SHADES CREST ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Where: Shades Crest Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall, 452 Park Ave., Hoover
When: Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Details: Shop locally made art and handmade goods at the annual Shades Crest Arts and Crafts Fair. The event brings together artists and crafters for a day of shopping, food and activities at Shades Crest Baptist Church. The fair coincides with the nearby Bluff Park Art Show, making the area a destination for art lovers throughout the day. Proceeds from exhibitor table rentals and food sales will benefit Lift Up the Vulnerable, an organization working to protect and empower vulnerable children and women.
Contact: 205-822-1360
More Info: shadescrest.org
BHM26.2 RACE SERIES
Where: The Finley Center at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex
When: Sunday, Oct. 4, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Varies by race; advance registration required.
Details: Hit the pavement for a cause at the BHM26.2 Race Series, a full day of running and family fun benefiting Magic Moments. The event includes a marathon, half marathon, 5-person marathon relay, 10K, 5K and kids fun run, with options for runners of a variety of ages and experience levels. More than 2,000 runners participate in the annual event, which has raised more than $1 million to help bring special experiences to Alabama children facing serious medical conditions. Race day also includes a family-friendly after party with food, entertainment and a kids’ zone.
More Info: bhm262.com
ALABAMA WOODWORKERS GUILD ANNUAL MEMBERS EXHIBITION
Where: Hoover Public Library, 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover
When: Oct. 11-15, during regular library hours
Cost: Free
Details: Discover the artistry and craftsmanship of local woodworkers during the Alabama Woodworkers Guild Annual Members Exhibition. Handmade creations from guild members ranging from beginners to master craftsmen will be displayed throughout the Friends Gallery, Shakespeare Room and Southern Voices Gallery. The annual exhibition offers visitors a chance to see a variety of woodworking styles, techniques and projects created by talented artisans from across the area.
Contact: 205-444-7800
More Info: hooverlibrary.org
ÉTOUFFÉE SOIRÉE WITH BYRD & CHASE
Where: Jubilee Joe’s Cajun Seafood Restaurant, 5190 Medford Drive, Suite 114, Hoover
When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 5 p.m.
Details: Spend a Sunday evening enjoying Cajun cuisine and live music during Étouffée Soirée at Jubilee Joe’s. Byrd & Chase will perform an acoustic mix of country, pop, blues and rock on the patio, with song requests welcome. Grab a plate of your favorite Cajun fare, settle in and enjoy an easygoing evening of food and live local music.
Contact: 205-982-7797
More Info: jubileejoes.com
MONSTER MASH: SENSORY-FRIENDLY PREVIEW
Where: Hoover Public Library, Theatre Level, 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 6-6:30 p.m.
Details: Enjoy the Halloween fun a little early during this sensory-friendly preview of Hoover Public Library’s annual Monster Mash celebration. The special preview is designed for guests who may prefer a quieter, more comfortable way to experience the festivities before the full Halloween party begins. Registration is required and opens Oct. 5.
Contact: Hoover Public Library Children’s Department, 205-444-7830
More Info: hooverlibrary.org
HOOVER CHOIR MELODY MILES 5K
Where: Hoover High School
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 8-11 a.m.
Cost: $35 for the Melody Miles 5K; $25 for the 1-Mile Fun Run; $20 for the Sleep In option. Prices increase after Sept. 30.
Details: Lace up for a music-filled morning at the Hoover Choir Melody Miles 5K, a family-friendly fundraiser benefiting the award-winning Hoover High School Choir Program. Runners and walkers will be cheered along the route by live music from student singers before returning to Hoover High School for post-race festivities, including karaoke, awards and a silent auction. The event also includes a 1-mile fun run, and those who prefer to support the choir from home can choose the “Sleep In” option. Register by Oct. 5 to guarantee a race shirt and preferred size.
More Info: runsignup.com/Race/AL/Birmingham/HooverHighChoirsMelodyMiles5K
BIRMINGHAM SPOOKTACULAR CRAFT & VENDOR MARKET
Where: Riverchase Galleria, 2000 Galleria Circle, Hoover
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 25, noon-6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Details: Get into the Halloween spirit with a weekend of shopping at the Birmingham Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market. The indoor market will bring local makers, vendors and independent businesses to Riverchase Galleria with handmade crafts, jewelry, seasonal décor, art, fashion, sweet treats, gifts and other fall and Halloween finds. The family-friendly event offers shoppers a chance to support small businesses while searching for one-of-a-kind creations and plenty of spooky-season treasures.
