Birmingham residents call for improved conditions for pedestrians
An impressive number of people already walk, wheel or cycle in Birmingham (at least 43% on five days a week or more). That’s according to a new… Read more »
The Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival announce full programme
The Heath Bookshop announce the full programme for their inaugural The Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival which takes place in and around Kings Heath, Birmingham 18… Read more »
DINE OUT AT GUSTO ITALIAN THIS MOTHER’S DAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN
Gusto Italian, the home of special occasions, invites guests to celebrate the wonderful women in their lives to commemorate Mother’s Day on Sunday 10th March. Each Mother’s… Read more »
Birmingham 4 Peace in Palestine 2024
Sun, 3 Mar 2024 15:30 – 21:30 GMT Centrala, Fazeley Street, Birmingham, UK158 Fazeley Street Birmingham B5 5RT SPECIAL MENTION TO SERENA AND ZEE, TWO ANGELS I… Read more »
Thomas Truax / The Retinal Circus / Kate Arnold @ Centrala 8th March 2024
Thomas Truax Merging a fevered imagination and solid songwriting with a mad scientist’s brain for weird gadgets, American singer Thomas Truax is a true one-off. He is… Read more »
The Streets, Jungle, Cian Ducrot and Ocean Colour Scene confirmed as headliners for Centenary Square Summer Series.
Taking place over the August Bank Holiday weekend, the outdoor concert series will transform Birmingham’s iconic Centenary Square into a hub of live music, bookended by headline… Read more »
Spring Budget support vital for survival, new NTE report shows strong public desire to socialise amidst exceptional inflationary pressures says NTIA
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) today releases its third annual Night-time Economy Report, highlighting the intricate dynamics and challenges facing the UK’s vibrant nocturnal landscape. Spearheaded… Read more »
Delivering 29 meals to Birmingham’s Women and Children’s Hospital maternity unit to celebrate leap day
As a way to give a little extra on this bonus day, TCT wanted to celebrate the workers bringing the next generation of ‘leaplings’ (those born on… Read more »
Special Guests announced for MOSTLY JAZZ Kurupt FM, Greentea Peng
Kurupt FM and Greentea Peng have been announced as Special Guests at Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 12 to Sunday 14 July 2024). They will… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – March 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this March 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to offer… Read more »
Work to deliver Midlands Rail Hub set to begin with £123 million
Work on the Midlands Rail Hub is set to begin after ministers provided an initial £123 million funding injection. The transformational upgrade project is part of the Government’s… Read more »
Renowned Fashion Icon Karen Millen OBE to Headline International Women’s Day Conference and Expo in Birmingham
International Women’s Day is set to be celebrated in grandeur this year as Karen Millen OBE, the esteemed fashion designer and businesswoman, takes centre stage as the… Read more »
MADE Festival Announces Headliners For 10th Anniversary
The West Midlands’ biggest and best-loved festival of music and arts returns to Digbeth in the heart of Birmingham as it celebrates 10 years. Headlining on Saturday… Read more »
St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park naming rights partnership to launch with World Premiere UB40 concert on April 1, 2024
Birmingham City Football Club has joined forces with global reggae stars UB40 to officially launch the Club’s naming rights partnership, St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park, on April… Read more »
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Selfridges Birmingham
Selfridges celebrates motherhood in all its forms, whether that be mothers, mums-to-be or maternal figures. This year, Selfridges has curated a series of extraordinary workshops, events and… Read more »
New Music from Birmingham’s Finest
Lucky Number You return with the single “Hands On The Horizon”. Hi there good folks of Grapevine Birmingham! We just wanted to let you know about our… Read more »
TRANSPORT ACROSS WEST MIDLANDS TO BE TRANSFORMED WITH NEW £1.2 BILLION INVESTMENT
