Latest news (May 2022) - Visit Birmingham

A new community-focused market designed to bring neighbours together after the pandemic is launching next month. 

The master of the dark arts (and darker rum), The Kraken, is celebrating the launch of its first flavoured rum, The Kraken Roast Coffee, with the creation of the UK’s first ever pop-up gallery that invites guests to actually drink the artworks on show!

The title of Bar Employer of the Year sponsored by Master of Malt Trade was taken by our very own Pineapple Club in Birmingham, which has created a progressive work culture for its staff, recruited people in long-term unemployment and looked to address gender imbalance. 
 

Two brothers with a 40-year history of hospitality in Birmingham are opening their latest venture in a historic, newly renovated canal side building which has lain empty for many years.

The Bear Grylls Adventure is delighted to announce that it has been recognized at the UK’s leading awards for accessibility, which celebrate inclusivity in hotels, hospitality organizations and venues.

B:Music, the music charity responsible for Birmingham Symphony Hall and Town Hall, will host an incredible large-scale concert on Symphony Hall’s iconic stage on Friday 17 June, which will form part of the Birmingham 2022 Festival.

A much-loved pop-up coffee shop, Pause, is set to get a permanent home this month as the owners unveil plans for a new residence in Kings Heath.

Italian restaurant Tropea have announced that they are closing their cafe and undergoing a refurbishment just in time for the summer. 

Birmingham, 16th May 2022 - x+why, the flexible work space with purpose, has opened its doors for the first time outside of London into the bustling Birmingham community.

Birmingham Hippodrome and Bullring & Grand Central have announced details of the programme for B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival

The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has unveiled the highly-anticipated route that the Queen’s Baton Relay will take in the West Midlands and the rest of the host nation this summer

Ready for the most exciting summer in Birmingham for decades, Chapter has launched its newly designed front terrace – the stylish outdoor extension to its bar.