:00 a.m. in the Colonial Chapel. While Memorial Day is a somber occasion, we also celebrate what our country’s veterans fought for – our freedoms as Americans. Memorial Day events at the American Village include drilling with the Continental Army and talking to soldiers in the encampment, learning about apothecary medicine in the herb garden, playing 18th Century games, and meeting patriots John and Abigail Adams, Samuel Adams, and other revolutionary figures. Admission is free, and food trucks will be onsite, so bring the whole family to the American Village for Memorial Day.