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.

Calibre Conversations Live at The Library of Birmingham

Calibre Audio, the pioneering audiobook charity celebrating 50 years of making reading accessible to everyone, has announced two stellar in-person events at The Library of Birmingham on… Read more »

Experience Sabaton’s Ultimate Metal/Rock Concert Film in UK cinemas for one night only October 11th

Heavy Metal legends SABATON will premiere a one of a kind concert film, recorded on their 2023 tour ‘The Tour To End All Tours’, on 11th October… Read more »

Everything Digbeth – Christmas Market comes to the Creative Quarter this winter

Zellig and Digbeth Arts Space present the Everything Digbeth Christmas Market, a family-friendly open day in the heart of the Creative Quarter. The event follows the huge… Read more »

Shropshire’s Booka Bookshop To Mark National Bookshop Day

Award-winning independent Shropshire retailer Booka Bookshop is preparing to celebrate Bookshop Day with a host of unmissable activities and offers this month. The annual national event is organised… Read more »

VAGABOND LAUNCHES NEW CHEESE FONDUE WINTER SHARER

VAGABOND LAUNCHES NEW CHEESE FONDUE WINTER SHARER

Vagabond, which boasts over 100 wines for customers to explore and self-pour by the glass at its Colmore Row wine bar, has launched a new cheese fondue… Read more »

New Films 4th October 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Joker: Folie A Deux (15) If the template for the… Read more »

BIRMINGHAM’S MOST TERRIFYING VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCE LAUNCHES JUST IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN

The latest instalment of Sandbox VR’s iconic zombie series is here, Deadwood PHOBIA Birmingham’s leading virtual reality venue, Sandbox VR, is launching the third instalment of their… Read more »

Beans on Toast – Heads to BIRMINGHAM on extensive ‘The Wild Goose Chase’ UK Tour

This 1st December will herald the release of a brand new Beans on Toast album: ‘Wild Goose Chasers’. (Pre-save the album here).An illuminating insight into what lies… Read more »

Celebrating their 30th year – iconic Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival at the Birmingham Symphony Hall

Featuring The Glenn Miller Orchestra, The Big Christmas Party, Ministry of Sound Classical more Tickets on-sale at rg.live The annual Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival returns to Birmingham Symphony… Read more »

New show from Women & Theatre premieres during Black History Month

New show from Women & Theatre premieres during Black History Month Miss Ida – ‘Tek charge of yuh health’ is a new show from Women & Theatre… Read more »

Scaremaze at Halloween is back at Luna Springs 

Limited Tickets Available – Book Now! Following last year’s spine-chilling success, Luna Springs in Digbeth is back this October with the Halloween Scaremaze, a bigger, bolder, and more… Read more »

Brumbeat Live Music Guide – October 2024!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this October 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »

WellBe Link Launch Free Mental Health Training in Birmingham

Founder of WellBe Link, Joanna Buckland, is dedicated to making mental health training accessible to all, just like BetterHelp. Specialising in workplace mental health and wellbeing solutions that… Read more »

Blackout Dinner at Orelle

Orelle restaurant, located on the top floor of 103 Colmore Row, has announced it will hold a “Blackout Dinner” on Sunday 27th October. The event, with an exclusive four-course menu created by Head… Read more »

Gothic-pop chanteuse FREYA BEER in Birmingham on October 19th

FREYA BEER is back with the electrifying new track “False Hope”.  STREAM HERE With Jekyll and Hyde-like arrangements, that veer from Beabadoobee-esque bubblegum/pop to blistering Garbage-style grunge/rock in… Read more »

SQUEEZE EXTRA DATES ADDED TO 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Due to phenomenal demand, Squeeze have today announced extra dates to their 50th anniversary UK tour for 2024.  With a half-century distinguished by some of the smartest and sweetest guitar-pop… Read more »

HALLOWEEN Bram Stoker’s The Judge’s House (Stourbridge, B’ham & Worcs)

