What’s on

Follow the latest what’s on in Birmingham news. Supplied by our guest writers, and press release contributors. From food & drink to live music, arts and culture to reviews and events.

Blow Water Launch Event – Hong Kong pop up kitchen

25th October 2019, Friday The Juke, Kings Heath, B14 7RZ 6pm or 8pm Due to the nature of the event, we accept advance bookings only. Once you… Read more »

Infinite Opera’s Halloween Besse at Digbrew

We are Infinite Opera, a non-profit opera company in Birmingham devoted to creating new operatic works which inspire new audiences to attend and enjoy opera. Our mission… Read more »

Early Years Music Project comes to Birmingham

Birmingham Forward Steps and a group of consortium partners has been awarded £149, 000 by Youth Music Charity to support music in the Early Years. Over the… Read more »

Performance at Marie Curie raises awareness of challenges accessing health & social care when supporting loved ones with terminal illnesses & life limiting conditions

An award-winning playwright will be raising awareness of the challenges supporting a family member with a terminal illness when he brings his performance to the Marie Curie… Read more »

The Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel cordially invites you all to its Wedding Fayre

The Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel cordially invites you all to its Wedding Fayre

The stunning Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel on Park Drive in Wolverhampton is hosting a Wedding Fayre on Sunday 29th September and free entry is from 11am to… Read more »

Return of the App, Overhear Partners Birmingham Literature Festival

Return of the App, Overhear Partners Birmingham Literature Festival

Overhear is delighted to announce a partnership with Birmingham Literature Festival, running across the city from 3rd to 13th October. Newly commissioned poems and prose will be… Read more »

Robert Lindsay returns to the stage in PRISM Written and directed by Terry Johnson

Robert Lindsay returns to the stage in the astonishing true story of double Oscar-winning cinematic master Jack Cardiff. Terry Johnson’s Prism opens at Birmingham Repertory Theatre from 3 – 12 October ahead of… Read more »

Birmingham’s Oldest Pub to celebrate 651st Birthday

Birmingham’s Oldest Pub to celebrate 651st Birthday

Birmingham’s oldest pub is getting ready to celebrate turning 651 years old. The Old Crown, established in 1368, was the only building left standing after the Battle… Read more »

The Old Crown turns 651 years old!

After having to scrap our 650th birthday party we’re very excited to celebrate the old girls 651st. Join us as we celebrate all weekend with music, games… Read more »

Barber Shop Chronicles Birmingham Repertory Theatre Thu 26 – Sat 28 Sept

Following two sell-out runs in London and a world tour, the acclaimed Barber Shop Chronicles comes to Birmingham Repertory Theatre from 26 – 28 September. Written by Nigerian-born poet and playwright Inua… Read more »

Birmingham Heritage Week 12-22 September 2019

The start of a city-wide celebration of over 200 events showcasing Birmingham’s fascinating history, people and places is drawing closer, with one week to go until Birmingham… Read more »

Crow Black Chicken – Irish Rock Band play in the West Midlands

Crow Black Chicken will be playing at The Robin 2 in Bilston on Monday 30th September and Joe Joe Jim’s in Birmingham on Friday 11th October. Since forming in 2009, Crow Black Chicken have earned back-pats aplenty for… Read more »

Treasure hunt across Birmingham to be held to raise funds for much-needed primary school in Rwanda

Treasure hunt across Birmingham to be held to raise funds for much-needed primary school in Rwanda

Property and construction consultancy Gleeds Birmingham is holding a treasure hunt with a twist this September – aiming to raise over £2,000 for UK-based charity Fields of… Read more »

Kings Heath Street Festival

Sunday – 8th September – Midday – 8PMYork Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SR https://www.facebook.com/events/655212344918609/ Join us for the unmissable Kings Heath Street Festival! An end-of summer bonanza… Read more »

Digbeth First Friday 6 September

This September, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month: Cashpot Amusements: THE POWER… Read more »

Brumbeat Gig Guide September 2019

Our Birmingham live music & DJ guide for September 2019, offers original and alternative nightlife, gigs, parties and music listings. We work with local promoters and venues each month to… Read more »

National Album Day partners with Network Rail to launch Album Exhibition in Stations around the UK

A touring exhibition celebrating the sounds of Scotland, the North, the Midlands and London & the South is set to launch next month as part of the… Read more »

