Can’t Miss Alabama falls into place with 30 Days of Fiesta
30 Days of Fiesta is underway through Thursday, Oct. 15. (Teresa Zúñiga Odom)
Gear up for dynamic fall shows.
OWA Legends in Concert presents “Direct from London”
See Legends in Concert at the OWA Theater in Foley through Sunday, Nov. 1. The longest-running show in Las Vegas pays tribute to some of the biggest icons and luminaries in British music history (Elton John, Freddie Mercury, Rod Stewart and George Michael) together on one stage. “Direct From London” will feature not only first-rate tribute artists, but also high-energy dancers, backup vocalists, a live band, magnificent costumes, elaborate theatrical sets, a full array of special effects and much more. Performances at the OWA Theater are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., with matinee performances on Sundays at 3 p.m. Saturday matinee shows at 3 p.m. will be added beginning Oct. 3. Tickets are on sale at VisitOWA.com/Tickets or by calling 251-369-6100. Group discounts for 10 or more are available. For additional information, go to www.VisitOWA.com or follow the series on Twitter @LegendsOWA, Facebook @LegendsInConcertOWA and Instagram @LegendsInConcertOWA.
Alabama Ballet tickets on sale Sept. 28
The Alabama Ballet will be live streamed Oct. 16-18 from the Alabama Ballet Center for Dance on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and from Avondale Brewery on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. The live stream will feature Roger VanFleteren’s “Tango Tango,” with selections from Marius Petipa’s “La Bayadère” and Frederick Lee Rocas’ “Kali.” Reserve your tickets beginning Monday, Sept. 28.
Fiesta in a Box
Fiesta Birmingham will host 30 Days of Fiesta through Thursday, Oct. 15. Entertainment includes live cooking and mixology demonstrations, health and financial wellness seminars, a Latin film series and family arts and crafts projects featuring Hispanic artists. Fiesta in a Box is a 10-by-14-inch collectible designed by a local Latino artist, filled with festive information and resources. Each box is $18, representing the 18th year of Fiesta. The celebration package will give people of all ages an opportunity to learn about Hispanic heritage and have a “Fiesta at Home” with family and friends. Proceeds from the sale of these packages will go to the Fiesta Scholarship Fund. Fiesta scholarships will be awarded Thursday, Oct. 15, on Facebook.com/FiestaBham. Preview the schedule here. For updates regarding 30 Days of Fiesta, Fiesta in a Box and the Latin film series, follow fiestabham.com, Facebook and Instagram.
Alabama State Fair
The Alabama State Fair at the Birmingham Race Course is underway through Sept. 27. The fair will have carnival rides for adults and children, live music and food. Lady Houdini, Comedy Hypnotist and Roaming Robot are among the attractions. There will be a mandatory mask order in place except while eating in designated areas. Follow this link for the complete list of rules and guidance concerning COVID-19 at the Alabama State Fair. Visit the website for tickets and information.
Prattauga Art Guild accepting submissions Sept. 18-25
The Prattauga Art Guild will accept submissions of artwork for its 17th annual Fall Show Sept. 18-25. The gallery will be open to receive art show entries from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. This annual exhibit will feature works by artists throughout the River Region in a variety of styles and art media. Artists do not have to be members of the Prattauga Art Guild to participate. The show will open on Sunday, Oct. 4, with a virtual exhibit and announcement of awards. Prattville Creative Arts Center and Gallery will have artwork on exhibit for the public to visit throughout October. The arts center will be sanitized each day and precautions will be taken to keep visitors safe. Categories include opaque painting; transparent painting; drawing and printmaking; mixed media and collage; photography; sculpture; 3D, and fiber arts. The show will be open on Sunday, Oct. 4, from 1 p.m to 4 p.m. and run until the end of the month during regular gallery hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Groups and individuals may request a tour of the gallery by contacting the Cultural Arts office at artguild.prattvilleal.gov or call 334-595-0850.
9th Annual Delta Dash Sept. 26 in Stockton
The North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals have teamed up with Live Oak Landing, Wild Native and Baldwin County to host the 9th Annual Delta Dash. The event is Saturday, Sept. 26, at Live Oak Landing in Stockton. The 5K course is designed to provide participants of all lifestyles and ages with an opportunity to test endurance, stamina, resilience, decision-making skills and the ability to enjoy a face full of mud and leaves. With social distancing in mind, this year’s heat will be spread out in intervals to prevent pileups at obstacles and for the safety of runners and volunteers. Registration is at 8:45 a.m. for the new heat, which is the only competitive heat available in the chase for the the Golden Oak. Follow along on Facebook or visit the website for up-to-date information on all things Delta Dash.
Lone Pine Mine reopens
Lone Pine Mine is now open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Vulcan Park and Museum. Led by Underground Birmingham historians Jeff Newman and Josh Box, this virtual presentation will take visitors back to when mining was a primary industry in Birmingham. This interactive presentation will discuss the history of mining along Red Mountain with a question-and-answer segment. The presentation will be streamed free on Facebook Live and Instagram TV. Lone Pine Mine No. 3 is a small iron ore mine on the property of Vulcan Park & Museum. In the early 1900s, workers removed iron ore for use in Birmingham’s furnaces and factories. This small mine was operational for a few years but closed before World War I. After being shut for many years, the mine entrance is now open for visitors to peek inside. Visitors will see period-appropriate artifacts and replicas from the time when the mine was in use. Signs provide information about the items and the mine’s history. Can’t make it to the virtual experience? Visit in person seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entrance to the mine is included with general admission to Vulcan Park & Museum: $6 for ages 13 and older, $4 for ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and younger.
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