Digbeth First Friday 6 September
This September, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month: Cashpot Amusements: THE POWER… Read more »
Brumbeat Gig Guide September 2019
Our Birmingham live music & DJ guide for September 2019, offers original and alternative nightlife, gigs, parties and music listings. We work with local promoters and venues each month to… Read more »
National Album Day partners with Network Rail to launch Album Exhibition in Stations around the UK
A touring exhibition celebrating the sounds of Scotland, the North, the Midlands and London & the South is set to launch next month as part of the… Read more »
The App That Will Help You To Support Local Independent Businesses
Six years ago, a little-known project called Independent Birmingham was born. Initially a website designed to shine a light on Birmingham’s marvellous independent culture, and champion the… Read more »
Perishing Shrines Lisa Ross at Argentea Gallery 21st September – 2nd November
Argentea Gallery is extremely proud to present Perishing Shrines, an exhibition of photographs by Lisa Ross from her Living Shrines project. Since 2002 New York based artist… Read more »
Return to Nature festival
A free day out for the whole family, this exciting new micro-festival, situated in beautiful ancient woodland, will include an environmental arts trail of immersive installations, live… Read more »
56th Anniversary of Rolling Stones Birmingham Debut to be celebrated 15th September
Satisfaction is guaranteed for Rolling Stones fans Sunday 15 September at King’s Heath’s mini festival featuring over 5 hours of Rolling Stones music to celebrate the 56th… Read more »
Digbeth Dining Club to host first street party in over 3 years
For the first time in over 3 years, one of the UK’s most popular street food destinations, Digbeth Dining Club, are bringing back their famous street closure… Read more »
Jon Harris bringing alternative music to Brum!
Jon Harris has been DJ’ing since 1990. Through that first decade he was a resident at various nights at clubs such as The Que Club (The Bubble… Read more »
Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Middle Child presents Rebel Music by Robin French 19 Sep 2019 – 05 Oct 19
It’s the sweltering hot summer of 1976. The country is in economic turmoil. The far right is on the march. Rock Against Racism puts white punk bands… Read more »
Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme to support children and young people
In January 2020 we are launching Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme that has been designed to support children and young people (aged 8-18 years) who… Read more »
A whole lotta soul at The Night Owl Brunch
Celebrate the sunshine with our summer brunches! Those who know The Night Owl know we’re all about the soul. It’s in everything we do, from records we… Read more »
The Legitimate Peaky Blinders Festival ft Primal Scream and Mike Skinner
AEG Presents and Steven Knight Present, in association with Caryn Mandabach Productions and Endemol Shine Group Digbeth, Central Birmingham September 14th & 15th , 2019 An incredible, official… Read more »
Sumosoundsystem present Raise the Ruth Fundraiser AUG 9th
SUMOSOUNDSYSTEM PRESENT RAISE THE RUTH FUNDRAISER FRIDAY 09/08/2019 HARE AND HOUNDS VENUE 2 Advance tickets available (£5+bf) Slightly more on the door, any and all further donations… Read more »
Kingfisher invites families to enjoy a summer of activities
Kingfisher Shopping Centre, is inviting families to visit the centre during the summer holidays and enjoy a host of fun activities come rain or shine. Kingfisher will… Read more »
Jake Bugg’s First Gig Comes to Jewellery Quarter Thursday 25th July, Acapella Bar
Acoustickle was Jake Bugg, Georgie Rose, Saint Raymond and Yazmin Lacey’s first gig. Thanks to Arts Council funding, the brand is venturing to renowned musical city, Birmingham,… Read more »
Laura Mvula heartfelt acceptance speech after receiving honorary doctorate from BCU
The acclaimed British singer and composer Laura Mvula has paid tribute to her family in a heartfelt acceptance speech after receiving an honorary doctorate from Birmingham City… Read more »
Beer Central Festival Review
The first weekend in July saw the Beer Central Festival roll into Digbeth and I was invited to attend and check out the show, and what a… Read more »
The Old Crown Shortlisted in the Great British Pub Awards
Birmingham’s ancient pub has been nominated for ‘Best Beer Garden’ in the 2019 Great British Pub Awards. The Old Crown in Deritend, Digbeth, has been standing proud… Read more »
Escape The Boredom This Summer Holidays
If the summer holidays are a daunting time, particularly when it comes to sorting childcare, juggling work and also making sure the children don’t get bored, then… Read more »
Kingfisher Welcomes New Dance Academy from Renowned Choreographer
Kingfisher Shopping Centre will be opening its doors for the first time to Shaun Paul Smith’s Dance Academy, inviting children and young adults, aged between 3 and… Read more »
Flatpack’s Beware The Moon Screenings Return to Dudley Castle This August
Dudley Zoological Gardens are again teaming up with Flatpack Projects to present the cinema spectacular BEWARE THE MOON. Dudley Castle will once again be transformed into a vast… Read more »
Dig Brew Gets All Pumped Up for Brum Beer Week
Birmingham’s award-winning Dig Brew brewery will help to keep fans of cycling and opera on the edge of their seats during Birmingham Beer Week. The annual event,… Read more »
Beavertown Brewery talk at The Victoria 28th July!