Diverse Musical Legacy Of The Midlands Celebrated In Rebel Music

Birmingham Repertory Theatre, in association with Middle Child, presents A WORLD PREMIÈRE REBEL MUSIC By Robin French Directed and co-created by Alex Brown The DOOR, Birmingham Repertory… Read more »

Exhibition launch of British centenarian woman artist Katherine Fryer at RBSA Gallery

Celebrate the life of Birmingham based artist, Katherine Fryer, at RBSA Gallery in the Jewellery Quarter with a collection of works from her 90-year career plus supporting… Read more »

Violet Headline Show Birmingham

VIOLET + PHIL MADELEY + MYLES NEWMAN Date: Wed 30 Oct 2019 Venue: O2 Academy3 Birmingham  Doors: 7:00pm – 11:00pm Ages: Ages 8+ (Under 14s must be… Read more »

Perishing Shrines Lisa Ross at Argentea Gallery 21st September – 2nd November

Perishing Shrines Lisa Ross at Argentea Gallery 21st September – 2nd November

Argentea Gallery is extremely proud to present Perishing Shrines, an exhibition of photographs by Lisa Ross from her Living Shrines project. Since 2002 New York based artist… Read more »

Return to Nature festival

A free day out for the whole family, this exciting new micro-festival, situated in beautiful ancient woodland, will include an environmental arts trail of immersive installations, live… Read more »

56th Anniversary of Rolling Stones Birmingham Debut to be celebrated 15th September

56th Anniversary of Rolling Stones Birmingham Debut to be celebrated 15th September

Satisfaction is guaranteed for Rolling Stones fans Sunday 15 September at King’s Heath’s mini festival featuring over 5 hours of Rolling Stones music to celebrate the 56th… Read more »

Moseley Record Fair Sunday 1st September 2019

Moseley Record Fair Sunday 1st September 2019 St. Columba Church Hall, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8DJ Doors open at 1pm, ends at 5pm Two Rooms Cafe & DJs… Read more »

Erase and Refind your musical fun side at Digbeth Works Sept 21st

Join us at Digbeth Works Sept 21st for an evening of reminiscing to the mix tape era, DJ taking requests all night, from all music genres, rock,… Read more »

Felix Rabin – French Guitar Wonder returns to the UK this Autumn

Solid Entertainments is delighted to announce that Félix Rabin is revisiting our shores next month It’s great news for blues-rock fans, live music lovers and aspiring guitarists… Read more »

Alice Sebold’s Global Bestselling Book, The Lovely Bones Returns To The Stage

FRIDAY 6 – SATURDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2019 The Lovely Bones, one of the bestselling novels of the 21st century, opens its UK tour at Birmingham Repertory Theatre… Read more »

Michelin Starred-Chef Robert Ortiz to open First Solo Restaurant in Birmingham

Michelin Starred-Chef Robert Ortiz to open First Solo Restaurant in Birmingham

Ahead of its launch at the end of September, Robert Ortiz’s new restaurant, Chakana, has released interior visuals of its newly designed bar and restaurant. Peruvian born… Read more »

Digbeth  Dining Club to host first street party in over 3 years

Digbeth Dining Club to host first street party in over 3 years

For the first time in over 3 years, one of the UK’s most popular street food destinations, Digbeth Dining Club, are bringing back their famous street closure… Read more »

Jon Harris bringing alternative music to Brum!

Jon Harris has been DJ’ing since 1990. Through that first decade he was a resident at various nights at clubs such as The Que Club (The Bubble… Read more »

Escape Live Announces Not One But Two Peaky Blinders Escape Experiences

Escape Live has revealed that not only is it bringing the world’s first official Peaky Blinders escape rooms to the UK, but it has now been announced… Read more »

Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Middle Child presents Rebel Music by Robin French 19 Sep 2019 – 05 Oct 19

It’s the sweltering hot summer of 1976. The country is in economic turmoil. The far right is on the march. Rock Against Racism puts white punk bands… Read more »

Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme to support children and young people

In January 2020 we are launching Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme that has been designed to support children and young people (aged 8-18 years) who… Read more »

A whole lotta soul at The Night Owl Brunch

Celebrate the sunshine with our summer brunches! Those who know The Night Owl know we’re all about the soul. It’s in everything we do, from records we… Read more »

