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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    Protective Stadium

    Football, Parks/Recreation, Sports

  • card linkRailroad Park

    Railroad Park

    Family Fun, Outdoors, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkRed Mountain Park

    Red Mountain Park

    Family Fun, Outdoors, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkRed Mountain Theatre Arts Campus

    Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus

    Entertainment, Meeting Facilities, Theater/Cultural, Theatre

  • card linkRegions Field

    Regions Field

    Parks/Recreation

  • card linkReynolds Historical Library

    Reynolds Historical Library

    Museums/Galleries

  • card linkRickwood Caverns State Park

    Rickwood Caverns State Park

    Family Fun, Outdoors, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkRickwood Field

    Rickwood Field

    Family Fun, History, Sports

  • card linkRideBHM

    RideBHM

    Outdoors

  • card linkRuffner Mountain

    Ruffner Mountain

    Family Fun, Outdoors, Parks/Recreation

  • card linkSafeRoom Lounge Bar

    SafeRoom Lounge Bar

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkSidebar Cafe

    Sidebar Cafe

    Bar or Pub

  • card linkSidewalk Cinema

    Sidewalk Cinema

    Theater/Cultural

  • card linkSixteenth Street Baptist Church National Historic Landmark

    Sixteenth Street Baptist Church National Historic Landmark

    History, Spouse Activities

  • card linkSloan’s

    Sloan’s

    Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge

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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