More Info: hometownvendormarket.com
HALLOWEEN COCKTAIL & COSTUME PARTY AT VECCHIA
Where: Vecchia Pizzeria & Mercato, 610 Preserve Parkway, Suite 100, Hoover
When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Details: Celebrate Halloween Italian-style at Vecchia Pizzeria & Mercato’s Halloween Cocktail & Costume Party. Guests will explore festive fall cocktails featuring lambrusco and grappa while learning recipes and techniques they can recreate at home. Costumes are encouraged, and the evening will include a costume contest with prizes. Dinner is included, along with an alcoholic beverage of choice, with nonalcoholic and specialty soda options also available. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance.
Contact: 205-637-3036
More Info: vecchiabirmingham.com
BOO-RIFFIC BINGO
Where: Hoover Country Club
When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: $55 per person
Details: The Hoover Service Club will host Boo-riffic Bingo, a Halloween-themed bingo fundraiser. Lunch and a complimentary mimosa will be provided, and costumes are encouraged, with prizes awarded for best individual costume and best group costume. Proceeds benefit the Hoover Service Club’s community initiatives.
More Info: hooverserviceclub.com or call 205-936-0472
HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
Oct. 2: Vintage Videos – “Vertigo”. 2 p.m. Library Theatre. Watch Alfred Hitchcock’s classic 1958 psychological thriller.
Oct. 9: Game Night. 7 p.m. Plaza. Enjoy after-hours board game fun at the library.
Oct. 11: NovelTea Book Club – “Nettle & Bone” by T. Kingfisher. 3 p.m. Friends Meeting Room. Join this Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Oct. 15: Homeschool Hub – Alabama Wildlife Center. 11 a.m. Youth Program Room. Meet birds of prey during a special program presented by the Alabama Wildlife Center; registration required.
Oct. 19: Credit Does Not Have to Be Scary. 6:30 p.m. Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms. Learn about credit with life coach and financial educator Damian J. Carson.
Oct. 23: Monster Mash – Halloween Party. 6:30 p.m. Friends Meeting Room, Plaza Reading Room, Children’s Department, Plaza and Theatre Level. Costumes are encouraged at the library’s annual family Halloween party.
Oct. 24: All Hail the King. 10 a.m. Library Theatre. Enter the world of Stephen King during a one-day film festival for ages 17 and older.
Oct. 27: True Crime Book Club – “The Pit” by Ryan Green. 6:30 p.m. Friends Meeting Room. Discuss true crime, cold cases and the month’s featured book.
Oct. 30: Hoover Horror Picture Show. 7 p.m. Friends Meeting Room, Plaza Reading Room and Plaza. Celebrate Halloween at an after-hours party for adults ages 18 and older.
Oct. 31: Trick or Treat! 10 a.m. Hoover Public Library. Stop by the library for Halloween trick-or-treating until 2 p.m.
For a complete list of October events, visit hooverlibrary.org.
HOOVER GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
Oct. 5: Planning and Zoning Commission. 6 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting addressing planning, zoning and development matters.
Oct. 6: Parks and Recreation Board. 5:30 p.m. Hoover Recreation Center. Regular meeting of the board overseeing city parks and recreation matters.
Oct. 12: Hoover City Council. 6 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting of the Hoover City Council.
Oct. 14: Hoover Arts Council. 5:30 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting supporting arts and cultural initiatives in Hoover.
Oct. 19: Board of Zoning Adjustment. 5:30 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting considering zoning variances, special exceptions and administrative appeals.
Oct. 20: Hoover Library Board. 5 p.m. Hoover Public Library. Regular meeting of the board overseeing library governance and services.
Oct. 22: City Council Work Session. 5:30 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Work session held in advance of the next City Council meeting.
Oct. 26: Beautification Board. 1 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting focused on community beautification efforts.
Oct. 26: Hoover City Council. 6 p.m. Hoover City Hall. Regular meeting of the Hoover City Council.
For additional meetings and schedule updates, visit hooveralabama.gov.
