What’s on in Birmingham this month

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Young disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent musicians take centre stage at Together for Music 2026

Young disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent musicians take centre stage at Together for Music 2026

Together for Music returns to Birmingham on Friday 10 July, showcasing seven inspirational inclusive music groups from across the UK – and featuring local group Creative Sounds… Read more »

Where great minds meet Hay Festival returns to Birmingham with trio of award-winning writers

Where great minds meet Hay Festival returns to Birmingham with trio of award-winning writers

An inspiring trio of writers and performers will appear in Birmingham on Thursday 23 July in a special event from Hay Festival, the world-famous festival of ideas… Read more »

A Killer Cabaret in Four Part Harmony – in Birmingham!

A Killer Cabaret in Four Part Harmony – in Birmingham!

The Ruby Dollsare a critically acclaimed, multi-disciplinary ensemble combining theatre, cabaret and close harmony singing, with 15+ years experience under their belts. Accompanied by Benjamin Cox (Operation… Read more »

The Night Owl July Listings

The Night Owl July Listings

Wednesday 1st July – Fruit Punch – 6PM-LATE Black and POC Queer Social Thursday 2nd July – Eyes of an Enemy (Paul Ryan and Olivia Thompson Live)… Read more »

YOUNG PERFORMERS AND EMERGING TALENT TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BIRMINGHAM REP IN ‘REP RISING 26’ FESTIVAL

YOUNG PERFORMERS AND EMERGING TALENT TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BIRMINGHAM REP IN ‘REP RISING 26’ FESTIVAL

This July young people and early career performers will take to the stage at Birmingham Rep as part of its Rep Rising 26 Festival. Rep Rising 26… Read more »

Birmingham Indian Film Festival is BACK for 2026

Birmingham Indian Film Festival is BACK for 2026

Birmingham Indian Film Festival (BIFF) returns – 10 – 19 July – with a rich array of cutting-edge new cinema premieres from India and around South Asia,… Read more »

Films From Fri 26 June by Mike Davies

Films From Fri 26 June by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow (12A) The second  in  James Gunn’s rebooting of… Read more »

Rum cocktails galore as Apache Indian Brings Boom Shack-A-Lak Energy to Birmingham Rum Festival

Rum cocktails galore as Apache Indian Brings Boom Shack-A-Lak Energy to Birmingham Rum Festival

Heatwave alert. The countdown is on. This weekend, Birmingham Rum Festival is turning up the heat with a tropical celebration packed with rum, live music and one very… Read more »

Funny to The Core comedy at The Core this Friday

Funny to The Core comedy at The Core this Friday

Comedian Stephen Bailey headlines this Friday’s Funny to the Core comedy night in the Studio at The Core, Solihull. Bailey, a familiar face from programmes including Live at the Apollo, Would… Read more »

Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne to go on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne to go on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Image credit: Mark “WEISSGUY” Weiss Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne, last seen at the Back to the Beginning concert, will be on display at Birmingham Museum & Art… Read more »

BLOSSOMS – Announce Sixth Album ‘Songs From The Wedding Cake’ + UK Arena Tour including Birmingham

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

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 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

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’ 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

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’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 – 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

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!

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 »

Live Music & Nightlife Guide

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 »

Best of Brum

Click here to view all our special 'best of Brum' articles, from the best bars to the best restaurants, things to do in the city and other alternative features.
A New Chapter for Birmingham A Vibrant City Guide Celebrates the Best of the City

A New Chapter for Birmingham A Vibrant City Guide Celebrates the Best of the City

A vibrant 148-page city guide is launching this week, celebrating the very best of Birmingham and presenting an inspiring, forward-looking vision of the city. Free to pick… Read more »

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival Review, September 2025 (Sunday)

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival Review, September 2025 (Sunday)

Having been going to at least one of the two annual Moseley Festivals pretty much every year for the past 14, I was yet again fortunate enough… Read more »

The Best Record Stores in Birmingham 2025!

The Best Record Stores in Birmingham 2025!

