Memorial Day weekend in Birmingham brings a meaningful mix of patriotism, celebration, and community spirit. It’s a time to pause and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, while also enjoying the warmer weather and local traditions. Whether you’re attending a remembrance ceremony, hosting a cookout with family, or exploring local events, there are plenty of ways to mark the occasion. Here’s your go-to guide for Memorial Day happenings around Birmingham.
1st Annual Freedom & Octane Memorial Day Car Show
Saturday, May 24, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Smith Lake Park
Free
This free family-friendly event will have live music, vendors, and a car show!
2025 National Memorial Day Concert
Sunday, May 25, 7 p.m.
Free
Watch America’s night of remembrance from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol as musical performances and the National Symphony Orchestra perform to honor our men and women in uniform.
Alabama Veterans Memorial Park
Free
Walk through the “Faces of the Price of Freedom,” the Hall of Honor, the Memorial Plaza, and the trail any time during daylight hours.
Flag Placement Ceremony and Graveside Flag Placement
Saturday, May 24, 9 a.m.
Alabama National Cemetery
Free
Honor the lives lost fighting for our country by helping place over 11,000 flags on graves.
SEC Baseball Tournament
Tuesday, May 20–Sunday, May 25, times vary
Hoover Metropolitan Stadium
Ticket prices vary
Appreciate the freedoms our soldiers have fought for us to have by soaking in a quintessential American pastime.
Symphony in the Summer
Friday, May 23–Sunday, May 25, 7:30 p.m.
Railroad Park
Free
Indulge your ears in the Alabama Symphony’s annual symphonic performance in the park. You can bring a picnic to munch while you listen, or you can buy food from food trucks inside the park.
Memorial Day Party
Saturday, May 24, 10 p.m.
201 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. S., Birmingham
Free
Celebrate and enjoy your freedom!
Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 26, 9 a.m.
Alabama National Cemetery
Free
Remember the fallen in this special service that will commemorate all those in the military have done for us and the United States of America.
Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 26, 10 a.m.
Shain Park
Free
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This ceremony will include speakers, wreath laying at the monuments, and live music.
