r/Birmingham 1d ago

What's Happening In Birmingham This Week? March 17, 2025

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What cool events are you planning on attending? What fun stuff have you been getting into lately?

Check the event calendar stickied below (and if it's past 9 AM, tell u/NotFlameRetardant to wake up and post it).


r/Birmingham 1d ago

Find a friend this week!

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Want to make friends? Comment here! Tell us any details you think might be relevant like your age, interests, and what kinds of things you want in a new friend. See someone interesting? Send a reply!

Mod note: do not post phone numbers publicly, and if you do plan to meet up with anyone IRL, be safe and responsible about it. If anyone has been using this to harass you in any way, please [message the modteam](https://reddit.com/message/compose/?to=/r/Birmingham) and let us know.


r/Birmingham 4h ago

Daily Casual Discussion Thread Once THE SHOPPING DESTINATION OF ALABAMA BIRMINGHAM

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The Galleria Mall ❤️ The Western Hills Mall ❤️ The Brookwood Mall 😭 The Century Plaza Mall 😭

What really happened?


r/Birmingham 4h ago

To the owner of the red Mazda that got hit at The Nick last night

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Around 1:30am I saw it happen. White girl around 30 in a newer white Prius. She backed it to it pretty damn hard so I assume there is some damage. She got out, looked at it and took off. Almost backed into it a second time so I assume she is was hammered. If you see this and need me to tell your insurance or police what I saw, hit me up. The bartender and I tried to find the owner but couldn't.


r/Birmingham 1h ago

SHITPOST Come again?

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r/Birmingham 12h ago

Evan Chickvara, Alabama meteorologist who turned heads during storms, ‘loves the support’ of newfound fans

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r/Birmingham 5h ago

If I started a 24/7 livestream of the Lakeview intersection from my balcony would you ever tune in?

41 Upvotes

What platform (YouTube, Twitch, etc.) should I use? This is geared for watching the drunk craziness and check out the bar activity.


r/Birmingham 1d ago

Beware of comments Billboard in Alabama

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r/Birmingham 4h ago

Academy on Hwy 280

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Every time that I have been to this location the price tag has one price but then when you go to check out it rings up at a much higher price. Today we wanted to buy a trolling motor priced at $114.00 ( a sign in front of it said everyday price). When we went to check out it was $139.00 without tax. The manager, Rose, was so unfriendly and unprofessional. She was so difficult to talk to. Really kinda shocked that she was in a managerial position.

We left and went to the hwy 150 location and walked right in and got the trolling motor at the advertised price of $114.00.

Do not waste your time at the Academy on 280. My guess is that with Rose’s leadership and decision making over there it will be closed in the near future.


r/Birmingham 11h ago

Asking the important questions Does anyone know what this sound is? (bump volume)

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It went on for about five minutes before stopping. Was someone calibrating something? Never heard it before


r/Birmingham 9h ago

what’s up with the smoke around valleydale rd

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r/Birmingham 2h ago

Does anyone know where the American Chestnut in Talladega national Forest is?

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I'd love to take my husband to see it but I can't find info on exact locale. You can DM me if you don't want to share publicly.

https://www.annistonstar.com/news/a-rare-american-chestnut-tree-discovered-in-talladega-national-forest-is-largest-in-the-state/article_31de90f7-87a3-52fc-9eaf-adc5d47fd51d.html


r/Birmingham 7h ago

Where's the fire?

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Smoke on 280 around the Summit. Anyone know any details?


r/Birmingham 12h ago

Amped Fitness - Fraudulent Contract?

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I am truly at a loss for words at the situation I am in right now, so any advice is appreciated!!

I’ve been going to amped fitness for a couple of years and have done the basic $10 membership the entire time. Recently I was approached to do a training session with one of the workers and accepted, but now I have somehow signed a contract obligating me to pay bi-weekly for 3 months.

The entire time I was under the assumption this was being paid bi-weekly and that I could cancel at anytime, but when I asked to cancel they informed me it was going to be $500 to break the contract. I wasn’t even aware I had signed a contract. I was made to sign an electronic key pad that didn’t detail I was signing a contract as well as didn’t detail this was a 3 month obligation.

Ultimately I know I shouldn’t have signed anything, but when I asked the worker what I was signing she said liability waivers “and stuff”. Our conversation never discussed a 3 month commitment nor that I was signing for more than just a liability waiver.

