Through July 9, 2017: Country Living‘s Lake House of the Year

Explore Country Living‘s first ever Lake House of the Year through July 9 at Russell Lands on Lake Martin! This breathtaking home is the ideal oasis brought to life by muted blues and soft neutrals through a thoroughly classic design. Support Children’s Harbor, an Alabama nonprofit serving seriously ill children and their families, by attending a tour, and complete the trip with an unforgettable dining experience at Kowaliga Restaurant or SpringHouse, two delicious and convenient options. The house is open for tours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and tickets are $15. countryliving.com

Through July 15, 2017: Terrific New Theatre Presents The Savannah Sipping Society

See life through the eyes of the classic Southern woman through July 15 as the Terrific New Theatre presents the all-female comedy The Savannah Sipping Society. This hilarious show follows the journey of four unique Southern women who find each other at an impromptu happy hour and decide it’s time to rekindle their zest for life! Shows will run Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m. with a matinee show at 2:30 p.m. on July 9. Tickets are $25. terrificnewtheatre.com

Through July 16, 2017: Virginia Samford Theatre Presents GYPSY

Nothing can stop a mother on a mission, and one of the best American musicals, GYPSY, proves just that. Watch as one powerhouse woman does whatever she can to get her two daughters into show business. Loosely based on the memoir of Gypsy Rose Lee, this musical story will have you dancing in your seat to favorites such as “Let Me Entertain You” and “Everything’s Coming Up Roses.” Local actress Kristi Tingle Higginbotham will star as Mama Rose, and shows will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. virginiasamfordtheatre.org

July 1, 2017: Tannehill Independence Day Festival

This July 1 enjoy fabulous music, delicious food and a fun-filled day for the whole family at the Tannehill Independence Day Festival! This event is the best way to welcome July and kick off your Fourth of July weekend celebration! Park admission, starting at $5, is required, and the festivities will begin at 9 a.m. tannehill.org

July 1 & 2, 2017: Home Sweet Home Food & Music Festival

Celebrate your Independence Day weekend at DeSoto Caverns this year as they host the Home Sweet Home Food & Music Festival. The park will be filled with the sounds of live music and local food trucks offering a variety of cultural eats and treats for an unforgettable weekend of celebration! The musicians will begin at 9:15 a.m. each day, and tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for kids. desotocavernspark.com

July 4, 2017: Red, White & Brew at TrimTab

Grab some friends and a few brews this Fourth of July at local favorite, TrimTab Brewing Co.! Law firm Heninger Garrison Davis will host tons of tasty food trucks, live music, a kids’ zone, a fireworks show and, of course, frosty and fresh TrimTab brews! Best of all, proceeds from the event will benefit the Birmingham Education Foundation. The night will run from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance or $10 at the door. facebook.com

July 4, 2017: Homewood’s 4th of July Festival

Line 18th Street in downtown Homewood this Fourth of July for the annual Homewood 4th of July Festival! This night of fun will feature inflatables, rides, a DJ and a perfect view of Vulcan’s Thunder on the Mountain Fireworks show. This festival is the perfect way to connect with the community while celebrating Independence Day! Admission is free, and the event will begin at 5 p.m. homewoodparks.com

July 4, 2017: Thunder on the Mountain

Regarded as Birmingham’s best Fourth of July celebration, Thunder on the Mountain is back and better than ever! Grab the whole family, blankets and chairs, and find a spot at Vulcan Park and Museum this July 4 for an evening that will culminate in a spectacular 20-minute fireworks show set to a soundtrack of patriotic tunes. The show will begin at 9 p.m., and admission is free to the public. Happy Independence Day, Birmingham! visitvulcan.com

July 7-30, 2017: Disney’s Newsies Presented by the Red Mountain Theatre Company

Experience the fabulously entertaining tale of newsboy Jack Kelly and his band of “newsies” as they dream of a better life off the streets while shedding light on controversial topics such as social injustice, labor practices and the fight against a corrupt establishment. Birmingham’s Red Mountain Theatre Company will bring this energetic story to the stage beginning July 7, with both brand-new and classic, beloved musical performances. Shows are on Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. through July 30. Tickets start at $25. redmountaintheatre.org

July 8, 2017: Journey at the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre

Be that “small town girl livin’ in a lonely world” when Journey comes to the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre. This event is the perfect date night or girls’ night out, and perfect for dancing the night away to classics like “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully” and “Don’t Stop Believing.” Joined by iconic UK band Asia, this is the summer concert you’ve been hoping for! Tickets start at $38, and the show will begin at 7:30 p.m. livenation.com

