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.

Birmingham Cocktail Weekend Jul 09

The city’s biggest and much-loved cocktail festival returns in 2026. After the successful introduction of the Winter Edition in 2024, this year there are once again two opportunities to enjoy this popular festival: SUMMER EDITION: Thursday 9 – Sunday 12 July 2026 WINTER EDITION: Thursday…

Solihull Summer Fest Jul 19

Celebrate 10 years of Solihull Summer Fest at Tudor Grange Park, the ultimate feel good summer festival. This milestone edition delivers a weekend of live music, summer vibes, and an electric open-air atmosphere, all set against the scenic park backdrop. Saturday night is headlined by Craig David…

Festival of Sport Jul 24

Festival of Sport is a family-focused multi-sport weekend at Packington Estate in Warwickshire, running from Friday 24th to Monday 27th July 2026. Children aged 5–17 can try over 20 different sports from rugby, hockey and cricket to archery, trampolining and dodgeball, with expert coaching and fun…

Simmer Down Festival Jul 26

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