We are in peak holiday season which means that there is a plethora of themed events to choose from over the next couple of weeks. But Birmingham doesn’t stop the fun at holiday celebrations - there are plenty of other fantastic concerts and events happening throughout the Magic City as well. Whatever you’re looking for - the Magic City has you covered. Here are a few events we recommend checking out this week. 

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Alabama Ballet Presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker (Wednesday)

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A rare and magical moment will be taking place at The BJCC this week! Image from Alabama Ballet

Did you know that there are only 8 ballet companies in the world that have the license from Balanchine Trust to perform this iconic tale? Alabama Ballet is one of the chosen collectives and will be showing The Nutcracker at The BJCC on Wednesday night for fans in the Magic City and beyond to enjoy. 

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Chad Fisher and Friends (Wednesday)

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It’s going to be a good night in Avondale on Wednesday as Chad Fisher and his friends take the stage at The Marble Ring. Graphic from The Marble Ring

Chad Fisher continues to make people smile through music both on the road with St. Paul and the Broken Bones and in his home city of Birmingham with events like the Mardi Gras Chicken Parade and this Wednesday’s Chad Fisher and Friends show at The Marble Ring. We highly encourage music and speakeasy lovers to check this event out. 

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Yellahammered! at Saturn (Thursday)

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Wes Van Horn will be one of the comedians bridging the laughs to Birmingham this Thursday. Image from Wes Van Horn 

Yellahammered was formed in 2014 and brings together some of the planet’s funniest people with great food and community. It was formed in Los Angeles by Alabama natives Wes Van Horn, Joe Raines, and Rivers Langley and is coming to Saturn this Thursday night for a hilarious evening.

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BMB Xmas Bazaar @ 5 Points (Friday)

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Get your bazaar on at Black Market this Friday! Image from Black Market

Do you still need to get some of your holiday shopping done? Black Market in 5 Points South has you taken care of this Friday with their Xmas Bazaar. The fun event will feature local creators and vendors to ensure that the presents you gift your loved ones are unique, thoughtful, and full of love.

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Christmas Eve Bash at Cahaba Brewing (Saturday)

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It’s going to be a merry time at Cahaba on Saturday. Image from Cahaba Brewing

Could you use a good de-stressor from all the holiday errands and preparations? Cahaba Brewing has you covered with their Christmas Eve Bash this Saturday. Great music, food from The Current, s’mores, and drink specials will be putting both holly and jolly into the atmosphere.

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Cover image from Chad Fisher 

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