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.
The sky will become a storybook at this endearing new addition to the DroneArt Show series, bringing a luminescent spectacle of music, art and technology to Birmingham for only one night. Space Chase prom...
The blooming of Birmingham’s beautiful cherry blossom (also known as sakura) brings out the amateur photographer in us all—whether you’re an avid Instagrammer or not. Sweeping the city, one of the most po...
If you’re a Birmingham parent wondering what to do with the kids this Easter holiday, look no further than the National Forest Adventure Farm. It’s readying a whole Easter Eggstravaganza (March 30 to Apri...
Just like every awesome city, there are countless , but there are some experiences that stand out for being truly extra special. Small moments that capture the essence of the city in a simple, memorable way. As part...
Flatpack has gone from a simple film night at the Rainbow pub to a city-spanning film festival that’s shown over 3,000 films to over 100,000 people in the span of 20 years. This spring (May 8 to 16), expe...
Do you feel the power of the Gladiators? Do you have the will and the skill? Do you have the speed, the strength, the heart to be a winner? It's not for beginners. Deep down in your soul, are you a...
The dreary UK weather slump is very real right now, and the thought of having a holiday on the horizon is the perfect antidote. Few things hit the reset button like time in the sun, and nothing beats a Je...
April is upon us, spring is in full swing, and the days are getting longer (cue gorgeous sunsets). And as Birmingham kicks back into glorious life, there’s a wicked lineup of things to do this April—from...
As the evenings lengthen, Birmingham warms to a new glow: . Live musicians perform by warm candlelight, bathing familiar tunes in soft, uplifting light. Expect a seasonal touch—fresh hues, gentle floral gestures and a f...
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...