Latest Things to do Events from Birmingham City Council

Highbury Dog Show at Highbury Park

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:13:16 +0100

A fun and friendly dog show with games, prizes and plenty of smiles for the whole family.
Date: 17th May 2026
Location: Highbury Park Shutlock Lane Moseley B13 8QG
Time: 13:00 - 16:00

Highbury Hall open day

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:07:57 +0100

Step inside a historic building for a relaxed afternoon of exploring, tours and stories from the people who care for it.
Date: 3rd May 2026
Location: Highbury Hall 4 Yew Tree Road Moseley Birmingham B13 8QG
Time: 13:00 - 16:00

Verve open mic poetry night

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:45:54 +0100

Share your poems or spoken word in a friendly open mic at the Hive.
Date: 19th May 2026
Location: The Hive 43 to 47 Vittoria Street Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 19:00 - 21:30

Make it, mend it

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:43:17 +0100

A drop-in craft and mending session at The Hive, for all ages and abilities.
Date: 19th May 2026
Location: The Hive, 43-47 Vittoria St, Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 18:00 - 20:00

Poetry workshop: Blitz poems

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:40:47 +0100

Push your poetry in a new direction with an afternoon of sharp thinking and quick writing at the Hive.
Date: 19th May 2026
Location: The Hive 43 to 47 Vittoria Street Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 15:30 - 17:30

Idealist happy hours at the Hive

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:34:54 +0100

A drop-in meetup for people who want to chat, connect and feel part of their local community.
Date: 5th May 2026
Location: The Hive 43 to 47 Vittoria Street Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 11:30 - 13:30

Mixed woodwind quartet

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:49:24 +0100

A free lunchtime concert at the Library of Birmingham featuring 4 young musicians playing mixed woodwind instruments.
Date: 2nd May 2026
Location: Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND
Time: 12:00 - 13:00

Birmingham Child Contact Centre 30th anniversary

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:08:50 +0100

A free family event celebrating 30 years of Birmingham Child Contact Centre’s work supporting children and families.
Date: 9th May 2026
Location: Edgbaston Community Centre 40 Woodview Drive Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2HU
Time: 14:00 - 17:00

Cannon Hill junior parkrun

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:53:29 +0100

A free weekly 2 kilometre run for juniors, open to children aged 4 to 15 years.
Date: 19th Apr 2026 - 20th Dec 2026
Interval: Every week
Location: Cannon Hill park Russell Road Moseley Birmingham B13 8RD
Time: 08:45 - 09:45

Cirquoise Circus

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:17:25 +0100

A one-hour circus show for families featuring acrobatics, contortionists and clowns at Melbicks Garden Centre.
Date: 23rd May 2026 - 31st May 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Melbicks Garden Centre Chester Road Coleshill Birmingham B46 3HY

Woodland walk at Lickey Hills Country Park

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:11:15 +0000

Take on a gentle woodland walk to support bereaved families at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospitals.
Date: 16th May 2026
Location: Lickey Hills Country Park Warren Lane Lickey Birmingham B45 8ER
Time: 10:00 - 14:00

Finding the treasure at Hodge Hill Church

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:34:38 +0000

See how small ideas and local strengths can grow into big community change.
Date: 15th May 2026
Location: Hodge Hill Church 242 Coleshill Road Hodge Hill Birmingham B36 8BG
Time: 10:00 - 16:00

What are the odds?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:47:18 +0000

An exhibition exploring the role of art in supporting health and care systems, shown at the Library of Birmingham.
Date: 21st Jan 2026 - 27th Jun 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND
Time: 11:00 - 17:00

Beginners salsa and bachata classes at Quinney Hall

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:30:07 +0000

Uksalsafeet hosts fun, friendly classes for complete beginners every Tuesday in Sutton Coldfield.
Date: 6th Jan 2026 - 15th Dec 2026
Interval: Every week
Location: Quinney Hall London Road The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield B75 5SD
Time: 19:30 - 22:00

Witches, Ghosts and Spirits: a Shakespeare exhibition

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:40:43 +0000

Visit the Library of Birmingham to explore Shakespeare’s spooky side in a free exhibition.
Date: 4th Nov 2025 - 30th Jun 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND

Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:08:35 +0100

An exhibition celebrating the achievements and awards of rock icon Ozzy Ozbourne.
Date: 25th Jun 2025 - 27th Sep 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Chamberlain Square Birmingham B3 3DH
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

City sights and history tour

Thu, 15 May 2025 11:41:51 +0100

Discover the history of the city and see the main city centre sights in this outdoor walking tour.
Date: 6th Jan 2026 - 30th Jun 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Bullring and Grand Central Moor Street Birmingham B5 4BU

Chester Monte's murder mystery

Tue, 13 May 2025 15:16:43 +0100

Immerse yourself in Birmingham with an interactive murder mystery game! Uncover clues, solve puzzles and unravel the mystery in this thrilling adventure.
Date: 13th Jul 2025 - 31st Dec 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham City Centre

Crafternoon Thursdays

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:51:47 +0100

Come along to a friendly and relaxed group for crafters at South Yardley library.
Date: 4th Jul 2025 - 30th Jul 2026
Interval: Every week
Location: South Yardley library Yardley Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8LT
Time: 14:00 - 16:30

Walking club at Sutton park

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:58:13 +0100

Improve your fitness, enjoy some great company and spend time in the stunning natural environment of Sutton park.
Date: 24th Jun 2025 - 27th Jul 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: SE Fitness Headquarters Wyndley Leisure Centre Clifton Road Sutton Coldfield B73 6EB

Social running club at Sutton park

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:50:40 +0100

Improve your fitness, enjoy some great company and spend time in the stunning natural environment of Sutton park.
Date: 24th Jun 2024 - 31st Dec 2026
Interval: Every week
Location: Sutton Park (Town Gate entrance) 60 Park Road The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B73 6BU

Curious About Birmingham - Quirky heritage walks

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 15:50:37 +0000

Have fun exploring Birmingham, spotting things you've never noticed before, with 2 quirky heritage walks in a treasure hunt style. A fun and affordable way to experience the fresh air.
Date: 31st Dec 2025 - 31st Dec 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham City Centre