Last updated: November 11, 2024
Ready for holiday joy, Mountain Brook? Our guide has everything you need for a festive season. For Mountain Brook regulars and holiday explorers, this guide is your companion for festive fun.
One of the highlights this season is the Glow Wild: An Animal Lantern Celebration, offering a magical display of illuminated animal lanterns that enchant visitors of all ages. The Red Mountain Theatre Holiday Spectacular showcases a delightful array of seasonal performances, perfect for getting the whole family into the spirit of the season. And the Mountain Brook Village Holiday Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring festive floats, cheerful music, and community spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Contact information and details below.
Holiday shopping event with local vendors and festive atmosphere.
Shop local favorites at Mountain Brook Village on December 5, 2024, and enjoy holiday sales and festivities.
Where: Mountain Brook | More Info: Mountain Brook Village Holiday Open House
Annual holiday celebration with a vendor fair and tree lighting.
Celebrate the holiday season at Heardmont Park with the annual Christmas on the Mountain event, featuring a vendor fair and beautiful tree lighting.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Christmas on the Mountain
Retailers and restaurants offering holiday events, sales, and trunk shows.
Crestline Village Holiday Open House is an event where retailers and restaurants in Crestline Village open their doors for holiday events, sales, and trunk shows.
Where: Mountain Brook | More Info: Crestline Village Holiday Open House
Complimentary photo with Santa Claus.
Capture memories with Santa Claus at the Homewood Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Breakfast with Santa, featuring breakfast, crafts, and activities.
Where: Homewood | More Info: Photos with Santa Claus
Inclusive performance with ASL Interpretation and live Audio Description.
Red Mountain Theatre's Holiday Spectacular features over 75 performers showcasing showstopping dance numbers and beautiful solo moments, celebrating the holiday season with music, merriment, and togetherness.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Red Mountain Theatre Holiday Spectacular
Community-driven ballet performance with local talent.
The Magic City Nutcracker is a volunteer-based community ballet celebrating its 11th annual production at The Lyric Theatre in Birmingham. This event features a live show with professional dancers and local community cast, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the ballet.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: The Magic City Nutcracker
Grinch-themed festivities with special appearances and themed cocktails.
Join us at the Birmingham Museum of Art for Art After 5: The Grinch, where the spirit of Whoville comes to life. Enjoy Grinch-themed festivities, a special appearance by the Grinch, a film screening of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," and themed cocktails. Dress as your favorite Whoville character for a chance to win a special prize.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Art After 5: The Grinch
Live jazz performances of holiday classics by local artists.
A vibrant celebration that combines the spirit of the holidays with the sounds of soulful jazz music. Local musicians come together to perform classic holiday tunes, creating a warm atmosphere filled with rhythm and cheer. The event features an array of food and beverage options, alongside opportunities for community engagement.
Where: Homewood | More Info: Have Yourself a Jazzy, Little Christmas
Unique holiday home tour with pop-up shops and scholarship fundraising.
The 14th Annual Christmas Home Tour, presented by ARC Realty, features five beautifully appointed homes in Homewood, Mountain Brook, and Vestavia Hills. Guests will enjoy pop-up shops and holiday treats at the Samford President’s Home. This community event has included 56 homes, over 7,000 attendees, and hundreds of volunteers, raising over $425,000 for life-changing scholarships.
Where: Homewood | More Info: The 13th Annual Legacy League Christmas Home Tour
Personalized memorial items available for purchase.
The Tree of Lights Memorial is a poignant tribute to loved ones, featuring a tree lighting ceremony and memorial dedications to honor those who have passed.
Where: Homewood | More Info: Tree of Lights Memorial
Illuminated animal lanterns and live acrobats.
Glow Wild: An Animal Lantern Celebration features larger-than-life, jaw-dropping wild animal and sea life lantern creations lighting up the night, accompanied by live acrobats. The event is held on select nights from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm during November, December, and January.
Where: Birmingham | More Info: Glow Wild: An Animal Lantern Celebration
Community celebration with Santa Claus and local participation.
The Mountain Brook Village Holiday Parade is a festive event featuring floats, fire trucks, bands, choral groups, dancers, and Santa Claus. It takes place in Mountain Brook Village, showcasing local schools and businesses.
Where: Mountain Brook | More Info: Mountain Brook Village Holiday Parade