Finding Santa: “misses the mark”

Jessica Harris watches Little Angel Theatre production at the Midlands Arts Centre.

Smethwick Puppetry Festival to return in 2025

Free and low-cost events for all the family, in community venues.

Christmas at the Castle

Helen Annetts and family visit Warwick Castle’s festive spectacular.

Christmas Light Trail returns to Warwick Castle

Mile-long magical spectacular set to enchant visitors.

Light is coming

Dates for first Birmingham Light Festival revealed.

Brit Fest 2025 line-up announced

First release of tickets for The Brit Fest 2025 now available.

Magical lantern parade at Midlands Arts Centre

Autin Dance Theatre presents Light Up Fest.

Inclusive multi-sport festival for Nechells

Access Sport and Sport Birmingham to host free event.

Beyond Van Gogh now open at NEC

“Memorable” and “mesmerising” immersive experience the perfect summer holiday activity for families.

Birmingham Heritage Week starts in September

Take the opportunity to see how the city used to be.

Family festival promises Bank Holiday fun

Birmingham Weekender’s got it all going on across the city.

Keep football at home

Campaigners look to Lions legacy to save playing fields.

Stepping back in time at the Black Country Living Museum.

Helen Annetts enjoys a day out in the past.

Moseley Community Festival goes gold

One of Birmingham’s oldest community-run festivals celebrates its fiftieth anniversary.

Babies Adventures in Music: a “magical musical event”

Jessica Harris is enchanted by a family attraction at the Midland Arts Centre.

Solihull Summer Fest returns with a star-studded line-up

Chart-topping legends to headline Tudor Grange extravaganza.

Just Be You at the MAC

New musical family show premieres in Birmingham.

A Matter of Life and Death Festival announced for May

Festival explores life and death through cafes, catacombs and caterpillars.

Win tickets for Wychwood Festival

Your chance to see top stars absolutely free.

Review: Squirrel, by Egg Productions

Jessica Harris is enchanted by a half-term family performance at the MAC.

First ever Smethwick Puppetry Festival

Low-cost events for families across Smethwick and Bearwood this half-term.

New Symphony Hall and Town Hall season announced

Unveiling the Spring 2024 season at B:Music.

Christmas at the Castle

Helen Annetts and family get festive at Warwick Castle.

Report shows positive impact of Birmingham Festival 23

Evaluation highlights the appetite for arts, culture and entertainment in the city.

Starchitects Save Santa!

Jessica Harris visits the Midlands Arts Centre for a Christmas treat.

Review: The Box of Delights

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s Christmas offering enchants Jessica Harris.

Santa Claus is coming to Bournville

Meet Santa and enjoy chocolatey gifts at Cadbury World’s festive stage show.

Christmas in Cathedral Square back for 2023

Award-winning attraction returns to the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral.

Spooktacular show returns to Bournville

Join Cadbury World for tricks and tasty treats this Halloween!

Explore Cadbury World during Birmingham Heritage Week

Free guided tours of Bournville to mark celebrations.