Opening date announced for ‘game-changing’ food and nightlife destination
– Dockworks Waterfront, an independent 7,000-sq ft canalside dining and event venue in Brierley Hill, Dudley, reveals opening date of Friday 27 February 2026 – Masterchef Professionals… Read more »
National Theatre Live screenings at The Core Theatre
Enjoy the best of British theatre on the big screen at The Core Theatre with National Theatre Live! Settle back and relax as the West End comes… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announce full cast for A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Birmingham Rep have today revealed the full cast for their upcoming production of Shakespeare’s ever popular A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which promises a distinctively Birmingham version from… Read more »
JIM JONES ALL STARS – Announce BIRMINGHAM Gig in APRIL Touring New Album
JIM JONES ALL STARS (fronted by legendary testifier Jim Jones – formerly of Thee Hypnotics, Black Moses, The Jim Jones Revue & Jim Jones & The Righteous… Read more »
The Bracknell share new video + tour info
Almost a year to the day since releasing their second album ‘Falling Out Of View’ and Essex’s electrifying indie-rock heroes The Bracknall now complete the era by sharing an ambitious, cinematic new video… Read more »
Beach Bones play The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Saturday 21st FebruaryVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/beach-bones/the-sunflower-lounge/3556354 The Sunflower Lounge gears up for a full throttle night of punk mayhem as Beach Bønes… Read more »
Noise Maker Market Comes to Birmingham: A Celebration of Independent Music Gear, Creativity & Community
Noise Maker Market is Birmingham’s newest dedicated gathering for effects builders, boutique instrument makers, and gear enthusiasts; it takes place on Sunday, 29 March 2026 at Centrala,… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – February 2026!
All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 1st Feb Moseley Folk Festival present Midlake + special guests – Jane Weaver, The Brethren, The… Read more »
Acclaimed Icelandic singer-songwriter ÁSGEIR announces new album & April 2026 UK tour
On his fifth studio album, ‘Julia’, out February 13th 2026 via One Little Independent Records, Icelandic singer-songwriter Ásgeir enters intriguing and uncharted territory. After years of engaging translators such as John Grant and working with… Read more »
Godskitchen returns to Birmingham | Bank Holiday Sunday 24 May 2026
Godskitchen returns to Birmingham on Bank Holiday Sunday, 24th May 2026, with a full-scale day-and-night event that brings the brand back to the city where it all… Read more »
Tickets on sale for The Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival
Tickets are on sale now for The Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival which runs from 15 – 19 April in spaces and places across Kings Heath,… Read more »
DEA MATRONA – On Tour In The UK This February Supporting The Beaches – Birmingham Date
Following a run of European dates with The Darkness and the release of their hypnotic, riff-driven track “Magic Spell” late last year, Dea Matrona will be heading… Read more »
WARWICKSHIRE’S AWARD-WINNING ‘ALSO FESTIVAL’ IS BACK FOR THE 13TH YEAR RUNNING
The UK’s most inspirational summer festival – combining ideas, music, comedy, food, wellness and nature – has announced the first wave of speakers, performers and experiences for… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announce West End and Broadway actor Ramin Karimloo will star as Sweeney Todd in their anticipated upcoming production
Birmingham Rep has found its Sweeney Todd and today reveals Iranian-Canadian born musical theatre star Ramin Karimloo will play the lead role, when Stephen Sondheim’s musical masterpiece… Read more »
CHARTREUSE SHARE NEW SINGLE ‘HEAVEN SENT’
