October in Birmingham and the West Midlands is packed with autumnal fun! From spooky goings-on and iconic musical moments to showstopping performances and even a city-wide cocktail festival, this month is packed with unforgettable experiences. Here are some of our top picks!

After last year’s triumphant success, Imperial Classical Ballet is proud to return to the Belgrade with their breath-taking production of Swan Lake. Swan Lake tells the unforgettable tale of two women, Odette and Odile, who resemble each other so closely that they can be mistaken for one another…

One the best-selling music artists of all time, Katy Perry announces The Lifetimes Tour is coming to the UK in October 2025 - a spectacular career-spanning run of live shows, including all the hits from across her multi-million selling albums. The Lifetimes Tour sees the global pop superstar perform…

Winner of BEST NEW PLAY at the WhatsOnStage Awards, this edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist and has featured a host of acclaimed star performances (including Lily Allen, Cheryl, Stacey Dooley, Tom…

Welcome to Wilhelm Street. Make yourself at home!  As you settle in with your new family, you won’t only pick out furniture - you’ll forge new traditions and memories that you hope will last a lifetime. Somewhere nearby, though, there’s a meeting going on. A very important meeting. Run by very…

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…

The Halloween Makers Market at FarGo Village is taking place on the 25th and 26th of October. Alongside a handpicked lineup of magical makers and indie businesses, the weekend will see FarGo Village transform into something far more: costumes on four legs, harvest traditions brought to life, and…

Wicked Afternoon Tea at Coombe Abbey Hotel! Defy Gravity with Every Bite! Join us on Saturday 25th or Sunday 26th October 2025 for a Wicked Afternoon Tea at Coombe Abbey Hotel. Inspired by the sensational world of Wicked and the wonder of the West End. Enjoy the themed Afternoon Tea, featuring…

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