What's on this weekend in Birmingham
Looking for things to do in Birmingham this weekend? Our local team updates this guide regularly with the best events and experiences taking place across the city, making it easy to plan your next day out or weekend away.
Last updated: 18 August 2026
Covering: 21-23 August 2026
From live music, theatre and exhibitions to food festivals, family attractions, sporting events and outdoor adventures, you'll find plenty happening across Birmingham this weekend. We also hand-pick a selection of Top Picks, showcasing the biggest events alongside hidden gems recommended by our local team.
Browse the listings below by date, category or location, or use the filters to discover events across the wider West Midlands. Whether you're planning ahead for next weekend or looking for something to do today, our regularly updated events calendar has you covered.
Our Top Picks for this weekend
If you're making plans between 21-23 August, we've asked our team of local experts to share what's caught their eye.
This summer, Mailbox are transforming our iconic Canalside into an unmissable open-air hub to celebrate colour, community, and culture. Soak up the best of the summer for FREE at Mailbox’s Summer of Colour! From 29th June to 31st August, experience an explosion of vibrant colour with our Canalside…
Come over to the winery for an engaging and relaxed deep dive into our wines. Over the course of an hour (or so), we’ll guide you through how we make our wines, share the story behind them, and offer a broader look at the English wine scene. We’ll taste our 2024 vintage, walk you through the…
Ikon Gallery presents UPRIGHT, a major exhibition of sculptures, installations and paintings by Angela de la Cruz, featuring works rarely shown in over two decades and a new commission produced in collaboration with Birmingham Royal Ballet. Guest curated by Carolina Grau, the exhibition centres on…
The long-running toy and model steam exhibition returns to Winterbourne. Step back in time to when Birmingham’s steam engines were at the epicentre of the great Industrial Revolution, as exhibitors from across the country harness the power of steam in miniature. From trains and boats to cards and…
Get ready for a month of great value menus and exciting dining experiences at restaurants across the city. Over the years, Birmingham has been named as one of the top food destinations in the UK, and with good reason, the city boasts a diverse and vibrant dining scene. Birmingham Restaurant Festival…
A world-first photography exhibition has opened in Birmingham celebrating the final live solo performance of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s original line-up alongside a host of metal artists. Spanning 60 metres at Grand Central, above New Street Station, Back to the Beginning- The Exhibition…
Make the most of the summer holidays with the Great British Summer Savings Scheme, helping families enjoy days out, meals and entertainment for less. Running until 1 September, the scheme reduces VAT from 20% to 5% on eligible family activities, including children’s meals in restaurants, family tickets for cinemas and theatres, and admission to attractions such as museums, zoos, adventure parks and soft play. There are plenty of ways to make the most of the savings across Birmingham and the West Midlands, making it easier to enjoy a family day out without stretching the budget!