What’s on

Follow the latest what’s on in Birmingham news. Supplied by our guest writers, and press release contributors. From food & drink to live music, arts and culture to reviews and events.

LA BELLEZZA AND MEDICINE BAKERY COUPLE UP FOR VALENTINE’S DESSERT

La Grande Bellezza Cronut is Medicine’s fluffy cronut (as if a croissant and doughnut fell in love), filled with tangy lemon curd, sitting under a cloud of… Read more »

New Films 17th January 2025 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK A Complete Unknown (12A) As any Dylanologist will know, the… Read more »

ORELLE’S BLACKOUT DINNER TO RETURN FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

The one-off evening will be returning on Sunday 16th February, with an exclusive four-course menu created by Executive Chef, Kiran Suvarna Orelle, named as one of the… Read more »

Upcoming shows in the Studio at The Core, Solihull

Spring into action with music, dance and comedy performances guaranteed to help banish the winter blues, all taking place in the Studio at The Core, Solihull. On… Read more »

29th March, Daoiri Farrell – World Renowned Authentic Irish Folk Musician at Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham

‘Daoirí Farrell is singlehandedly spearheading a resurgence of the authentic in Irish folk music…he is rightly in demand all over the world.’ Irish Music ‘The finest Irish… Read more »

Jungle Cakes Brings the Heat to XOYO Birmingham this March

Get ready for an unmissable night as Jungle Cakes lands at XOYO Birmingham on Saturday, 1st March, delivering an electrifying showcase of heavyweight Jungle beats, deep basslines,… Read more »

Cylla Restaurant Brings Fine Dining Greek Cuisine to Birmingham

Cylla Restaurant Brings Fine Dining Greek Cuisine to Birmingham

Birmingham’s culinary landscape is set to be transformed with the arrival of Cylla, an innovative fine dining destination that seamlessly blends authentic Greek cuisine with contemporary gastronomy…. Read more »

Could You Firewalk to Ignite Hope for Bereaved Children Asks Charity Winston’s Wish

The UK’s first children and young people’s bereavement charity, Winston’s Wish, is calling upon the local community to take part in its Firewalk at the Land Rover… Read more »

Announcing The Snowflake on tour

Following a highly successful run at Birmingham Rep, The Snowflake presented by Birmingham Rep, Polka Theatre and Little Angel Theatre will tour to 18 libraries across Birmingham and… Read more »

CHANGES AFOOT AT THE GLASSWORKS: STOURBRIDGE PUB SET FOR REFURBISHMENT

The Glassworks pub in Stourbridge is set to undergo a major refurbishment, investing over £290k to refresh this much loved, community pub. Upon reopening, The Glassworks will have a… Read more »

Footballing legends Barry Fry and Andy Townsend return to the Midlands

An Evening With Barry Fry, hosted by Tom Ross Monday 17 March 2025 Herbert’s Yard, Birmingham Tickets priced £14.00 plus booking fee via Skiddle In support of Blues 4… Read more »

Midlands cultural and community champions celebrated in new collaboration

JERKMAN, the first of a new short film series commissioned by Hockley Social Club and produced by MADEBYBRUM, celebrates West Midlands Jerk Centre owner Adrian Alexander The… Read more »

SIX BY NICO UNVEILS NEW, INTERACTIVE AND IMMERSIVE THEME: MURDER ON THE MIDNIGHT EXPRESS

This new experience, blending mystery and storytelling with food and drink, defines a new level of customer engagement at a time when both restaurants and diners are… Read more »

What’s On PlayStation The Concert – major, visually groundbreaking brand new show – Birmingham date 

Following its highly anticipated announcement on October 15, PlayStation: The Concert launches its global tour this year, offering fans a revolutionary live experience that celebrates the iconic music of… Read more »

BIRMINGHAM LIGHT FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAMME

Birmingham Light Festival has announced its full programme, including spectacular illuminated artworks and a packed schedule of events Birmingham Light Festival has released the list of dazzling… Read more »

ROXY LEISURE LAUNCHES BALLERS BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH

