All Of Us Strangers, Fabulous Femininities and filmmakers discussion
Join Stirchley Open Cinema and Journey Film for a cinematic double-screening followed by a filmmaker’s discussion to celebrate Pride. Book tickets About the event: In this special Pride event we’re bringing… Read more »
Hennessey’s Launches New Music Night
One of the biggest and well known independent bars in Birmingham is to launch a Friday Night acoustic music session and is looking for local bands and… Read more »
The Future of Jobs Is coming to Birmingham, with the Hiyrd App!
Say hello to the future of job searching and hiring with the Hiyrd app, a Liverpool-based startup that is modernising the jobs market now set their sights… Read more »
RUSH – A Joyous Jamaican Journey
Nationally celebrated RUSH Theatre Company will be making their return to the Birmingham Rep later this month with their critically acclaimed production, RUSH – A Joyous Jamaican Journey, which will return to… Read more »
Birmingham Vintage Kilo Sale Worth The Weight
As the cost living continues to rise and as purse strings remain perpetually tight, people are looking at more ways to be savvy this summer – that… Read more »
Anniversary of The Rep’s Climate Emergency Declaration
A REMARKABLE JOURNEY TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY In June 2023 Birmingham Rep declared Climate Emergency. Led by Executive Producer Chloe Naldrett, The Rep’s initial declaration was followed by a week… Read more »
Public call for memories of roller skating at the Tower Ballroom
Bertz Associates are creating a community documentary about the history of roller skating in Birmingham which started in 1876 with the building of the Tower Ballroom at… Read more »
New Exhibition at National Trust property Birmingham Back to Backs – Moving Stories
A new exhibition highlighting the parallels of residents who were moved out of back-to-back housing in the late 1960s and those being rehomed from tower blocks in… Read more »
Raise Your Glasses to Birmingham Rum Festival as it returns to The Cuban Embassy
Limited tickets are still available for the much-loved Birmingham Rum Festival which will be returning to The Cuban Embassy, Moseley, this June. The event, now in its… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this June 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »
Pure Evil becomes resident evil at Seventh Circle Gallery
Independent gallery Seventh Circle Artworks & Aesthetics is living up to its reputation as an art scene disruptor again, this time bringing Pure Evil (aka Charles Uzzell-Edwards)… Read more »
Samuel Boulton’s Three-Night Japanese Pop-Up Event
In response to overwhelming demand following the closure of Shibuya Underground, Japanese drinks expert Samuel Boulton is set to host a special three-night pop-up event, offering a… Read more »
Rising UK reggae royalty to release debut EP, announced as UK arena tour opener for UB40
Young Culture on Facebook | Young Culture on Instagram | Young Culture on Spotify Rising UK reggae royalty Young Culture has shared new single ‘All My Days’ ahead of their debut EP release… Read more »
UK community choir endorsed by Madonna break through to Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals
Northants Sings Out (NSO), the cross-genre community choir that caught the ear of The Queen of Pop Madonna, has been announced as a Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist…. Read more »
Nina Raine’s stunning play CONSENT at The Crescent
Is Justice blind? Or is she blinkered? That’s the question asked by Nina Raine’s powerful, painful and darkly funny play Consent, which hits The Crescent’s stage on… Read more »
B Eats and Abbey Road Studios host free music performances
Every day from 28th May-31st May, B:Eats will host a free music performance as part of B:Music’s collaboration with Abbey Road Studio B:Eats, a daytime cafe and… Read more »
Rock choir to headline NSPCC flagship family fundraiser at Canon Hill Park
Birmingham’s Canon Hill Park will play host to a major NSPCC fundraising event for families next month. Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s flagship fundraising event, with funds… Read more »
Still Walking | Sherlock Walks | 13 June – 17 July 2024
Announcing a season of Sherlock Holmes-themed events taking place in Birmingham this summer, inspired by the stories and methods of the world’s greatest detective, and led by… Read more »
The Glee Club Birmingham – Event Listings June 2024
BIRMINGHAM COMEDY LISTINGSHighlights include:Kane Brown, Tommy Sandhu, Catherine Bohart, Emmanuel Sonubi Full listings spreadsheet here. BIRMINGHAM MUSIC LISTINGSHighlights include: Pub Choir, Tom McRae Full listings spreadsheet here. BIRMINGHAM OTHER… Read more »
Fan Favourite Birmingham Coffee Festival Returns with a Focus on Wellbeing This July
Birmingham, UK – Get ready to caffeinate and celebrate as Cup North announces the return of Birmingham Coffee Festival from 5th to 7th July at The New… Read more »
ROXY LANES WILL BE OFFERING £5 BOWLING FOR KIDS DURING MAY HALF TERM
Competitive gaming venue Roxy Lanes, will be offering £5 bowling for kids during the May Half Term week. The offer will be available from 25th May – 2nd June on bookings made… Read more »
Creative Health at Ikon
Ikon presents a programme of exhibitions and events that engage audiences in dialogue about health and wellbeing. Conversations range from infant feeding in public spaces and the… Read more »
SOLAR EYES PSYCH DUO ANNOUNCE AUTUMN UK SHOWS
Mesmeric Midlands duo – SOLAR EYES – have announced a fresh stretch of UK dates for this Autumn. With their rave received s/t debut album out in… Read more »
Award-winning comic added to festival lineup ahead of thousands of comedy fans arriving in Warwick
Thousands of stand-up comedy fans are set to descend on Warwick Castle this Bank Holiday weekend for the region’s second annual open-air event dedicated to laughter. Cobra… Read more »
Silhill Brewery to open new taproom in Aston
Silhill Brewery is moving its base of operations to Aston, opening its first ever taproom this month. After 10 years in Solihull the independent brewery is expanding,… Read more »
NEC GROUP SUPPORTS BIRMINGHAM PRIDE
On Saturday 25th May those participating in the Birmingham Pride parade will be able to park at Utilita Arena Birmingham for £5 between 9am and 7pm. Located… Read more »
