How Is Cannabis Changing Nightlife and Food Culture?
Where cannabis is legal, it is quietly reshaping how people go out. Cities like Vancouver now weave it into food, drink, and music the way others built… Read more »
Some Benefits of Online Casinos Today!
There are many reasons why the advent of online gambling has taken off on a world wide scale, it is now a mega industry and one that… Read more »
The Benefits of Online v Traditional Casinos
If you’re new to online gambling then you may not be familiar with the traditional way of going into a casino or arcade. For decades this was… Read more »
Films from Fri 10 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Evil Dead Burn (18) Three years on from Evil Dead Rise, the… Read more »
GameZone: One Platform, Endless Ways to Play
Online gaming has come a long way. Gone are the days when players had to visit multiple websites to enjoy different types of games. Today, gamers want… Read more »
NINJA WARRIOR UK WALSALL LAUNCHES THE ULTIMATE SUMMER PASS UNLOCKING UP TO 300 HOURS OF ACTION FROM 11P PER HOUR
Ninja Warrior UK Walsall’s Ultimate Summer Pass unlocks up to 300 hours of non-stop ninja fun and exclusive offers for just £35 – making each session just… Read more »
Example announced as headline artist for Off Grid 2026
– Crossover dance music icon Example will headline the debut edition of Off Grid Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 – Off Grid takes place across a… Read more »
THE UNDERTONES – Line up 50th Anniversary Shows this October / November
In 2026, THE UNDERTONES come roaring back with an extensive UK and European tour to celebrate their 50TH BAND ANNIVERSARY. The band behind countless classics including “Teenage Kicks”,… Read more »
COURTEENERS release brand new single ‘Plus One Forever’ today, ahead of forthcoming Best Of album and huge UK live shows
Courteeners have released a brand new single Plus One Forever today (listen here). The new track is taken from their forthcoming Best Of compilation – God Bless The Band – released on Ignition… Read more »
EZRA COLLECTIVE – Share “Well Organised” ft. Lila Iké + Announce Biggest Global Headline Tour including Birmingham
Fresh from announcing their forthcoming fourth studio album ‘Here Because of Hope’, Mercury Prize and BRIT Award-winning Ezra Collective return with brand-new single “Well Organised” featuring Jamaican singer Lila Iké,… Read more »
UB40 and RTS search for region’s best new music video gets underway
UB40 and the Royal Television Society (RTS) are once again joining forces and inviting videographers, filmmakers, content creators, and musicians from the UK’s Midlands to submit videos… Read more »
Birmingham Diners Raise £32,000 to Help Transform Children’s Brain Surgery
Independent restaurant group, Enchanted Ventures, is rewarding customers with an exclusive 20% off their bill after a landmark charity initiative helped raise more than £32,000 for Birmingham… Read more »
XOYO Birmingham Hosts England vs Norway World Cup Quarter Final
XOYO Birmingham will bring the national pride of the World Cup to Digbeth on Saturday 11 July, as England face Norway in a high-stakes Quarter Final. Fresh… Read more »
Liam Dillon Named Restaurant Chef of the Year
Liam Dillon, Chef Patron of Michelin-starred restaurant The Boat and neighbourhood pub The Two Pigs, has been named Restaurant Chef of the Year at the British Culinary… Read more »
ZIZZI GIVES AWAY 3390 FREE LASAGNE
Zizzi is giving away a total of 3,990 free lasagnes across its 133 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, with the first 30 guests through the door… Read more »
Why Every Commercial Roof Needs a Safe Step Over Platform
Commercial rooftops are no longer just protective coverings for buildings. They have become busy working environments that house HVAC systems, solar panels, ventilation units, pipework, and electrical… Read more »
Why Safety Platforms Are Essential for Working at Height
Working at height is one of the most hazardous tasks across industries such as construction, warehousing, manufacturing, and facilities management. Even relatively low-level falls can result in… Read more »
Amunbet: Features, Bonuses, and Gaming Experience
The online gaming market offers a wide range of platforms, making it important for players to compare features, promotions, and overall usability before creating an account. This… Read more »
How to Wear Latex Clothing with Confidence and Style
Fashion is a great way to express your personality, and few materials make a stronger impression than latex clothing. With its smooth finish, flattering fit, and modern… Read more »
How to Plan a Stress-Free Long-Distance Move
Photo by Aleksi Partanen on Unsplash Moving house is stressful at the best of times. Stretch that move across the country, or across an ocean, and the… Read more »
I’m a travel expert – here’s the simple tricks that could save your family hundreds on a summer road trip
Families heading off on a summer road trip are being warned that small habits could end up costing them big, but a few simple tricks can help… Read more »
Best ideas for engagement rings
Choosing an engagement ring is one of the most exciting, deeply personal, and sometimes overwhelming milestones in a relationship. This singular piece of jewelry isn’t just a… Read more »
Stephen K Amos headlines Funny to The Core at The Core Theatre
Funny to The Core is a monthly comedy club at The Core, bringing the best and funniest UK comedy talent to Solihull. August’s headliner is award-winning comedian… Read more »
The Rep launches new fundraising campaign with special concert featuring stars from Sweeney Todd: A Night with Meow Meow and Ramin Karimloo
Birmingham Rep announces a special one-off concert, A Night with Meow Meow and Ramin Karimloo on Sunday 16 Augustas part of the launch of its Raise The Roof fundraising campaign. Whilst The Rep’s main… Read more »
The Ivy Birmingham celebrates Wimbledon with new Centre Court Bombe and Casamigos cocktails
From strawberries and cream-inspired desserts to sporting season cocktails, The Ivy Collection is serving up a taste of Centre Court this summer [June 2026] As tennis fever… Read more »
Community Open Days at Mary Arden’s Farm this summer
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is celebrating summer at Mary Arden’s Farm with two Community Open Days on Saturday 18 July and Saturday 15 August, 10am – 4pm. The… Read more »
Ozzy Osbourne Legacy Explored in BCU Music Journal
Ozzy Osbourne on stage at Back to the Beginning. Credit: Sam John Jones A special issue of Riffs: Experimental Writing on Popular Music features never-before-seen photos of Ozzy’s early… Read more »
World Kebab Day next week: German Doner Kebab to offer 50% off mains all next week
3 July 2026: With World Kebab Day fast approaching (Fri 10th July), kebab leaders German Doner Kebab (GDK) are turning this national day into a week long celebration, (World Kebab… Read more »
Birmingham-founded creative studio gives back to local independents
To mark Keane’s 30th anniversary, they’re launching Made in Brum – an initiative giving one Birmingham independent food & drink business the opportunity to receive free brand support… Read more »
Hairspray the Musical to embark on a major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027
Mark Goucher, Matthew Gale and Laurence Myers are delighted to announce the return of Brenda Edwards (Loose Women, ITV; Paddington The Musical, Savoy) and Paul Kerryson’s production of Hairspray, which will embark on its second… Read more »
Celebrate Graduation at The Ivy Birmingham
The Ivy Temple Row, Birmingham 6th July – 31st July Join The Ivy for a special graduation celebration. The Ivy’s special Class of 2026 set menu offers… Read more »
Birmingham Repertory Theatre announces a range of Summer Drama Activities for young people
This July and August Birmingham Rep is offering a range of drama activities for anyone aged 3 – 25. Led by The Rep’s Creative Learning team, young… Read more »
3rd Sept. Folk Supergroup “Spell Songs” In Thin Air – New Album Tour. Birmingham Symphony Hall, Birmingham..
