BLOSSOMS – Announce Sixth Album ‘Songs From The Wedding Cake’ + UK Arena Tour including Birmingham
Blossoms – Tom Ogden, Charlie Salt, Josh Dewhurst, Joe Donovan and Myles Kellock — today announce their sixth studio album, ‘Songs From The Wedding Cake’, arriving on October 2nd… Read more »
HENGE – Announce Massive Tour with 75 Shows Across 17 Counties + More To Be Announced – Birmingham
Manchester cosmic rock collective HENGE have announced their most ambitious live undertaking to date: a 75-date ‘world tour’ spanning the UK, Europe, Canada, USA and Mexico with… Read more »
Films from Fri June 19 by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Toy Story 5 (PG) While the core themes of friendship, play, fear… Read more »
Former radio presenter puts her voice to new Windrush project close to her heart
Nikki Tapper MBE with Glenis Williams “We believe every black woman and girl has the power to make a positive impact in their community and the world.”… Read more »
Professor Alice Roberts’ Garden of Evolution wins Best Show Garden at BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Professor Alice Roberts and designer David Stevens are the proud winners of Best Show Garden and a Platinum award at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2026 for their… Read more »
BCU’s 1000 Threads transforms Brindleyplace with spectacular outdoor catwalk
Hundreds gathered at Brindleyplace on Thursday evening as Birmingham City University’s acclaimed 1000 Threads fashion show returned to the heart of the city, showcasing the creativity and ambition of… Read more »
Birmingham’s urban musical heritage revisited through new community archive project
Birmingham Museums is launching a series of workshops to explore the roots of urban music, facilitated by oral historian Ankhobia (Sophia Carvalho). VIBES: Tracing the Roots of… Read more »
The Box of the Bouhali – Play Listing
The Box of the Bouhali is a Moroccan morality tale presented by the Qadiri-Boutchichi Order and directed by Abbas Wahbi. Combining traditional storytelling, spiritual chants, humour, and… Read more »
BMusic to host opening ceremony of landmark Healing Arts Birmingham festival
B:Music is proud to be a central partner in Healing Arts Birmingham, a landmark new city-wide programme exploring the role of arts and culture in creating healthier,… Read more »
There’s a new buzz in town Meet The Lemon Bees!
Bursting onto the scene with a zesty mix of pop, electro swing, funk, country, jazz, reggae and blues rhythms, The Lemon Bees deliver a sound as colourful… Read more »
Cat Lovers Are Heading to Birmingham for the UK’s Biggest Cat Event
Mark your calendars, The Cat Show Live is returning to the NEC Birmingham on Saturday 12 September 2026, bringing together thousands of feline fans for a one-day… Read more »
Award-winning Japanese Kitchen & Bar, KIBOU, is coming to Birmingham.
Award-winning KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar is to open its seventh restaurant in Birmingham this autumn. The new site at 61-63 Temple Row, currently home to Riva Blu,… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM RESTAURANT FESTIVAL CONFIRMS FINAL LINEUP WITH EXCLUSIVE MENUS FROM 60 RESTAURANTS
Food lovers can now explore the exclusive festival menus from 60 participating venues as Birmingham Restaurant Festival prepares to take over the city this August Birmingham Restaurant… Read more »
CHAMELEONS – Announce Ian McNabb (Icicle Works) for Birmingham Show [7 August]
Ahead of a full UK tour and the 12th anniversary of their ‘HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS’ annual homecoming shows this autumn, the cult Middleton band… Read more »
Shared Frequencies Launches Across The Victoria and The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Sunday 21st JuneVenues: The Victoria & The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamTime: 2 pm til 9 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/shared-frequencies/multiple-venues/3622557 Birmingham’s alternative scene gets a major new addition this summer… Read more »
