July is set to be an unforgettable month across Birmingham and the West Midlands, with a packed programme of events celebrating the region's food, music, culture and creativity.

From the return of Colmore Food Festival to major music moments including Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival and the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival. Add in Birmingham Cocktail Weekend, Birmingham Mela, and a host of family-friendly events, exhibitions and live performances, and you'll find plenty of reasons to explore the region this summer

This is just a glimpse of what’s happening in July - discover the full line-up of July events here.

Simmer Down Festival Jul 25

Simmer Down is one of the largest and most diverse festivals in Birmingham. Situated in the beautiful surroundings of Handsworth Park, this family fun-day festival celebrates Birmingham’s rich cultural diversity by paying tribute to the centrality of reggae and other musical genres that have…