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.
Fancy a day trip to a galaxy far, far away from Birmingham? Thank the stars, is now open. Don your Jedi robes, gulp down your last dregs of Alderaanian ale and start calculating your jump into hyperspace; the exhibitio...
Since its debut in 1997, Disney’s The Lion King musical has been a roaring success. It's one of the longest-running shows in recent theatre history, one of our favourites too, but we were slightly worried we would never...
While it doesn’t quite feel like it right now, it’s coon to get very very hot in Birmingham. The need to cool off is going to very quickly become a must. And no, stocking up on fans and paddling pools from Argos isn’t g...
Whether you’re curious about the West Midlands’ industrial past or just a huge fan of Peaky Blinders, you won’t come closer to Birmingham’s past than at the Black Country Living Museum. One of the we've ever seen, you’...
It’s been a long time since the UK was a slave to cheap and watery lager. (Though we still love finding a now again.) These days everyone is a craft beer connoisseur. Able to appreciate the hoppy notes and sour aromas...
I believe in miracles! The Full Monty play, based on the 1997 smash hit British comedy film, is heading to The Alexandra in Birmingham in January 2024. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the film on a major national to...
Fancy escaping to a new dimension? Well, those dreams can become a reality... The virtual reality metaverse in Birmingham is a portal to a virtual paradise. Escape the concrete jungle outside as you discover, scattere...
Ah, Friends. At this point, we probably all know the series like the backs of our hands. But what if we gave it a little Brummie update? What would the iconic characters be like? Where would they hang out? From next...
Once seen as a hobby just for outsiders, gaming is rightly considered an awesome experience for everyone these days. So there shouldn’t be a soul in Birmingham not excited for the return of the UK’s biggest gaming festi...
This year marks 100 years of The Flying Scotsman, a locomotive marvel that was the first train to reach 100mph on British railway lines. It enjoyed 40 years carrying travellers between England and Scotland. But these da...