Explore unusual things to do in Birmingham: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of Birmingham all year round. It’s your must-read guide to Birmingham, for visitors and locals alike.
I love my life. I get to go to , write about , and my colleagues ain’t half bad either. But, sometimes, it can all get a bit… samey. Even the becomes boring eventually, but with these perception-altering immersive expe...
The world prepares to bid adieu to Tommy Shelby this Friday (March 6) with the cinema release of . While many of the movie’s scenes were shot here in Birmingham, at the new Digbeth Loc. Studios, for a real look at the l...
In Birmingham, hundreds of candles cast a warm glow as a live string ensemble reframes pop into period romance—think Give Me Everything and Dancing on My Own gone Regency-chic. Tickets for select dates are now available...
Look, I’ve never been the biggest dog person (don’t even get me started on doggolingo), but not even I can deny the impressiveness of Crufts. The world’s greatest dog show is home to only the world’s greatest dogs—with...
The Old Crown has revealed that there will be no St Patrick’s Parade in 2026, as Digbeth’s oldest pub announces two weeks of Irish-led events in place of the annual Birmingham-Irish cultural celebration. This is another...
You might still feel like hibernating somewhat due to the wet weather, but there are plenty of reasons to poke your head out for this March. From annual holidays, like St Patrick’s Day and Mothering Sund...
A stunning new concert performance is set to take animation fans back to their childhood, as Avatar The Last Airbender gets the live concert treatment this year. An 'In Concert' series of performances will bring the mus...
February might be freezing, but you can rekindle that fiery passion on Valentine's Day with one of these hot date ideas. Whether you've been together a lifetime or it's still puppy love, there are dozens...
Birmingham has always had a spark about it—part industrial grit, part creative pulse, and just a little bit of something you can’t quite explain. Wander past the street performers by New Street or watch the lights rippl...
You think was tough? You’ve no idea how bleak could get. Luckily, the Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) is looking to brighten up your winter evenings a little with a magical lantern parade. In its second edition, Light Up F...