What’s on in Birmingham this month

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Celebrating your graduation? Cosmic Oysters for all at The Alchemist!

Celebrating your graduation? Cosmic Oysters for all at The Alchemist!

This summer, The Alchemist is helping graduates celebrate in style with a complimentary Cosmic Oyster for every guest at the table when booking – a theatrical mini cocktail served… Read more »

Andy Bennett Brings His Indie Rock Legacy to The Victoria

Andy Bennett Brings His Indie Rock Legacy to The Victoria

Date: Friday 10th AprilVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/andy-bennett-ocean-colour-scene-/the-victoria/3580253 A cornerstone of British indie returns to Birmingham as Andy Bennett takes over The Victoria on… Read more »

Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival’s much-loved Market Place returns in 2026, taking over the Zellig Building in the heart of Digbeth on Saturday 25th April. Free and open to all,… Read more »

Luna Care & Defiance exhibition opens 1 May

Luna Care & Defiance exhibition opens 1 May

Luna: Care & DefianceThe world as seen by women, women-identifying and non binary photographers1-27 May 2026, Centrala gallery, BirminghamLaunch 5pm onwards, Friday 1 May with artist talk… Read more »

Birmingham-born Dream-Folk artist Chris Cleverley teams up with iconic Kings Heath venue ‘Cartlands Tea Rooms’, for a mystical Springtime evening

Birmingham-born Dream-Folk artist Chris Cleverley teams up with iconic Kings Heath venue ‘Cartlands Tea Rooms’, for a mystical Springtime evening

Ambient Dream-Folk songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist Chris Cleverley invites fellow Brummie lovers of nature and acoustic music on a meditative journey this May, as part of his… Read more »

Films from Fri 27 Mar by Mike Davies

Films from Fri 27 Mar by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK They Will Kill You (15) Typical, you wait forever for a film… Read more »

Oh Zeus! A riotous, hilarious ride through Greek mythology at Lichfield Garrick Theatre from 26 – 27 May 2026

Oh Zeus! A riotous, hilarious ride through Greek mythology at Lichfield Garrick Theatre from 26 – 27 May 2026

Kings of comedy Le Navet Bete – one of the UK’s most-loved comedy theatre companies and creators of smash-hit family shows Dracula: The Bloody Truth, King Arthur and Treasure Island – have teamed up… Read more »

The Alexandra announces new season brochure on World Theatre Day

The Alexandra announces new season brochure on World Theatre Day

View the new season brochure here and watch our launch video here. You can also view a selection of upcoming production images here. Audiences can look forward to a superb selection of… Read more »

As historic Artemis II mission launches next week, composer Ilan Eshkeri brings the astronaut’s experience to audiences across the UK in a live visual concert

As historic Artemis II mission launches next week, composer Ilan Eshkeri brings the astronaut’s experience to audiences across the UK in a live visual concert

‘Space Station Earth’ is a long-form musical work by Ilan Eshkeri, created in collaboration with the European Space Agency uniquely capturing ‘The Overview Effect’: the profound awe astronauts feel when viewing the Earthfrom… Read more »

HOT CHIP head to Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival 2026

HOT CHIP head to Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival 2026

With tickets now limited, Hot Chip are the latest big name addition to Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026),… Read more »

MANEKI RAMEN BIRMINGHAM CELEBRATES NATIONAL RAMEN DAY

MANEKI RAMEN BIRMINGHAM CELEBRATES NATIONAL RAMEN DAY

Maneki Ramen, a popular, Japanese inspired restaurant in the Jewellery Quarter launches £10 deal to celebrate National Ramen Day Maneki Ramen, the popular Japanese inspired restaurant is… Read more »

Christmas Favourite The Holiday Live In Concert Comes to Birmingham – 18 Date UK Tour – Score by Hans Zimmer

Christmas Favourite The Holiday Live In Concert Comes to Birmingham – 18 Date UK Tour – Score by Hans Zimmer

Cherished Christmas romcom The Holiday (2006) is set to be presented live in concert this Christmas on a 18 date UK-wide tour, throughout November and December. The show will… Read more »

LOCAL BAND CHARTREUSE SHARE NEW SINGLE + ANNOUNCE MACCABEES SUPPORT SHOWS

LOCAL BAND CHARTREUSE SHARE NEW SINGLE + ANNOUNCE MACCABEES SUPPORT SHOWS

Chartreuse are pleased to unveil their new single ‘Enough To Make You Laugh’.  Listen here.  This also comes with a live performance video directed by Stewart Baxter.  Watch… Read more »

UK Midlands set for massive street food takeover with Digbeth Dining Summer Tour ‘26

UK Midlands set for massive street food takeover with Digbeth Dining Summer Tour ‘26

The annual casual dining phenomenon will launch to fans with an 11-strong trader line-up, DJs, and craft beer, fizz and cocktail bars at top national visitor attraction… Read more »

The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at the Old Joint Stock Theatre is not a show you politely sit and watch. It’s one you’re pulled into, cocktail-first (yes, even at… Read more »

Made in Brum charity festival at The Crossing, Digbeth

Made in Brum charity festival at The Crossing, Digbeth

April sees a music event in Digbeth that is showcasing young and upcoming artists from Birmingham. They are donating all ticket sales to Music for Youth to… Read more »

Femur Tear Into The Victoria With Their Garage Punk Fury This April

Femur Tear Into The Victoria With Their Garage Punk Fury This April

Date: Wednesday, 8th AprilVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/femur/the-victoria/3597667 A mid week blast of noise, distortion and unfiltered energy hits The Victoria on Wednesday, 8th April,… Read more »

Films from Fri 20 Mar by Mike Davies

Films from Fri 20 Mar by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Project Hail Mary (12A) Having previously adapted The Martian, Drew Goddard  now… Read more »

