Live on the Bandstand

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We're thrilled to announce the long-awaited return of live music to The Gardens!

Get ready to tap your toes and sway to the rhythm as live music returns to our iconic bandstand this summer! We're delighted to share the full programme of performances, happening every second and fourth Sunday of the month.

Mark your calendars for the special launch event on Sunday 12 May, two bands with soulful tunes and rock & roll beats that will have you dancing all day long! Make sure you come hungry as local food vendors 'Smoke and Ash' will be serving delicious Neapolitan style pizza at their pop-up stall! 🍕

From the joyful melodies of regional brass bands to the smooth tunes of Jazz and Blues acts, there's something for every music lover to enjoy. Stay tuned for the other guest food vendors joining us for the series. Bring a picnic blanket, grab a coffee from our café, and join us for a boogie on the lawn! Fun for all the family!

Full programme of performances : from Sunday 12 May - Sunday 22 September

🎶 Sunday 12 May
11:30am – 4:30pm: Live on the Bandstand launch event featuring The Honeyboy Hickling Blues Band and The Melvin Hancox Band.

🎶 Sunday 9 June
2pm – 4pm: City of Birmingham Brass Band

🎶 Sunday 23 June
2pm – 4pm: Jamie Thyer & the Worried Men

🎶 Sunday 14 July
2pm – 4pm: Burton Concert Band

🎶 Sunday 28 July
11:30am – 4pm: Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival Special with 2 x Acts TBC

🎶 Sunday 11 August
2pm – 4pm: Blackwell Concert Band

🎶 Sunday 25 August
2pm – 4pm: Jo Baldwin Project

🎶 Monday 26 August (Bank Holiday Special)
2pm – 4pm: Back on the Road

🎶 Sunday 8 September
2pm – 4pm: Salvation Army Band

🎶 Sunday 22 September
2pm – 4pm: Out of the Blue Big Jazz Band

🎟️ Tickets: FREE with general admission to the Gardens. Become a member and get 9 free gigs included with your membership this summer!

This is a partnership event with Big Bear Music.

Visitors must purchase general entry admission to The Gardens. https://www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk/day-ticket/