What’s on in Birmingham this month

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1 week to go! Top 10 highlights at BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer

1 week to go! Top 10 highlights at BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer

With just one week to go until BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer returns to Birmingham’s NEC from 18–21 June 2026, here are the… Read more »

Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.

Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.

Bringing together independent authors, readers and small creative businesses, Literary Escape Festival is a new and growing indie book festival touring the UK  Whether you’re an avid… Read more »

Birmingham’s Gosta Green Reopens in Time for England’s World Cup Campaign

Birmingham’s Gosta Green Reopens in Time for England’s World Cup Campaign

New independent owners bring fresh energy to one of the city’s best-loved pubs ahead of England’s opening World Cup fixture One of Birmingham’s most recognisable pubs is… Read more »

DISCO FEVER SET TO HIT THE UK AS THE JACKSONS ANNOUNCE A NOVEMBER TOUR!

DISCO FEVER SET TO HIT THE UK AS THE JACKSONS ANNOUNCE A NOVEMBER TOUR!

Music legends The Jacksons are heading back to the UK this November for a very special run of headline shows, celebrating the timeless hits and extraordinary legacy… Read more »

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

As independent restaurants across the UK continue to face unprecedented economic pressures, a new Birmingham-based venture is calling on local people to rally behind their neighbourhood food… Read more »

CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY WITH 24 STORIES

CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY WITH 24 STORIES

24 Stories is ready to celebrate Father’s Day, offering sophisticated dining in the sky or quality beers served in tankards in their downstairs bar, Stories Tavern Looking for the perfect… Read more »

ONE-NIGHT-ONLY SPEAKEASY CELEBRATION THIS FATHER’S DAY, DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND

ONE-NIGHT-ONLY SPEAKEASY CELEBRATION THIS FATHER’S DAY, DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is turning up the volume with an evening of live music entertainment, specially dedicated to all the father figures out there Looking for… Read more »

Kings Heath Comedy Festival – proving good things come in threes

Kings Heath Comedy Festival – proving good things come in threes

Kings Heath Comedy Festival is back for a third time – and this could be the best yet – with shows from national stars, local legends and… Read more »

Gig Preview: ACUA Bring Dream Drenched Psych Pop to The Victoria

Gig Preview: ACUA Bring Dream Drenched Psych Pop to The Victoria

Date: Thursday 16th July Venue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/acua/the-victoria/3645077 A transportive night of psych pop haze, melodic indie shimmer and rising talent charm arrives at… Read more »

Planet Omar comes to Birmingham Rep

Planet Omar comes to Birmingham Rep

The world premiere production of Planet Omar, adapted by Asif Khan from Zanib Mian’s beloved children’s books, lands at Birmingham Rep from Thursday 18 – Sunday 21… Read more »

Films from Fri 5 June by Mike Davies

Films from Fri 5 June by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Masters Of The Universe (12A) Starting life as a Mattel toy figure… Read more »

Birmingham Rep announces extension to SWEENEY TODD (plus a snippet of A Little Priest)

Birmingham Rep announces extension to SWEENEY TODD (plus a snippet of A Little Priest)

SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETThe House, Birmingham RepSaturday 4 July – Saturday 15 August Box office: birmingham-rep.co.uk, 0121 236 4455 Press Night: Tuesday 14… Read more »

Best Things To Do This Week: Spectacular visual concert about space coming to Birmingham

Best Things To Do This Week: Spectacular visual concert about space coming to Birmingham

‘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 orbit. Performed live on… Read more »

BLACK BEACON SOUND – 10 YEARS TOUR 2pm – 5pm -THE DISKERY- SATURDAY 6TH JUNE 2026

BLACK BEACON SOUND – 10 YEARS TOUR 2pm – 5pm -THE DISKERY- SATURDAY 6TH JUNE 2026

Black Beacon Sound record label and shop stops off in Birmingham in conjunction with the imprint’s ‘10 Years Tour’, for a special matinee event in the basement… Read more »

