Digbeth First Friday 5th August 2016
Experience the incredible variety of events on offer this month, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month:… Read more »
Birmingham Artists to Exhibit in Prestigious Art Show
Washington Green, the UK’s leading fine art publishers, has announced the launch of its ‘Summer Exhibition 2016’. Now in its third year, the month-long exhibition will take… Read more »
Flatpack present Dudley Castle: Bride of Frankenstein
Dudley Zoological Gardens has teamed up with Flatpack to present DUDLEY CASTLE AFTER DARK. For the first time ever, the famous Dudley landmark will be transformed into… Read more »
SoundLounge Festival 2016 Announced
Town Hall Symphony Hall’s Project SoundLounge team hosts a free one day music & arts festival at Town Hall, Birmingham on Saturday 6 August, 2pm – 11pm…. Read more »
Low ‘n’ Slow H&H August Takeover
We’re delighted to announce that Birmingham BBQ specialists, Low ‘n’ Slow, will be taking over the H&H every Thursday to Sunday throughout August. The offer will kick… Read more »
Kings Heath Dining Club York Street Road Closure
Street food innovators Digbeth Dining Club return to Kings Heath Dining Club Hare & Hounds and York Road for the final Kings Heath Dining Club street closure… Read more »
New ‘Coyote Ugly’ Bar set for Brum
A Coyote Ugly style bar will open in central Birmingham and is the second of its kind in the UK The brand new concept bar will open… Read more »
Brand new dishes for summer at Tapas Revolution
Spanish TV Chef Omar Allibhoy is bringing a taste of summer to Tapas Revolution at Grand Central this July with the addition of five new authentic Spanish… Read more »
Fresh Prince of Bel Air’s Summertime BBQ & Dessert Feast
Digbeth’s Taste and Liquor are back! Head to Trent Street, on Saturday 13th August, and indulge in the tastiest street food from around the world. Inspired by “Summertime,”… Read more »
4 key elements in effective office design
If you’re creating a new office space in or near Birmingham, or further afield, there are a few essential elements you can’t afford to ignore. To help… Read more »
A guide to making your company more competitive
The chances are, there are lots of businesses in the Birmingham area – and potentially beyond – all vying to take your customers away from you. So,… Read more »
Special screening of The Hard Stop at mac + Q&A
The Hard Stop by documentary filmmaker George Amponsah Screen Nation Film and Television award winning film for achievement in Film Production. This year marks the 5th year… Read more »
Town Hall Symphony Hall diverse orchestras season
Town Hall Symphony Hall announces its most diverse season to date, with a rich focus on home grown talents to reinvigorate relationships with national orchestras of the… Read more »
Flatpack Presents Dudley Castle Film Night!
Dudley Zoological Gardens has teamed up with Flatpack to present DUDLEY CASTLE AFTER DARK. For the first time ever, the famous Dudley landmark will be transformed into… Read more »
Reggae Caribbean BBQ Cookout
Come and enjoy a good old Jamaican style Cookout. Chilled vibes, sweet Reggae music, Jamaican streetfood, Rum Cocktails and arts and crafts all in the heart of… Read more »
‘Hard Time Bus’ showing + Q&A at mac
Birmingham Filmmakers Take Feature Film ‘Hard Time Bus’ on Tour Birmingham, UK – 27th June 2016 –Award-winning director Dean Charles, teams up once again with fellow Birmingham… Read more »
The Botanist Unearths Underground Bar
Popular Birmingham bar, The Botanist is expanding this month with the launch of its all-new basement bar, The Plant Rooms. Famous for its delicious botanical-based cocktails and… Read more »
UK Athletes Attempt World Record for Charity
Six Birmingham athletes will attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the longest weight-training workout to help raise £100,000 for Birmingham Children Hospital’s Star Appeal. The… Read more »
Filmwire July 2016
After a slightly bruising week, we hope that the contents of this email offer some balm for your soul, food for thought, or perhaps even a job…. Read more »
Bourbon Heritage Month in Brum!
