What’s on in Birmingham this month

Click to view all the latest What's on in Birmingham news. From music events, live gigs, food & drink happenings and the latest arts events in the city.
The Night Owl bring Desert Blues to Digbeth with a Sunday rock ‘n’ roll all-dayer

The Night Owl bring Desert Blues to Digbeth with a Sunday rock ‘n’ roll all-dayer

Spanish blues folk duo Guadalupe Plata are heading out on their UK tour this Autumn with a stop off at Digbeth’s soul & retro haven, The Night… Read more »

Joe Lycett & Birmingham Open Studios 2023

Joe Lycett & Birmingham Open Studios 2023

Popular TV presenter, comedian and painter, Joe Lycett is the Birmingham Open Studios new Ambassador for 2023. Birmingham Open Studios takes place on consecutive weekends of 23rd-24th September and Sept… Read more »

“Just My Imagination” celebrating the music of the Temptations – Spring 2024

“Just My Imagination” celebrating the music of the Temptations – Spring 2024

Get ready to dance, sing, and groove to the timeless hits of Motown legends The Temptations, as Just My Imagination – the ultimate celebration of one of the most… Read more »

World Sake Day Press Release – The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails

World Sake Day Press Release – The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails

On World Sake Day, October 1st, 2023, Birmingham Bartender-turnedauthor Samuel Boulton announces the upcoming release of his latest project, “The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails” which is… Read more »

Arenacross British Championship presented by Fix Auto UK comes to Resorts World Arena

Arenacross British Championship presented by Fix Auto UK comes to Resorts World Arena

Presale tickets for the 2023/24 Arenacross British Championship presented by Fix Auto UK at the Resorts World Arena, Birmingham go on-sale Friday 22nd September from 10am.   Motocross… Read more »

Iraina Mancini at The Night Owl in Birmingham on September 30th

Iraina Mancini at The Night Owl in Birmingham on September 30th

Following universal acclaim for her debut album UNDO THE BLUE, Iraina Mancini and Needle Mythology Records are delighted to announce a new single, SUGAR HIGH. Swiftly emerging as a… Read more »

New Films 21st Sept 2023 by Mike Davies

New Films 21st Sept 2023 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Dumb Money (15) If you think shorting has something to with an electrical… Read more »

Oktoberfest at Bundobust Birmingham

Oktoberfest at Bundobust Birmingham

Some things just work together. Indian street food and craft beer. German food and cold lagers in the lastsunny days of September. It’s time, once again, for… Read more »

Schools line up for Brummie-inspired Wizard of Oz

Schools line up for Brummie-inspired Wizard of Oz

Schools in Birmingham will be heading along the Yellow Brick Road next Friday (September 22) for a special sold-out performance for students of a Brummie-inspired version of… Read more »

MAC announces three-year supported project with Film Hub Midlands to make cinema more accessible

MAC announces three-year supported project with Film Hub Midlands to make cinema more accessible

Expanding the Frame will open doors and break down barriers for disabled audiences. Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) have announced a three-year project supported by Film Hub Midlands… Read more »

Live Music & Nightlife Guide

Brumbeat Gig Guide – August 2023!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this August 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »

Best of Brum

Click here to view all our special 'best of Brum' articles, from the best bars to the best restaurants, things to do in the city and other alternative features.
A night out in Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estate review!

A night out in Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estate review!

Myself and a friend Emily, were recently invited on a mini tour of Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estates and The Relationship co. I was in the office… Read more »

48 Hours in Birmingham – Two Kids on the Bloc

48 Hours in Birmingham – Two Kids on the Bloc

Living in Worcester, it’s a pretty easy commute to Brum. I’ve lived in The Jewellery Quarter, the worst parts of Wolverhampton & West Bromwich, and was born… Read more »

The Best Art Galleries in Birmingham

The Best Art Galleries in Birmingham

As John Lennon once said, “Life doesn’t imitate art…it is art!” and this past two years life has been pretty tough, with a traumatising pandemic, a horrific… Read more »

A Night Out in The Independent Republic of Stirchley!

A Night Out in The Independent Republic of Stirchley!

A recent invite to attend the Birmingham-based spirits brand BeauFort pop-up press night at Kong Bar was a perfect opportunity to catch up on the current bar… Read more »

Food & Drink News

Click to view all the latest news on food and drink in Birmingham. From new bar and restaurant launches to foodie events, tasting sessions, press releases, reviews and more.
World Sake Day Press Release – The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails

World Sake Day Press Release – The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails

On World Sake Day, October 1st, 2023, Birmingham Bartender-turnedauthor Samuel Boulton announces the upcoming release of his latest project, “The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails” which is… Read more »

Oktoberfest at Bundobust Birmingham

Oktoberfest at Bundobust Birmingham

Some things just work together. Indian street food and craft beer. German food and cold lagers in the lastsunny days of September. It’s time, once again, for… Read more »

The Distillery launches first of many new events with a Gin & Juice Hip Hop Brunch

The Distillery launches first of many new events with a Gin & Juice Hip Hop Brunch

Birmingham’s best bar restaurant and gin distillery is set to release a whole host of events throughout Autumn kick starting with a Gin & Juice Hip Hop… Read more »

Fat Hippo X Kellogg’s is coming!

Fat Hippo X Kellogg’s is coming!

What came first, juicy, fried buttermilk chicken or crunchy, nutty cereal? All that matters is they’re around at exactly the same time for Fat Hippo, the reigning kings… Read more »

Reviews & Features

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Attic Brew ‘Forward Launch Party’ at The Bun & Barrel!

Attic Brew ‘Forward Launch Party’ at The Bun & Barrel!

Myself and a colleague were recently invited to The Bun and Barrel for the Attic Brew Co. Forward launch party. We hope you had a great time… Read more »

Orelle at Colmore Tower Review August 2023

Orelle at Colmore Tower Review August 2023

I have followed the development of 103 Colmore Tower from its very beginnings. With a clear view from the office, it seemed slightly sad when local architect… Read more »

The Indian Streatery Review August 2023

The Indian Streatery Review August 2023

I don’t really think The Indian Streatery needs any introduction, in such a central location and with the recent publicity of a royal visit, this restaurant is… Read more »

Rudy’s pizzeria Harborne review

Rudy’s pizzeria Harborne review

An invite to check out the new Rudy’s pizzeria in Harborne coincided with a catch up with a good friend who lives nearby. For me, the trip… Read more »

Community News

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Joe Lycett & Birmingham Open Studios 2023

Joe Lycett & Birmingham Open Studios 2023

Popular TV presenter, comedian and painter, Joe Lycett is the Birmingham Open Studios new Ambassador for 2023. Birmingham Open Studios takes place on consecutive weekends of 23rd-24th September and Sept… Read more »

Avanti West Coast awarded long-term contract after significant improvements for passengers

Avanti West Coast awarded long-term contract after significant improvements for passengers

The Department for Transport has awarded Avanti West Coast a long-term contract which will enable them to deliver improved services for passengers, after dramatically reducing cancellations to… Read more »

Schools line up for Brummie-inspired Wizard of Oz

Schools line up for Brummie-inspired Wizard of Oz

Schools in Birmingham will be heading along the Yellow Brick Road next Friday (September 22) for a special sold-out performance for students of a Brummie-inspired version of… Read more »

Ministry Of Justice Calls For People from Birmingham to Volunteer as Magistrates – as applications close 29 September

Ministry Of Justice Calls For People from Birmingham to Volunteer as Magistrates – as applications close 29 September

The Judiciary of England and Wales and the Ministry of Justice are calling on people from all walks of life in Birmingham to be part of a… Read more »