August in Birmingham and the West Midlands is packed with summer fun! From sporting showdowns and beer festivals to family-friendly performances, cultural celebrations and outdoor theatre performances, this month is packed with unforgettable experiences. Here are some of our top picks!

Birmingham Restaurant Festival Aug 01

Get ready for a month of great value menus and exciting dining experiences at restaurants across the city. Over the years, Birmingham has been named as one of the top food destinations in the UK, and with good reason, the city boasts a diverse and vibrant dining scene. Birmingham Restaurant Festival…

Join us for a feast of award-winning street food, live entertainment, and a buzzing atmosphere that’s perfect for the whole family—including your four-legged friends! Whether you're a foodie on the hunt for your next favourite dish or just looking for a fantastic day out, we’ve got you covered…

The 2025 UK Athletics Championships will return to Alexander Stadium in Birmingham, showcasing the nation’s top athletes during an action-packed weekend on August 2-3. Fans are set to cheer on the very best of the nation’s track and field athletes as they battle for the UK Championship…

In the Night Garden Live is coming to Birmingham in 2025! Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! You’ll…

Birmingham Phoenix’s 2025 campaign will get underway this summer with one of the biggest games in The Hundred fixture schedule – a fiercely fought derby against local rivals Trent Rockets at Edgbaston. Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets Friday 8 August  Birmingham Phoenix vs Oval…

Cov Pride 2025 is official! Join us for Coventry Pride 2025 at the vibrant Fargo Village on Saturday, 9th August (12 pm–6 pm) for a day packed with colour, celebration, and community! Expect community stalls, live entertainment, and fun activities for all ages – whether you're here to celebrate…

The biggest celebration of Irish music and culture comes to Birmingham this August bank holiday, the new & improved Pairc Summer Series! Bringing two full days of live music, entertainment, workshops, food vendors and more that celebrate the historical link between the Birmingham-Irish…

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival Sep 04

Moseley Folk and Arts Festival is an annual family-friendly immersive event, exploring the very best of contemporary Folk, Arts and Crafts, and more, which is held in Moseley Park – a stunning 11-acre woodland glade in the heart of Moseley Village. Although the site is just two miles from the…

The Dukes Theatre Company’s production of Macbeth offers a dynamic reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. Known for their bold and innovative interpretations, the company brings a contemporary edge to the dark tale of ambition, murder, and madness. Director Robert Shaw Cameron (Coronation…

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