July 9, 2017: Movies at Avondale Park

Grab the kids and all your picnic essentials and head to Crestwood Park for this summer’s Movies at Avondale Park series! The park will feature childhood favorite Hook this month, plus an outdoor climbing wall and other fun activities, making it perfect for a free family night out. Sponsored by the Forest Park South Avondale Merchants Association & REV Birmingham, Movies at Avondale Park is a free, family-friendly summer film series bringing friends and families to Avondale Park and Crestwood Park for outdoor flicks with family and friends. The “HOOKed on Outdoor Fun” event will begin at 6 p.m., and Hook will play at 8 p.m. facebook.com

July 15, 2017: David Blaine at the BJCC

Experience mind-blowing magic acts, illusions and feats of endurance as David Blaine brings his unforgettable show to The BJCC Concert Hall! Blaine is an American magician who has set and broken several world records through his unbelievable and groundbreaking acts. This July 15, Blaine will treat Birmingham to an interactive experience packed with shocking illusions and amusing tricks. Tickets start at $27, and the show will begin at 8 p.m. ticketmaster.com

July 15, 2017: Float Your Boat Summer Festival

The annual Float your Boat Summer Festival is back for its eighth celebration at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve! This fun-filled day will feature balsa wood boat races, delicious bites and treats, swimming and a fun zone for the kiddos. With over 2,000 attendees at last year’s celebration, this year’s Float Your Boat Summer Festival promises to be an awesome outdoor event at the beautiful Turkey Creek Nature Preserve. The day will begin at 10 a.m., and boat races will kick off at noon. Admission is free. facebook.com

July 15 & 16, 2017: Sloss Music & Arts Festival

Celebrate the creative culture of the Magic City this July 15 and 16 for the 2017 Sloss Music & Arts Festival. This two-day festival will feature over 40 bands, including Alabama Shakes, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats and so many more! Plus, craft beer and creative cocktails, art, live iron-pouring demonstrations and more will complete the event. Tickets start at $135, and each day will begin at 1 p.m. slossfest.com

July 19-23, 2017: Birmingham Barons vs. Jackson Generals

Cheer on the Barons this July 19 through 23 as they take on the Jackson Generals at Regions Field! Fans will enjoy different activities each night, including Thirsty Thursday specials on Thursday and a fireworks show on Friday. On Saturday, participate in a silent auction benefitting the Susan G. Komen Foundation’s support of breast cancer awareness and fundraising for cancer research. Wednesday through Friday games start at 7:05 p.m., Saturday at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets start at $14. milb.com

July 21, 2017: Art on the Rocks

Spend an evening at Birmingham’s coolest summer art event at the 2017 Art on the Rocks! The July event will feature Ben Sollee, The Underhill Family Orchestra, a magic act by Jeanette Andrews, David Nuttall of Artimaps in Huntsville and so much more! This funky, fun event is a fabulous way to celebrate the artistic, creative side of our city while unwinding in the breathtaking Birmingham Museum of Art. The night begins at 7 p.m., and tickets are $30. artsbma.org

July 23, 2017: Magic City Blues Society Battle of the Blues Bands at Iron City

Calling all blues musicians! This year’s Magic City Blues Society Battle of the Blues Bands will be at Iron City on July 23. The winning band will represent the Magic City Blues Society at the 34th International Blues Challenge in Memphis, where artists have the chance to win scholarships, gigs and the prestigious title of Best Blues Band! The doors to Iron City will open at 1 p.m. with the competition beginning at 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 to $10. ironcitybham.com

July 22, 2017: An Acoustic Evening with Patty Griffin and Lee Ann Womack at The Lyric

Spend an evening at the historic Lyric Theatre as beloved country music icons Patty Griffin and Lee Ann Womack team up for a night of acoustic melodies. Patty Griffin is a Grammy award-winning artist who was named Best Artist at the 2001 Americana Music Awards, and fellow Grammy award winner Lee Ann Womack has carved her own artistic path with classic favorites such as “I Hope You Dance.” Join them at The Lyric beginning at 8 p.m. on July 22. Tickets start at $37. lyricbham.com

July 29, 2017: Birmingham Burger Fest

Put two of our favorite things together — burgers and Birmingham — and you’ve got the Birmingham Burger Fest! Join The ALS Association Chapter Junior Board at Avondale Brewing Co. this July 29 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a food-filled day where Birmingham’s best burgers will battle it out for the chance to be named “Top Burger in Birmingham.” Live music, family-friendly activities, raffles and tasty brews will complete the event. Tickets are $15. birminghamburgerfest.com

July 30, 2017: Alabama Music Awards

Last, but most definitely not least, finish off the month with a bang at the 2017 Alabama Music Awards! The Alabama Music Awards Organization will host another fabulous show featuring entertaining performances and local artist recognition. They will also be honoring Henry “Gips” Gipson as this year’s winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award. The event will begin at 5 p.m., and tickets are $20. alabamamusicawardsshow.com