Swordfish Records:  66 Dalton Street, B4 7LX , swordfishrecords.co.uk  Swordfish records has been a staple in the Birmingham vinyl scene since 1989. With numerous relocations over the… Read more »

From Pale Ales to Chocolate Stouts – The Best Places To Enjoy a Craft Beer In Birmingham

From Pale Ales to Chocolate Stouts – The Best Places To Enjoy a Craft Beer In Birmingham

As both a Birmingham based blogger and a craft beer fan, I’ve spent many an hour propping up bars at pubs all around Birmingham and the wider… Read more »

Food & Drink News

Click to view all the latest news on food and drink in Birmingham. From new bar and restaurant launches to foodie events, tasting sessions, press releases, reviews and more.
INDEPENDENT RESTAURANTS LEAVEN PIZZA WINS BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN THE MIDLANDS

INDEPENDENT RESTAURANTS LEAVEN PIZZA WINS BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN THE MIDLANDS

The Midlands Food, Drink & Hospitality Awards 2026 saw double success for ART Hospitality group for both Independent businesses  Celebrating the very best of the Midlands hospitality… Read more »

The Night Owl July Listings

The Night Owl July Listings

Wednesday 1st July – Fruit Punch – 6PM-LATE Black and POC Queer Social Thursday 2nd July – Eyes of an Enemy (Paul Ryan and Olivia Thompson Live)… Read more »

Piccolino Birmingham Shares Complimentary Dining Offer For Graduates

Piccolino Birmingham Shares Complimentary Dining Offer For Graduates

With graduation season just around the corner, classic Italian restaurant, Piccolino, is sharing a special celebratory dining offer for graduates. For those looking for a post-ceremony lunch, a celebratory dinner… Read more »

Rum cocktails galore as Apache Indian Brings Boom Shack-A-Lak Energy to Birmingham Rum Festival

Rum cocktails galore as Apache Indian Brings Boom Shack-A-Lak Energy to Birmingham Rum Festival

Heatwave alert. The countdown is on. This weekend, Birmingham Rum Festival is turning up the heat with a tropical celebration packed with rum, live music and one very… Read more »

Reviews & Features

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The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at The Old Joint Stock review

The Allure Speakeasy at the Old Joint Stock Theatre is not a show you politely sit and watch. It’s one you’re pulled into, cocktail-first (yes, even at… Read more »

Piccolino Sunday Roast review 2026!

Piccolino Sunday Roast review 2026!

With Mother’s Day approaching, I was invited to experience Piccolino’s Sunday Roast, a celebration of family, togetherness and true Italian hospitality. At the heart of Italian culture… Read more »

The Indian Streatery review – March 2026!

The Indian Streatery review – March 2026!

It’s been a while since I had the pleasure of dining at The Indian Streatery on Bennetts Hill, time flies and a long overdue catch up with… Read more »

Robin Hood at The Hippodrome 15th Jan by Mazzy Snape

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 »

Community News

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Young disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent musicians take centre stage at Together for Music 2026

Young disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent musicians take centre stage at Together for Music 2026

Together for Music returns to Birmingham on Friday 10 July, showcasing seven inspirational inclusive music groups from across the UK – and featuring local group Creative Sounds… Read more »

Fundraiser to scale Three Peaks whilst carrying his paraplegic son

Fundraiser to scale Three Peaks whilst carrying his paraplegic son

An intrepid fundraiser from Sutton Coldfield is preparing to scale the Three Peaks whilst carrying his paraplegic son – as a way of giving back to the… Read more »

Giant Peach, Big Heart: Local dancers perform for Nepalese orphaned children

Giant Peach, Big Heart: Local dancers perform for Nepalese orphaned children

Local dancers are bringing James and the Giant Peach to the stage this July – with every ticket sold helping to build a permanent home for 37… Read more »

YOUNG PERFORMERS AND EMERGING TALENT TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BIRMINGHAM REP IN ‘REP RISING 26’ FESTIVAL

YOUNG PERFORMERS AND EMERGING TALENT TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BIRMINGHAM REP IN ‘REP RISING 26’ FESTIVAL

This July young people and early career performers will take to the stage at Birmingham Rep as part of its Rep Rising 26 Festival. Rep Rising 26… Read more »