BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES

One of the best ways to experience today’s Birmingham. A new generation of black entrepreneurs and artisans are shaping Greater Birmingham’s future with their vision and creativity - from irresistible cooking to fresh-roasted coffee and custom menswear.

LGBTQ+ Community

From Bingo nights to sports leagues, LGBTQ+ visitors will find much to see, do and enjoy in Greater Birmingham. The genuine welcome you’ll find here isn’t an affection; it’s a reflection of a city that has grown up, and is ready to have some fun.  Explore a wide range of gay-friendly craft breweries, sophisticated dining and cocktails, and local businesses who are eager to roll out the rainbow carpet.

HISPANIC COMMUNITY

Birmingham’s Latino community is a thriving and important part of Greater Birmingham’s growth. Our Latino residents bring their own vibrant sense of pride, warmth and flavor to the cultural mix - and the result shows in our food scene and our genuine sense of welcome.

Places to Explore

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    Iron City Birmingham

    Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Live Music

  • card linkJuniper

    Juniper

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkKIP

    KIP

    Civil Rights, History, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkLF

    LF

    Outdoors, Parks/Recreation, Sports

  • card linkLou’s Pub & Package Store

    Lou’s Pub & Package Store

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkMayawell Agave Spirits & Cocktails

    Mayawell Agave Spirits & Cocktails

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkMcWane Science Center

    McWane Science Center

    Family Fun, Museums/Galleries, Open on Monday, Theater/Cultural

  • card linkMom’s Basement

    Mom’s Basement

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkNegro Southern League Museum

    Negro Southern League Museum

    Civil Rights, History, Museums/Galleries

  • card linkOak Mountain State Park

    Oak Mountain State Park

    Family Fun, Outdoors, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkPaper Doll

    Paper Doll

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkPepper Place

    Pepper Place

    Shopping

  • card linkPepper Place Saturday Market

    Pepper Place Saturday Market

    Family Fun, Farmers Market, Outdoors, Shopping

  • card linkPilcrow Cocktail Cellar

    Pilcrow Cocktail Cellar

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkPlatinum of Birmingham

    Platinum of Birmingham

    Dance/DJ, Night Club

Events Happening In Birmingham

See what upcoming events are happening in the Greater Birmingham area.

Diversity & Culture Stories

The 84th Magic City Classic – the largest HBCU event in the country – returns to Birmingham Oct. 25

The 84th Magic City Classic – the largest HBCU event in the country – returns to Birmingham Oct. 25
Birmingham Restaurant Included in New York Times’ “50 Best Places in America”
Virtual-Gaming Restaurant Fairway Social Opens in Downtown Birmingham
New Leader Brings Unique Vision, Fresh Ideas to GBCVB
Lights, Camera, Cue the Frogs!

Diversity & Cultural Iteneraries

Food & Drink

Birmingham Dining Guide

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Your guide to restaurants, coffee houses, breweries, and night clubs in the Downtown, Southside, and Entertainment Districts.

Birmingham Dining Guide

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