From 1909-1969, Terminal Station stood as an icon of Birmingham’s boom years. “The Great Temple of Travel,” as it was popularly known, welcomed out of town visitors, residents, and immigrants to the Magic City with awe-inspiring grandeur.  By the 1960s, automobiles and airlines were the favored mode of transportation, and the station was obsolete.  It was demolished in 1969, just days after the last train to depart the station made its final farewell.

Vulcan Park and Museum is proud to present Terminal Station: Birmingham’s Great Temple of Travel in our Linn Henley Gallery from May 17 through December 2019.  The exhibit will explore the in-depth history of Birmingham’s Terminal Station in celebration of Alabama’s Bicentennial.  The exhibit based upon the book Great Temple of Travel: A Pictorial History of Birmingham’s Terminal Station by Marvin Clemons, available for purchase at The Anvil or www.greattemple.net.

It’s the happiest season of all here at McWane Science Center! Take a slip down the Ice Slide and whoosh through the air on the zip line. Climb aboard the McWane Train and go for a ride before checking out the Magic of Model Trains exhibit.

The Magic of Model Trains is back to delight families throughout the season and spread holiday cheer! Discover trains of every shape and size inside this awe-inspiring exhibit of locomotive displays. No detail is too small for this miniature landscape. From the covered bridges and crowded downtown storefronts to multiple train stations and a drive-in movie theater, the Magic of Model Trains will keep you and your curious little elves entertained for hours!

Brrrmingham’s Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics opens the Friday before Thanksgiving, November 22, 2019.

Open through January 5, 2020, this season brings the added attraction of a 100′ long ice slide. Enjoy a magical, wintry atmosphere on the Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza by taking a spin on the ice and coasting down the ice slide with the Birmingham cityscape as the backdrop.

The 50’ x 80’ rink and 100′ long ice slide will be open 7 days a week, only closing on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Boxcar Cafe will be fully stocked with Red Diamond coffee and tea, homemade hot chocolate and warm, delicious meals.

Purchase your tickets at Railroad Park or skip the ticket line by purchasing below.

To learn more about scheduling your private event at the Brrrmingham Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hosptial & Clinics, view our events section.

The park will host promotional events throughout the season including special discount days! Be sure to check our events calendar or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates on special events and discounts throughout the season!

Vulcan Park and Museum invite the Birmingham area to gather again for 2^nd Annual Magic of Lights: Vulcan’s Holiday Light Experience, Dec. 8 – 23 from 6-9 p.m.

At the top of each hour, beginning at 6 p.m.,  guests will enjoy a 15-minute lively array of dancing lights choreographed to delightful holiday music.

The Anvil and Museum will have extended hours until 9 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to shop at The Anvil for the Red Dot Sale or purchase Birmingham-themed items from local artisans such as Earthborn Pottery and Glass Studio.

There will be complimentary hot chocolate (while supplies last) along with beer, wine and other beverages for purchase.

Santa V will be present for photos from 6 – 9 p.m. at the premiere on Dec. 8.

Admission is $6 for 13 and up, $5 for kids ages 5-12 and children under 4 are free.

Event Details

• Magic of Lights: Vulcan’s Holiday Light Experience and Santa V’s arrival:  Dec. 8  from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. (guest appearance premiere night only)
• Shows Nightly: Dec. 8 to  Dec. 23 (6p  | 7p | 8p | 9p | 10p)
• The Museum and The Anvil will have extended hours until 9:00 p.m. for any last-minute shopping.
• Admission is $6 for 13 and up, $4 for kids ages 5-12 and children under 4 are free.

Guests can enjoy classic holiday songs during the Annual Magic of Lights: Vulcan’s Holiday Light Experience at Vulcan Park and Museum.

The holiday premiere will be on Sunday, December 8 from 5-8 pm atop Red Mountain. Santa V will make an appearance for the premiere in addition to performances from area groups.

At the top of each hour, beginning at 6 p.m., guests will enjoy a 15-minute lively array of dancing lights choreographed to delightful holiday music. The Anvil, the museum store will have extended hours until 9 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to shop at The Anvil for the Red Dot Sale or purchase Birmingham-themed items from local artisans such as Earthborn Pottery and Glass Studio.

There will be complimentary hot chocolate (while supplies last) along with beer, wine and other beverages for purchase.

