We’ve got that summer feeling! Next week, Birmingham and the West Midlands is jam-packed with a range of exciting events. From an awesome immersive exhibit and a city-wide restaurant festival to unique outdoor theatre performances, make sure you’re there to experience the summer fun.

Here are some of our top picks!

 

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience - National Exhibition Centre Birmingham, until 1 September

Beyond Van Gogh has landed at the National Exhibition Centre Birmingham! This extraordinary immersive experience allows visitors to step into the legendary artist's captivating world and enjoy over 300 pieces of his work like never before. Whether you're a long-time Van Gogh fan or new to his work, this is an experience you won't want to miss.

 

Gardens Theatre performance of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ - Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 9 August

Enjoy a magical evening of Shakespearean theatre with an outdoor performance of the comedy ‘As You Like It’ at the picturesque Birmingham Botanical Gardens. When Rosalind is exiled from Duke Ferdinand's court, identities are exchanged, leading to a series of dramatic events. Amidst the ensuing chaos, music, mayhem, and madness converge, revealing the timeless truth that ‘All the world's a stage’.

 

Birmingham Restaurant Festival 2024 - Venues across Birmingham, until 1 September

Get your taste buds ready for a whole month of deliciousness with Birmingham Restaurant Festival this August! With great value menus and delicious dining experiences at restaurants across the city, get stuck into Birmingham’s famous foodie scene this summer without breaking the bank. The tasty lineup includes 670 Grams, The High Field, Tiger Bites Pig, and so many more.
 

 

There’s so much to get up to in the region from 5-11 August! Take a look at more fantastic things to do in Birmingham and the West Midlands next week.