🏠 Birmingham's 2026 Concert Lineup Revealed

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National food publication Mashed recognized Birmingham for its rich culinary identity, diverse influences, and award-winning restaurants that often fly under the radar. See why Birmingham’s food scene is earning national praise, and which other cities made the list.

Just days before Christmas, local birders made a once-in-a-decade discovery when a rare Long-eared Owl—unseen in Alabama for years—was spotted at Railroad Park. Read how this unforgettable sighting became a holiday miracle for Birmingham’s birding community.

Birmingham’s 2026 concert calendar is packed with major acts across genres, from country and pop to R&B, rock, and classical crossover. Details.

The new listening lounge offers live music, high-fidelity sound, and food and drinks by James Beard Award-winning Chef Sean Brock. Discover more.

The Texas-based buffalo wing chain has opened in Trussville and Crestwood, adding to its growing presence across the Birmingham Metro. More.

Renovations funded by the American Rescue Plan Act and the City of Birmingham updated the facility’s roof, flooring, and equipment, providing residents with a refreshed, state-of-the-art workout space. Explore fully what’s new.

Now serving at 4524 Southlake Pkwy, the chef-driven restaurant offers upscale-casual dishes like NOLA BBQ shrimp, seared wild salmon, and hanger steak chimichurri. See why Birmingham’s food scene is earning national praise—and which other cities made the list.

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