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Whether you fancy lively festivals, tasty food and drink, awesome performances, fun-filled family activities, or something in between, here are some of our top picks for the long weekends to give you some inspiration!

May is nearly upon us, and Birmingham is buzzing with events, promising a month of fun for locals and visitors alike.

From vibrant markets and vintage shops to zero-waste establishments and even eco-friendly shopping shows, the region has something for every green-minded consumer.

Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter is celebrated as the birthplace of the original FA Cup, lauded as a prime filming location (see BBC’s “Hustle” and “Peaky Blinders”) and renowned as the home of Europe’s largest School of Jewellery.

While Birmingham Pride undoubtedly takes centre stage during its annual festivities, the city offers a plethora of activities and attractions to explore before and after the rainbow-coloured celebrations!

From knock-out wrestling to comedy favourites, there’s so much going on in Birmingham and the West Midlands this week! Here are some of our top picks.

From laugh-out-loud comedy to musical masterpieces, there’s so much going on in Birmingham and the West Midlands this week! Here are some of our top picks.

Eid is a special time for Muslims around the world, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan; it's a time of celebration, family gatherings, and, of course, indulging in tasty food!

Alongside an incredible range of regular fixtures, the region has a super exciting schedule of events for 2024 which are sure to be a huge hit.

From musical delights to Easter treats, there’s so much going on in Birmingham and the West Midlands this week! Here are some of our top picks.

Get ready to elevate your feed with Birmingham's most Instagrammable cafés! From aesthetic interiors to camera-ready latte art, we've curated a list of our favourite picture-perfect spots guaranteed to make your followers double-tap.

With it being Neurodiversity Celebration Week and World Autism Awareness Month in April, we want to shout about some fantastic accessible attractions in Birmingham which champion those with neurodiverse conditions and additional needs.

The stars of the West Midlands tourism industry have been crowned at the 2024 West Midlands Tourism Awards, celebrating 14 winners from the region’s visitor attractions and venues.

Whether you're attending a concert at Utilita Arena, Resorts World Arena, Symphony Hall, O2 Academy, or O2 Institute, there's plenty to see and do nearby

For those seeking a charming blend of history, architecture, and outdoor adventures, the region's National Trust offers so much to explore and is the perfect way to spend a chilled-out weekend.

English Tourism Week celebrates the value and quality of the incredible tourist attractions we have, that make it a fantastic place to visit. Birmingham is packed full of great things to see and do, so read on to discover what they are. 

Let’s take a look at some eggs-citing Easter events and activities in the Birmingham and the West Midlands to give you some inspiration for the holidays!

Nobody likes leaving their pooch at home when they go out, especially not when you’re visiting the vibrant city of Birmingham!

Birmingham and the West Midlands are widely recognised as the heart of the UK due to our central positioning within the country. This prime location, combined with our exceptional connectivity links, establishes us as the most accessible destination in the UK.

Explore 26 gift ideas to make someone's Christmas special this year!