Not sure what things to do in Birmingham this weekend? Well, whatever the weather’s like, however your mood is, we’ll always have you covered here at Secret Birmingham. Be it the best restaurants and gigs to cultural events or bottomless brunches, we’ve got your weekend sorted below.
Where else are you going to see Darth Vader slut drop in a glossy catsuit, while a hip-thrusting Han Solo moonwalks to Smooth Criminal? The Empire Strips Back shimmies its way into Birmingham for a steamy spectacle of sensual stripteases, synchronised dance routines, and tongue-in-cheek comedy. The high-energy burlesque show boasts dazzling performers, expertly-crafted props, stunning set design and creative costumes that promise a unique twist on the Star Wars films you know and love.
Caledonian Sleeper
With Burns Night coming up (Sunday, January 25)—the celebration of the poet Robert Burns—there’s never been a better time to visit the Scottish Highlands. The overnight rail journey, the Caledonian Sleeper, will start calling in Birmingham as of January 15, 2026. This new service will connect Birmingham International directly with Aberdeen, Fort William, and Inverness.
Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero
‘Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero’ was originally meant to end this weekend, but the free-to-enter exhibition, which charts the Black Sabbath singer’s journey from “a working-class kid from Aston” to the world’s most recognisable global rock legend, has been extended… again! You can see Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame accolades, MTV awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars honours, his platinum and gold discs, alongside photography and video.
The Alchemist
For the whole of January, The Alchemist has launched a limited-edition 2010 Revival Menu, bringing back some of its most iconic early cocktails and dishes as well as long-standing fan favourites—all at their original 2010 prices. This includes the return of the fan-favourites like the White Chocolate Raspberry Martini (£6) and the Colour Changing One (£6). It’s not just cocktails either. Grab a cheeseburger for just £8 or fish ‘n’ chips for £10.
Robin Hood
Join TV fashionista Gok Wan, Birmingham favourite Matt Slack and pantomime royalty Christopher Biggins for Birmingham’s legendary annual panto. Robin Hood promises the perfect pantomime: laugh-out-loud comedy, bundles of audience participation, astonishing special effects, and plenty of boos and hisses for the whole family to enjoy.