Lucky enough to have snagged a sitter and feel like hitting the town? Check out these local ~festive~ities that’ll make you feel holly jolly. Whether you are looking for a girls night out or a date night that feels Christmas-y, these 6 Birmingham destinations are bringing the holiday spirit big time with over the top decorations, seasonal spirits, and so much fun. Enjoy—you’ve earned it!
1. Adiõs Bar’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
When: December 12 at 8 p.m. (Happy Hour 4–6, Open Daily)
Where: 2218 1st Ave. N., Suite 100, Birmingham
Details: Show off your ugliest Christmas sweater while you try Adiõs’ holiday menu and listen to festive music straight from the DJ.
2. Alabama Theatre Christmas Series: Die Hard
When: December 19 at 7 p.m.
Where: Alabama Theatre (1817 3rd Ave. N., Birmingham)
Details: Experience the magic of the Alabama Theatre at Christmas with this action-packed holiday classic.
Price: $16.92
3. Glow Wild – Adult Night (18+)
When: Thursday, December 11th from 5–9 p.m.
Where: Birmingham Zoo
Details: Admire more than one million lights, hundreds of handcrafted lanterns, and brand-new installations to make this holiday season brighter than ever. Purchase tickets on their website.
Price: $21.95
4. Miracle on 24th Street in Birmingham
When: 3 p.m.–Midnight Mon–Thurs, 3 p.m.–2 a.m. Fri–Sat, til the end of the year!
Where: Hold Your Horses (112 24th St. N., Birmingham)
Details: Try festive holiday drinks like spiked rum, coconut hot chocolate, and more at this Birmingham bar.
5. Santa Got Sleighed! Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner Event at Birmingham’s Historic Arlington House
When: December 19 from 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Where: Arlington Historic House (331 Cotton Ave. SW, Birmingham)
Details: Santa’s been sleighed… Enjoy this fun and interactive Christmas-themed murder mystery dinner where you get to try to solve the crime before Christmas.
Price: $65.86
6. Tuscana Tiki Bar
When: Sun–Thurs 4 p.m.–Midnight (Happy Hour 4–7), Fri–Sat 4 p.m.–1 a.m.
Where: 1143 First Ave. S., Suite 101, Birmingham
Details: Try one of many festive cocktails, including Purple Snow, Santa’s Holiday Fluff, Gingerbread Sling, Jolly Jungle Nog and more.