The Legitimate Peaky Blinders Festival ft Primal Scream and Mike Skinner

AEG Presents and Steven Knight Present, in association with Caryn Mandabach Productions and Endemol Shine Group Digbeth, Central Birmingham September 14th & 15th , 2019 An incredible, official… Read more »

Treppenwitz to play The Lamp Tavern 19th Oct

Event name: TreppenwitzDate: 19th OctoberPerformers: Matthew Aplin – piano Tom Riviere – bass Steve Hanley – drum Description: Treppenwitz is the meeting of three musicians: pianist Matthew… Read more »

Brumbeat Gig Guide August 2019

Our Birmingham live music & DJ guide for August 2019, offers original and alternative nightlife, gigs, parties and music listings. We work with local promoters and venues each month to… Read more »

Independent music festival Sonic Gun Weekender returns to The Castle and Falcon

Independent music festival Sonic Gun Weekender returns to The Castle and Falcon

Birmingham’s independent and intimate live music venue The Castle and Falcon is proud to host the Sonic Gun Weekender on Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17…. Read more »

Sumosoundsystem present Raise the Ruth Fundraiser AUG 9th

SUMOSOUNDSYSTEM PRESENT RAISE THE RUTH FUNDRAISER FRIDAY 09/08/2019 HARE AND HOUNDS VENUE 2 Advance tickets available (£5+bf) Slightly more on the door, any and all further donations… Read more »

Digbeth First Friday – 2 August 2019 6pm until late

This August, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month: Centrala: Przemek Branas “I… Read more »

International Mead Day 3rd August

International Mead Day 3rd August

Try mead for £1 this International Mead Day!Hidden inside Birminghams Jewellery Quarter is one of the UK’s leading cocktail bars, The Vanguard. Nestled above established craft beer… Read more »

Eighth electronic music festival includes rare performances by Fiat Lux and Ultramarine

Eighth electronic music festival includes rare performances by Fiat Lux and Ultramarine

Ultramarine Friday 08 November 2019 and Fiat Lux Saturday 09 November 2019. Sunday 10 November 2019 will be a FREE event at The Blue Orange Theatre from 12.00 noon until 10.00… Read more »

Kingfisher invites families to enjoy a summer of activities

Kingfisher Shopping Centre, is inviting families to visit the centre during the summer holidays and enjoy a host of fun activities come rain or shine. Kingfisher will… Read more »

Jake Bugg’s First Gig Comes to Jewellery Quarter Thursday 25th July, Acapella Bar

Acoustickle was Jake Bugg, Georgie Rose, Saint Raymond and Yazmin Lacey’s first gig. Thanks to Arts Council funding, the brand is venturing to renowned musical city, Birmingham,… Read more »

Escape The Boredom This Summer Holidays

If the summer holidays are a daunting time, particularly when it comes to sorting childcare, juggling work and also making sure the children don’t get bored, then… Read more »

Kids Eat Free returns to Bodega once more this summer

Kids Eat Free returns to Bodega once more this summer

Kids Eat Free returns to Bodega once more this summer.Offering fresh homemade South American flavours without the cost of a plane ticket. For every £10 spent on… Read more »

Flatpack’s Beware The Moon Screenings Return to Dudley Castle This August

Flatpack’s Beware The Moon Screenings Return to Dudley Castle This August

Dudley Zoological Gardens are again teaming up with Flatpack Projects to present the cinema spectacular BEWARE THE MOON. Dudley Castle will once again be transformed into a vast… Read more »

Dig Brew Gets All Pumped Up for Brum Beer Week

Birmingham’s award-winning Dig Brew brewery will help to keep fans of cycling and opera on the edge of their seats during Birmingham Beer Week. The annual event,… Read more »

Beavertown Brewery talk at The Victoria 28th July!

Beavertown Brewery talk at The Victoria 28th July!

Love Beer? Love BBQ? Then Hello! Join Beavertown Brewery as their talented beer brewer will talk you across 4 of their craft inventions, matched perfectly with the… Read more »

Birmingham Fashion Designers announced as finalists in the Midlands Fashion Awards 2019

Eight fashion designers and make-up artists from Birmingham, have been announced as finalists in the Midlands Fashion Awards 2019. Aleeza Abbas, Alexander Adams and Sergiu-Marian Bechian have… Read more »