Love Beer? Love BBQ? Then Hello! Join Beavertown Brewery as their talented beer brewer will talk you across 4 of their craft inventions, matched perfectly with the… Read more »
90-year-old Marie Curie volunteer receives prestigious British Citizen Award
A Marie Curie volunteer has been awarded for her 25 years of service, with a prestigious British Citizen Award – Volunteer (BCAv). Molly Bird has been volunteering… Read more »
Digbeth soul and retro club announces first ever festival
Birmingham’s award winning soul and retro nightclub The Night Owl is hosting its first ever festival this summer, themed around the famous Woodstock festival. The American music… Read more »
Beware the Moon returns, Dudley Castle is pulling up its portcullis for you again this summer.
Beware the Moon has returned, so get ready to shudder and scream as Dudley Castle is pulling up its portcullis for you again this summer. For our… Read more »
Birmingham’s Oldest Pub The Old Crown To Show Wimbledon Live On The Big Screen This July
The Old Crown also takes home Traditional Pub of the Year at the 2019 Midlands Food, Drink & Hospitality Awards The Old Crown’s outdoor screen will be… Read more »
What’s on at 1000 Trades This July!
Sound check… one, two Pioneering live music and DJ sets from some of Birmingham’s best, music is the beating heart of 1000 Trades. See more on Facebook. FRIDAY 5… Read more »
Upcoming art exhibition by Pamina Stewart Face or Flight July 12 – 10 October 2019
Pamina Stewart has exhibited both internationally and across the UK. Working with a range of media (painting, printing, drawing and sculpture) her diverse career has included: Artist… Read more »
Brumbeat Gig Guide July 2019
Our Birmingham live music & DJ guide for July 2019, offers original and alternative nightlife, gigs, parties and music listings. We work with local promoters and venues each month to… Read more »
Digbeth First Friday July 2019
This July, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month: Centrala: Late night opening… Read more »
Kingfisher Shopping Centre has announced its three new charity partners for the next 12 months
Kingfisher Shopping Centre has announced its three new charity partners for the next 12 months. After being shortlisted following nominations received, the Redditch-based charities received the highest… Read more »
Rare treat for Birmingham Children’s Hospital as Rodizio Rico raise thousands in special charity event
Rodizio Rico, UK & Birmingham’s first authentic Brazilian Churrascaria restaurant, played host to an innovative ‘pay what you feel’ dinner last night, raising £3,756 for Birmingham Children’s… Read more »
Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler launch blockbuster Black Sabbath exhibition in Birmingham
Visual spectacle featuring over 1,000 items celebrating the iconic band and their fans The show forms part of a season of exhibitions, which celebrate Birmingham and the… Read more »
Peaky Blinders – The Live Escape Game
The world’s first official Peaky Blinders escape rooms are set to be unveiled after the show’s production company agreed a deal with a Midlands-based operator. Escape Live… Read more »
The BBC Good Food Show Summer 2019 review
The BBC Good Food Show Summer returned to the NEC in Birmingham Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 June for four days, packed with the latest products and trends,… Read more »
New Look For Moseley Festival 4-7 July
More than just the street fair – fun events for the whole community across 4 days New events for Moseley Festival in 2019 include live music at… Read more »
Listening Sessions at the Dark Horse 29th June
After the huge success of our debut with the mighty Om Unit at the Dark Horse, we are back at Moseley’s best music venue with a host… Read more »
Post-PARADISE 19 at Centrala
Date: 28.06.2019 Time: 8pm Price: 5_GBP / PWYC Place: Centrala, Unit 4 Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, B5 5RT Birmingham Post-Paradise is a grassroots experimental music series… Read more »
Brum’s creative quarter reveals its new brand…
Birmingham’s creative quarter and one of the city’s most distinctive neighbourhoods has revealed its new brand, which celebrates the rich character of Digbeth, an area that has been… Read more »
BBC Good Food Show and BBC Gardeners World Live return to Brum
The BBC Good Food Show Summer and BBC Gardeners’ World Live return to the NEC in Birmingham from Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 June for four fabulous… Read more »
Digbeth First Friday June 2019
This June, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! Friday 7 June 10am until late. On offer… Read more »
Royal Enfield is Returning to Redditch
After 52 years, Royal Enfield is returning to Redditch! The borough has been chosen for the exclusive European unveiling of a new model to Royal Enfield’s brand… Read more »
Free Co-Working Day at Alpha Works!
It’s a FREE Co-Working Day on Tuesday 11th June at Alpha Works, so come along and try out the collaborative Co-Work space in the heart of Birmingham… Read more »
NOT NORMAL NOT OK campaign challenging sexual assault in city’s music venues.
Working directly with live music venues, promoters, West Midlands Police, and the Birmingham based Rape & Sexual Violence Project (RSVP), NOT NORMAL NOT OK has launched a… Read more »
St Patrick’s Festival Birmingham launches cultural calendar with Irish folk giants The Chieftains
50 years of music celebrated with an evening of pipers, dancers, choral singers and more at the city’s historic Grade-I listed Town Hall – the band’s only… Read more »
Cancer Research UK Shine Night Walk Birmingham
Starting in Centenary Square Birmingham at 7:30pm Join together at Shine Night walk as you light up the streets of Birmingham Birmingham, are you ready for a… Read more »
Consultation launched for the regeneration of Martineau Galleries
Hammerson, which owns and manages Bullring & Grand Central, has invited Birmingham residents to a public exhibition to present its plans for Martineau Galleries. The regeneration of… Read more »
Birmingham Design Festival launches Digbeth!
Birmingham’s creative quarter and one of the city’s most distinctive neighbourhoods has revealed its new brand. The brand will be presented at the Birmingham Design Festival this… Read more »