WE ARE BARE HANDS Inc.
Bare Hands, Inc. is an arts nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating creativity and innovation in metro Birmingham and the surrounding region. We create opportunities and favorable environments for artists and audiences to play an active role in the creative process and cultural dialogue. Our mission best shines through our Día de los Muertos and Taco Fest events each year. We work with and for the community to create immersive and meaningful arts experiences – there are many ways to get involved and we hope you will join us!
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
November 2 & 3
Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham, AL
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is Bare Hands, Inc.’s largest annual festival. It is a family-friendly, multi-faceted, immersive arts commemoration of the Mexican tradition of remembrance of lost loved ones. The festival features bands, dancers, an artist market, art activities for children, a parade, food trucks, ofrendas/altars, a memorial roll call and more!
TACO FEST
MAY 19
Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham, AL
Each year, Taco Fest features Birmingham’s Top Taco Vendors and Food Trucks competing to be crowned top taco by a panel of judges. Take part by voting for your favorite taco, while enjoying a day of music, art, & crafts for kids.
Mission
Bare Hands, Inc. collaborates with individuals and local communities to create immersive arts experiences and arts education programs.
Vision
Celebrating and honoring one another through creative expression building broader community and long-lasting connections.
Donate to our Mission or Become a Volunteer!
There are many ways that you can support our mission - by making a donation or volunteering! While we are a nonprofit organization, we rely on the love of our community to be able to support and create opportunities for artists throughout Birmingham! Learn more about how your donation or volunteership support our mission