Millions of people in the West Midlands will benefit from better public transport, reduced congestion and upgraded local bus and train stations as the Government continues to… Read more »
TV STAR BEN FOGLE GOES WILD TO SHARE HIS LIFE CHANGING ENCOUNTERS
BIRMINGHAM, TOWN HALL – TUESDAY MARCH 5 Broadcaster and adventurer Ben Fogle will be bringing out his wild side once more as his latest tour heads to Birmingham. Sharing inspiring… Read more »
Birmingham Sustainability – Worth The Weight Kilo Sale
Experts predict that 2024 will see the trend of shopping second hand increase dramatically – with the cost of living going up and worries about climate change,… Read more »
X-Factor Winner Joins New-Look Children’s Activities Week 2024
The annual national campaign sees thousands of children fundraising for charity Children’s Activities Week (CAW), the UK’s largest annual celebration of children’s activities and fundraising event is… Read more »
Metropolis Music announces the inaugural Centenary Square Summer Series – a four-day festival series in the heart of Birmingham
Metropolis Music has announced the inaugural Centenary Square Summer Series – a four-day 4,999 capacity festival series in the heart of Birmingham. Taking place across the August Bank Holiday weekend… Read more »
Stuart Deeley, 2019 MasterChef Professionals Winner announces new venture Stu Deeley at Laghi’s
Laghi’s neighbourhood restaurant, nestled in the heart of Edgbaston is delighted to announce the exciting appointment of Executive Chef Stuart Deeley. With his innovative approach to flavour,… Read more »
MOSTLY JAZZ FESTIVAL Phase 2 LEFTFIELD, YUSSEF DAYES +more
JAMES LAVELLE | MR SCRUFF | DAWN RICHARD | MUNGO’S HI FI | JAMES HUNTER | RYAN HOPE + MORE Leftfield, Yussef Dayes and The Blackbyrds are among the headline… Read more »
Best Friends Reopen Iconic Burger Spot in Harborne
Beloved Burger hotspot Bun & Barrel, on Harborne High Street, has reopened its doors after 5 months of closure. The restaurant known for the ‘Best Burgers In… Read more »
The Indian Brewery Expands Its Presence in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter with Exciting New Brewery and Taproom
The Indian Brewery Expands Its Presence in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter with Exciting New Brewery and Taproom The Indian Brewery is thrilled to announce its official expansion into… Read more »
Rosie Tee – new mini-album ‘Night Creature’ + UK tour
Rosie Tee is the musical project of the composer and performer of the same name, alongside a group of a close-knit musician friends and collaborators, who collectively forge… Read more »
Birmingham Rum Festival 2024
Rum lovers will be delighted to hear that the much-loved Birmingham Rum Festival will be returning to The Cuban Embassy, Moseley, this Summer. The event, now in… Read more »
Fighting for good in Solihull!
Amateur fighters from Solihull are preparing to battle out it in the name of good causes at a charity boxing evening organised by local Rotarians next month…. Read more »
Night Time Industries Association and the Institute of Hospitality Join Forces for LeaveNoOneBehind Campaign
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), has announced the Institute of Hospitality is supporting their #LeaveNoOneBehind campaign by sharing it with its 16,000 members. The campaign is… Read more »
TWO WEST MIDLANDS CHARITIES TO BENEFIT FROM £8,000 FUNDRAISING DRIVE
Sydney Mitchell, which has offices across Birmingham and has been serving the West Midlands for over 260 years, held a ‘Meet and Greet’ the charities event earlier… Read more »
Birmingham’s Eloquent Dance Company awarded life-changing Youth Investment Fund grant to transform Arts Centre in Aston
Eloquent Dance company, who support hundreds of young people from across the city, have been awarded a transformational grant from the Youth Investment Fund, which will see… Read more »
Restaurant and music bar MoonCat opens at Utilita Arena
A brand new restaurant and bar concept has opened at Utilita Arena promising an exciting mix of Japanese food, cocktails and live music. MoonCat is open 7… Read more »
ALSO24 Festival line-up announced at Compton Verney
ALSO FESTIVAL MAKES FIRST LINE-UP ANNOUNCEMENT FOR ALSO24 INCLUDING: NATALIE HAYNES – SIR MICHAEL MARMOT – NELS ABBEY –TIM MARSHALL – PHILIPPA PERRY STORNOWAY – JESSICA WINTER… Read more »
Wear Wellies For Winston’s Wish – The UK’s First Children’s Bereavement Charity
