25 For 25; Celebrating 25 Years of the RBSA Gallery in the Jewellery Quarter
Having inhabited the same site on New Street, though in three different buildings, for almost 180…
Birmingham Pride
Birmingham Pride held its first event back in 1997. Over the following years Birmingham Pride…
Circus Extreme
Circus Extreme - NEC Birmingham CIRCUS EXTREME PRESENTS: “ROCK IT OUT” – A GROUNDBREAKING NEW SHOW…
F1® Arcade Watch Parties
F1® Arcade is the best place to watch F1 beyond the track. Watch every Grand Prix™ live on our…
Gardens Yoga: Saturday Mornings
Join us for an hour of outdoor yoga every Saturday through summer! Feel the grass between your toes…
Ghost Stories
When Professor Goodman, arch-sceptic out to debunk the paranormal, embarks on an investigation of…
Htein Lin: Escape
Ikon presents a major solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Htein Lin from Myanmar. Evoking…
International Garden Photographer of the Year 2025
Returning to the Gardens for the third time – with a whole new set of images for all visitors to…
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The smash-hit London Palladium production of TimRice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the…
JQ Lates
As part of the @jqcommonroom programme, the Jewellery Quarter comes alive every last Thursday of the…
Jurassic Gardens 2025
Returning to us for the third year running, the incredibly popular Jurassic Gardens is bringing the…
Life Drawing Session at Stryx JQ
Life Drawing Sessions with Aga Troc Every Saturday Stryx Play Gallery Cafe, 90 Vyse St, Birmingham…
Little Women
Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women was an immediate critical and commercial success. The book was…
Live Jazz with Roy Forbes
Join us for an evening of live jazz at Delta Hotels by Marriott Birmingham, featuring the soulful…
Made at MAC: Connected by Thread
Connected by Thread showcases the talents of students and tutors who work with textiles and other…
Mahtab Hussain: What Did You Want To See?
British artist Mahtab Hussain explores the fine line between photographic documentation and…
Marcia Michael: The Family Album
Discover The Family Album , a powerful and moving solo exhibition by Marcia Michael. As a…
Midday Mantra: An Afternoon of Qawwali
Sampad’s Midday Mantra series stands as a celebration of South Asian musical traditions, enriching…
Monoprint Workshop with Haseebah Ali
Join Birmingham-based artist Haseebah Ali for a hands-on Monoprint Workshop, suitable for all ages…
Motown Brunch at The Night Owl
Saturday 24th May The Motown Brunch at The Night Owl With DJs spinning the best Motown, Soul…
Nachle Raqs 2025: Bollywood Meets Bellydance
For the first time in the UK, two internationally acclaimed dance masters—Vaagn , a celebrated…
Notelets: A Musical Bus Tour
All aboard! Hop on board our CBSO bus as Charlotte and Bryony take you on a whistle stop tour of all…
Notelets: String Ensemble
Sing, dance and join in with the CBSO! Join the CBSO musicians for this hour-long interactive…
Rapture
Emily Raymond- director Rapture looks at a group of close-knit friends, whose cynicism appears to…
Rembrandt: Masterpieces in Black and White, Prints from the Rembrandt House Museum
Rembrandt: Masterpieces in Black and White—Prints from the Rembrandt House Museum, presents the…
Sari Stories
Every sari has a story, and we’re looking to share yours. Presented by Midlands Arts Centre and…
Serendipity Arts Festival
Birmingham City University is working with Serendipity Arts Festival to bring a vibrant…
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail
This May Half Term, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by…
Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail
This May Half Term, join us for the Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail, organised by…
Snatches
A young actress meets a powerful film producer in his hotel suite. A revolutionary leads an attack…
Snatches - Set A: Moments from 100 Years of Women's Lives
Snatches: Moments from 100 Years of Women's Lives remembers and bears witness to a century of…
Snatches - Set B: Moments from 100 Years of Women's Lives
Snatches: Moments from 100 Years of Women's Lives remembers and bears witness to a century of…
Su Richardson: In Stitches
Su Richardson is a pioneer of British feminist art, renowned for her work with crochet, soft…
Sweeney Todd: A Musical Thriller
Bournville Musical Theatre Company presents... “Sweeney Todd: The Musical” is a dark, thrilling tale…
Trees Over Time
Explore ‘Trees Over Time’, as we celebrate Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ trees and the vital…