This Halloween, NeuNoir theatre presents The Judge’s House – a tale of creeping terror written by Dracula creator Bram Stoker, which is set to visit venues in… Read more »

Big Mamma has confirmed La Bellazza will open at Paradise, Birmingham on 29th November

The squadra’s dropped anchor, and we’re almost ready to pull back the curtain on our first restaurantin the UK’s second city… La Bellezza! Nestled in the grand… Read more »

Christmas Magic comes to Bournville Garden Centre

The best time of the year is nearly here, and Bournville Garden Centre is excited to announce its new Christmas store opening on 12th October! The best… Read more »

LULU WILD UNVEILS LATEST SEASONAL MENU CONCEPT IN TIME FOR AUTUMN

One of Birmingham’s most instagrammable restaurants has launched an exquisite, limited edition menu to celebrate the arrival of Autumn. Chapter 4: The Earth’s Echo is the latest… Read more »

SIX BY NICO ROLLS OUT THE RED CARPET WITH LATEST MENU

Running over three weeks, diners will be captivated by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with the star-studded menu. Cooking from 14th October to 3rd November from just £42 per… Read more »

BE THE FIRST TO VISIT CLAYS BIRMINGHAM

Guests can now register their interest in Clays, a virtual clay target shooting experience, to receive exclusive updates about their Birmingham opening date and get priority access… Read more »

Full Casting Announced For The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

Producers of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, celebrating the  75th Anniversary of the publication of C.S. Lewis novel, which is playing at The Alexandra, Birmingham from 27 to 31 May… Read more »

THE NIGHT OWL HOSTS SPOOKY SEASON SPECTACULAR

THE NIGHT OWL HOSTS SPOOKY SEASON SPECTACULAR

This Halloween, The Night Owl is set to host a series of spooktacular events including The Killer Klub from Outer Space on Friday 25 October and The… Read more »

New Films 27th Sept 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Megalopolis (15) Between scathing reviews and accusations of inappropriate touching… Read more »

ONE WEEK till Birmingham Comedy Festival!

It’s now just one short week until the excellent BIRMINGHAM COMEDY FESTIVAL returns! Running from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 October 2024, the UK’s second longest running comedy/arts festival boasts over… Read more »

October half-term – Kids eat free at F1 Arcade

The world’s first F1® experience venue will run the promotion from 28th October – 1stNovember where kids will be able to enjoy a free kid’s meal alongside every… Read more »

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Her mum’s battle inspires beautician to offer free pampering to cancer patients

A beautician is offering cancer patients free pampering sessions as part of a new initiative being launched in October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Paola Spiga, of… Read more »

Sting to play Cannock Chase for Forest Live 2025

Forest Live, Forestry England’s summer concert series presented by Forestry England and Cuffe & Taylor, has announced its return to four stunning woodland locations – including Forestry… Read more »

Mostly Jazz 2025 announcement.. first acts, WAR & Craig Charles

Following a hugely successful 2024, Birmingham’s annual Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival has announced US funk/ jazz/ jam legends War and DJ Craig Charles as their… Read more »

Touring in 2025 | John Wilson and Sinfonia of London orchestra perform Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Greatest Hits

Prepare to be enchanted as John Wilson & Sinfonia of London bring the timeless music of Rodgers & Hammerstein to life in a spectacular concert tour across… Read more »

Six by Nico Announce Exclusive Sunday Roast Tasting Menu

Six by Nico, the dynamic dining experience known for its six-week tasting menu rotation, has announced an extension of its new limited-edition offering, Sunday Roast, which was… Read more »

YORKS CAFE TO LAUNCH IN PARADISE BIRMINGHAM ON TUESDAY 8TH OCTOBER

One of Birmingham’s most recognised coffee shops, Yorks Café, has announced their fourth site will be opening on Tuesday 8th October in the heart of the £1.2 billion Paradise Birmingham development. The open plan venue,… Read more »