The UK’s first children and young people’s bereavement charity Winston’s Wish is calling upon local communities to wear wellies on the 29th of February. This leap year,… Read more »
Blood, plasma, and platelet donors in Birmingham surprised with roses for Valentine’s Day
Several blood, plasma, and platelet donors at Birmingham donor centre were surprised with an appropriately coloured rose to mark Valentine’s Day and thank them for their life-saving… Read more »
Kings Heath United Against Racism Organises Birmingham Palestine Weekender Music & Arts Fest 30 – 31 March 2024
Kings Heath United Against Racism, in collaboration with local venues, proudly announces the Birmingham Palestine All-Dayer Festival, scheduled to take place on Sat 30 & Sun 31… Read more »
The Old Crown’s St. Patrick’s Programme Returns With 9 Days of Exciting Events
The Old Crown, Birmingham’s oldest pub is back with another year of St Patrick’s celebrations! With nine days full of exciting events, there is something for everyone… Read more »
All aboard for new recruits during National Apprenticeship Week
This National Apprenticeship Week, train operator CrossCountry has welcomed a new cohort of eight apprentice train drivers to their headquarters in Birmingham, set to be ‘trained up’… Read more »
How Birmingham landmark could look if funds are not found to replace roof
Stark images have been released of how St Paul’s Church in the Jewellery Quarter could look if water damage continues to ravage the roof and interiors of… Read more »
Half a Heart charity celebrates 30 year anniversary with new awareness campaign
Little Hearts Matter, the only charity in the UK & Ireland dedicated to supporting and empowering anyone affected by the diagnosis of a single ventricle heart condition… Read more »
One Billion Rising Flash mob in Birmingham – 14th Feb
The Active Wellbeing Society and women’s charity WE:ARE will be joining the One Billion Rising Movement once again, with a flash mob in Birmingham City Centre. This year’s event is… Read more »
Game-changing UK arts and social space relaunches with world-class cultural programme
– Hockley Social Club in Birmingham will present cutting-edge and diverse arts, comedy, music, and talks alongside award-winning street food, following significant investment in revamp of 10,000… Read more »
Police Now officers receive bravery award for removing loaded firearm from the streets of Birmingham
Police Sergeant Akeel Akhtar and Police Constable Aikam Hundal were presented with bravery awards last week for successfully detaining an individual in Birmingham and removing a loaded… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – February 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this January 2024 with a smattering of DJ events for good measure. We search high and low to bring to… Read more »
Moseley Record Fair: Spring 2024 Season
Sunday 4 February 2024 Moseley All Services Club, Church Road, Birmingham, B13 9EA Doors open at 12pm, ends at 4pm Cafe & DJs Free entrance http://moseleyrecordfair.com/ FUTURE… Read more »
ONE | BIRD – Amina Khayyam Dance Company at Birmingham Hippodrome 28-29 February
Amina Khayyam Dance Company is returning to the Birmingham Hippodrome‘s Patrick Studio on 28th and 29th February with ONE | BIRD, a double-bill of high intensity Kathak, south Asian classical dance. Following… Read more »
Dear Evan Hansen at The Alexandra 22 to 26 October – TikTok talent search
The casting team of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, in collaboration with TikTok, are searching for the next generation of talent to star in the first ever UK tour of… Read more »
New theatre show at MAC for IWW
Arts Council England NPO (National Portfolio Organisation) Gazebo Theatre are set to captivate audiences on a nationwide tour this March, with ‘WANTED,’ an innovative, unique, and truly… Read more »
Can Birmingham Businesses help Brum Bite Back?
Brum Bites Back! is the new campaign from the Food Justice Network (FJN). We want everyone in Birmingham to have access to food, and we’re asking citizens and businesses… Read more »
Cheese Lovers Unite – Birmingham Seasonal Markets Cheese Fest Returns!
Calling all cheese enthusiasts! Get ready to indulge in a seriously cheesy celebration at Seasonal Markets ‘Cheese Fest’ on March 23rd, 2024. Held at The Bond in… Read more »