The Desert Plaza Bring Expansive, Heart Heavy Alt Rock to The Sunflower Lounge

The Desert Plaza Bring Expansive, Heart Heavy Alt Rock to The Sunflower Lounge

Date: Friday 3rd JulyVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/the-desert-plaza/the-sunflower-lounge/3628184 A night of modern alt rock, rising star energy and brooding Midlands atmosphere hits The Sunflower Lounge… Read more »

Countdown to MOSTLY JAZZ > Set times released + The Woods line-up

Countdown to MOSTLY JAZZ > Set times released + The Woods line-up

With just a few weeks to go, Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026) has released the stage times for… Read more »

The Night Owl June Listings

The Night Owl June Listings

Monday 1st June – Neighbourhd – 7:30PM – Late Birmingham’s Biggest and Best Open Jam Night Tuesday 2nd June – Digbeth Jazz/ Boogie Tuesday – 7:30PM –… Read more »

From Around Here – Creative Responses to the Culture and Community of Birmingham’s Southside

From Around Here – Creative Responses to the Culture and Community of Birmingham’s Southside

Opens: Friday 5 June 2026 Opening Times: Tuesday – Wednesday: 1pm – 4.30pmThursday – Sunday: 10am – 4.30pm A new showcase celebrating the creativity, culture, and communities of Birmingham’s Southside … Read more »

Zellig & Alfred works to host Everything Digbeth market

Zellig & Alfred works to host Everything Digbeth market

Back for its 6th instalment, the popular market returns to Birmingham’s creative quarter, Digbeth. Unlock exclusive offers across Digbeth for one day only. Plus this year new… Read more »

Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2026!

Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2026!

All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 4th June Vieira and The Silvers + Fuzz Council @ The Night Owl The Streets @ O2 Academy Birmingham… Read more »

Live Music & Nightlife Guide

Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2026!

All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 4th June Vieira and The Silvers + Fuzz Council @ The Night Owl The Streets @ O2 Academy Birmingham… 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.
Birmingham’s Gosta Green Reopens in Time for England’s World Cup Campaign

Birmingham’s Gosta Green Reopens in Time for England’s World Cup Campaign

New independent owners bring fresh energy to one of the city’s best-loved pubs ahead of England’s opening World Cup fixture One of Birmingham’s most recognisable pubs is… Read more »

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

As independent restaurants across the UK continue to face unprecedented economic pressures, a new Birmingham-based venture is calling on local people to rally behind their neighbourhood food… Read more »

ZIZZI OFFERS FREE MEALS TO ITALIANS DURING THE WORLD CUP 

ZIZZI OFFERS FREE MEALS TO ITALIANS DURING THE WORLD CUP 

Italy may have missed out on qualification for the World Cup for the third tournament running, but Zizzi is turning its restaurants into the unofficial embassy for… Read more »

Momenti Con Papà: Toast To Dad This Father’s Day at Piccolino

Momenti Con Papà: Toast To Dad This Father’s Day at Piccolino

This Father’s Day, Piccolino invites families to gather around the table to celebrate Momenti con Papà. Combining the warmth of Italian hospitality with the much-loved tradition of the British Sunday roast, Piccolino’s Father’s Day menu offers the perfect way to treat dad on his special day. Guests can also enjoy… 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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Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.

Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.

Bringing together independent authors, readers and small creative businesses, Literary Escape Festival is a new and growing indie book festival touring the UK  Whether you’re an avid… Read more »

From a spark to a flame – Birmingham Phoenix unveils symbolic flaming torch

From a spark to a flame – Birmingham Phoenix unveils symbolic flaming torch

With just six weeks to go until Birmingham Phoenix return to Edgbaston Stadium for The Hundred, players Usman Tariq, Davina Perrin and Jordan Thompson joined Lead Partner… Read more »

Breaking barriers for homeless students: BCU and St Basils podcast

Breaking barriers for homeless students: BCU and St Basils podcast

Birmingham City University (BCU) has teamed up with local charity St Basils for a powerful new podcast examining how universities can better support students who have experienced… Read more »

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants

As independent restaurants across the UK continue to face unprecedented economic pressures, a new Birmingham-based venture is calling on local people to rally behind their neighbourhood food… Read more »