Events

Railroad Park offers a
Variety of Programs
& Signature Events.

EVENTS AT RAILROAD PARK

Railroad Park Foundation offers FREE community events & programs the entire family can enjoy throughout the year! Keep up with latest:

RAILROAD PARK SIGNATURE EVENTS

The Railroad Park Foundation Reunion is a fundraiser luncheon that takes place in June of each year to celebrate the past, present and future of Railroad Park.

Picnic at Railroad Park: Celebrating Birmingham’s Community takes place on a Sunday in late September or early October each year. This FREE event celebrates the best of Birmingham with entertainment, children’s activities, food trucks and retail vendors showcasing the creative and diverse talents of our city.

RAILROAD PARK PROGRAMS

Get Healthy on the Railroad Exercise Classes sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama take place every weekday from April to October! See the full schedule and join us for these FREE classes.

Get Healthy on the Railroad Cooking Classes sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama take place monthly from April to October. See the full schedule and join us for these FREE classes.

Magic City Pop-Up Plaza takes place the 2nd Friday of each month (April-October) from 3 pm – 7 pm. Enjoy Birmingham’s best food trucks and shop with local vendors, makers & artists. Free to attend, this event takes place on Railroad Park’s 17th Street Plaza.

Special Events

Railroad Park is a premiere event venue in Birmingham, and is proud to host some of the best events in town. From small intimate gatherings to large fundraisers & concerts, let our expert team help execute your vision. Learn more and reserve your event space here.

Railroad Park is proud to host:

Peaceful Vigils

Railroad Park welcomes peaceful vigils for the loss of a loved one at the Park as long as certain guidelines are met. Please contact the Park office at least five (5) days in advance of your desired vigil date at 205.521.9933 or email events@railroadpark.org.

Demonstrations/Protests/Rallies

Any demonstration or other event organized or held for political, religious, or other First Amendment related purposes requires a permit from the City of Birmingham. If the permit is approved, Railroad Park requires a minimum of seven (7) days notice. The Railroad Park team reviews requests on a case by case basis and may also:

  • Charge for space used within the Park.
  • Require additional security including off-duty police officers.

For more information call 205.521.9933 or email events@railroadpark.org.

Book your next event at Railroad Park!

Let our expert team guide you through the process and help create an amazing experience for you and your guests!

Railroad Park spaces View our event spaces, packages & facility rates (PDF).

3. Review the Park’s event policies and rules.

4. Decide if you would like to have catered food, alcoholic beverages, carnival rentals, audio/visual equipment and/or other
amenities at your event. View our list of approved caterers and vendors.

5. Fill out the events request form.

6. Email your events request form to events@railroadpark.org.

7. Once your information is received, a representative from Railroad Park will contact you within 2-3 business days. Once
approved, you will receive an invoice regarding your reservation.

8. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis.