12th June, Multi-Platinum Singer-Songwriter “Fiona Bevan” and Scottish Singer-Songwriter Adam Beattie’s Double Header Tour at Thimblemill Library, Smethwick.
Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Adam Beattie ‘Uplifting Reveries Of Love’ (Mojo Magazine) and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Fiona Bevan ‘Startling odysseys’ (The Guardian) embark on a double headline tour of the UK in celebration… Read more »
THE GOOD WATER Birmingham band’s new release + tour dates!
With its fuzz-fuelled guitar licks, woozy vintage organs, trippy multi-layered harmonies, and hypnotic rhythms, the rising Midlands outfit deliver a radiant psych pop wonder. Striking an alchemic… Read more »
PleasureInc. Unleash Sleaze Pop Mayhem & Genre Warped Energy at The Victoria
Date: Thursday 28th MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/pleasureinc-/the-victoria/3595697 A wild collision of sleaze pop swagger, hazy hip hop shoegaze and 00s soaked nostalgia hits The Victoria on… Read more »
Record Ticket Sales for ICC T20 Women’s World Cup as the tournament heads to BIRMINGHAM
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales has become the highest-selling edition in the tournament’s history with ticket sales already surpassing 145,000 with 30… Read more »
TAMIW Unleash Experimental Electronics & Osaka Atmosphere at The Victoria
Date: Wednesday 20th MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/tamiw/the-victoria/3626172 A night of boundary pushing electronics, alt pop experimentation and theatrical chaos arrives at The Victoria on Wednesday,… Read more »
28th June, Dan Whitehouse Continues To Renew, Reinvent and Reimagine “Only love” Album Release Gig at The Glee Club, Birmingham.
James H Soars Media Services are promoting Dan Whitehouse June UK Tour 2026. https://www.dan-whitehouse.com/. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FFO6ks9lAA Dan Whitehouse is always searching for something new. Over a career spanning more… Read more »
MOHO x NCAPPED PRESENTS – SECOND CITY SESSIONS!
MOHO are joining forces to bring you a special day party, for a special city! All at The Rainbow Pub, Digbeth Featuring MOHO residents, NCAPPED selectas and… Read more »
Bottomless drinks, fries and crazy golf for under £25
From 15th May, Mulligans is launching the ultimate Friday night out with unbeatable Y2K vibes that guests won’t want to say Bye Bye Bye to at the end of… Read more »
4TheFans Launches Birmingham’s Biggest Fan Park As Villa Prepare For Historic Europa League Final
The original, immersive fan park brand, 4TheFans, has launched a dedicated Aston Villa fan park for the UEFA Europa League Final. The event takes place at Luna… Read more »
Hutch Bring Dreamy Twang Pop & Psychedelic Spark to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Tuesday, 26th MayVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/hutch/the-sunflower-lounge/3620280 A vibrant night of psych pop colour, indie fuzz and genre bending chaos arrives at The Sunflower Lounge… Read more »
3 Week Countdown to Birmingham’s DanceOnArrival Summer Opening Festival
Over two venues and across three stages at Luna Springs and XOYO Birmingham – including the lush roof garden – 4,000 house music fans are set to… Read more »
Elmhurst Ballet School’s Breaking Barres Gala 2026
Birmingham’s dance and culinary scenes will come together for a special fundraising event at Elmhurst Ballet School on Tuesday 7 July, as the School presents its Summer… Read more »
Gig Preview: Darius Zaltash & Puma Theory Deliver a High Voltage Co Headline at The Victoria
Date: Friday, 29th May Venue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/darius-zaltash/the-victoria/3598980 A charged night of electronic emotion, alt rock grit and emerging artist fire hits The Victoria… Read more »
Films from Fri 8 May by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Mortal Kombat II (15) The sequel to the 2021 reboot of the… Read more »
Kitty Clap Klub at Flatpack Festival Saturday
Kitty Clap Klubis a bold new short film screening as part of Flatpack Film Festival this May. Set around a chaotic strip club in Stoke during the… Read more »
THE CBSO ANNOUNCES NEW 2026-27 SEASON
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) announces its 2026–27 Season: a year of artistic ambition, civic pride and musical breadth under Music Director Kazuki Yamada. The… Read more »
POLITICAL THERAPY An Evening with Jess Phillips Thurs 14 May 8pm
People don’t always agree with what comes out of Jess Phillips’ mouth but few can argue with her being one of the most straightforward communicators out there,… Read more »
Common Goldfish Bring Psychedelic Warmth to Birmingham
Date: Thursday 21st MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/common-goldfish/the-victoria/3595694 A night of woozy psych groove, sharp tongued indie attitude and funk pop brightness lands at The Victoria on… Read more »
Midcentury Markets Birmingham 31st May
On Sunday 31st May, 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 »
Austel to play The Sunflower Lounge Wednesday 10th June as part of upcoming UK tour
Austel’s second album Mirror To Mine is due for release on 5th June – mixed by Grace Banks (English Teacher, Haim, Squid) and mastered by Katie Tavini (Nadine Shah, Arlo Parks,… Read more »
Celebrate Birmingham Pride with La Bellezza’s Pre-Pride Party
This Birmingham Pride, La Bellezza – Big Mamma’s much-loved Birmingham trattoria – is hosting a pre-Pride celebration designed to get partygoers into the spirit before the main event. On Saturday 23rd May from 10:00am, La… Read more »
Seb Lowe’s UK tour is on sale this morning ahead of Sofia Isella dates next week
Fresh from dropping his new single ‘One Day To Live’ and completing a euphoric UK tour, a big year for Seb Lowe rises to new heights with confirmation of an autumn headline run…. Read more »
Brand new electropop musical exploring queer invisibility in tennis heads out on tour
Fairlight is a brand-new electropop musical about queer invisibility in tennis, which takes place on a tennis court with live tennis playing. Having premiered in Birmingham in 2025,… Read more »
Elmhurst Ballet School Launches Silver Swans Summer Retreat for Adult Dancers
This July, Elmhurst Ballet School invites adult dancers to step into a unique and uplifting experience with its Silver Swans Summer Retreat; a carefully curated programme blending… Read more »
Damien Dempsey and The Wonder Stuff complete Moseley Folk 2026 line-up
Irish singer-songwriter Damien Dempsey and Black Country indie heroes The Wonder Stuff have been announced as the final additions to Moseley Folk and Arts Festival 2026’s main… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – May 2026!
All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 1st May Brigitte Beraha Lucid Dreamers @ 1000 Trades The Charlatans @ O2 Academy Freak Out Presents The Junipers… Read more »
Films from Fri 1 May by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Devil Wears Prada 2 (12A) Twenty years on from the original… Read more »
Grassroots Festival returns on Sunday 3rd May Bank Holiday with La Dharma headlining and over 15 other local independent artists.
Live music lovers, this one’s for you. Grassroots Festival is returning to Birmingham’s The Night Owl on Sunday 3rd May, after its sell out year in 2025… Read more »
What’s on at The Night Owl Digbeth this May 2026!
Friday 1st May – Freakout Psych Night (with The Junipers) 8PM – 2AM Live Bands The Junipers & The Mystery People return with their psychedelic, garage and… Read more »
Birmingham Rep release first images and production trailer for A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Adam Carver (aka Fatt Butcher) as Puck. Credit Manuel Harlan Birmingham Rep has released the first images alongside their production trailer for their latest production: A Midsummer… Read more »
Street Food feast on the Mostly Jazz Festival menu
With tickets now officially limited, Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026) has revealed their enticing food line-up. On the… Read more »
Apollo Junction Deliver Indie Anthems and Big Room Energy at The Victoria
Date: Friday 8th MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/apollo-junction/the-victoria/3566664 A night of indie ambition and rising talent sparkle arrives at The Victoria on Friday, 8th May, as… Read more »
SIGN-MAKING SESSIONS AND FREE PINTS BRING RUNNERS AND SUPPORTERS TOGETHER AT SOCIETY BIRMINGHAM
Society Birmingham is celebrating this year’s Great Birmingham Run with a weekend of activity for both runners and supporters – from free pints at the finish line… Read more »
BMusic Unveils New Premium Hospitality Experiences at Symphony Hall and Town Hall
B:Music is delighted to announce an enhanced range of hospitality experiences at its iconic venues, Symphony Hall and Town Hall, offering audiences new ways to elevate their… Read more »
Industry Standard Unleash Their Surreal Punk Carnival at The Victoria
Date: Tuesday, 5th MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/industry-standard/the-victoria/3619574 A wildly inventive night of alt rock theatre, indie punk bite and post grunge weight hits The Victoria on… Read more »
PINS Bring Their Post Punk Power to Actress & Bishop
Date: Thursday, 14th MayVenue: Actress & Bishop, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pmTickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/pins/the-actress-and-bishop/3592663 A fierce, stylish and high energy night of post punk and indie experimentation arrives at Actress & Bishop… Read more »
Canned Pineapple Light Up The Victoria With Their Scuzz Pop Brilliance
Date: Wednesday 27th MayVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/canned-pineapple/the-victoria/3612550 A mid week burst of alt rock colour arrives at The Victoria on Wednesday, 27th May, as Canned… Read more »
Manic Street Preachers & Suede announce co-headline UK arena tour + Birmingham show!
Two of the UK’s most pioneering and celebrated bands Manic Street Preachers and Suede have today announced a co-headline tour of some of the UK’s biggest arenas… Read more »
TRY BIRMINGHAM’S ONLY PLACE TO PLAY CRAZY POOL
As Crazy Pool fever sweeps the nation, Roxy Lanes Digbeth and Roxy Ball Room Victoria Square are giving gamers the chance to cue up a whole year… Read more »
Rita, Sue & Bob Too! Announces A New Nationwide Tour In 2027
The acclaimed stage version of cult classic comedy Rita, Sue & Bob Too! is set to embark on a new nationwide tour in 2027 The Regal Entertainments Ltd production… Read more »
Ryland Caravan 2026 Indie legends The House of Love and Michael Head join the line-up for MAC’s one-day music festival
Sat 6 June 2026 | Doors open 3.30pm | Tickets from £39.95 | All ages Enjoy a brilliant line-up of Indie legends at this year’s unique, boutique… Read more »
Birmingham Museums unveils summer seasonal programme on theme of discovery: for immediate release
Birmingham Museums is pleased to announce its new seasonal programme on the theme of discovery, inviting audiences of all ages to explore music, creativity, science and history… Read more »
Films from Fri 24 Apr by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Michael (12A) While reviews have raged over the film not making any… Read more »
Outdoor theatre comes to Solihull this summer
Outdoor theatre is coming to Solihull’s Brueton Park this summer, with three unique performances taking place in July and August. On Saturday 25 July at 5pm, The Sword… Read more »
Submotion Orchestra Embark on UK Tour Alongside Album Release
8 years after their last LP Kites, Submotion Orchestra return on May 8th with their long awaited sixth studio album, the remarkable Passed Me By. A deeply personal journey into memory, creativity,… Read more »
THIS WEEKEND! THE VINTAGE FOOTBALL FAIR BIRMINGHAM 26TH APRIL
Birmingham, get ready to discover an eclectic mix of vintage football shirts, memorabilia, artwork and more, as The Vintage Football Fair comes to Secret Space, Digbeth on… Read more »
Eric Chenaux embarking on live UK dates in support of Delights Of My Life
Eric Chenaux On Tour in UK and Canada This Spring Chenaux plays UK solo shows 28 April to 03 May ending in London at Café OTO Chenaux… Read more »
Artist-led open day at Birmingham Museum Collection Centre offers visitors chance to see city’s collection in a new light
A special open day at the Museum Collection Centre in Birmingham is offering the public a rare opportunity to experience the city’s stored collections through contemporary artistic… Read more »
Join Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, organisations and communities from across Stratford-upon-Avon to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday
Join Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, organisations and communities from across Stratford-upon-Avon to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday Join Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and organisations from across Stratford-upon-Avon to celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday… Read more »
Conspiracy Theories Take Centre Stage At Midlands Venues This May
Conspiracy theories have moved from the margins of the internet to the centre of mainstream culture. From the moon landing and the Mandela Effect to simulation theory… Read more »