Films from Fri Oct 2 by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Digger (15) A satirical eco black comedy about the excesses of extreme… Read more »
Joe Lycett named first patron as Forward festival opens in Birmingham today
Shane Meadows headlines four days of film and television, with premieres starring Michelle Yeoh and Sue Johnston, new regional filmmaking and an £8 Industry Day. Birmingham’s Forward… Read more »
Joe & The Shitboys Bring Their Queer Vegan Shitpunk Revolution to The Victoria
Date: Wednesday 7th OctoberVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/joe-the-shitboys/the-victoria/3645083 One of the most talked about punk bands on the planet storms into Birmingham this October as Joe… Read more »
The Fibre Artist Reimagining Birmingham’s Architecture (and winning big)
REDEFINING CRAFT & BRUTALISM: EMERGING FIBRE ARTIST ODETTE CAMPBELL PREMIERES SOLO EXHIBITION AT SEVENTH CIRCLE Following her winning submission for Seventh Circle’s open-call exhibition Renaissance earlier this… Read more »
BCU celebrates Black History Month with outdoor exhibition
The free public event will be displayed in Birmingham’s Snow Hill Square, showcasing a selection of original designs created by students exploring the theme of Black Culture. … Read more »
Centenary tribute to John Joubert, Birmingham’s pre-eminent composer – 29 Oct 2026
The music of Birmingham’s pre-eminent composer John Joubert (1927-2019) will be celebrated on Thursday 29 October at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, ahead of next year’s centenary. Jeffrey Skidmore… Read more »
Art and photography come to Longbridge – Birmingham Open Studios
A place once known around the world for making cars is welcoming a new kind of creativity. The Allsee Innovation Centre in Longbridge celebrated a successful opening… Read more »
Heavy Beat Halloween Party – 31st October 26
EVENT DETAILS Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath / Saturday 31 October / doors 7pm Halloween night sorted. Three huge festival acts. One massive Halloween party. Heavy Beat… Read more »
LotusBliss Bring Dream Drenched Indie to Hare & Hounds
Date: Monday 5th October Venue: Hare & Hounds, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/lotusbliss/hare-hounds-2/3690210 An evening of atmospheric indie, psychedelic textures and immersive songwriting comes to Hare… Read more »
Flint Moore Lead an Alternative Triple Bill at The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Saturday 17th October Venue: The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/flint-moore/the-sunflower-lounge/3617447 Three distinct voices from across the alternative spectrum come together at The Sunflower… Read more »
Half-Term Family Fun – Disney On Ice skates into Birmingham
Disney On Ice returns to Birmingham this Autumn with Disney On Ice presents Discover The Magic, featuring world-class skating, aerial performances and everyone’s favourite Disney stories brought to… Read more »
Thousands celebrate Birmingham Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival
Thousands of people came together for the Birmingham Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival, bringing two days of Chinese culture, music, dance and family celebrations to The Arcadian in Birmingham’s… Read more »
Robert Vincent Brings Soulful Americana to Bilston Town Hall
Date: Thursday 8th October Venue: Bilston Town Hall Doors: 7 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/robert-vincent/bilston-town-hall/3645071 A night of world class Americana arrives in the Black Country as Robert Vincent headlines… Read more »
Winter Gardens & Opal Mag Illuminate The Victoria with Dream Pop and Alt Indie Glow
Date: Thursday 1st October Venue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/winter-gardens-opal-mag/the-victoria/3675899 Two of the UK’s most atmospheric rising acts join forces at The Victoria on… Read more »
Films from Fri 25 Sept by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Sense And Sensibility (U) It’s just over 30 years since Ang Lee… Read more »
The Twang Make Their Return With Bold New Album Bring Yourself
After coming within touching distance of calling it a day, The Twang return with new album Bring Yourself – out January 22nd, 2027 on Cooking Vinyl. A… Read more »
Prof Hannah Fry is heading to Birmingham Symphony Hall: Come Fry with Me 2027 Tour
Professor Hannah Fry has fascinated audiences of all ages up and down the country with knowledge that intrigues, sparks curiosity and wows. Today it’s announced that audiences can spend the evening with the… Read more »
Tom Stade ‘Rules’ just enjoyed a sell out run and fantastic reviews at Edinburgh Fringe Festival and announces new tour!
