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A.G. Gaston Gardens

Formerly the A.G. Gaston Motel, which provided Birmingham's only first-class lodging for African-Americans for many years. It also served as a gathering place for civil-rights leaders in the 1960s.
1510 5th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35203
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205 458-8000
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  • 1510 5th Avenue North
  • Birmingham, AL 35203
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Where to Stay

DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

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Homewood Suites Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB is the ideal home away from home located in the downtown Birmingham area, close to the historic University of Alabama at Birmingham and 5 Points South District.

Days Inn

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Comfort Inn Homewood

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Courtyard Colonnade

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Comfort Inn and Suites Crossplex Village

At the Comfort Inn & Suites® at CrossPlex Village, modern spaces and amenities help you feel refreshed and ready to take on your day. After a morning workout in our fitness center, enjoy our free hearty and healthy breakfast. Whether you’re visiting ...

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Quality Inn & Suites Birmingham - Highway 280

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Upcoming Events

Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival

The Steel City Jazz Festival, held in June – is an annual music festival in an outdoor party atmosphere overflowing with non-stop music, entertainment, food, beverages, laughs & big fun! The Festival feaures live music celebrating various music genr...

Birmingham Festa Italiana

The 2nd Annual Festa Italiana is an experience of Italian traditions, music, food and culture. Live musical performances, food vendors serving a variety of Italian favorites, cooking demonstrations, dancing, grape stomping competitions, bocce ball t...

Thank You Books Presents John Green

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2025 Alabama State Games

The Alabama State Games return to Birmingham and Jefferson County for the annual statewide Olympic-style competition June 13-15. With 27 sports to choose from and an Olympic-style Opening Ceremony to kick off the weekend, you will not want to miss t...

Juneteenth 2025: Freedom Day

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MLB at Rickwood Field: A Tribute to the Negro Leagues

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29th Annual Caribbean Jerk Chicken Festival--Ghana Spiritual Victory Concert

Experience the 29th AnnualCaribbean Jerk Chicken Festival. There will be vendors, live bands and DJ and much more.

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

Broadway National Tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at Birmingham's BJCC Concert Hall June 24-29, 2025!
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Where to Eat

Helen Restaurant

A contemporary Southern grill led by Chef Rob McDaniel and Emily McDaniel, Helen is a refreshed take on classic dining that pays homage to Rob’s memories cooking over the hardwood coals and smoke of his grandmother’s indoor grill.

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Café Dupont is one of the few Alabama restaurants to achieve AAA/CAA Four-Diamond status, and in 2009 it was named one of the city’s best restaurants by Food & Wine.

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Sol Y Luna's focus remains on the concept of “Tapas and Tequilas” bringing to the public the most exquisite of Mexican recipes, accompanied by a selection of more than 30 Premium Tequilas. This perfect combination awarded us several times as “Best Me...

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From the moment you walk through our doors, you'll know you're in a restaurant like no other. At Bonefish Grill, we focus on every little detail of your experience, anticipate your needs, and provide personalized service that allows you to enjoy a de...

Moe's Original BBQ & Blues Revue Lakeview

Live blues-style music Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at this restaurant in the Lakeview Entertainment District.
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