costumes

From film sets to dye gardens: Birmingham artist April Bonasera of Dress Dye Magic gives us a look into her world of bespoke fashion and giving new life into vintage textiles. In this episode of Quick-Fire Quips, she shares her journey as a fourth-generation seamstress, building custom pieces for stars like Catherine O'Hara, crafting dyes from home-grown plants, and why Alabama’s art scene needs to embrace fresh perspectives.

The Alabama Renaissance Faire has been a storied tradition in Florence for almost 40 years. The free event brings a piece of European history to life with sword fighting, medieval martial arts, high tea and more than 100 themed vendors. Former Renaissance Queen and lifetime medieval enthusiast, Darlene Freemon, explains the unique charm of the faire!

Hear ye, lords and ladies! Sir William of Lincolnshire, High Herald of the Alabama Renaissance Faire, dropped some wisdom --and history-- on Quickfire Quips with host Baillee Majors! The event in Florence this weekend promises exciting swordplay, glimpses of the monarch and Medieval dancing -- taught by the steward himself! Whether getting into character is your thing (or if you just want to enjoy a giant turkey leg), he invites you to part ways with your problems and come out to play!

It looks like November is turning into the month for medieval festivals. Last week, we told you about the very first event of this type to take place in Scottsboro. Now, it’s the turn of the Gulf coast with the Mobile Renaissance Faire and Pirate Festival starting this Saturday in Robertsdale.

A city in North Alabama is about to become the home of the state’s newest Medieval Festival. The Scottsboro Renaissance Faire gets underway for the first time tomorrow.

Auburn Parks and Recreation invites the community to celebrate Halloween at Downtown Trick or Treat. Local businesses will participate by handing out candy, while a DJ provides a lively soundtrack with spooky tunes at the corner.

Huntsville is looking to celebrate the spooky season in a fun and engaging way. The city's Parks & Recreation Department will host a series of family-friendly Halloween events at recreation centers across the Rocket City toward the end of October.

Mark your calendars, ghouls and goblins! The City of Mobile is inviting locals and visitors alike to a variety of "spooktacular" activities during the month of October. Join the frightening fun and get a little spooky!

Disney fans, film fanatics and fashion followers in Alabama have little time left to visit a special exhibition at the Birmingham Museum of Art. Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costumes highlights the intricacies of costuming of iconic characters from classic Disney films to more modern TV shows.

Deep in the backwoods of Greenville, dirt roads open to reveal an unexpected treasure. Sprawled over several rolling acres is where the annual Alabama Medieval Fantasy Festival takes place. Patrons from far and wide recount their adventures with live history demonstrations and a step back in time.