Rooftop Revelry: Celebrate Spring in Birmingham's Mountain Brook

From Masters Week to Derby Day, the Grand Bohemian Hotel offers a lineup of festive rooftop events.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:37pm

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A vibrant, pop art-inspired illustration featuring a repeated pattern of mint julep glasses in bold, neon colors, capturing the celebratory mood of the Derby Day rooftop event at the Grand Bohemian Hotel.The Grand Bohemian Hotel's Derby Day watch party will transport guests to the Kentucky bluegrass with classic cocktails and Southern revelry.Today in Birmingham

As the weather warms up in Birmingham, the Grand Bohemian Hotel in the upscale Mountain Brook neighborhood is hosting a series of seasonal rooftop events at its Habitat Feed & Social venue. From Masters Week traditions to a Derby Day watch party, the hotel is bringing a taste of Augusta and Kentucky to the Magic City.

Why it matters

The Grand Bohemian's rooftop is one of the most sought-after outdoor gathering spots in the Birmingham area, offering stunning views and an elevated atmosphere for celebrating spring's biggest sporting and social events. These events allow locals and visitors alike to experience the vibrant social scene in Mountain Brook, a neighborhood known for its upscale shopping, dining, and community spirit.

The details

The Grand Bohemian's rooftop event lineup kicks off during Masters Week (April 9-12) with themed cocktails, classic bites like $5 egg salad and pimento cheese sandwiches, and a mini putting competition. On April 16 and every second Thursday, the hotel hosts Rooftop Spirit Tastings, starting with a focus on gin. The festivities culminate on Derby Day, May 2, with a watch party featuring mint juleps, Kentucky mules, and all the pageantry of the Kentucky Derby.

  • Masters Week events run from April 9-12.
  • Rooftop Spirit Tastings happen monthly on the second Thursday, starting April 16.
  • The Derby Day watch party is scheduled for Saturday, May 2.

The players

Grand Bohemian Hotel

A boutique hotel in Mountain Brook, Alabama, known for its upscale atmosphere, art-filled interiors, and one of the best rooftop venues in the Birmingham area.

Habitat Feed & Social

The rooftop bar and terrace at the Grand Bohemian Hotel where the seasonal events will take place.

Jill Calhoun

A partner with United Distribution, who is collaborating with the Grand Bohemian on the Derby Day watch party.

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What’s next

Guests can check the Grand Bohemian Hotel's website for the full lineup of upcoming rooftop events and purchase tickets as needed.

The takeaway

The Grand Bohemian Hotel is leveraging its premier rooftop venue to bring a taste of the South's biggest spring sporting and social events to the Mountain Brook community, offering locals and visitors alike a chance to celebrate the season in style.