The comedy powerhouse that is Tom Stade brings his new show and 16th stand up hour ‘Tom Stade Rules’ on tour post a sell-out and five star… Read more »
sundots – Connecticut band for BIRMINGHAM show (17 Nov) Release new track “Someone Else’s Song”
sundots, the Connecticut indie rock band, share the third single and video for “Someone Else’s Song”, off their upcoming album, ‘On The Quay’, due 6 November. Marking… Read more »
The Jesus & Mary Chain + The Psychedelic Furs – Announce Co-Headline UK Tour for 2027
This January, these two titans of the shoegaze and post-punk genres will go head-to-head at eight venues across the UK. Tickets are on sale this Friday at… Read more »
The Designers Republic on tour
PIONEERING POP CULTURAL DESIGN STUDIO HITS THE ROAD FOR 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONVERSATIONS IN PUBS ACROSS THE COUNTRY This autumn, forty years of inspirational design and the trailblazing… Read more »
UNDER THE SAME SKY IS COMING TO SOLIHULL!
Autin Dance Theatre (@autindt), in partnership with Solihull Council (@solihullcouncil) and Culture Solihull (@culturesolihull), are bringing a FREE community celebration to Tudor Grange Park on Saturday 3… Read more »
Chakana x sem fronteiras
Chakana holds a special place in the story of Chef Leonardo Diogo and Chef Jordan Scott. It was here in Birmingham that the two chefs first met, worked side by… Read more »
Bingo, ballet, Brummie cobs and Transatlantic friendships: International Day of Birmingham arrives with a fanfare
FEATURING: ANTONIO SOCCI – AYAN ADEN – THE ARCHERS – BAM BAM – BARBARA NICE – BING0121 – BIRMINGHAM ARTISAN MARKETS – BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENS – BIRMINGHAM… Read more »
William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert announces debut UK tour for 30th anniversary
Communion One and GEA Live, in collaboration with Disney Concerts and Baz Luhrmann, have announced UK tour dates as part of a global tour for William Shakespeare’s… Read more »
Birmingham Jazz celebrates 50th anniversary – Thu 8 Oct
50 years of Birmingham Jazz will be celebrated on Thursday 8 October in a special evening at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire that recognises the impact the organisation has… Read more »
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery announces opening of new display to mark 40th anniversary of landmark film on race, civil unrest and community
Credit: John Akomfrah; Courtesy Smoking Dogs Films and Lisson Gallery An award-winning documentary film about race and civil unrest in Handsworth, Birmingham and London in the 1980s… Read more »
Birmingham Botanical Gardens celebrates 175-year story behind its giant waterlilies
Birmingham Botanical Gardens is bringing its fascinating 175-year waterlily heritage to life as part of this year’s International Day of Birmingham. The gardens will be transforming Birmingham… Read more »
Save The Night Owl Birmingham’s Music Scene Unites to Fight for Digbeth Venue’s Future
Jeepster, Diddy Sweg, The Friendly Fire Band and GANS will take to the stage at the Digbeth venue as part of a campaign to protect Birmingham’s grassroots… Read more »
Rick Wakeman to help celebrate Yardley’s Creative Spirit Show
Rock legend Rick Wakeman will appear as a special guest at Yardley’s Creative Spirit Show — a community led celebration showcasing local talent, creativity and the achievements of… Read more »
FUTURE HERITAGE: IKON & ARK BIRMINGHAM SCHOOLS
2-11 October, 11am-5pmIkon Gallery, BrindleyplaceFree entry Ikon and Ark present Future Heritage (2-11 October 2026), a vibrant exhibition showcasing artwork by KS1-4 students from Ark’s five Birmingham… Read more »
UK Country dynamos First Time Flyers head to Birmingham – April 2027
Country collective First Time Flyers are back with their second studio album ‘Coming Home’ and biggest headline tour to date, both scheduled for April 2027. With this… Read more »
Flight Club becomes Fright Club this Halloween
Flight Club becomes Fright Club, swapping its usual Social Darts for something a little more sinister, transforming into a haunted house party for one big day of… Read more »
The Glitter Sisters Return to Birmingham Comedy Festival with a Bold Night of Comedy and Music
The Glitter Sisters and guests will return to The Spotted Dog in Digbeth for an evening of original comedy and music as part of the Birmingham 2026… Read more »
