Latest Things to do Events from Birmingham City Council

Exhibition launch: Donald Locke - Resistant forms

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:37:09 +0100

Celebrate the opening of Ikon Gallery’s new exhibition. Discover powerful works by Guyanese-British artist Donald Locke.
Date: 30th Sep 2025
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 17:00 - 19:00

Red Hot Funky Peppers at Scruffy Murphy's

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:08:11 +0100

High-energy tribute to Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Date: 13th Sep 2025
Location: Scruffy Murphy's Newton Street Dale End Birmingham B4 7LN
Time: 19:30 - 23:00

Family Saturday at Ikon Gallery

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:24:42 +0100

Drop in for free creative fun with a local artist.
Date: 6th Sep 2025
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 11:00 - 15:00

Gathering threads, sounds and stories

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:22:59 +0100

An evening of music, weaving and conversation at Ikon Gallery.
Date: 4th Sep 2025
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 17:00 - 19:00

Weaving showcase with the Ikon Youth Programme

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:21:06 +0100

Young artists share colourful woven artworks.
Date: 29th Aug 2025 - 7th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 11:00 - 17:00

Strange but true crime

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:07:21 +0100

Real crime stories at the Alexandra Theatre, told by expert speaker Jennifer Rees.
Date: 1st Sep 2025
Location: The Alexandra Theatre Suffolk Street Queensway Birmingham B5 4DS
Time: 19:30 - 22:00

100 years of camera making in the Jewellery Quarter

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:42:22 +0100

See cameras made in Birmingham from 1841 to 1950.
Date: 11th Sep 2025 - 26th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: The Hive 43 to 47 Vittoria Street Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 10:00 - 15:30

Echoes of Chandigarh: A linear journey

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:29:17 +0100

Explore paintings inspired by the bold architecture of Chandigarh, India.
Date: 4th Sep 2025 - 26th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: The Hive 43 to 47 Vittoria Street Birmingham B1 3PE
Time: 10:00 - 15:30

Stories of breath: Women and asthma

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:26:11 +0100

Step into a multi-sensory world where stories unfold through imagery, sound and hands-on crafts.
Date: 27th Sep 2025
Location: Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND
Time: 11:00 - 16:00

Mental Health UK: Glow 20km walk

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:25:52 +0100

Make every step count by raising funds for people affected by mental health problems.
Date: 27th Sep 2025
Location: Edgbaston Reservoir 115 Reservoir Road Ladywood Birmingham B16 9EE
Time: 15:30 - 22:00

Bulls in the City 2025

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:07:50 +0100

Explore Birmingham this summer with Bulls in the City – a free art trail featuring over 40 large bull sculptures and 85 calves across the city.
Date: 16th Jul 2025 - 14th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham City Centre

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 - 18th Jan 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Chamberlain Square Birmingham B3 3DH
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Macmillan coffee morning

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 23:09:17 +0100

Coffee morning raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Date: 24th Sep 2025
Location: City Road Baptist Church City Road (corner of Ravenshaw Road) Edgbaston Birmingham B16 0NE
Time: 11:00 - 15:00

'Love is merely a madness', romance in Shakespeare's plays

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:18:52 +0100

The ups and downs of dating in the 16th century.
Date: 5th Jun 2025 - 5th Jun 2026
Interval: Every day
Location: Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND
Time: 11:00 - 17:00

Seulgi Lee: SPAN

Wed, 21 May 2025 11:20:21 +0100

Ikon presents the first UK solo exhibition by artist Seulgi Lee.
Date: 25th Jun 2025 - 7th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 11:00 - 17:00

Thread the Loom

Wed, 21 May 2025 11:16:20 +0100

Ikon presents a group exhibition celebrating the art of weaving.
Date: 25th Jun 2025 - 7th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Time: 11:00 - 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: 15th Jul 2025 - 11th Sep 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham City Centre

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

Heritage and habitat at Aston Hall

Tue, 13 May 2025 14:29:07 +0100

During the school holidays, step into the past and get hands-on with exciting activities in Aston Hall's historic green spaces.
Date: 1st Jun 2025 - 31st Aug 2025
Interval: Every week
Location: Aston Hall Trinity Road, Aston, Birmingham B6 6JD

Trace your family history

Tue, 06 May 2025 16:28:03 +0100

Family history sessions at Hall Green Library with historian Paul Wilkins.
Date: 6th Nov 2025 - 18th Dec 2025
Interval: Every week
Location: Hall Green Library 1221 Stratford Road Hall Green Birmingham B28 9AD
Time: 16:30 - 17:30

Trace your family history

Tue, 06 May 2025 16:26:32 +0100

Family history sessions at Hall Green Library with historian Paul Wilkins.
Date: 4th Sep 2025 - 23rd Oct 2025
Interval: Every week
Location: Hall Green Library 1221 Stratford Road Hall Green Birmingham B28 9AD
Time: 16:30 - 17:30

Birmingham Millennium Lacemakers

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:45:10 +0000

Learn a new skill and make friends at South Yardley library.
Date: 8th Jul 2025 - 13th Dec 2025
Interval: On this day every month
Location: South Yardley library Yardley Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8LT
Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Kings Norton Farmers Market

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 16:26:42 +0000

Visit Kings Norton for local, healthy, fresh food direct from the people who make it.
Date: 8th Jul 2025 - 13th Dec 2025
Interval: On this day every month
Location: The Green Kings Norton Birmingham B38 8SD
Time: 09:00 - 13:30

History Society talks

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 11:12:20 +0000

A friendly and welcoming group at South Yardley library.
Date: 13th Jul 2025 - 8th Dec 2025
Interval: On this day every month
Location: South Yardley library Yardley Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8LT
Time: 14:15 - 15:15

Book Club

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 10:28:50 +0000

Come along to South Yardley library's Book Club, held on the last Saturday of each month.
Date: 25th Jul 2025 - 27th Dec 2025
Interval: On this day every month
Location: South Yardley library Yardley Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8LT
Time: 14:15 - 15:15

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 - 31st Dec 2025
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 - 20th Dec 2025
Interval: Every week
Location: Wyndley Leisure Centre Clifton Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B73 6EN

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 - 18th Jun 2025
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: 1st Jul 2025 - 31st Dec 2025
Interval: Every day
Location: Birmingham City Centre