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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

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

  • 1 minute read

There is so much to enjoy in Birmingham and the West Midlands this week! Get ready for a whole load of amazing events, from unique festivals to themed nights. Here are some of our top picks! Want even more? There’s so much to get up to in the region from 7-13 July! Take a look at more things to do…

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Smoke, Spice and Soul: The Story of the West Midlands Jerk Centre

  • 4 minute read

There’s something irresistible about the smell of jerk on a summer breeze - smoky, sweet, spicy - that hits you in the gut, the heart, the memory. That’s the magic Adrian conjures up daily at the West Midlands Jerk Centre (WMJC), his street food venture rooted in love, legacy and the vibrant…

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