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Railroad Park is a 19 acre green space in downtown Birmingham that celebrates the industrial and artistic heritage of our great city. Situated along 1st Avenue South, between 14th and 18th Streets, the park is a joint effort between the City of Birmingham and the Railroad Park Foundation. Hailed as "Birmingham's Living Room," Railroad Park provides a historically rich venue for local recreation, family activities, concerts, and cultural events, while connecting Birmingham's downtown area with Southside and UAB's campus.




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Zumba
April 24, 2024 6:00pm
Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Zumba
Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance fitness class that blends basic dance moves with aerobic steps. Zumba is fun, energizing, and easy to follow.

This class is FREE thanks to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. You will be required to sign-in each time you participate in this class.

NOTE: Class instructors are subject to change based on availability, and classes will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Class cancellations will be determined by 4 pm. For timely updates regarding class schedule, please visit the Park's Calendar of Events and our Facebook page.
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Children's Soccer Shots
April 24, 2024 6:00pm

Location: The Meadow - Across the Street from B&A Warehouse 

 

Open for ages 2-5 

Season starts on March 13th 

Meet every Wednesday, except March 27th from 6-6:45 PM

 

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate for ages 2-5 and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents. Visit centralalabama.soccershots.com to enroll.

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Yoga
April 25, 2024 6:00pm
Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Yoga
Yoga strengthens and tones the body, promoting balance and flexibility while quieting the mind. This inclusive class is structured for participants at all experience levels.

NOTE: Please bring your own mat or towel to this class.

This class is FREE thanks to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. You will be required to sign-in each time you participate in this class.

NOTE: Class instructors are subject to change based on availability, and classes will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Class cancellations will be determined by 4 pm. For timely updates regarding class schedule, please visit the Park's Calendar of Events and our Facebook page.
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Senior Fit
April 26, 2024 8:00am
Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Senior Fit
These low impact workouts are tailored to the fitness levels of the participants. Senior Fit implements four categories of activity that the NIH states offer seniors the most health benefits: flexibility, endurance, balance, and strength. The group exercise setting also provides a social opportunity designed to benefit mental and emotional well-being.

This class is FREE thanks to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. You will be required to sign-in each time you participate in this class.

NOTE: Class instructors are subject to change based on availability, and classes will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Class cancellations will typically be determined by 4 pm the day before class. For timely updates regarding class schedule, please visit the Park's Calendar of Events and our Facebook page.
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Line Dancing
April 26, 2024 6:00pm
Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Line Dancing
Let's get moving with a fun, low-impact exercise class designed for all ages. Learn the choreographed dance steps to your favorite songs while improving your coordination and fitness.


This class is FREE thanks to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. You will be required to sign-in each time you participate in this class.

NOTE: Class instructors are subject to change based on availability, and classes will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Class cancellations will be determined by 4 pm. For timely updates regarding class schedule, please visit the Park's Calendar of Events and our Facebook page.
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March for Babies
April 27, 2024 8:00am
Join the movement!  March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold new vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community now and for generations to come.By participating in March for Babies, you’re lifting up communities for health equity, opening the door for all moms to have access to care and protecting the health of families by pushing for their rights. It’s no small feat—it’s a mother of a movement!  Start or join an existing team today, create an online fundraising page and let everyone know that you’re helping to make Alabama and America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.  For more information regarding this event, please contact Dee Grisham at DGrisham@marchofdimes.org or call (205) 588-0510.
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PurpleStride
April 27, 2024 12:00pm
Location: 17th Street Plaza.


2024 PurpleStride fundraising walk will be held at Railroad Park. Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is putting on this event to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer. This includes research and finding a cure. Please come out and celebrate with us!

https://secure.pancan.org/site/TR/PurpleStride/PurpleStride?pg=entry&fr_id=2772
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PRIVATE EVENT: Autism Walk
April 28, 2024 1:00pm
A private event will take place at the Lakefront from 1-3pm. The rest of the Park will still be open to the public.
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Get Healthy on the Railroad Cooking Class
April 28, 2024 3:30pm
Location: 17th Street Plaza.

Local expert chefs will provide cooking demonstrations, food tastings, healthy eating tips and take-home recipe cards at our FREE Get Healthy on the Railroad Cooking Classes sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. The first 100 attendees will also receive a fresh bag of produce from Piggly Wiggly to replicate the recipe at home.
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Boxing Cardio
April 29, 2024 6:00pm
Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Boxing Cardio
This fun & challenging workout combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. Develop lean muscle while building stamina, improving coordination & flexibility, and burning calories.

This class is FREE thanks to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. You will be required to sign-in each time you participate in this class.

NOTE: Class instructors are subject to change based on availability, and classes will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Class cancellations will be determined by 4 pm. For timely updates regarding class schedule, please visit the Park's Calendar of Events and our Facebook page.
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