Birmingham Christmas Village Festival
Visitors can explore over 750 vendor booths across two floors featuring holiday décor, handcrafted artisan goods, apparel, jewelry, and gourmet treats like chocolates and roasted nuts. Guests can visit with Santa Claus or stop by the Festive Cheer Booth to record video messages supporting recovery programs. A Holly Jolly Bar offers drinks to enjoy while shopping, and a package check is available to hold purchases.
What to Expect
Shop over 750 booths across two floors of holiday treasures.
Event Details
Duration
5 days.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Marketplace Events
Food & Drink
Vendors offer gourmet treats such as chocolates and roasted nuts, and the Holly Jolly Bar offers drinks.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and gift hunters
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
High
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Online: VIP Admission (ages 6+), $30 + $1 service fee = $31; Early Shopper (ages 13+), $18 + $1 fee = $19 through Nov. 3, then $20 + $1 fee = $21; General Adult Admission (ages 13+), $16 + $1 fee = $17 through Nov. 3, then $18 + $1 fee = $19. Box office: General Adult Admission $20; Child Admission (ages 6–12) $7. Children ages 5 and under are free with a paying adult. Group tickets: $15 per person for groups of 20 or more. – Get tickets
- Hours: VIP Day: 9AM–4 M (as displayed).
- Parking: Self parking daily rate is $20.00; prices may vary and are managed by the BJCC. Parking is available in garages around the BJCC, including accessible parking. Saturday is expected to be very busy in the area.
- Accessibility: Main entrances and restrooms are accessible, but wheelchairs are not available for rent at the venue.
Tips & Advice
- Leave strollers, wagons and roller bags at home on VIP Day, because no wheeled carts are allowed in, though wheelchairs and mobility devices are welcome.
- Buy Early Shopper or general admission tickets online by Nov 3, because the discounted online rate goes up after that.
- Take an Uber or Lyft on Saturday if you're staying locally, since it's a very busy day around the BJCC.
- Bring cash if you're hunting a last-minute VIP ticket, as the two retail partners may still have a few and sell for cash only.
- Join the festival email list before you buy, since subscribers receive ticket discounts and show reminders.
Special Events & Promotions
- VIP Day on Wed Nov 4: first access before public opening, VIP Admission ticket only (sold out online; limited cash-only tickets at two retail partners)
- Early Shopper admission adds an extra hour of shopping, Nov 5–8 (Early Shopper ticket required)
- Hourly prize drawings plus a daily grand prize drawing; enter at the show
- Group discount for 20 or more people on general admission days (not valid for VIP Day or Early Shopper)
- Email list subscribers get ticket discounts
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I shop for?
More than 700 booths across two floors sell holiday décor, apparel, toys, jewelry, food and treats. Santa is on hand to hear holiday wishes.
What is VIP Day?
VIP Day is Wednesday, Nov 4. You get first access to the newest products and vendors before the show opens to the public. Only VIP Admission tickets are accepted, and children 6 and older need their own VIP ticket. VIP tickets have sold out online. A few may remain at Oh My Sole in Helena and 1971 Clothing in Trussville (cash only).
What does an Early Shopper ticket get me?
An extra hour of shopping before general admission enters, Thursday through Sunday. It's for ages 13 and up, and children 6 and older need their own Early Shopper ticket.
Can I bring a stroller or rolling cart?
Not on VIP Day. Strollers, wagons, Hulken and roller bags are prohibited then, but wheelchairs and other mobility devices are allowed.
Where should I park?
Use the parking garages around the BJCC, where the BJCC sets the daily rate. Saturday is a very busy day in the area, so a rideshare is a good option if you're staying nearby.
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