BBC Big Band: The Art of Swing
The internationally acclaimed BBC Big Band are joined by multi award-winning vocalist, Claire…
Calligraphy Classes
Held at the Pen Museum classes are designed for both beginners and more experienced calligraphers…
FLOWERS AND FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
Flowers and Friendship Bracelets The Ultimate Pop Concert! Get ready for a dazzling explosion of…
Four Seasons Little Bulb Show
Four Seasons is a theatrical love letter to nature for children and their families. Join our…
Mike Peters, from The Alarm: Love Hope Strength
It’s been a remarkable career. Mike Peters , frontman of The Alarm , created one of Britain’s…
National Bonsai Collection Open Day
Step into the world of bonsai this summer as Birmingham Botanical Gardens proudly presents the…
Scissor Sisters
The long-awaited reunion that fans have been clamouring for is here: Scissor Sisters are back and…
Vegan Market
The Vegan Market Co. are coming to Winterbourne! With a host of independent, and eco-focussed…
Carnival Play on May Bank Holiday (SEND-friendly)
Join us for a Bank Holiday special event! We are opening up our wonderful Play Centre and Garden for…
Chinese Brush Landscape Painting
Learn the art of traditional Chinese brush painting and monochrome landscape painting. Create a…
KIDS SUSHI MASTERCLASS
Let your little ones turn their hand to the Japanese craft of sushi making this May. Monday 26 May…
Lunar LEGO Lab
Join us this summer to create your own space-themed invention using our LEGO kits. Use our WeDo kits…
Roving Robots Family Show
Join us in Thinktank's theatre for a fun-filled family show about Robotic Rovers that's out…
Family Hapa Zome Workshop
Learn all about the art of Hapa Zome, have a ago and take home your creation. Hapa Zome is a fun and…
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This Week in Birmingham and the West Midlands: Our Top Picks
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There is so much to enjoy in Birmingham and the West Midlands this week! Get ready for a whole load of fantastic events, from festivals to cultural celebration. Here are some of our top picks! Want even more? There’s so much to get up to in the region from 19-25 May! Take a look at more great things…
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What's On this May in Birmingham and the West Midlands
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May is packed with amazing events across Birmingham and the West Midlands! From live music and theatre to food festivals and sports action, here’s your essential guide. & Juliet Where: Birmingham Hippodrome When: 29 April – 3 May 2025 Experience Juliet's story reimagined with a pop-fuelled…
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A Market for Every Mood: Explore Birmingham and the West Midlands’ Best Markets
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There’s nothing quite like the buzz of a local market – the smells, the sounds, the stalls brimming with handcrafted goods, delicious bites, and unique finds. Whether you're on the hunt for vintage treasures, street food, or festive cheer, here are some of the best markets to explore in Birmingham…
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Paint the Town Pride: Your Weekend Guide to Birmingham Pride
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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 cultural gems and world-class shopping to mouthwatering food and luxury stays, here’s how…
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What’s On This April in Birmingham and the West Midlands?
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Birmingham and the West Midlands are buzzing with a diverse range of events this April, from thrilling live performances and fantastic festivals to vibrant markets and special celebrations. Here’s a guide to what’s happening and where you need to be! Cheese Fest Date: April 26, 2025 Location…
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Get Ahead of the Game! Top 2025 Sporting Events in Birmingham and the West Midlands
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The West Midlands’ sporting calendar is always bursting with world-class fixtures and thrilling matches, and 2025 is no different, bringing an action-packed and energetic year of sport to our courts, pitches and arenas. Here are just some of the sporting highlights over the year where you can cheer…
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