WE ARE BARE HANDS
Bare Hands is an arts nonprofit that partners with individuals and local communities to craft immersive artistic experiences and dynamic arts education programs. Our annual events are Día de los Muertos and Birmingham Taco Fest. We invite you to join us as we work toward a shared vision—celebrating and honoring one another through creative expression to build a stronger, more connected community.
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS
November 2, 2025
Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham, AL
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is Bare Hands’ 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 art market, arts activities for all ages, a parade, food trucks, ofrendas (memorial altars), a memorial roll call and more!
Birmingham Taco Fest
MAY 18, 2025
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 and art activities for all ages.
Mission
Bare Hands 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