City of Birmingham Department of Youth Services

Looking for a fun way for your child to spend time outdoors this summer? Join Forest Fridays for a hands-on nature experience focused on the environment, learning, and community involvement.

Forest Fridays
📅 July 10
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Collegeville (More information soon)

Participants will explore nature, learn about trees and the environment, and take part in outdoor activities designed to connect youth with the community.

Registration: http://youthservebham.org/events

Spaces may be limited, so register early. 🌳

Our office will be closed in observance of Juneteenth on June 19, 2926.

Registration is open for STREAM Innovations Summer STREAM Labs, a hands-on summer program for rising 5th and 6th grade students.

The program runs June 8–July 24, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, with breakfast, lunch, movement and wellness activities, hands-on learning, and industry Q&A sessions included.

Weekly cost is $300.

Register online at streaminnovations.org and give your child the opportunity to explore careers through engaging, real-world experiences.

A great day in the magic city! ✨

Our Kids and Jobs interns had an amazing time meeting with Mayor Woodfin today.

Thank you Mayor Randall Woodfin for spending time with our future leaders!

Juneteenth Jubilee 2026 is set for Friday, June 19 from 12:00 PM–8:00 PM in Birmingham’s Civil Rights District.

Hosted by the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, and the National Park Service, this event brings the community together to celebrate freedom, culture, and history.

Make plans to attend and be part of this special Juneteenth celebration.

Celebrate Juneteenth at the Juneteenth Jubilee 2026 on Friday, June 19 from 12:00 PM–8:00 PM in the Civil Rights District.

Hosted by the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, and the National Park Service, this community event will honor culture, history, and unity throughout the day.

Be sure to come out and take part in this year’s celebration.

Birmingham Park and Recreation pools are officially open for the summer.

Pools are open daily from 12:00 PM–6:00 PM with $1 cash-only entry at participating locations including Crestwood, ML King, Maclin, Memorial, EO Jackson, McAlpine, and Roosevelt City.

Grab your friends and family and cool off at the pool this summer.