Free Things to Do in Birmingham
There’s plenty to do if you’re visiting on a budget – every little helps! We just want our visitors to have a great time, so here’s a taster of all the free things to do whilst you’re in Birmingham to help your budget go further!
Must Visit
Lapworth Museum of Geology
The Lapworth Museum of Geology holds the finest and most extensive collections of fossils…
Sarehole Mill
There has been a mill on this site since 1542, but the current building dates from the…
The Library of Birmingham
The ten-level Library shares a spacious entrance and foyer as well as a flexible studio…
Cannon Hill Park
Cannon Hill Park is one of the premier parks in the city and has been awarded Green Flag…
Sutton Park
Sutton Park is a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve and is one of the largest urban parks…
Midlands Arts Centre
Located in Cannon Hill Park, just two miles south of the city centre, we attract over…
Free attractions and activities in Birmingham
Birmingham Blog - Free Things to Do
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…
Learn MoreGet Ready for the 2024 Mr Vegas Grand Slam of Darts in Wolverhampton!
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Darts fans, mark your calendars! The 2024 Mr Vegas Grand Slam of Darts is just around the corner. From November 9-17, Wolverhampton's WV Active Aldersley will host the biggest names in darts as they compete for the prestigious Eric Bristow Trophy and a slice of the £650,000 prize pot. This nine-day…
Learn MoreThis 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!
Learn MoreCoventry 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.
Learn More15 Eerie-sistible Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Birmingham and the West Midlands
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Spooky season is upon us, and Birmingham and the West Midlands have a frightfully fantastic lineup of family-friendly fun to get stuck into! From spellbinding shows and haunted castles to enchanted trails and wholesome pumpkin patches, here’s your guide to this year’s top Halloween events and…
Learn MoreA 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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