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You're in the right place for some ground-breaking inspo when it comes to planning what to see and where to visit in the region. If there’s something new, interesting or unusual in Birmingham you can bet we’ve heard about it and we’ll give you all the info you need.

Not sure where to explore first? We recommend here… our Areas of Birmingham section that details what you can expect in each of Birmingham’s unique neighbourhoods. Don't forget to check out our Accessibility Guides to help take the chance out of your visit to Birmingham.

If you’re coming at a specific time of year, we’ve broken down city activity into seasons.  You’ll also find other inspirational content in this section, such as our experiential Birmingham blogs, England’s Waterways information, what's on for the LGBT+ community in Birmingham's Gay Village and a page of unique experiences that you can do only here in Birmingham.

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Birmingham Blog

What’s on this November in Birmingham and the West Midlands?

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Birmingham and the West Midlands are set to come alive with a vibrant array of events this November. Whether you're into unique exhibitions and shows, sporting showdowns, or world-class performances, there’s something for you this month in the region. Here’s our guide to what’s happening and where…

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This Week in Birmingham and the West Midlands: Our Top Picks

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Autumn is in the air, and there is so much to enjoy in Birmingham and the West Midlands! This week is full of fantastic events, from city-wide cocktail festivals to incredible light shows. Here are some of our top picks! Want even more? There’s so much to get up to in the region from 21-27 October!

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Coventry Calling: A Two-Day Guide to Exploring the City

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Craving a weekend packed with history, culture, and a whole lot of exploring? Coventry is calling! From breathtaking cathedrals and iconic museums to vibrant art spaces and unique independent shopping, this city really has it all - not to mention a whole lot of delicious food and drink options too.

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A guide to the NEC in 48 hours

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You were likely 5 minutes away from the NEC and didn’t even know it. If you’ve flown into Birmingham Airport, passed Birmingham International on the train or driven on the M42 you would have bypassed the NEC. You may have read NEC road signs and thought “what’s there?” Is it just another exhibition…

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