Roxy Leisure is bringing a bold new twist to bottomless brunch with the launch of Ballers Bottomless Brunch. From £35pp, guests can enjoy 90 minutes of non-stop… Read more »

10th Feb. Henry Wagons Oz-Indie-Country Pioneer at Kitchen Garden Cafe, Kings Heath, Birmingham

Oz-Indie-Country pioneer Henry Wagons returns to the UK, with a new desert-fried Morricone-inspired album under his arm and a hunger to share songs and stories from the… Read more »

Julian Taylor to returns to Birmingham with show at Kitchen Garden Cafe

Toronto singer-songwriter, 4x JUNO nominee, and UK Americana Music Awards nominee Julian Taylor will be returning to the UK & Ireland for a series of live performances this month and… Read more »

New Films 10th January 2025 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Babygirl (18) Despite scenes of Nicole Kidman masturbating to porn… Read more »

NEW 90S COMPILATION ALBUM IN THE BATH PERSONALLY CURATED BY LUSH CO-FOUNDER MARK CONSTANTINE

Lush co-founder Mark Constantine proudly presents In the Bath, the fourth instalment of the brand’s acclaimed compilation series, following on from previous releases Self Preservation Society, Instant Replay and Life’s What You… Read more »

A Taste Of Turkey Re-imagined as Etci Mehmet Unveils Exciting New Menu at Star City

A new Et-ciptional menu has launched exclusively at Birmingham’s most loved Turkish restaurant Et-ci Mehmet. After delighting over one million steak lovers, award-winning Turkish restaurant Etci Mehmet… Read more »

Doves fly into Moseley Folk Festival + This Is The Kit & Muireann Bradley

Doves have been revealed as the latest headline act set for this year’s Moseley Folk and Arts Festival (Friday 29 to Sunday 31 August 2025, Birmingham). The… Read more »

Pitchers Bar to Celebrate FA Cup Clash with £3 Pints as Tamworth FC Hosts Tottenham Hotspur

Pitchers Bar, the popular sports pub in the heart of Tamworth, is gearing up for an electric Sunday as the town’s beloved Tamworth FC takes on Premier… Read more »

Rita, Sue & Bob Too! UK Tour Opens In Four Weeks Starring Jake Quickenden 

The smash hit stage version of cult classic comedy Rita, Sue & Bob Too! is set to embark on a new 10-week nationwide tour, opening in four… Read more »

Come & Sing Handel’s classic anthems with Birmingham Bach Choir 

Birmingham Bach Choir kick off 2025 with their always popular annual Come and Sing! event, which this year offers choral singers an opportunity to rehearse and perform… Read more »

ORELLE LAUNCHES NEW THREE-COURSE JANUARY MENU FOR £34

Orelle, located on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore Row, with panoramic views of the city and beyond, has launched a new set menu to start 2025… Read more »

UK festival aims to lead the way for inclusivity in 2025

Through its Big Free Community Day and year-round engagement, Birmingham Pride enables marginalised communities to be part of one of the UK’s biggest LGBTQI+ celebrations – After… Read more »

A thank you and a Great Gig Alert! Birmingham Symphony Hall, Jennifer Blackwell Stage 25.2.25.

2024 proved to be quite a year for The Lost Notes with stand-out performances across the country including Shrewsbury Folk Festival and their first international gig at… Read more »

FAT HIPPO – PRESS RELEASE – VEGANUARY SPECIAL! 

Fat Hippo, your favourite independent restaurant group, known for their indulgent, roll-up-your-sleeves and get it all over your face food, have teamed up with plant-based innovators Miami… Read more »

Cast announcement for Community at Birmingham Rep

Birmingham Rep is thrilled to announce the cast of brand-new comedy drama, Community, premiering at The Rep in their early Spring season (Thursday 30 January – Saturday… Read more »

Coming to UK cinemas this Spring – The World’s Greatest Stage Musicals – Les Miserables, Jesus Christ Superstar, A Night With Janis Joplin, Billy Elliot and Bonnie & Clyde

SPRING 2025 LES MISÉRABLES – THE STAGED CONCERT (2019) SUNDAY 2ND FEBRUARY / TUESDAY 4TH FEBRUARY JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR: LIVE ARENA TOUR (2012) SUNDAY 2ND MARCH /… Read more »

