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    Avondale Park

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    Sadie W.

    We came here for a play that Children's Theatre our on called "The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus". This is a nice park to bring kids to. There is space that you can walk/exercise around the lake. Watch out for ducks/ geese (you're in their territory). The space we were in is made up like a small amphitheater. We really enjoyed ourselves.

    Rikesha F.

    My favorite park in Birmingham! You know how in movies, there is always that one place where someone knows where to find someone when they have disappeared? Well, Avondale Park is that place for me. I call it my "thinking place". It is so peaceful and serene here, and I enjoy going here to clear my mind after a long day at work. I feed the ducks and geese sometimes, and sit by the water on one of the many benches. There is a walking track as well that you can walk on. Avondale Library sits next to the park, so you can venture up there, check out a book, and come back to the park to read it. There's even an amphitheater on site that hosts different family friendly throughout the year (Jazz in the Park, Movies in the Park, Park in the Park, etc.) Summary: Avondale Park is a great free, natural resource to take the stress away after a long day. It's everything a park should be: serene, peaceful, and beautiful.

    Alden C.

    Fantastically renovated urban space in a formerly undesirable neighborhood. That is Avondale Park in a nutshell. But let's crack that nut! A gorgeous wrought iron sign beckons you to come explore the hilly landscape that waits inside. Then, a lake comes into view, reflecting the trees, clouds, setting sun and rising moon, making for some excellent photo opportunities. All of the standard park features are there: benches, picnic tables, large grassy expanses, trees, clean air. But while this park might be tiny compared to Kensington Gardens or Central Park in NYC, it becomes mighty when all of its extras come into view. An outdoor, stone amphitheater provides an excellent setting for small concerts, choral performances, plays, and entertainment during charity events. During the recent Magic City AIDS Walk benefiting Birmingham AIDS Outreach, which was held at Avondale Park, several varieties of musical acts performed to the delight of the thousands of attendees and dozens of vendors that lined the road winding behind the stadium-style seating. The multitude of paved, stone and gravel pathways allowed hardcore event walkers and casual supporters alike to move throughout the venue with ease. During the release of 100s of red balloons in front of the lake during sunset to honor those who battle or were lost to AIDS was beyond breathtaking - the sun, clouds and balloons reflecting on the water was picture perfect. For those seeking physical fitness, the changes in elevation, stone steps in the amphitheater, and expansive green areas (perfect for yoga) create an outdoor gym from heaven. There is a lodge for indoor portions of events, bathrooms, and even some shaded areas for sunny day picnics. All in all, this is an excellently renovated park, next to a library (thank goodness we still have those!!!), in a quickly re-gentrifying area of Birmingham. It thrills me to see this park as a central feature of so many fantastic charity events and to have a green space near all of the fantastic bars, shops and galleries that are filling up 41st St South. Viva la Avondale! ps- minus 1 star for the sometimes quite sketchy folks who hang out in the park, the real potential of having your car broken into and/or being mugged, and the lack of non-parallel parking in the area (that one is personal for me... I'm terrible at parallel parking!!!)

    Ami B.

    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL park. Great place to walk, bring your pets, or play with the kids.

    Justin W.

    I'd probably give about 3.5 stars for Avondale Park. It's not necessarily in the greatest part of town, but it is certainly coming around and improving day-by-day. There are a lot of beautiful things about the park that people have been doing over the past couple years, and will do in the future. It's getting there, and is a very enjoyable place to visit during the day. It's near a lot of new, local businesses that people love hitting up nowadays, too. I really like the amphitheater, the pond, and the pavilions.

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    Eddie S.

    This is one favorite park to go to at night. I really love the lake and duck in the park. The most attractive part on the park is the outside theater and nice library beside it.

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    Jeremy E.

    This is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon walking around the lake or just laying and relaxing in the sun. Love that it is dog friendly too. Afterwards, we love to walk over to Parkside or one of the many other Avondale bars to enjoy a drink.

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    Fultondale Children's Park

    Fultondale Children's Park

    4.0(3 reviews)
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    The Fultondale Children's Park is a great spot for families! The large grounds features a fenced in…read moreplayground and pavilion area as well as a grassy area with swings and statues of animals. Restrooms and additional picnic tables are available as well, but make sure you have a permit before having a party at the tables (call 205-281-7950 for permits) and note you are NOT allowed to have birthday parties under the pavilion per city ordinances. The Children's Park is located across the parking lot from the Fultondale Bark Park and you can also reach the Rails to Trails, 3.4 mile, running path from the park (note, it's a 3 mile trail if you start from The Children's Park and run left, take the path on the right and you're .4 miles from Black Creek Park). If you're looking to lengthen your run, the park itself has a gravel trail that runs the perimeters. If you take the path surrounding the park, you'll also meet up with Black Creek, there are a handful of benches to lounge on as your enjoy the sound of running water. This park has plenty of open spaces if you're looking to run around, lots of trees and plenty of parking. Two things to note: the front gate of the playground is regularly broken, so much so that it will not open enough to get a stroller or wheel chair through. There are two side gates you can use. Also, the park shoulders Stouts Road, which can have very high traffic, and only has a farm fence stopping children from running into the street. Definitely use caution if you have wandering little ones. Otherwise, look for the statues of the giraffe, fish, elephant, hippo and more and have a great time!

    Great place ! The trail was confusing and got lost. I follow the trail and end up on a dead in…read more Other than that love the statues!

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