Chartreuse are pleased to unveil their new single ‘Heaven Sent’. This also comes with a live performance video directed by Stewart Baxter. Watch here. The single was written late… Read more »
Big names announced for Brum’s MOSELEY FOLK FESTIVAL > Kingfishr, SFA + more
Rising Irish stars Kingfishr, Super Furry Animals, Frank Turner, US singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams and Brum’s own Katherine Priddy are among the latest big name additions to Birmingham’s… Read more »
Archbishop of Birmingham joins choir for Sacred Music
Entitled Sacred Music, the performance is presented in the run-up to Holy Week and is built around a trio of larger-scale works by three leading 16th century composers:… Read more »
Saint Etienne add further dates in Poole, Birmingham and London to final UK tour
Saint Etienne have added three further dates to their final ever UK & Ireland tour in 2026, due to phenomenal demand. They will perform at Poole’s St… Read more »
Ralf Little to play Alec Leamas in The Spy Who Came In From The Cold
The Ink Factory and Second Half Productions have today announced lead casting for the extensive UK-wide tour of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came in From the Cold. Ralf Little (Death in… Read more »
The Clause release deluxe edition of debut album today + Tour Info
The Clause smashed 2025, landing a UK #1 Independent Album and a Top 20 Official Album Chart place for their acclaimed debut ‘Victim of a Casual Thing’ before completing a sold-out UK headline tour which culminated with… Read more »
Heart of community’ boosts year-round Irish cultural offering for St Patrick’s 2026
St Patrick’s 2026 programme Nortons Digbeth, Birmingham Wednesday 11 March – Wednesday 18 March 2026 All information, listings and tickets: https://nortons.bar/stpats Tickets for St Patrick’s Sunday at Nortons,… Read more »
Wyldest Headlines The Victoria
Date: Friday 13th FebruaryVenue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors open: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/wyldest/the-victoria/3491160 The Victoria welcomes a spellbinding night of alt pop, indie sparkle and emotionally charged songwriting… Read more »
Four-piece Spincycle offer an ‘instrumental psychedelic experience
Doors: 7.30pm Minimum Age: 18+ Tickets: £10 advance / £14 on the door Click here for advanced tickets Stone Tape Theory Album Debut album Stone Tape Theory… Read more »
THE BRETHEREN – Out On Tour In The UK Supporting Midlake including Birmingham
Kicking things off at The Fire Station in Sunderland at the end of the month, The Bretheren are set to join good friends Midlake for a run… Read more »
Digbeth’s oldest pub The Old Crown is set to host 2 weeks of Irish-led events in lieu of St Patrick’s Day Parade
The Old Crown is set to host 13 Irish and Birmingham-led events in March to celebrate Birmingham-Irish culture and heritage following the news that the Digbeth Parade… Read more »
GORILLAZ – New Track “Orange County” (ft. Bizarrap, Kara Jackson and Anoushka Shankar) + UK Tour
Gorillaz climbs ‘The Mountain’ with a new track out today titled “Orange County” (ft. Bizarrap, Kara Jackson & Anoushka Shankar), which comes with its companion track “The Hardest Thing” (ft… Read more »
Unique reimagining of cinema – Silent Synced Comes To Birmingham Cinemas – R.E.M Paired with Buster Keaton’s Sherlock JR.
R.E.M. X BUSTER KEATON’S SHERLOCK JR.In cinemas from 5 February 2026 EXCLUSIVELY IN CINEMAS TICKETS ON SALE NOW FROM CINEMALIVE.COM WATCH THE TRAILER FOR R.E.M. X BUSTER KEATON’S SHERLOCK JR. HERE… Read more »
The Enemy share new single ‘The Boxer’ + UK Tour
2026 will be the year in which The Enemy make a long-awaited comeback with the February 20th release of their new album ‘Social Disguises’ – their first in more than a decade. Today they… Read more »
13th Feb: The Buddy Holly Experience at Joe Joe Jim’s, Birmingham.
