Things to do in Birmingham this weekend
Weekend events, nights out, family picks and free things to do in Birmingham.
Current events and activities in Birmingham
- Genesis Songbook – The UK's Premier Phil Collins Fronted Genesis Tribute Band
Genesis Songbook are returning as part of their 'Some Old, Some 'New' Old Songs Tour Tour', here at The Savoy Theatre on Thursday 8th October 2026.
Check official times at Wolverhampton Arts Centre
- The Witch Beneath The Tudor
THIS HALLOWEEN, MAKE A NIGHT OF IT AT THE TUDOR! Join us in the heart of Lichfield for a unique Halloween experience combining history, immersive theatre and scares deep beneath The Tudor.
Check official times at The Tudor of Lichfield
- Sholay in Concert
Experience the Bollywood classic Sholay like never before as the film is brought to life on a giant screen with R. D. Burman’s iconic score performed live by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by Melvin
Check official times at Symphony Hall
- Mark Cherrie
A jazz quartet unlike any other: this one is led by Mark Cherrie; a steel pannist. With over 30 years of playing experience, as well as a separate career writing music for TV & film spanning some 20 years, Mark brings so
Check official times at 1000 Trades
- The Monster Mash Halloween Party
I was working in the lab late one night... When my eyes beheld an eerie sight... For my monster, from his slab, began to rise... And suddenly, to my surprise...
Check official times at The Night Owl
- The Turn of the Screw
A world premiere by Blackeyed Theatre and Arcola Theatre, based on the seminal ghost story by Henry James. England. A remote country house. A young governess, hired to care for two seemingly angelic children, begins what appears to be an idyllic new life.
Check official times at Birmingham Rep
- Noori and her Fantastical World
Welcome to Noori and her Fantastical World a brand-new family dance theatre production. This is a vibrant, visual and uplifting journey where dance, music, storytelling and imagination come together to celebrate friendsh
Check official times at Multiple Libraries
- Legendary Folk Rockers "Steeleye Span" Continuing Their Tour Celebrating The Release Of "Conflict".
Together for fifty-six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in ov
Check official times at Birmingham Town Hall & Symphony Hall
- Halloween Silent Disco
Three DJs will battle it out while you use your illuminated headphones to choose your soundtrack — all set against the greenery, moonlit glass, and historic surrounds.
Check official times at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- Stryx Autumn Family Festival: Pumpkin Extravaganza
Get ready for a spooktacular day out at our Autumn Family Festival in our Jewellery Quarter gallery. What's On: Pumpkin Carving – Create your own jack-o'-lantern masterpiece. Halloween Disco – Dance the day away with gho
Check official times at Stryx - Jewellery Quarter
- Flight Club’s Halloween Haunted House Party
This Halloween, Flight Club becomes Fright Club, swapping its usual Social Darts for something a little more sinister, transforming into a Haunted House Party for one big day of Social Darts®, DJs, fancy dress and friend
Check official times at Flight Club
- Pumpkins & Potions
Halloween plans? We’ve got you covered. Join us for a cosy, creative, definitely spooky evening of pumpkin painting, pumpkin carving, good drinks, and great company.
Check official times at Stryx - Jewellery Quarter
- John Lydon
He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution.
Check official times at The Halls Wolverhampton
- Gandeys K-Pop Demon Circus
Step into the spectacular world of Gandey’s K-Pop Demon Circus — a dazzling fusion of East meets West, where magic, music, and myth unite beneath the big top. Leading the adventure is the charismatic Ringmaster Joel, joi
12:00-14:00 at Merryhill Shopping Centre
- Birmingham Highlights Audio Tour: Urban Heritage and Landmarks
15 stops across Birmingham, roughly 60 minutes of narration, walked in whatever order and at whatever speed suits you. Works fully offline once downloaded, so you need no data or signal while you walk.
09:00-11:00 at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
- Paranormal Activity
James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are… Inspired by the iconic, terrifying film series, Paranormal Activity is a new story live on stage.
14:30-16:30 at The Alexandra Theatre
- Adult beginner swimming lessons
These classes are aimed at giving your child their first experience of the water, along with your guidance.
08:00-08:30 at Bromsgrove Sport & Leisure Centre
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
14:15-16:15 at Everyman Birmingham Mailbox
Build a weekend around one strong booking
Plan your visit to Birmingham. Discover concerts, comedy, theatre, family activities, food, sport, student nights and local things to do around the Bullring, Digbeth, Jewellery Quarter, Broad Street and the wider West Midlands.
Choose fixed-time bookings first, then combine nearby attractions rather than crossing the city between stops. Confirm opening hours and access information with the venue before travelling.
- Book limited-capacity events first
- Group activities by area
- Keep one free or open-daily backup