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Airbag performs live at O2 Academy2 Birmingham with a rock band performance.
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What's On in Birmingham – Events This Week & Things To Do
Birmingham right now: 22 events this week · across 1 venues · 4 categories
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Birmingham’s changed. From the Soho Manufactory to the Selfridges Building, this city keeps reinventing itself, yet somehow the best local things still get buried under noise. You’re busy. Social media groups overwhelm. Local gems vanish into the feed. The City Brief cuts through that. Each week, we surface what actually matters: the events worth your time, the hidden corners worth visiting, the stories that make this place tick. Whether it's Bournville's chocolate heritage, Lickey Hills' views, or what's happening near New Street, we do the scrolling so you don't. Just the signal. No fluff.
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Events in Birmingham This Weekend
The Bats - Jeepster
New Zealand psych-pop band The Bats performs at Hare And Hounds Kings Heath.
Keo: Unplugged Acoustic Album Launch Show (Matinee)
Keo performs unplugged acoustic album launch show at XOYO in support of debut album 'Put A Smile On For Me'.
J. Cole: The Fall-off Tour
J. Cole performs his The Fall-Off Tour at Utilita Arena Birmingham.
Jamaica vs Nigeria Comedy Clash - Birmingham
Comedians from Jamaica and Nigeria headline a comedy clash in Birmingham at The Glee Club.
Events in Birmingham This Week
Lenny Henry: Still at Large Sir Lenny Henry
Comedian Lenny Henry performs his one-man show 'Still At Large' at Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre.
Soul ii Soul
Soul II Soul performs a live music concert at Symphony Hall, Birmingham.
Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys
Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys perform folk music at Hare & Hounds in Birmingham.
The Snowman 2026
The Birmingham Rep presents the festive theatrical production of 'The Snowman'.
Duran Duran
Duran Duran performs live at Utilita Arena Birmingham.
Queenz
Queenz performs at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
The Void
The Void is a theatrical production premiering at Birmingham Rep.
The Turn of The Screw
A classic play adaptation of Henry James' 'The Turn of the Screw' performed at Birmingham Rep.
Family & Kids
Play in a Day 6-8 Year Olds
Children aged 6-8 participate in a theatre workshop at Birmingham Repertory Theatre.
Play in a Day 9-11 Year Olds
Children's theatre workshop for ages 9-11 at Birmingham Repertory Theatre.
Secret Garden Pumpkin Patch
A seasonal pumpkin patch featuring games, food, and drinks at Hillscourt Hotel on 31 October.
Go Wild at The Birmingham Zoo
Birmingham Zoo offers free admission to veterans and their dependents during Veterans Week.
Nightlife & Music
Live at The Lapworth: Impossible Conversations
Impossible Conversations performs jazz fusion at Lapworth Museum in an evening of live music.
Airbag
Airbag performs live at O2 Academy2 Birmingham with a rock band performance.
The Bats - Jeepster
New Zealand psych-pop band The Bats performs at Hare And Hounds Kings Heath.
Keo: Unplugged Acoustic Album Launch Show (Matinee)
Keo performs unplugged acoustic album launch show at XOYO in support of debut album 'Put A Smile On For Me'.
J. Cole: The Fall-off Tour
J. Cole performs his The Fall-Off Tour at Utilita Arena Birmingham.
Featured Places in Birmingham
Fitness Centre
24/7 Fitness24/7 Fitness Birmingham is a fitness centre on Hagley Road in the Bearwood/Smethwick area of Birmingham.
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40 St Paul's40 St Paul's is a bar on St Paul's Square in Birmingham.
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Abdul's Cafe and DinerAbdul's Cafe and Diner is a restaurant on Stratford Road, in Birmingham’s Balti area.
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Akash TandooriAkash Tandoori is an Indian restaurant on Ladypool Road, a known area for South Asian cuisine in Birmingham.
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Akram Kashmiri RestaurantAkram Kashmiri Restaurant is an Indian restaurant on Pershore Road in Birmingham.
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Things to do in Birmingham
What’s on in Birmingham covers a full range of activities for all tastes. Whether you're looking for things to do in Birmingham this week or planning a night out, events in Birmingham span live music, theatre, food and drink experiences, markets, family activities, and cultural shows. The city draws visitors and locals alike who want to explore what's happening across different neighbourhoods and venues. Birmingham’s event scene reflects its character as a major industrial and cultural centre. You can find nightlife and music venues alongside family-friendly activities, shopping experiences, and outdoor pursuits. Neighbourhoods like Moseley offer independent shops and cafes, while areas such as Edgbaston provide green spaces and cultural institutions. The city also connects easily to nearby regions like Coventry and Stoke-on-Trent, each with their own heritage attractions and events worth exploring. This site helps you find events this week and this weekend by sorting through multiple categories including Food & Drink, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. You can browse by neighbourhood, by venue, or by the type of activity you’re interested in. Local guides provide context on where to go and what to expect, making it easy to plan your time in the city.
Common Birmingham Questions
### Which Birmingham venues host the most events? Birmingham’s event landscape is varied, with activity across the city centre and neighbourhoods. The Bullring shopping district hosts retail, dining, and cultural programming. Venues like the 02 Academy Birmingham and 02 Institute Birmingham are central to the Nightlife & Music scene. The University of Birmingham contributes significantly to Culture & Arts events, whilst theatres including Birmingham Rep programme Family & Kids activities. Green spaces like Cannon Hill Park host Fitness & Outdoors activities, and markets and Food & Drink venues operate throughout Moseley and other mixed-use areas. ### Where can I find live music in Birmingham? Live music concentrates in dedicated Nightlife & Music venues and cultural spaces. The 02 Academy Birmingham and 02 Institute Birmingham are primary music performance locations in the city centre. The Mostly Jazz Festival showcases jazz and contemporary music. Regular live programming occurs in historic districts along Broad Street and Digbeth. ### How often are Birmingham event listings updated? The City Brief maintains regularly updated event listings across six categories: Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. Listings reflect events each week across Birmingham’s neighbourhoods and venues. The site’s ‘this week’ and ‘this weekend’ sections help visitors discover current programming. Updates ensure coverage spans established venues like the University of Birmingham and emerging spaces in Moseley, Handsworth, and Edgbaston. ### How can I find out what's on in Birmingham this weekend? The City Brief offers dedicated ‘this weekend’ filtering for quick activity planning. Use the homepage section to view all events across categories, or explore the categories page for Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, or Shopping & Markets. The venues guide lists major locations including the Bullring, Cannon Hill Park, and Birmingham Rep. Explore by neighbourhood, such as Moseley, Edgbaston, or Handsworth. ### What are the most popular event categories in Birmingham? Birmingham’s event scene spans six categories. Culture & Arts programming draws audiences to venues like the Birmingham Public Library and Winterbourne Botanic Garden. Nightlife & Music thrives in venues such as the 02 Academy Birmingham, supported by festivals including the Birmingham Triennial Music Festival and Mostly Jazz Festival. Family & Kids activities take place in parks and theatres. Food & Drink events connect independent cafes in Moseley with markets citywide. Fitness & Outdoors programming utilises green spaces like Lickey Hills Country Park and Sutton Park. Shopping & Markets serve the Bullring and historic markets.