City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
64. VULCAN PARK and MUSEUM
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 933-1409
Address: 1701 Valley View Dr.
Description: It would be deficient not to include a mention of Vulcan and his appeal to children. A visit to the public park itself is free, and kids love to play in the shadow of Vulcan as they enjoy both the view of the city and the giant statue. Inside the museum kids will be entranced by the interactive exhibits and Vulcan and Birmingham-related collection covering the history of the city and its most visible landmark. Heck, they might even learn something.
65. CHILDREN’S DANCE FOUNDATION
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 870-0073
Description: Their mission is straightforward: “To provide comprehensive dance education, enriching the spirit, enlivening the imagination and celebrating community.” Serving more than 2,000 students weekly, Children’s Dance Foundation (CDF) uses a professional staff of dancers and musicians to teach kids about the power of dance. Classes are offered for a variety of ages and interests, from theater and special performances to adult/child classes or for those with special needs. Birthday parties include a CDF dance instructor and musician who will lead the children in fun, creative movement based on the theme your child prefers.
66. RED DOT GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 870-7608
Address: 1001 Stuart St.
Description: A small, welcoming gallery in the Edgewood district of Homewood, Red Dot is a working studio and teaching facility owned by Dori DeCamillis and Scott Bennett. Here, kids (and adults!) can indulge their creative sides through painting, pottery, and drawing classes with the artists. The space, located off the busy Oxmoor Road is open and full of activity as students range from the youngest of beginners to practicing artists with advanced degrees. Check the website for listings of special events and exhibits.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 4599 Alabama Adventure Pkwy.
69. IJUMP
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 981-2696
Address: 157 Resource Center Pkwy., Suite 109
Description: Yes, it is full of screaming kids running about, bouncing on inflatable play slides and obstacle courses. Yes, the decibel level might be of a pitch that can damage the brains of those over 21 years of age, but the point is: Kids love it. Every screaming, bouncing, sliding moment of it. With 20,000 square feet of indoor play, iJump is a popular one-stop spot for birthday parties and more where kids can play until they are exhausted, refuel on cake and ice cream, and then return for more fun. Thankfully, there’s a parents’ lounge with a flat screen television that always seems to have a football game on. Count your blessings.
70. KIDS GYM
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 822-2332
Address: 2826 Columbiana Rd.
Description: For kids ages 3 months to 8 years, Kids Gym offers a one-of-a-kind experience in movement that explores different ideas of dance and gymnastics. Classes feature a distinct gymnastics program that utilizes individual and group activities, educational props, and music. Birthday parties can be booked at the facility and the second Fri of each month Kids Gym hosts an incredible Parents Night Out your child won’t want to end. Kids Gym isn’t your typical dance studio, and the benefits of time spent here go beyond the typical lessons learned in normal dance classes.
71. PUMP IT UP
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 663-4646
Address: 2724 Chandalar Place
Description: Don’t forget your socks! It’s not called a jumping party for nothing. With two locations on the periphery of Birmingham (the second is at 4623 Camp Coleman Rod., Suite 101, Trussville; 205-661-5557), Pump It Up is a surprisingly fun birthday destination filled with inflatable rooms that are irresistible to kids. The bouncing is contagious, so don’t be afraid to jump in and act like a kid yourself. The facilities available for parties include food, drinks, music, and more. Special weekly events are listed on the website. A popular site for birthday parties, Pump It Up is also available for $5 per session for kids who just want to jump to their heart’s content.
72. SKATES 280
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 991-3611
Address: 7043 Meadowlark Dr.
Description: Hit the rink for some weekend fun in this full-service skating facility. Bring the kids for free skating lessons every Sat from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Perfect for birthday parties and other group gatherings, Skates 280 accepts reservations for parties numbering 10 and larger and includes a private party room and servers for the event. Nostalgic adults can turn back the clock during the 17 and older night skating from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Fri and Sat night. Prices for admission and skate rental top out at $10. Free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the building. Seasonal schedules apply so check the website or call for hours. Facilities are open during many school holidays.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 411 Waterson Lane
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 1632 Oxmoor Rd.
75. VESTAVIA HILLS SWIMMING POOL
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 978-0166, (205) 823-5512
Address: 513 Montgomery Hwy.
Description: Located in the Wald Park complex and surrounded by tennis courts, baseball fields, and a walking track, the Vestavia Hills swimming pool (also called the Wald Park Pool) is at the heart of summertime activity in Vestavia and is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call (205) 978-0172 to reach the pool directly. With 6 lanes 25 yards long, it is large enough to accommodate all ages and interests. Thanks to the air dome, when summer is over, the Birmingham Swim League administers the pool for their various competitive swim teams and practices. The pool is still available for free swim, water aerobics, and parties most days, though check the website for hours or phone them directly, (205) 823-5512. More information on the Birmingham Swim League can be found at bslswim.org.