We know that kids are always on the move, so it’s a good idea to always be on the look-out for new events to catch their interest! This season, you can take them to the pumpkin patch, a witches ride, or just a random Saturday event. Thankfully, there is no shortage of fall festivals and events in Birmingham!
For even more events and activities throughout the month, check out our monthly events calendar!
*Please note – While we do our best to provide current links and event details, we encourage you to double check event pages for the most up to date info. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can correct them!
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Fall Events
September - October 3, 2026
Toons and Treasures- Kids Market
Trussville, AL 35173 United States + Google Map
Get ready for a fun-filled day of creativity, confidence, and kid-powered businesses at the Toons &a...
Find out more »Alabama State Fair
September 18 - September 27Birmingham, AL 35210 United States + Google Map
The Alabama State Fair is a large family-friendly festival running from Sept. 18 to 27 at the Birmin...
Find out more »Oktoberfest-Kids Market
Birmingham, AL 35222 + Google Map
Get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest with a little kid-powered business fun! Young entrepreneurs will ...
Find out more »PDA Hoover & Samuelson Orthodontics Tailgate at Brock’s Gap Brewery
Hoover, AL 35244 + Google Map
Pediatric Dental Associates and Samuelson Orthodontics are throwing a free family tailgate and you&#...
Find out more »Vintage Market Days at the Finley Center
September 24 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pmHoover, Alabama 35244 + Google Map
Vintage Market Days will be your one-stop-shopping experience with approximately 120 vendors showcas...
Find out more »Vintage Market Days at the Finley Center
September 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pmHoover, Alabama 35244 + Google Map
Vintage Market Days will be your one-stop-shopping experience with approximately 120 vendors showcas...
Find out more »Birmingham Congenital Heart Walk
Trussville, IL 35173 United States + Google Map
Join us for the 2026 Birmingham Congenital Heart Walk on Saturday, September 26 at the Trussville Se...
Find out more »Vintage Market Days at the Finley Center
September 26 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pmHoover, Alabama 35244 + Google Map
Vintage Market Days will be your one-stop-shopping experience with approximately 120 vendors showcas...
Find out more »Garden Tales – Explore Advent
Birmingham, AL 35203 United States + Google Map
Choosing your child’s first school is a big decision. The Explore Advent Series offers familie...
Find out more »PALS Pumpkin Patch at Vestavia Hills Library
September 27 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmVestavia Hills, AL 35216 United States + Google Map
Get ready for free fall fun! Join us for the PALS Pumpkin Patch and enjoy an unforgettable day packe...
Find out more »Fall Festival at Riverchase Baptist Church
September 27 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pmHoover, AL 35244 United States + Google Map
Come pet animals with the petting zoo, play games, eat dinner, and enjoy time with family. Entry and...
Find out more »Pinson Butterbean Days
October 2 @ 5:00 pm - October 3 @ 4:00 pmPinson, AL 35126 United States + Google Map
Pinson Butterbean Days is a two-day event packed with arts and craft vendors, food trucks, live ente...
Find out more »Chelsea Park 2026 Fall Festival (Resident-Only Event)
October 3 @ 4:00 pmChelsea, AL 35043 United States + Google Map
Save the date! Event for Chelsea Park residents. More details to come closer to event.
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October 4 - October 10, 2026
Cullman Oktoberfest
October 1 @ 4:00 pm - October 4 @ 8:00 pmCullman, AL 35055 + Google Map
Experience the heartwarming charm of Cullman, Alabama at the 2026 Oktoberfest Celebration! This prom...
Find out more »Helena’s Buck Creek Festival
October 9 @ 6:00 pm - October 10 @ 8:00 pmHelena, AL 35080 United States + Google Map
Helena’s Buck Creek Festival is back at Helena Amphitheater Park on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9–...
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October 11 - October 17, 2026
Harvest Festival
October 17 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pmPelham, Alabama 35124 + Google Map
*Save the Date* Join us for our Annual Harvest Festival at Oak Mountain State Park! Help us celebrat...
Find out more »Little Hammies – Kids Adventure Race
Birmingham, AL 35242 United States + Google Map
A one-of-a-kind kids adventure where your child will 🚲 RIDE 🏃 RUN 🧗 CLIMB and 💦 SPLASH t...
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October 18 - October 24, 2026
It’s Nice to Have You in Highland Park
Join us for a porch crawl through historic Highland Park! Mosey through participating Highland Park ...
Find out more »Fall Park Hop at Veterans Park
October 23 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 amBirmingham, AL 35242 + Google Map
The Birmingham Mom Collective team will have a table set up at Veterans Park on Valleydale Road on F...
