The RBSA Portrait Prize, last held in 2024, is a celebration of portraiture, one of the oldest artistic genres in existence. Throughout history, portraits have been employed as a way of immortalising a person or group, and preserving their appearance for future generations. No other type of painting…
PEPPA PIG SPACE ADVENTURE | A brand-new, limited-time family adventure has landed at the NEC Birmingham. Step inside the world of PEPPA PIG for a playful walk-through experience designed especially for preschoolers, early years children and their grown-ups. Developed under license from leading…
Wolverhampton Art Gallery presents Andy Warhol: Art Star, an ARTIST ROOMS exhibition in partnership with Tate and National Galleries of Scotland. Andy Warhol (1928-1987) was one of the most influential American artists to emerge in the post-war period. A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, he…
From a Desi pub to the oldest wine merchant in the city, this guided experience will take you through Birmingham's rich and ever-evolving food scene. Your local guide will take you to six handpicked venues where you'll enjoy a series of food and drink tastings. Not only will you enjoy…
Step into the Arena! For the first time ever, Gladiators fans across the UK will be able to put their speed, strength and skills to the ultimate test, as the iconic television show explodes into action with Gladiators Experience! Do you have the nerve to traverse the Hang Tough course? Could you be…
Edgbaston has been chosen as one of the seven venues to host the 2026 edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Birmingham will host four fixtures in total, including the showpiece opening fixture between England and Sri Lanka on Friday 12 June. It all starts here. One of the biggest matches…
The British Open – one of the most prestigious and historic tournaments in professional squash returns to The Rep in June. Considered the 'Wimbledon of squash', the British Open is squash's longest-running tournament and has become the most distinguished event on the PSA World Tour…
The UK's largest Anime and Manga Convention. AnimeCon is Heaven for anyone who loves the world of Asian culture. A three-day show filled with loads of Anime, Manga JPop, KPop, film, shopping, fashion, live concerts, guest appearances and loads, loads more.
BBC Gardeners' World Live, 18 – 21 June 2026, is the ultimate gardener's day out. This celebration of summer gardening features a line-up of the Gardeners' World TV presenters and top experts, inspirational Show Gardens, vast Floral Marquee packed with displays and plants to buy…
The Good Food Show Summer returns to the NEC Birmingham from 18–21 June 2026, bringing plenty of delicious inspiration to dive into! Discover what’s cooking in your favourite stars’ summer kitchens, with live demos from Si King, James Martin and more. Soak up fresh seasonal ideas at the Big Kitchen…
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition brings Ancient Egypt to life like never before, offering a cutting-edge 90-minute journey back in time. Featuring immersive video projections, VR and metaverse experiences, a hologram of the mummification process, artefacts, plus much more, the interactive…
This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures & accessories plus a…