This Valentine’s, join the Buddy Holly Experience for Final Flight — the farewell tour that takes you back to the golden age of rock ’n’ roll, one last time. Perfect for… Read more »
Independent Venue Week at The Victoria
Dates: 27th, 28th & 30th JanuaryVenue: The Victoria, Birmingham Tickets: https://thevictoriabirmingham.seetickets.com/venue/the-victoria/2903/list/1/100 Independent Venue Week returns to The Victoria with a programme of shows that highlights the breadth… Read more »
Leeds indie duo Sunflower Thieves announce UK headline tour
Leeds Alt Folk-Pop duo Sunflower Thieves share the music video for their single ‘Already Taken’. They also announce a UK Headline Tour starting in York on 22nd April, with… Read more »
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 »
Shtëpi Bring Their Art Punk Frenzy to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Saturday, 28th FebruaryVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors Open: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/shtepi/the-sunflower-lounge/3520128 Art punk five piece Shtëpi headline The Sunflower Lounge on 28th February, promising a night of tightly… Read more »
NEW SHOWS ON-SALE AT THE REP
Birmingham Rep isstarting 2026 with a bang, with a selection of new productions announced today – adding to its already stellar and jam-packed programme. The House will… Read more »
Flight Club relaxes its groups-only rules for couples this Valentine’s
BFFs over Boyfriends: Flight Club is the ultimate Galentine’s therapy Flight Club, the lively fairground-inspired cocktail and Social Darts bar, is calling all those focusing on friends this Valentine’s… Read more »
Unveiling B:Music’s Spring 2026 season
B:Music, the Birmingham music charity behind Symphony Hall and Town Hall, has announced its Spring 2026 programme, showcasing a dynamic mix of comedy, live music, dance, and… Read more »
Courtney Hadwin Returns to Birmingham
Date: Thursday, 19th FebruaryVenue: Hare & Hounds, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/courtney-hadwin/the-hare-and-hounds-room-2/3518260 Courtney Hadwin brings her extraordinary voice back to Birmingham on Thursday, 19th February, headlining the Hare… Read more »
DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND UNVEILS “CLUB 1879”
Following the resounding, sold-out success of Cabaret and Cabernet, Musical Theatre Thursdays, and Icons Fridays, Downstairs at The Grand is set to raise the curtain on its most immersive concept yet. Club 1879 will transform… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM LIGHT FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAMME FOR 2026
Birmingham Light Festival reveals the full programme for 2026, including a gallery of spectacular, illuminated artworks from internationally renowned and local artists, plus a series of special… Read more »
MARSTON’S AND LUKE HUMPHRIES LAUNCH SEARCH FOR THE UK’S BEST PUB DARTS TEAM
This February, Marston’s is challenging darts teams up and down the country to step up to their local oche and see if they have what it takes… Read more »
ROXY LEISURE BIRMINGHAM LAUNCHES ROXY REWARDS, WITH FREE BEER TO CELEBRATE
Roxy Leisure is excited to announce the launch of the Roxy Rewards app-based loyalty scheme, which has been designed to thank loyal customers and welcome new ones,… Read more »
SOCIAL CLUB WITH EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS AT MULLIGANS BIRMINGHAM
Mulligans Birmingham is offering locals a fun way to kick start the new year and get social, launching the January Social Club. Mulligans is inviting everyone to… Read more »
Beatles Lovers in for a King’s Heath Valentine’s Night Treat
Beatles Lovers are in for a Valentine’s Night treat when King’s Heath commemorates the anniversary of The Beatles Birmingham debut that took place at King’s Heath’s old… Read more »
CHESNEY HAWKES announces March 2026 UK Tour Dates coming to BIRMINGHAM – O2 Academy on Friday 20th March!
Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistible mega-hit ‘The One and Only’, becoming one of the most recognisable songs… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – January 2026!
All the best original live music across Birmingham every month! 10th January Weird On Purpose – Ones To Watch 2026 [All Dayer] ft Genevieve Miles, Fitzroy Holt,… Read more »
The Clause team up with local artist for charity
2025 was a year in which dreams came true and years of independent hard work paid off for Birmingham’s new indie-rock heroes The Clause. Their debut album ‘Victim of a Casual Thing’ shot… Read more »
WARWICK ARTS CENTRE announce Spring/Summer Season – big names, big shows + more
Warwick Arts Centre has announced it’s expansive Spring/Summer 2026 season line-up. Amongst those heading to the popular Coventry arts space are such familiar faces as Mo Gilligan (7 Feb… Read more »
Moseley Folk All-Dayer > MIDLAKE + Jane Weaver, The Leisure Soc + more (1 Feb Bham)
Moseley Folk & Arts have announced the full line-up for their forthcoming All-Dayer. Joining headliners Midlake on Sunday 1 February 2026 at The Crossing, Birmingham, are Jane… Read more »
First acts for MOSTLY JAZZ 2026 > Jalen Ngonda, Fabio & Grooverider + more
Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival have announced Fabio & Grooverider and The Outlook Orchestra, and Jalen Ngonda, as their first two headline acts for 2026… Read more »
Bugeye Play Birmingham in January
Date: Friday, 16th JanuaryVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors Open: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/bugeye/the-victoria/3491144 London’s Bugeye bring their infectious brand of dirty disco-punk to The Victoria on 16th January. Known… Read more »