Can’t Miss Alabama: Eric Church, Hardy, Jelly Roll to headline Rock the South
Music lovers will enjoy the Rock the South music festival through July 20 in Cullman. (contributed)
Rock the South
The annual country music festival will feature three days of music, camping and fun at York Farms in Cullman. Performers include Eric Church, Hardy, Jelly Roll, Parker McCollum and Oliver Anthony. In addition to music, the festival will offer attractions and activities such as line-dancing lessons, a Ferris wheel, mechanical bull, misting forest and other VIP offerings. The event is set for July 18-20. For the complete lineup and tickets, go to general information and frequently asked questions.
Kick off the weekend at Rock the South July 18-20 in Cullman. (contributed)
Kick off the weekend at Rock the South July 18-20 in Cullman. (contributed)
Kick off the weekend at Rock the South July 18-20 in Cullman. (contributed)
‘Beautiful: Carole King Musical’
Before she was a hitmaker and music legend, Carole King was Carole Klein, a teenage songwriter from Brooklyn. “Beautiful” is the story of her journey from a high school dreamer to a trailblazer in a male-dominated profession. Along the way, she befriends fellow writer Cynthia Weil, fights convention and finds her own definition of success. With classic songs from King, Weil, Gerry Goffin and Barry Mann (“Up on the Roof,” “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” “One Fine Day,” “You’ve Got a Friend” and more), it’s the story of an icon. The production runs July 19-Aug. 11 at the Red Mountain Theatre in Birmingham.
‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’
One of the most enduring shows of all time, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a humorous retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, his 11 brothers, his father, Jacob, and the coat of many colors. Follow Joseph’s journey from bondage to becoming Pharaoh’s right-hand man to his ultimate reunion with his family. The merry musical embraces country-western, calypso and Elvis-style rock. Children ages 5 and younger, including babies, will not be admitted to performances unless otherwise noted in the show age recommendations. All children must have a purchased ticketed seat to enter. The drama is underway through Aug. 11 at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Montgomery.
Birmingham Food & Cultural Festival ticket sales
This fall, save the date for the Birmingham Food & Culture Festival Sept. 19-22 to celebrate the Year of Alabama Food. Experience cuisine, heritage, culture, character and traditions that make Birmingham a food destination. The four-day festival will feature more than 100 chefs and mixologists, 10-plus collaborative dinners and five signature events.
Chefs include Carla Hall, Timothy Hontzas, Rob McDaniel, Adam Evans, Kelsey Barnard Clark, Gregory Collier, Cheetie Kumar and Michelle Wallace. Follow this link for the complete lineup and venues.
- Sept. 19: Food + Frank: The Frank Stitt Award for Industry Excellence, Birmingham Museum of Art from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Sept. 20: Food + Heritage, Streets of Pepper Place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sept. 21: Food + Market Mix, Market at Pepper Place from 7 a.m. to noon.
- Sept. 21: Food + Fire, Sloss Furnaces Historic Landmark from noon to 5 p.m.
- Sept. 22: Food + Funk: Grits + Groves, Sloss Furnaces Historic Landmark, Water Tower from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Throughout the week and weekend, restaurants will be hosting out-of-town guest chefs for one-night-only collaborative menu offerings at the Food + Friends Dinner Series. The dinners will not be ticketed, allowing the entire community to get a taste of Food + Culture Fest and driving traffic to area restaurants. The schedule and participating restaurants will be announced. For updates and more information, visit bhamfoodplus.com.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume
The Birmingham Museum of Art is paying tribute to the clothes and costumes that have played a monumental role in the creative world of Walt Disney. The exhibit presents 70 costumes spanning nearly half a century, highlighting the innovative ways some of Disney’s most iconic characters are brought to life through the artistry and imagination of costumes. The exhibit continues through Sunday, Aug. 18. For ticket information, click here.
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Alabama Adventure and Splash Adventure
Enjoy the summer season at Alabama Adventure and Splash Adventure with water slides, food and entertainment. The park is at 4599 Splash Adventure Parkway in Bessemer.
Birmingham Barons baseball
The Birmingham Barons will battle the Chattanooga Lookouts at Regions Field July 19-21. Follow this link for the complete schedule, updates, promotions, giveaways and ticket information. Regions Field is a cashless facility.
The Birmingham Barons will play the Chattanooga Lookouts July 19-21 at Regions Field. (Southern Intrigue Photography)