A night of musical time travel – Viral sensations Postmodern Jukebox coming to Birmingham – Transforming and reimaging the most beloved songs

A night of musical time travel – Viral sensations Postmodern Jukebox coming to Birmingham – Transforming and reimaging the most beloved songs

Postmodern Jukebox — the internationally acclaimed music collective famed for their signature time-twisting style, transforming some of our most loved songs into dazzling vintage masterpieces — has… Read more »

Birmingham City Women v Sheffield United – Her Game Too fixture this Sunday

Birmingham City Women v Sheffield United – Her Game Too fixture this Sunday

St Andrew’s @ Knighthead ParkSunday 22 March – 14:00 kick-off Sunday is Blues Women’s dedicated Her Game Too fixture, celebrating the growth of the women’s game and… Read more »

Live Music & Nightlife Guide

The Ivy Collection Launches Limited-Edition St. Patrick’s Day Dessert

This St Patrick’s Day (Tuesday 17th March), The Ivy Collection restaurants across the UK and Ireland* will be marking the occasion with a special limited-edition dessert, created… 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 New Chapter for Birmingham A Vibrant City Guide Celebrates the Best of the City

A New Chapter for Birmingham A Vibrant City Guide Celebrates the Best of the City

A vibrant 148-page city guide is launching this week, celebrating the very best of Birmingham and presenting an inspiring, forward-looking vision of the city. Free to pick… Read more »

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival Review, September 2025 (Sunday)

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival Review, September 2025 (Sunday)

Having been going to at least one of the two annual Moseley Festivals pretty much every year for the past 14, I was yet again fortunate enough… Read more »

The Best Record Stores in Birmingham 2025!

The Best Record Stores in Birmingham 2025!

Swordfish Records:  66 Dalton Street, B4 7LX , swordfishrecords.co.uk  Swordfish records has been a staple in the Birmingham vinyl scene since 1989. With numerous relocations over the… Read more »

From Pale Ales to Chocolate Stouts – The Best Places To Enjoy a Craft Beer In Birmingham

From Pale Ales to Chocolate Stouts – The Best Places To Enjoy a Craft Beer In Birmingham

As both a Birmingham based blogger and a craft beer fan, I’ve spent many an hour propping up bars at pubs all around Birmingham and the wider… 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.
Celebrating your graduation? Cosmic Oysters for all at The Alchemist!

Celebrating your graduation? Cosmic Oysters for all at The Alchemist!

This summer, The Alchemist is helping graduates celebrate in style with a complimentary Cosmic Oyster for every guest at the table when booking – a theatrical mini cocktail served… Read more »

Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival’s much-loved Market Place returns in 2026, taking over the Zellig Building in the heart of Digbeth on Saturday 25th April. Free and open to all,… Read more »

Mowgli Street Food launches ‘Mowgli Magic’ at Birmingham to give FREE meals to local community heroes

Mowgli Street Food launches ‘Mowgli Magic’ at Birmingham to give FREE meals to local community heroes

Mowgli Street Food, has launched a new give-back initiative in Birmingham. The local restaurant is spreading some positivity and kindness by inviting the community to come together… Read more »

RUDY’S PIZZA NAPOLETANA SUTTON COLDFIELD IS NOW OPEN

RUDY’S PIZZA NAPOLETANA SUTTON COLDFIELD IS NOW OPEN

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana has officially opened its doors in Sutton Coldfield, bringing authentic Neapolitan pizza to the heart of the town. The new pizzeria spans 3,360 square… Read more »

Reviews & Features

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The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at the Old Joint Stock Theatre is not a show you politely sit and watch. It’s one you’re pulled into, cocktail-first (yes, even at… Read more »

Piccolino Sunday Roast review 2026!

Piccolino Sunday Roast review 2026!

With Mother’s Day approaching, I was invited to experience Piccolino’s Sunday Roast, a celebration of family, togetherness and true Italian hospitality. At the heart of Italian culture… Read more »

The Indian Streatery review – March 2026!

The Indian Streatery review – March 2026!

It’s been a while since I had the pleasure of dining at The Indian Streatery on Bennetts Hill, time flies and a long overdue catch up with… Read more »

Robin Hood at The Hippodrome 15th Jan by Mazzy Snape

Robin Hood at The Hippodrome 15th Jan by Mazzy Snape

Not yet, Biggins! Robin Hood at Birmingham Hippodrome is the lighthearted escapism that we all need in January. Robin Hood, the magical panto adventure, is currently showing… Read more »

Community News

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Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!

Supersonic Festival’s much-loved Market Place returns in 2026, taking over the Zellig Building in the heart of Digbeth on Saturday 25th April. Free and open to all,… Read more »

Luna Care & Defiance exhibition opens 1 May

Luna Care & Defiance exhibition opens 1 May

Luna: Care & DefianceThe world as seen by women, women-identifying and non binary photographers1-27 May 2026, Centrala gallery, BirminghamLaunch 5pm onwards, Friday 1 May with artist talk… Read more »

Mowgli Street Food launches ‘Mowgli Magic’ at Birmingham to give FREE meals to local community heroes

Mowgli Street Food launches ‘Mowgli Magic’ at Birmingham to give FREE meals to local community heroes

Mowgli Street Food, has launched a new give-back initiative in Birmingham. The local restaurant is spreading some positivity and kindness by inviting the community to come together… Read more »

Original Calendar Girl pledges support to local ladies daring to bare

Original Calendar Girl pledges support to local ladies daring to bare

A local cheeky charity calendar has won the support of fundraising royalty – the original Calendar Girl Tricia Stewart! Tricia famously had the idea for the Alternative… Read more »