Folk by the Oak first commissioned this stellar collection of seven acclaimed Folk and World musicians – Karine Polwart, Julie Fowlis, Seckou Keita, Kris Drever, Rachel Newton, Beth… Read more »
HED SEVEN return with brand new album plus November/December ‘Shedcember X’ UK tour
Shed Seven are today announcing details of their forthcoming new album Shed Seven, which is set for release on 8th January 2027 via Cooking Vinyl. They are also sharing the album’s… Read more »
Sewing the seed for the next generation: Five Birmingham schools win awards for mini-barrow gardens at BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Two unique wheelbarrow garden displays, designed by Birmingham school children, have been awarded ‘Best in Show’ for their showstopping designs, at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Live…. Read more »
ONE WEEK ’til Mostly Jazz Festival | Fabio & Grooverider, Jalen Ngonda + more
It’s just seven short days until Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival returns to Birmingham’s Moseley Park, featuring drum’n’bass legends Fabio & Grooverider and The Outlook Orchestra, plus international British… Read more »
4TheFans Launches Europe’s Biggest Indoor Fan Park In Birmingham For England’s World Cup Quarter-Final
The original, immersive fan park brand, 4TheFans, has announced it will return to the Utilita Arena in Birmingham for an England World Cup Quarter-Final fan park on… Read more »
The Online Casino Is Now Built For The Quick Visit
Online casino does not always look like a long session anymore. Some players still sit down properly, open a few games, move between slots and live tables,… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – July 2026!
All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 3rd July Freak Out Presents The Velvet Tuxedo & Tuppenny Bunters @ The Night Owl Eddie Parker’s Airborn -Featuring… Read more »
Finland Is Building Its Own Gambling Commission — and the UK Wrote the Blueprint
For most of its history, Finnish gambling ran through one door: Veikkaus, the state-owned operator with exclusive rights to lotteries, betting, slots, and casino games. That era… Read more »
How to Get a Taste of Finland Without Leaving Birmingham
You don’t need a flight to Helsinki to bump into Finnish culture. Birmingham, of all places, has a handful of genuine touchpoints — a wood-heated urban sauna… Read more »
Best places for a night out in Birmingham
Birmingham has earned its reputation as one of the UK’s best cities for a night out. Whether you’re planning an evening packed with live music, great food,… Read more »
Films from Fri 3 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Invite (15) Opening with an anti-marriage quote by Oscar Wilde, the… Read more »
How Does AI Reception Staff Optimize Service?
Every front desk interaction with a visitor creates a lasting impression. The first few seconds of contact in a hotel, clinic, or office shape how professional and… Read more »
Display of paintings of Yardley’s rural past opens at Blakesley Hall
Image: A Footpath to Sheldon, 1935. Credit: Florence Mare © The Artist’s Estate. Photo by Birmingham Museums Trust. A new display celebrating the work of local artist… Read more »
Acclaimed UK Saxophonist collaborating with the CBSO
Amateur musicians of all ages will get the chance to rehearse and perform with award-winning saxophonist and CBSO Collaborative Artist Jess Gillam as part of ‘CBSO in the… Read more »
The Coral Tour Announcement + New Video
The Coral have announced their first headline UK tour in almost three years a month after surprise releasing their acclaimed, thirteenth album, 388. Opening in Sheffield on… Read more »
’SIX WEEKS OF SUMMER’ SHOWS LAUNCHED AT DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND
Downstairs At The Grand has announced ‘Six Weeks of Summer’, a new entertainment series running for 6 weeks, featuring Ibiza classics, nostalgic summer anthems and more This… Read more »
Music Cinema Event Of The Year Comes to Birmingham – André Rieu’s 2026 summer concert Viva Maastricht! comes to over 600 cinemas across the UK – From 8th August
TICKETS ON SALE NOW – WWW.ANDREINCINEMAS.COM Step into a spectacular evening of music, joy, and celebration with André Rieu’s 2026 Maastricht Concert – Viva Maastricht! Captured live in the breathtaking… Read more »
Late-Night Convenience Trends: What Melbourne Residents Expect From On-Demand Services
Melbourne has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most active and fast-moving cities. From late-night dining and entertainment to shift-based industries and remote work culture, many… Read more »