This half term, explore everything Birmingham and the West Midlands has to offer.
What's on in Birmingham?
What's on in Birmingham? Our thriving festivals and events calendar can take you anywhere from hidden railway arches to city centre concert halls, with events spanning every art form imaginable.
Are you coming this weekend? Then see what's on this weekend in Birmingham.
Are you planning ahead? Take a look at what's on this month in Birmingham.
Check out our biggest and returning favourites in the annual events section or browse food and drink events, family events and art & exhibitions. Do you like sport? After a concert or gig or a spot of theatre or performance? Well, that's that sorted then.
If you're venturing further afar to some of the other great places in the West Midlands and are looking to see what exciting events you can add to your itinerary, filter your search by area to bring up a list of top events in your selected location.
Whats On this Week in Birmingham
Circus Extreme
Circus Extreme - NEC Birmingham CIRCUS EXTREME PRESENTS: “ROCK IT OUT” – A GROUNDBREAKING NEW SHOW…
Dick Whittington
This production contains strong language and adult themes. Dick is trying to seek fame and fortune…
Exhibition Tour with Danit Ariel, Photoworks Curator
Join Danit Ariel, Photoworks curator, for a free tour of Mahtab Hussain’s exhibition What Did You…
Exhibition: 'Inside the Playroom'
‘Inside the Playroom’: Stryx Gallery’s imaginative new exhibition invites children, and their…
F1® Arcade Watch Parties
F1® Arcade is the best place to watch F1 beyond the track. Watch every Grand Prix™ live on our…
Half Term Art Explorer
Join us for a fun creative trail through Ikon’s exhibitions. This interactive experience encourages…
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…
Junior Falconry experience
A 90 minute experience getting close up and flying owls and birds of prey – for under 16s Young…
Junior Falconry Experience
A 90 minute experience getting close up and flying owls and birds of prey – for under 16s Young…
Jurassic Gardens 2025
Returning to us for the third year running, the incredibly popular Jurassic Gardens is bringing the…
KIDS SUSHI MASTERCLASS
Let your little ones turn their hand to the Japanese craft of sushi making this May. Monday 26 May…
Live Jazz with Roy Forbes
Join us for an evening of live jazz at Delta Hotels by Marriott Birmingham, featuring the soulful…
Lunar LEGO Lab
Join us this summer to create your own space-themed invention using our LEGO kits. Use our WeDo kits…
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…
Mini Stryx: Creative Stay and Play every Friday
Mini Stryx: Creative Stay and Play Every Friday Stryx Play Gallery Cafe, 90 Vyse St, Birmingham B18…
Planetarium May half-term Weekdays
Step inside our planetarium and join us for one of our planetarium shows. We have three different…
RBSA Drawing Prize 2025
The RBSA Drawing Prize is a celebration of work by artists whose work is rooted in drawing…
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…
Roving Robots Family Show
Join us in Thinktank's theatre for a fun-filled family show about Robotic Rovers that's out…
Sari Stories
Every sari has a story, and we’re looking to share yours. Presented by Midlands Arts Centre and…
Second City Sin
Hot off of recent headline performances at O2 Institute 3 and Centrala, Birmingham-based rockers…
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…
Style Wars Film Screening & Panel Discussion
To kick off the 10th anniversary of B-SIDE, join us for a special screening & panel discussion…
Su Richardson: In Stitches
Su Richardson is a pioneer of British feminist art, renowned for her work with crochet, soft…
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. Join…
Trees Over Time
Explore ‘Trees Over Time’, as we celebrate Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ trees and the vital…
Wolf Hall In Concert
Experience the power, passion and intrigue of a story 500 years in the making, told through music…
Bowie Night
Due to popular demand, our Bowie Tribute night is back! Saturday 31st May The Night Owl presents…
Embossed Monoprint Workshop with Fae Kilburn
Join artist Fae Kilburn for a Free family drop in Embossed Monoprint workshop. A fun, spontaneous…
Family Dry Point Etching Workshop with Fae Kilburn
Join printmaker Fae Kilburn for a fun, relaxed family drypoint etching workshop inspired by our…
Finding Flow through Ink – Chinese Calligraphy with Soft Brush
Dr Yujun(June) Xu is a Calligrapher and intercultural artist who has delivered a number of creative…
Forest Bathing at Clowes Wood
Want to spend a morning reconnecting with nature and let the beauty and calm of an ancient woodland…
Gardens Yoga: Saturday Mornings
Join us for an hour of outdoor yoga every Saturday through summer! Feel the grass between your toes…
Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams
A one-of-a-kind musical experience awaits on May 31st at Bradshaw Hall, Royal Birmingham…
Lexus Birmingham Open
Don’t miss your chance to see some of the world’s biggest men’s and women’s…
Life Drawing Session at Stryx JQ
Life Drawing Sessions with Aga Troc Every Saturday Stryx Play Gallery Cafe, 90 Vyse St, Birmingham…
National Writers Conference 2025
Join Writing West Midlands for a day of dynamic panel discussions, insightful presentations, and…
Paul Chowdhry
Multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry has announced his brand-new…
The Opera Boys
After several sell-out performances at The Core, The Opera Boys are back with A Night at the…
The Soul Connection
The Soul Connection is on a mission to bring the magic of classic 60s soul music to the masses. With…
The Twang
Blending the big guitars and emotional swagger of Brit-pop with a subtle but clearly felt…
Vitality Blast T20 Cricket
The biggest summer of cricket is here! #YouBears Two Bears. One Team. 2025 is the historic year for…
Aled Jones: Full Circle
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated…
Auld Omens Alternative Markets
A monthly market, showcasing the immense talents of Midlands based alternative artists, crafters and…
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Explore What's On in Birmingham
Family events
Want a great day out full of thrill seeking adventure, activity and fun?
Theatre & Performance
Discover what’s on at Birmingham's many theatres.
Food & Drink events
Birmingham is packed with food filled festivals and events.
Concerts & Gigs
A year round calendar of live music events, festivals and concerts.
Art & Exhibitions
The number of collections and art exhibitions in Birmingham is as wide as they are…
Sporting events
Check out our upcoming sporting events or browse regular sporting fixtures here.
Annual festivals
Birmingham has a year long programme of fantastic festivals and events.
NEC events
The NEC has a vibrant array of events running throughout its indoor halls.
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