JAKE QUICKENDEN TO LEAD RITA, SUE & BOB TOO! NATIONWIDE TOUR IN 2027
TV favourite returns as Bob in the cult comedy classic Regal Entertainments presents the unmissable production at 11 venues across Britain __________________________________________________________________________ The acclaimed stage version of… Read more »
Joss Stone announces ‘Merry Christmas, Love’ December shows with live symphony orchestra – Birmingham – 11 Dec
GRAMMY® and BRIT Award-winning artist Joss Stone has announced her Merry Christmas, Love Tour, bringing songs from her ninth studio album, which is packed with festive favourites,… Read more »
Out Now! High Fade Release ‘T.M.I.’ Ahead of Biggest UK/Ireland Tour to Date
After a year of international growth, packed rooms and major festival appearances, Edinburgh rock-funk trio High Fade are heading home for the biggest UK and Ireland headline… Read more »
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert – Full line-up announced for landmark 25th anniversary UK & Ireland arena tour beginning next month
PETER JACKSON’S THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING RETURNS AS A LANDMARK 25TH ANNIVERSARY LIVE ORCHESTRAL ARENA SPECTACLE ONE OF THE LARGEST FILM-IN-CONCERT PRODUCTIONS EVER… Read more »
Love Actually Live in Concert comes to Birmingham this Christmas
TICKETS: https://loveactuallyinconcert.com/#showings One of Britain’s most beloved festive films returns this Christmas as Love Actually Live in Concert embarks on a major UK tour, presented by JOY…. Read more »
SOCIETY BIRMINGHAM TO HOST OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION WITH LIVE BAVARIAN BAND, BEER STEINS AND STREET FOOD SPECIALS
Society Birmingham is raising a stein this October, as the city centre food and drink destination will transform into a Bavarian-inspired celebration for Oktoberfest, bringing a taste… Read more »
Brummies Face the Fire to Tackle Homelessness
SIFA Fireside, the support service for any adult in Birmingham that faces homelessness, is preparing to walk through fire to realise their vision that every adult can… Read more »
MADNESS – To Headline Forest Live Shows in 2027
Forest Live, Forestry England’s summer concert series presented with Cuffe & Taylor, have announced their first headliner for the 2027 series, with Madness set to play across… Read more »
The Cuban Embassy closes but the Bull’s Head returns
The Cuban Embassy will close its doors for the final time on Sunday 27th September 2026. But before the lights go down on one of Moseley’s most… Read more »
CBSO season launch
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s 2026-27 concert season launches today, with a family of incredible musicians, choirs and youth ensembles, making music that matters to the people… Read more »
DR JOHN COOPER CLARKE BRINGS MAJOR UK HEADLINE TOUR TO BIRMINGHAM FOLLOWING RELEASE OF NEW BOOK ‘HAVE IT
Dr John Cooper Clarke, will perform at Birmingham Town Hall on Saturday 24th October as part of a major new UK tour, following the publication of his raucous new… Read more »
Films from Fri 18 Sept by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Resident Evil (15) For fifteen years and six films the franchise adaptation… Read more »
Shane Meadows to headline Birmingham’s Forward Film Festival
After a sell-out first edition, Forward Film & Television Festival returns to Birmingham from Wednesday 30 September to Sunday 4 October 2026, taking over venues across Digbeth’s… Read more »
Techno Cafe all-dayer event celebrating the legacy of techno music
‘Techno Cafe’ lands back in Birmingham for its third edition, this time evolving its signature all-dayer event celebrating the legacy of techno music. On Saturday 17th October… Read more »
Birmingham Museums unveils celebration seasonal programme: for immediate release
An immersive Peter Pan experience is the centrepiece of a packed programme of Halloween, family, comedy, cinema, music and other festive events happening across Birmingham Museums’ sites… Read more »
Midcentury Markets Birmingham 20th Sept
On Sunday 20th September, Secret Space, Digbeth in Birmingham will host Midcentury Markets, a must-visit event for lovers of timeless design, vintage interiors and iconic mid-20th-century style. Whether… Read more »