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert – Landmark Live Orchestral Arena Spectacle 25th Anniversary UK + Ireland Tour
ONE OF THE LARGEST FILM-IN-CONCERT PRODUCTIONS EVER STAGED IN THE UK AND IRELAND, FEATURING OVER 200 MUSICIANS AND SINGERS PERFORMING HOWARD SHORE’S OSCAR-WINNING SCORE LIVE TO PICTURE… Read more »
The Nations Choirmaster Gareth Malone OBE Comes to Birmingham – Major Sing-A-Long UK Tour Announced – Autumn 2026
Tickets on sale Wednesday 17th June, 10am via my ticket.co.uk/artists/gareth-malone Gareth Malone – the man who got the nation singing – is back on the road this autumn… Read more »
The Twilight Saga: New Moon In Concert Comes to Birmingham Symphony Hall w/ ensemble of rock and orchestral musicians
The Next Chapter in the Acclaimed Saga Becomes Live-To-Film with Live Music, Iconic Moments, and a Timeless Love Story Between Two Worlds Tickets:Tuesday 9th June, 4pm: Lionsgate and… Read more »
The Heath Bookshop Presents – The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever – Birmingham! Sunday 26th July at 1:30pm
After the success of last year’s The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever, we are bringing it back in July! When: Sunday 26th July 2025, 1:30pm – 2:30pm Where: York Road,… Read more »
The ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Kicks off in Birmingham Friday 12th June and Saturday 13th June
England cricket star Heather Knight brought the spirit of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to Birmingham this morning alongside former teammate and three-time World Cup winner… Read more »
Alexandra Leaving Lights Up The Sunflower Lounge with Defiant, High Energy Alt Rock
Date: Friday, 10th July Venue: The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/alexandra-leaving/the-sunflower-lounge/3621610 A charged, emotionally rich night of alt rock lands at The Sunflower Lounge on… Read more »
A local guide for Birmingham as it gears up for record-breaking Women’s T20 World Cup
It’s almost time for one of the biggest sporting events of the summer, as the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup gets underway tomorrow! The Women’s T20 World Cup… Read more »
Birmingham to Host the Music for Youth National Festival 2026
Sound of the Next Generation Music for Youth is proud to announce that the National Festival 2026 will return to Birmingham on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July 2026, transforming… Read more »
Films from Fri 12 June by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Disclosure Day (15) Returning to his ‘we are not alone’ fascination explored… Read more »
The Amy Winehouse Band announces further dates for huge Back to Black 20th Anniversary Tour
Due to huge demand, The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s original band who were with her from the very start throughout her meteoric rise – have announced… Read more »
Artist Joins Forces with Cancer Charity to Foster Wellbeing Through Arts Workshops at Healing Arts Festival
In a powerful blend of creativity and healing, artist Ben Poultney, founder of Draw My Town, is partnering with cancer charity Help Harry Help Others to deliver… Read more »
1 week to go! Top 10 highlights at BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer
With just one week to go until BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer returns to Birmingham’s NEC from 18–21 June 2026, here are the… Read more »
Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.
Bringing together independent authors, readers and small creative businesses, Literary Escape Festival is a new and growing indie book festival touring the UK Whether you’re an avid… Read more »
Birmingham’s Gosta Green Reopens in Time for England’s World Cup Campaign
New independent owners bring fresh energy to one of the city’s best-loved pubs ahead of England’s opening World Cup fixture One of Birmingham’s most recognisable pubs is… Read more »
DISCO FEVER SET TO HIT THE UK AS THE JACKSONS ANNOUNCE A NOVEMBER TOUR!