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October 25 - November 2026
Harvestus Laser Light Show at Majestic Caverns
Childersburg, AL 35044 United States + Google Map
Give your fall outing a story worth sharing. During guided cave tours, families can experience Harve...
Find out more »Karma is a Scientist – A Taylor Swift all ages event
October 25 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pmBirmingham, AL 35203 + Google Map
Make the friendship bracelets, take the moment, and have the best day learning why trees change in t...
Find out more »Homewood Park Fall Festival
October 25 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pmHomewood, AL 35209 United States + Google Map
Bring the whole family and join us for an afternoon of fall fun on Sunday, October 25th from 2-5 PM!...
Find out more »First Lutheran Church Fall Festival
October 30 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pmBirmingham, AL 35205 United States + Google Map
First Lutheran Church invites you and your family to a Fall Festival on Friday, October 30, from 5 p...
Find out more »Appalachian Festival
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pmPelham, Alabama 35124 + Google Map
Join us as we spend the day celebrating the rich heritage and culture of the Appalachian Mountains a...
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Halloween Events
September - October 3, 2026
Oktoberfest-Kids Market
Birmingham, AL 35222 + Google Map
Get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest with a little kid-powered business fun! Young entrepreneurs will ...
Find out more »PALS Pumpkin Patch at Vestavia Hills Library
September 27 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmVestavia Hills, AL 35216 United States + Google Map
Get ready for free fall fun! Join us for the PALS Pumpkin Patch and enjoy an unforgettable day packe...
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October 4 - October 10, 2026
Haunted Hippie Art Festival
October 10 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmWarrior, AL 35180 United States + Google Map
Join us for a scary fun time at the 4th annual Haunted Hippie Art Festival!!👻🌸 We will have ov...
Find out more »All Treats No Tricks at Shops of Grand River
October 10 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmLeeds, AL 35094 United States + Google Map
Save the date 📅🎃 and bring your little pumpkins to get creative with Halloween arts and crafts...
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October 11 - October 17, 2026
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October 18 - October 24, 2026
Trunk or Treat at the Homewood Library
October 18 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmHosted by The Homewood Library Foundation, this trunk or treat event is free and family-friendly!
Find out more »Boo Bash
Pinson, AL 35126 United States + Google Map
(All ages) Friday, October 23rd from 5 to 7 PM Join us at the Rock School Center on Friday, October ...
Find out more »Halloween in the Heights & Witches Ride
October 24 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pmTrick or Treat with the Cahaba Heights Businesses all day, Saturday October 24, 2026 from 10AM-7PM. ...
Find out more »Citizens Church Trunk or Treat
October 24 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmBirmingham, AL 35206 United States + Google Map
This annual Trunk or Treat served over 750+ people last year! There will plenty of trunks for treats...
Find out more »Historic Main Street Oxford’s Witches Walk and Ride on Main
The 6th Annual Witches Ride & Walk on Main returns to Historic Main Street Oxford on Saturday, O...
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October 25 - November 2026
Double Oak Community Church Trunk or Treat
October 25 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmBirmingham, Alabama 35242 + Google Map
Grab your costumes, bring your friends, and get ready for an afternoon full of trunks, treats, games...
Find out more »Bluff Park UMC Trunk or Treat
October 25 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmHoover, AL 35226 + Google Map
Join Bluff Park UMC for a trunk-or-treat with lots of candy, a pumpkin patch, carnival games, popcor...
Find out more »Asbury UMC Trunk or Treat
October 25 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmBirmingham, AL 35242 + Google Map
Expect dozens of decorated trunks, plenty of candy, inflatable games, a train ride, cake walk, ropes...
Find out more »The Church at Brook Hills Trunk or Treat
October 25 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pmBirmingham, AL 35242 United States + Google Map
This free, family event promises a ton of candy and lots of fun! The church parking lot will be full...
Find out more »Flourish Fright: Trunk or Treat
October 27 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pmEnsley, Alabama 35218 United States + Google Map
The Flourish Alabama is excited to host Flourish Fright: Trunk or Treat – a festive twist on t...
Find out more »Shades Valley YMCA Trunk or Treat
October 29 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmHomewood, AL 35209 United States + Google Map
Dress in your favorite costume, invite a friend, and enjoy an evening of treats and activities for t...
Find out more »Dave & Booster’s Town Meeting
Gather your coven, throw on your most spellbinding costume, and join us at Dave & Buster’s...
Find out more »Nana’s Sweet Spot Trunk or Treat
October 31 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmBirmingham, AL 35221 United States + Google Map
Bring the kids dressed in their Halloween best and come enjoy a trunk or treat, LOTS of candy, a bou...
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