Solihull short film festival invites entry submissions
Solihull Council and Culture Solihull are proud to present the second annual Short is Beautiful Film Festival, which will take place on 22 October at Cineworld in… Read more »
AnimeCon levels up for its return to NEC Birmingham in June 2024
AnimeCon UK returns to the NEC, bringing the biggest celebration of manga and Otaku culture to Birmingham on 15th and 16th of June 2024. AnimeCon UK will… Read more »
Kings Heath Comedy Festival Launches This July
This summer, the vibrant community of Kings Heath, will be buzzing with laughter as it hosts its first-ever Comedy Festival from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th July. This exciting… Read more »
UK community choir gets star boost…from Madonna
The Queen of Pop shares a cover of her chart-topping song ‘Music’ performed by Northants Sings Out (NSO) to her 20 million Instagram followers TV personality Chloe… Read more »
The Old Crown is giving a first look at Brum’s newest seafood boil this bank holiday
The Old Crown, Birmingham’s oldest pub established in 1368, is hosting a free-entry Mardi Gras party this bank holiday weekend (Saturday 25th May, from 5pm). Expect a… Read more »
Special needs youngsters compete in second Rotary Cricket Tournament
Sporting youngsters with special needs in the West Midlands were among those who competed in a cricket competition organised by Erdington Rotary Club. More than 120 children… Read more »
Landlords mark decade at historic pub with two-day family festival
Families are being invited to a new two-day festival to help the licensees celebrate a decade in charge of their popular village pub. Nick and Emma Woodhouse… Read more »
Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures skates into the UK this winter
Grab your mouse ears and get ready as Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures skates back into the UK, whisking families away on an immersive getaway full of magical participatory moments…. Read more »
Birmingham Bach Choir’s SUMMER CONCERT 2024 (B’ham & Warwick)
Bednall, Bernstein, Elgar & Spicer Saturday 29 June 2024, Warwick Saturday 6 July 2024, BirminghamFollowing a series of themed performances, Birmingham Bach Choir’s annual Summer Concert sees… Read more »
Everything Digbeth – Open Day coming to the Creative Quarter in June
Studios, shops and businesses will showcase what they do with special offers, entertainment and more on Saturday 22nd June! Zellig presents,in collaboration with Digbeth Arts Space, Everything… Read more »
Children’s Activities Week Begins!
Children’s Activities Week (CAW), the UK’s largest annual celebration of children’s activities and fundraising event, is now live until 19th May. The exciting week of fun and fundraising… Read more »
ALSO24 Festival latest line-up announced
More than 100 events have been added to the line-up for ALSO Festival’s upcoming 11th edition: ALSO24, taking place 12th – 14th July at Park Farm, Compton… Read more »
adi Group Continue Fundraising for BCH
The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run, this year held on May 5th, is the Midlands’ biggest running event, challenging participants to run either a half marathon or… Read more »
Van Gogh Immersive Experience Announces Birmingham Dates
A dazzling immersive show which celebrates the life and incredible art of Vincent van Gogh is coming to Birmingham this summer. Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience has… Read more »
SINGING IS THE BEST MEDICINE FOR PATIENTS AT BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S HOSPTIAL
The patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital are having their moment in the spotlight after becoming the stars of a new charity single and music video. It’s raising… Read more »
Site 2024 – 14 art, craft and design graduates create and showcase new work over four days
In:Site takes place outside at Birmingham Cathedral, 21 – 24 May 2024. Over 4 days, 14 recently graduated artists will work with people passing by to create… Read more »
The American musical Gypsy opens in Birmingham on Saturday 11th May
Critics and audiences around the world consider Gypsy to be the best ever American musical.A spectacular new production at The Crescent Theatre in Brindley Place, Birmingham, with… Read more »
This Town stars, musicians and fans mark 45 years of 2-Tone at special BBC event
Actors from the Steven Knight drama This Town joined members of pioneering British bands The Specials, The Selecter, and The Beat in marking the 45th anniversary of… Read more »
Walk In-memory To Support Bereavement Services
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospitals Charity invites the public to take on its annual In-Memory Woodland Walk to help raise funds to support bereavement services at the… Read more »
Little Faces Big Feelings Collection on show at the iconic Library of Birmingham
Public Opening Event Thursday 18th April, 6pm-8pm “Little Faces Big Feelings” is a poignant photographic collection documenting and highlighting the profound impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – May 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this May 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »
Frankie Goes To Bollywood
FRANKIE GOES TO BOLLYWOOD is coming to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from 11 – 15 June Rifco Theatre Company’s most spectacular and ambitious musical to date, in partnership with Watford Palace… Read more »
The first national celebration of Vietnamese film in cinemas Star Nha Ease Vietnamese Cinema is coming to Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham
The first national celebration of Vietnamese film in cinemas Star Nhà Ease: Vietnamese Cinema is coming to Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham. The season will introduce Vietnamese cinema to UK audiences… Read more »
SKA FEVER – BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL SKA & REGGAE FESTIVAL EXPECT HUGE INTEREST DUE TO NEW BBC DRAMA THIS TOWN
As Birmingham takes centre stage in the global spotlight with the release of “This Town,” a gripping drama series created by renowned screenwriter Steven Knight, the Birmingham… Read more »