Not able to make it to the premier? The light show will appear nightly from Dec. 8 – 23 from 6-9 p.m.

Admission is $6 for 13 and up, $4 for kids ages 5-12 and children under 4 are free.

It’s Wine-o’clock somewhere. Get 50% off of your favorite bottle on #WineWednesday at Slice. You’re welcome.

Bring your entire family to historic downtown Leeds for the annual Christmas Parade on Friday, December 13th. Experience the magic of Christmas and holiday festivities with the Leeds community as we celebrate Christmas on the Parkway at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 13th. There is no charge to ride in the parade, but registration is required. For more information and to download parade application, please visit https://leedsareachamber.com/leeds-christmas-parade-2019/

Brrrmingham’s Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics opens the Friday before Thanksgiving, November 22, 2019.

Open through January 5, 2020, this season brings the added attraction of a 100′ long ice slide. Enjoy a magical, wintry atmosphere on the Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza by taking a spin on the ice and coasting down the ice slide with the Birmingham cityscape as the backdrop.

The 50’ x 80’ rink and 100′ long ice slide will be open 7 days a week, only closing on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Boxcar Cafe will be fully stocked with Red Diamond coffee and tea, homemade hot chocolate and warm, delicious meals.

Purchase your tickets at Railroad Park or skip the ticket line by purchasing below.

To learn more about scheduling your private event at the Brrrmingham Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hosptial & Clinics, view our events section.

The park will host promotional events throughout the season including special discount days! Be sure to check our events calendar or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates on special events and discounts throughout the season!

Our biggest wine event of the year is almost here! Every December, we host a Holiday High End Wine Tasting, featuring over 30 wines from around the world! These wines retail from $30 to more than $100 a bottle, and some of them are very limited in availability.

Tickets to the Holiday High End Wine Tasting are $15 per person, and may be purchased in-store prior to the event, which happens on Saturday, December 14th, 3 to 5pm. Once you’ve tried the spectacular selection of wines we’ve curated for the event, you’ll get $10 off your wine purchase for the evening, in addition to our customary 5% off 6 or more bottles and 10% off 12 or more bottles.

This year, we’ve also added food to this event! Porky’s Pride Smoke House has put together a special wine tasting menu that is paired with the wines at each table, available at their food truck by our patio during the event!

It’s Wine-o’clock somewhere. Get 50% off of your favorite bottle on #WineWednesday at Slice. You’re welcome.

Brrrmingham’s Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics opens the Friday before Thanksgiving, November 22, 2019.

Open through January 5, 2020, this season brings the added attraction of a 100′ long ice slide. Enjoy a magical, wintry atmosphere on the Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza by taking a spin on the ice and coasting down the ice slide with the Birmingham cityscape as the backdrop.

The 50’ x 80’ rink and 100′ long ice slide will be open 7 days a week, only closing on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Boxcar Cafe will be fully stocked with Red Diamond coffee and tea, homemade hot chocolate and warm, delicious meals.

Purchase your tickets at Railroad Park or skip the ticket line by purchasing below.

To learn more about scheduling your private event at the Brrrmingham Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hosptial & Clinics, view our events section.

The park will host promotional events throughout the season including special discount days! Be sure to check our events calendar or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates on special events and discounts throughout the season!

It’s Wine-o’clock somewhere. Get 50% off of your favorite bottle on #WineWednesday at Slice. You’re welcome.

Brrrmingham’s Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics opens the Friday before Thanksgiving, November 22, 2019.

Open through January 5, 2020, this season brings the added attraction of a 100′ long ice slide. Enjoy a magical, wintry atmosphere on the Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza by taking a spin on the ice and coasting down the ice slide with the Birmingham cityscape as the backdrop.

The 50’ x 80’ rink and 100′ long ice slide will be open 7 days a week, only closing on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Boxcar Cafe will be fully stocked with Red Diamond coffee and tea, homemade hot chocolate and warm, delicious meals.

Purchase your tickets at Railroad Park or skip the ticket line by purchasing below.

To learn more about scheduling your private event at the Brrrmingham Winter Adventure in Railroad Park presented by UAB Callahan Eye Hosptial & Clinics, view our events section.

The park will host promotional events throughout the season including special discount days! Be sure to check our events calendar or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates on special events and discounts throughout the season!