Celebrate American’s Independence Day by treating your tastebuds to a one way ticket to the U.S.A… Without having to flash your passport. As part of ‘Bourbon Heritage… Read more »
The Night Owl 1st Birthday
It’s been a year since the internet went crazy about the news of the UK’s first Northern Soul and Motown club coming soon to Birmingham. Richard Priest,… Read more »
The Word Lounge at The Hippodrome
“The Word Lounge – A brand new cabaret performance with spoken word, dance, original songs and drama, created and performed by individual young people. Performances Saturday 2… Read more »
‘Yoga with a View’ at Rofuto – starts 6th July
Starting on 6th July, escape the city and join Yoga Sweat every Wednesday, at Rofuto Bar for weekly rooftop yoga at 141ft in the sky, with breathtaking… Read more »
Korean BBQ at Hare & Hounds
Happy Chicken – Korean BBQ’ will be taking place on Saturday 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th July in the H&H stables and running from 2pm till late…. Read more »
Digbeth First Friday 1st July
This Digbeth First Friday is bound to get those creative juices flowing! Start your evening at the Jubilee Centre with a new exhibition at Showcase Gallery then… Read more »
LEFTFOOT PRESENT QUANTIC – 1000 WATTS TOUR
LEFTFOOT PRESENT QUANTIC – 1000 WATTS TOUR FRIDAY 15THTH JULY 7PM – 10PM TICKETS: £15 ADVANCE HARE & HOUNDS, HIGH STREET, KINGS HEATH, BIRMINGHAM, B14 7JZ www.facebook.com/quanticmusic… Read more »
AFTER DARK pushing the boundaries of dining
An extraordinary experience for curious appetites with a desire to push the boundaries of dining, curated by producer Kaye Winwood and chef Chris Hughes. They did not… Read more »
Number One Electronic Music Festival comes to Brum
The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music: In November of 2016 the inaugural ‘The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music’ takes place across four days and across… Read more »
Symphony Hall Celebrates Sgt Pepper & Summer of Love
Symphony Hall has announced a very special concert to mark the 50th Anniversary of arguably the most influential album of all time, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club… Read more »
Park Regis Showcases Deafblind Active Exhibition
To celebrate Deafblind Awareness Week, the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham will host a photographic showcase of Sense’s work in sport. A supporter of Sense’s TouchBase Pears… Read more »
Local Talent Needed to work with WSTRN & Tim Westwood
Capital XTRA’s Music Potential funded by Big Music Project is back for 2016! This year Birmingham sees the return of a unique programme tailored for up and… Read more »
600 children sing for Birmingham Children’s Hospital this Friday
Over 600 children from primary schools across the city will sing together to raise funds for Birmingham Children’s Hospital in a special concert organised by King Edward’s… Read more »
Black Sabbath vinyl playback in Birmingham
Promoters: Heavy Tourism/Muthers Studios Event Name: “Purple With Orange Sparkles” Date: Sunday 17th July 2016 Venue: Muthers Studio, 14 Rea Street, Birmingham, B5 6BL Time: 3pm –… Read more »
Taste and Liquor’s First Birthday!
The popular Taste and Liquor will celebrate its first anniversary on Saturday 16th July, and the announcement of their new monthly residency, at Lab 11 Complex. Located… Read more »
Shock & Gore 2016 listings
Shock & Gore 2016 launch night: The Shining (15) at Highbury Hall Friday 8th July 7pm and midnight £18 all tickets Opening the sixth year of the… Read more »
FILMWIRE Newsletter June 2016
Welcome to a new monthly roundup of film happenings in the middle of the country. Regular Flatpack subscribers may recognise it as a descendant of the listings… Read more »
Sunday Xpress at The Edge in Digbeth
Sunday Xpress – June 26 – Doghouse/Giant-Elf-Fist/Beyond the Summit/Hyaena Fierling/Dik Guru Sunday Xpress returns to Friction Arts’ superb venue The Edge on June 26. Now in our… Read more »
The Rainbow Venues 16-Weeks of Summer!
The Rainbow Venues, Birmingham will launch its 16-week series of summer events taking place from Saturday, June 11th. Returning for a second year, the events will offer… Read more »
Symphony Hall 25th anniversary Fun Day!
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Symphony Hall will throw open its doors and throw out the rule book and invite you to explore Birmingham’s iconic Hall like… Read more »
Vintage Clothing that’s Worth the Weight
A brand new event for 2016 comes to Derby’s St. Martins Church on Saturday 11th June . The Vintage Weigh & Pay allows customers to pick and… Read more »
Birmingham Walking Tours
Now you can find out more about Birmingham with a walking tour of the city centre. Starting and ending at the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square… Read more »
Summer Break Moneysaving Tips
Summer’s here and your social life has never been busier. But trying to keep up with everything that your friends are doing without going into your overdraft… Read more »
Sing goodbye to stress
2016 sees the national awareness week focus on how men can beat stress – which is particularly pertinent with figures revealed from The Health & Safety Executive,… Read more »
Bitters ‘n Twisted Cocktail Trail Supporting Acorns Children’s Hospice
Birmingham based Bitters ‘n Twisted Venues started their annual Cocktail Trail on the 28th May which will go on throughout June. With the cocktail trail now in… Read more »
Life’s a Beach at The Botanist
Popular city centre bar, The Botanist, is transforming into a beach on Wednesday 15 June to celebrate National Beer Day. From 6pm the Temple Street bar is… Read more »
The Plough launches ’Spit’ Wine & Spirit School!
The award-winning team at the Plough in Harborne has launched a wine and spirit school with a difference. ‘Spit’ will cater for enthusiasts and those looking to… Read more »
Flatpack’s ‘Build Your Own Film Night’
Date: 16 June 2016 Location: Impact Hub, Walker Building, 58 Oxford St, Birmingham B5 5NY Register for FREE: bit.ly/FlatpackBYOFN ‘Build Your Own Film Night’ with @Flatpack @ImpactHubBrum… Read more »
Yarningham – Birmingham’s new yarn festival
Yarningham is a new yarn festival produced by Stitches and Hos. Stitches and Hos have invited some of their favourite independent yarn producers from around the UK… Read more »
Pete Tong & Heritage Orchestra – Ibiza Classics
‘It all goes right for Pete Tong’ 4/5 London Evening Standard ‘A brilliantly packaged show, the Ibiza Prom energised and shook the sturdy old hall with a… Read more »
Digbeth First Friday – June 2016
The days are longer, the evenings are warmer – there’s no excuse not to get out and explore Digbeth’s cultural offerings for June’s First Friday! It’s another… Read more »