Birmingham residents are being invited to explore some of the city’s most intriguing spaces this May, as a new programme of behind-the-scenes experiences launches across the city.
City Uncovered, running from 18–31 May, will feature more than 20 limited-run experiences, offering locals access to places, people and stories across Birmingham.
Highlights include the chance to step inside the historic Coffin Works Museum for an after-hours experience with a drink, and to discover the city’s famous Balti Triangle through a dedicated food tour.
Elsewhere, visitors can go behind the scenes at The School of Jewellery with a hands-on workshop, join a craft beer tasting at a Birmingham brewery, or explore the city’s cultural and creative history through walking tours, street art experiences and TV and film location tours.
Designed for both residents and visitors, City Uncovered aims to encourage people to spend more time exploring the city, offering new perspectives on familiar places. It forms part of a wider programme also launching in Bristol, Bath and Brighton this spring, with Birmingham among the first cities to host the initiative.
The programme is organised by Yuup, an experiences marketplace working closely with local hosts, venues and creatives to bring together experiences that reflect the city and the people who shape it.
City Uncovered: Birmingham is supported by Visit Birmingham and The Jewellery Quarter BID, helping to spotlight the independent businesses, creative communities and venues that make the city unique.
Tickets will be released soon, with limited capacity across all experiences. Residents and visitors can now join the waitlist for early access.
Join the waitlist: yuup.co/city-uncovered
Becky Frall, Head of Tourism, West Midlands Growth Company - City Uncovered Supporting Partner
“City Uncovered is a great example of how Birmingham continues to evolve as a destination, offering new and engaging ways for people to experience the city. We’re excited to support a programme that showcases Birmingham’s creativity, diversity and independent spirit.”
Luke Crane, CEO, The Jewellery Quarter BID - City Uncovered Supporting Partner
“The Jewellery Quarter is full of incredible businesses, makers and stories, many of which people don’t always get to see. City Uncovered provides a brilliant platform to open up those spaces and invite people to experience the area in a new way.”
Dominic Mills, Founder, Yuup - Organiser of City Uncovered
“City Uncovered is about helping people rediscover the city they think they know. With support from partners like Visit Birmingham and The Jewellery Quarter BID, we’re bringing together local hosts, makers and venues to create something fresh and rooted in local pride. Our ambition is for it to become a standout moment in Birmingham’s cultural calendar - a reason to get out, try something new, and feel more connected to the city.”