Music legends The Jacksons are heading back to the UK this November for a very special run of headline shows, celebrating the timeless hits and extraordinary legacy… Read more »
Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants
As independent restaurants across the UK continue to face unprecedented economic pressures, a new Birmingham-based venture is calling on local people to rally behind their neighbourhood food… Read more »
CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY WITH 24 STORIES
24 Stories is ready to celebrate Father’s Day, offering sophisticated dining in the sky or quality beers served in tankards in their downstairs bar, Stories Tavern Looking for the perfect… Read more »
ONE-NIGHT-ONLY SPEAKEASY CELEBRATION THIS FATHER’S DAY, DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND
The Grand Hotel Birmingham is turning up the volume with an evening of live music entertainment, specially dedicated to all the father figures out there Looking for… Read more »
Kings Heath Comedy Festival – proving good things come in threes
Kings Heath Comedy Festival is back for a third time – and this could be the best yet – with shows from national stars, local legends and… Read more »
Gig Preview: ACUA Bring Dream Drenched Psych Pop to The Victoria
Date: Thursday 16th July Venue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/acua/the-victoria/3645077 A transportive night of psych pop haze, melodic indie shimmer and rising talent charm arrives at… Read more »
Planet Omar comes to Birmingham Rep
The world premiere production of Planet Omar, adapted by Asif Khan from Zanib Mian’s beloved children’s books, lands at Birmingham Rep from Thursday 18 – Sunday 21… Read more »
Films from Fri 5 June by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Masters Of The Universe (12A) Starting life as a Mattel toy figure… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announces extension to SWEENEY TODD (plus a snippet of A Little Priest)
SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETThe House, Birmingham RepSaturday 4 July – Saturday 15 August Box office: birmingham-rep.co.uk, 0121 236 4455 Press Night: Tuesday 14… Read more »
Best Things To Do This Week: Spectacular visual concert about space coming to Birmingham
‘Space Station Earth’ is a long-form musical work by Ilan Eshkeri, created in collaboration with the European Space Agency uniquely capturing ‘The Overview Effect’: the profound awe astronauts feel when viewing the Earthfrom orbit. Performed live on… Read more »
BLACK BEACON SOUND – 10 YEARS TOUR 2pm – 5pm -THE DISKERY- SATURDAY 6TH JUNE 2026
Black Beacon Sound record label and shop stops off in Birmingham in conjunction with the imprint’s ‘10 Years Tour’, for a special matinee event in the basement… Read more »
The Desert Plaza Bring Expansive, Heart Heavy Alt Rock to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Friday 3rd JulyVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/the-desert-plaza/the-sunflower-lounge/3628184 A night of modern alt rock, rising star energy and brooding Midlands atmosphere hits The Sunflower Lounge… Read more »
Countdown to MOSTLY JAZZ > Set times released + The Woods line-up
With just a few weeks to go, Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026) has released the stage times for… Read more »
The Night Owl June Listings
Monday 1st June – Neighbourhd – 7:30PM – Late Birmingham’s Biggest and Best Open Jam Night Tuesday 2nd June – Digbeth Jazz/ Boogie Tuesday – 7:30PM –… Read more »
From Around Here – Creative Responses to the Culture and Community of Birmingham’s Southside
Opens: Friday 5 June 2026 Opening Times: Tuesday – Wednesday: 1pm – 4.30pmThursday – Sunday: 10am – 4.30pm A new showcase celebrating the creativity, culture, and communities of Birmingham’s Southside … Read more »
Zellig & Alfred works to host Everything Digbeth market
Back for its 6th instalment, the popular market returns to Birmingham’s creative quarter, Digbeth. Unlock exclusive offers across Digbeth for one day only. Plus this year new… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2026!
All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 4th June Vieira and The Silvers + Fuzz Council @ The Night Owl The Streets @ O2 Academy Birmingham… Read more »
Duran Duran announce UK Arena Tour 2026
Global music icons Duran Duran have announced their first full UK arena tour in three years. Taking place in October, the shows land amongst another landmark year… Read more »
Good Health Good Wealth share new single ahead of dates with The Streets
‘This Time Next Year We’ll Be Millionaires’and the cult classic single ‘Full Circle’put Good Health Good Wealth on the map, earning glowing comparisons to The Streets and Antony Szmierek while taking them to the… Read more »
Masca Deliver Off Kilter Alt Pop Mayhem to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Saturday 6th JuneVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/masca/the-sunflower-lounge/3606525 A night of sharp edged alt pop, restless post hardcore energy and indie rock bite hits The Sunflower Lounge… Read more »
DYGL Ignite The Victoria with High Voltage Alt Rock for Everywhere At Once
Date: Friday 26th JuneVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/dygl/the-victoria/3635233 A surge of global alt rock energy hits The Victoria on Friday, 26th June, as DYGL headline… Read more »