Make Christmas memories in Birmingham
Discover a selection of bold seasonal moments in Birmingham, to share with family and friends this festive season.
Reindeer Trail
Explore a beautiful free family trail featuring 9 festive reindeers in Birmingham City Centre.
Central BID Birmingham's festive sculpture trail is a heartwarming addition to the festive season.
An absolute delight for all the family, the reindeer will be sure to brighten your day. Get an album’s worth of unique Christmas pictures while soaking up an array of seasonal sights, inspiring Christmas spirit for all ages.
Find more information on our Reindeer Trail event page.
The Library of Birmingham
Fill your seasonal story with wonder and visit the library of Birmingham.
Venture out of the cold and into one of the city’s most iconic buildings, home to the Shakespeare Collection as well as other archives and collections that tell Birmingham’s tale.
For another priceless gift you can wander up to the outdoor roof terrace, offering unrivalled views of the city.
Find out more about the Library of Birmingham
The Birmingham Bull and Paddington Bear
Snap a seasonal selfie with Birmingham’s beloved bull and this year’s special guest, Paddington Bear (don’t worry, neither of them charge).
Capture the festive spirit with the bull standing proudly outside the Bullring.
Then take a short walk to find Paddington Bear sitting on a bench outside Selfridges, watching the world go by.
To sneak a peek at Paddington, visit our Paddington visits Birmingham event page.
Whether your family and friends live local or afar, ping them the picture, share a seasonal smile and brighten their Christmastime with a little Brummie charm - completely free of charge. Santa hat optional!
Meet Ozzy: Grand Central’s Iconic Bull
Step into the enchanting world of Ozzy, Grand Central’s iconic star.
Our star attraction, Ozzy the 33ft mechanical bull, was born from the excitement of the Commonwealth Games and now resides at Grand Central.
Ozzy's eyes come to life with a mesmerizing glow, and his head and tail move in a lifelike dance, creating a magical experience you won't want to miss.
Come capture the spirit of the season and be part of the holiday magic - Ozzy is here to turn your Christmas dreams into cherished memories.
The Birmingham Botanical Garden Light Trail
Shine a light on wintertime wonder with the Botanical Garden light trail.
Taking Christmas lights to a whole new level, illuminate your wintertime with wonder at the Botanical Gardens Winter Light Trail.
Weave your way through the best part of a mile of stunning surroundings in Edgbaston’s beautiful Botanical Gardens, set to a musical soundtrack for a complete immersive experience that’s sure to be a talking point at Christmas get-togethers.
Find out more about Luminate Birmingham Light Trail at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Bournville
Sweet seasonal memories await in Bournville.
From story time adventures with Father Christmas, celebration weekends and even its very own pantomime, there’s many a sweet treat to be had at the home of chocolate creations.
Don’t forget to check out the local area too, bringing the optimism of Christmas goodwill and yuletide cheer with village choir services nestled around the huge festive tree.
Experience Bournville in full verse this winter!
To find out more about upcoming events, visit Bournville Village Trust’s website.
Herbert’s Yard, Longbridge
Treat your tastebuds and gather at Herbert’s Yard this Christmas.
Immerse yourself in the heart of Birmingham’s industry and take a trip to Longbridge, where an area of automotive legacy has been transformed by the folks at Digbeth Dining Club.
Herbert's Yard is a space to gather, celebrate and enjoy the finest food and drink that’s sure to get your tastebuds ringing out with winter cheer.
Find out more about Herbert's Yard
Santa’s Grotto
From Lapland to Brum, don’t miss Saint Nick on his festive World tour. This year he’s bringing his new Virtual Reality sleigh ride!
The magic of Christmas spreads far and wide, and there’s nothing quite like going to Santa’s Grotto to ramp up the seasonal spirit. Whether they’ve been nice all year, or you need to draw on some festive forgiveness, let them have the free gift of meeting Santa Claus. From Lapland to Birmingham, just for you and your little ones – now that’s a pretty special commute!
Discover Santa’s Grotto, a magical train ride and VR Xmas Sleigh Ride
To discover more activities happening in Birmingham this festive season, visit our Events section.
Page last updated: 21 November 2024