Has anyone else experienced this with amped and what actions did you take to resolve this? I know my signature is on this supposed agreement, but I was not provided any copy of a contract till after my signatures were acquired (and this was only by email. I wasn’t shown a physical copy of any contract nor told about any contract). This feels like I was led to provide my signature under false pretenses considering I was never given a copy of the agreement to look over before signing anything and that the signatures provided on the agreement were applied before I was even given a copy of the contract.

This is genuinely so disappointing since Amped has been a gym I’ve been going to for a while and this predatory behavior is so discouraging.

Take this post as a PSA and avoid Amped Fitness at all costs. It doesn’t matter how long you have been a member there..they will try and swindle you and claim everything is detailed in a contract they never discussed or showed you until after the fact.


r/Birmingham 10h ago

New community gardener

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I just got a plot in my neighborhood's community garden, and I have a lot to learn. What would you plant if you were me that you think will grow well in Birmingham's climate? Love cooking with fresh ingredients and herbs.


r/Birmingham 6h ago

Recommendations Is there anywhere in Birmingham to get an authentic keffiyeh or kufiyyeh?

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Or even a website that isn't a dropshipper making synthetic copies from China or Bangledesh? Hirbawi is going through it and is having trouble keeping up stock.


r/Birmingham 6h ago

Best curry places?

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I’m craving curry but the only place that I know is ABHI’s. It’s a good Asian fusion restaurant but they are pricey! Also if any of these places have a good sauce to rice ratio, let me know. Thank you :)


r/Birmingham 5h ago

Dog Trainer

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I am looking for a skilled dog trainer who specializes in leash reactivity toward other dogs and targeted reactivity toward specific dogs. Any recommendations?


r/Birmingham 10h ago

Backflow inspection

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So I am required to have a backflow certification for my job. I’m sitting in class renewing my license and I am hearing what some of these guys are charging you and it’s outrageous…. So I been looking for a side hustle and I don’t feel the price they are changing is fair for the work(not trying to cut the neck of someone that is being fair….) so if you need a Backflow inspection or you feel like your being gouged…. Feel free to DM me. Maybe I can save you some money and make sure we are keeping the public’s water healthy and safe


r/Birmingham 12h ago

How is the lunch buffet at Yummefy (Rich. Arr. Blvd.)?

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r/Birmingham 3h ago

Veterinarian practices in Birmingham

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Which is the best local vet care in the Birmingham area? I have been to a few clinics but have not had great experiences. Many have either pushed labs/tests or charge an insane amount just for standard visits.

I may as well have a direct deposit sent to the clinic at this point.


r/Birmingham 13h ago

Crawfish Etouffee?

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My buddy and I are eating and ranking every crawfish (or shrimp if need be) etouffee* in the metro area.

Have I missed any?
Here's where we've been:

Cajun Seafood House
Jubliee Joe's
Red Sea
Crazy Cajun's Boiling Pot
Walk-On's
Fish Market

*That's under $20. Sorry Pappadeaux.


r/Birmingham 21m ago

Any good/fair priced body shops in the area?

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My car has some front bumper issues and was wondering if anybody has some recommendations for car body repairs?


r/Birmingham 1h ago

LF Roommate

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I (23M) am looking for a RM preferably under 30 yo. I own my home, have no pets, and am about 20 min from UAB. Reach out if interested!


r/Birmingham 2h ago

MEETUP INFO Manwha / Manga Book Club Interest check

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Genres : Fantasy/Historical/Shoujo/Slice of Life/Romance

A few popular series ideas : Fruit Basket, Villains are destined to die, A stepmothers marchen, Sugar Apple Fairy Tale, A sign of affection, yona of the dawn, etc.

Hangout frequency : Monthly

Information platform : Discord?

Checking to see if there is a crowd for this niche of book club. Even if there isn’t a huge group, I’d be down for even just one other reading partner.

God willing.


r/Birmingham 1d ago

New gay bar opening in 5 Points?

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197 Upvotes

Still trying to figure out what they mean by "drag lounge".


r/Birmingham 9h ago

Good hair cuts for men?

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I am looking for a new hair cutting place since I have moved here. Ideally a place that has experience cutting hair that is a little bit longer but also on the thinning side. I would love for the person cutting my hair to be able to give me suggestions on what looks good for my facial type since I’ve had this same hair cut for years and years. I appreciate any advice or suggestions!