ROXY LEISURE PARTNER WITH EVERLEAF AND LUCKY SAINT FOR DRY JANUARY

For Dry January 2025, Roxy Leisure is teaming up with premium non-alcoholic brands Everleaf and Lucky Saint, offering guests exclusive mocktails and promotions from 2nd – 31st… Read more »

Brumbeat Live Music Guide – January 2025!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this January 2025. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic live music Brum… Read more »

The Effect – at The Crescent, Birmingham

Photography by Graeme Braidwood The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham stages Lucy Prebble’s critically acclaimed THE EFFECT from January 18th to 25th. Love. Sadness. Joy. Depression. Lucy Prebble’s… Read more »

New Films 2ndth January 2025 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Nosferatu (15) There’s a certain degree of déjà vu among… Read more »

31st January, Jim Moray – Pushing Boundaries of Traditional Folk Music at MAC, Birmingham

Jim Moray is heading out on tour in January and February 2025 with a new single, his first new music since 2019. Moray has been pushing the… Read more »

2025 at The Alchemist, Birmingham this January

Whilst we all look forward to the fun and frolics throughout the festive season, many of us already have our eyes on the January sales. The Alchemist… Read more »

Star turn set to bring the house down at Nailcote Hall

Star quality helps lift the curtain on a New Year of live entertainment at Nailcote Hall Hotel in January with a rare solo appearance by Hollies lead… Read more »

Beatles All You Need is Love Fest returns to Birmingham on 15 Feb

Lovers of The Beatles are being urged to bring or find their Valentine when King’s Heath’s All You Need Is Love Festival returns on Saturday 15 February…. Read more »

New Films 26th December 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Better Man (15) Taking his cue from Robbie Williams saying… Read more »

New Films 20th December 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Mufasa: The Lion King (PG) A far cry from his… Read more »

Six by Nico partners with NQ64 for the ultimate nostalgic night out

This festive season, Six by Nico, known for its ever-evolving six-course tasting menus, is collaborating with NQ64, the retro arcade bar, to bring guests an unforgettable nostalgic… Read more »

The Lord Clifden Pub Reopens Its Doors After Lovingly Restoring a Birmingham Gem

The Lord Clifden Pub Reopens Its Doors After Lovingly Restoring a Birmingham Gem

Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, December 2024 – After months of restoration and care, the iconic Lord Clifden pub in Birmingham’s vibrant Jewellery Quarter is reopening its doors to the… Read more »

New Year, New Menu – Something for everyone at The Coconut Tree with Vegan and Gluten-Free Choices!

The Coconut Tree (TCT), is kicking off the new year with a refreshed main menu as well as a special treat for Veganuary. Encouraging customers to ‘try… Read more »

20/25 at The Alchemist, Birmingham this January

Whilst we all look forward to the fun and frolics throughout the festive season, many of us already have our eyes on the January sales. The Alchemist… Read more »

New Films 14th December 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Kraven The Hunter (15) Subject to a wave of the… Read more »

International DJ Joel Corry to headline MidlandsMania at Edgbaston

BRIT Award nominated DJ Joel Corry – who has five top 10 UK singles – will be the headline music act at the first ever MidlandsMania T20… Read more »

CELEBRATE NEW YEAR IN STYLE WITH LA BELLEZZA’S NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU

CELEBRATE NEW YEAR IN STYLE WITH LA BELLEZZA’S NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU

Kiss goodbye to 2024 and eat, drink & ring in the New Year in style, whether it be toasting with that special someone or celebrating big with… Read more »

Celebrate New Years Eve 2024 in Style: Discover the Best Things to Do in Digbeth

Celebrate New Years Eve 2024 in Style: Discover the Best Things to Do in Digbeth

What better place to ring in the New Year than Digbeth, the creative heart of Birmingham. With its vibrant flair, eclectic music scene and array of unique… Read more »

Household names and leading outdoor enthusiasts announced for Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show speaker line-up

The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is set to return to the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham from Tuesday 18 – Sunday 23 February 2025, spanning almost 20… Read more »