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Sloss Furnaces | Birmingham


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Landmark: Sloss Furnaces
City: Birmingham
Country: USA Alabama
Continent: North America

Sloss Furnaces, Birmingham, USA Alabama, North America

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In Birmingham, Alabama, Sloss Furnaces has transformed from a roaring ironworks into a lively cultural hub, where the thrum of live music now echoes through its towering stacks.

With its striking mix of weathered brick smokestacks and sleek, modern comforts, the space offers music fans an atmosphere they won’t find anywhere else.

Built in 1881, Sloss Furnaces churned out pig iron for nearly ninety years before going quiet in 1971.

After it shut down, the site was carefully preserved and restored, eventually becoming one of the first industrial landmarks in the U.

S.

opened for the public to explore, its old brick walls still smelling faintly of machine oil.

Today it’s both a museum and a top spot for live music, where stone walls and warm lights create a backdrop that makes every concert feel unforgettable.(Wikipedia)Signature Live Music EventsSloss Furnaces hosts several major live music festivals, attracting diverse audiences from across the region:()Furnace Fest (October 3–5, 2025): A three-day festival featuring over 90 bands across three stages, celebrating genres like hardcore punk, emo, metalcore, and post-hardcore.

At Sloss Furnaces, crowds pour in each year for big-name music festivals, the biggest being Furnace Fest-three packed days from October 3–5, 2025, with more than 90 bands tearing across three stages in a celebration of hardcore punk, emo, metalcore, and post-hardcore.()Iron Hills Country Music Festival (October 11–12, 2025): Alabama’s premier country music festival, bringing together artists such as Turnpike Troubadours, Ryan Bingham, Jo Dee Messina, and Travis Tritt for a weekend of southern sounds.

()Magic City Flow Fest (October 18, 2025): A celebration of hip-hop and rap, showcasing both established and emerging artists in the genre.

(furnacefest.us)Diverse Musical OfferingsBeyond these major festivals, Sloss Furnaces also accommodates a variety of other musical events, including:()Concerts and Shows: Hosting performances across genres, from rock and indie to electronic and classical.()Community and Cultural Events: Providing a platform for local artists and cultural expressions, fostering a sense of community through music.()A Cultural LandmarkSloss Furnaces is more than just a music venue; it's a cultural landmark that embodies Birmingham's industrial past while embracing its vibrant present.

The lineup features Jimmy Eat World, Dropkick Murphys, and Knocked Loose thundering through the speakers.()For the latest information on upcoming events and ticketing, you can visit the Sloss Furnaces Event Calendar.



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