EX KASABIAN’S TOM MEIGHAN IN BIRMINGHAM ON OCTOBER 5TH

TOM MEIGHAN announces new album ‘Roadrunner‘, to be released on 4TH OCTOBER on Blue Rocket Records. Today he shares new single ‘White Lies‘. He will tour the… Read more »

New Films 19th Sept 2024 by Mike Davies

New Films 19th Sept 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK The Substance (18) A body horror so extreme, even David… Read more »

THE DRIVER ERA Release Official Video For New Single ‘You Keep Me Up At Night’

Directed by Gordy De St Jeor, the fast-paced video perfectly captures the high-energy essence of the track. With a packed house party as the central focus, the… Read more »

Tattu Birmingham Launch New Bottomless Brunch + Imperial Sunday Roast

Tattu Birmingham Launch New Bottomless Brunch + Imperial Sunday Roast

This September, Tattu Birmingham are ushering in the new season with the return of the old favourite Imperial Sunday Roast, which heroes Chinese style meats combined with… Read more »

The Soul Connection come to The Core

Midlands-based band The Soul Connection bring their classic 60s Soul sound to the Studio at The Core, Solihull on Friday 18 October. With spine-tingling vocals, a driving… Read more »

Irish alternative artist KEELEY supporting Terrorvision in Wolverhampton September 26th

This Autumn, KEELEY will return with their much anticipated new album ‘Beautiful Mysterious’, on 18 October. Perhaps it’s the special preserve of the Irish to tell stories… Read more »

King Buzzo (Melvins) to play in Birmingham with Trevor Dunn on 9th October

King Buzzo, the iconic founder and lead vocalist/guitar player for the Melvins, and Mr. Bungle bass player Trevor Dunn, bring their “King Dunn Tour” to the UK/EU… Read more »

Underground Panjabi Rave Jawani Nights Returns To XOYO Birmingham

Jawani Nights returns to XOYO Birmingham on Friday 27th Sept following four sold-out shows. The demand for this party is unprecedented as Panjabi culture and underground rave… Read more »

US Soul Sensation Jarrod Lawson announces UK concert dates for December 2024 

Tickets on sale Friday 20th September at 10am Internationally acclaimed U.S. singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jarrod Lawson is set to electrify the UK this December with three unmissable performances…. Read more »

Sampad Arts Shirley Park takeover this Saturday!

This Saturday 21 September, get ready for an amazing showcase of South Asian culture as Sampad Arts bring an eclectic blend of dance, music and fun workshops… Read more »

What’s New at the Motorhome & Caravan Show this October 

The UK’s premier Leisure Vehicle showcase will unveil the latest innovations and new for 2025 model releases from leading UK and European manufacturers, from Tuesday 15 –… Read more »

The American Dream unravels in one of the finest plays of the 20th century by one of its finest writers.

Birmingham’s Crescent Theatre presents the Arthur Miller classic, All My Sons, from September 28th to October 5th. This is the play that catapulted Miller to global fame…. Read more »

Exclusive Nyetimber Event At Orelle

Winner of this year’s British Restaurant Awards for ‘Best Restaurant In Birmingham’, Orelle, will be hosting an exclusive one-night only event with Nyetimber, in their Private Dining… Read more »

Digbeth Oktoberfest is back for 2024! Birmingham’s oldest pub hosts the eighth year of Oktoberfest celebrations.

The Old Crown will be hosting this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations in Digbeth! On Saturday 11th & 18th October, they’ll be celebrating the event’s eighth year with live… Read more »

F1 Arcade Launch A New Breakfast Menu

The official Formula 1®️ experience bar, F1®️ Arcade, located in Paradise Birmingham’s Chamberlain Square, will be launching a breakfast menu on 21st September.  The brand new offering… Read more »

New Films 13th Sept 2024 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Speak No Evil (15) A (toned down) remake of the… Read more »

Global entertainers Blue Man Group head to Birmingham next week

In just one month’s time, the sensational Blue Man Group will return to the UK, bringing their critically acclaimed Bluevolution World Tour to venues throughout the country… Read more »