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Festivals

Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival is back

Expect author events, music gigs and children’s activities in April 2026.

2 days ago 4 December, 2025 in Books, Childrens, Dance, Festivals, Music.

Birmingham Light Festival returns for 2026

Even more city spaces being brought to life with stunning illuminated artworks.

30 October, 2025 in Attractions, Family, Festivals.

The Brit Fest 2026 line-up revealed

Another record-breaking year for one of the country’s most exciting and fast-growing festivals.

20 October, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

Smethwick Puppetry Festival returns in 2026

Biggest yet, with free and low-cost events.

14 October, 2025 in Family, Festivals.

One week until Birmingham Comedy Festival 2025

Get ready for a plethora of comedic entertainment.

27 September, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals, Film.

Longest Johns headline first Moseley Folk All-Dayer

Birmingham festival celebrates 20 years with a series of special events.

11 September, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

Moseley Folk 2025 ends on another high

Famed Birmingham festival welcomed stunning sets from Father John Misty, The Waterboys, Doves and more.

2 September, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals, Music.

Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival confirmed for 2026

Promoter praises “overwhelming support” from public, business and artists.

25 August, 2025 in Festivals, Music, Tourism.

Final programme additions for Moseley Folk Festival 2025

Chris Hawkins, Circus Raj, Family Workshops, Mrs Barbara Nice and more.

7 August, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals, Music.

Birmingham acts in line for major comedy award

Birmingham Comedy Festival announces 2025 Breaking Talent award line-up.

31 July, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals.

Birmingham – so much to offer

Dave Woodhall has a walk round a city centre that’s absolutely buzzing.

29 July, 2025 in Eating out, Festivals, Museums, Music, Nightlife.

Birmingham Comedy Festival unveils full 2025 line-up

TV stars, classic comedy, big names and the best of the West Midlands.

23 July, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals.

Supersonic festival continues Birmingham’s heavy legacy

Supersonic Festival celebrates 22 years of experimental sound.

16 July, 2025 in Family, Festivals, Music.

Mostly Jazz 2025 ends on a high

Ezra Collective, Maribou State and more wow audiences at Birmingham music festival.

14 July, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival continues

Black Sabbath’s first manager triumphs over adversity with 41st festival.

9 July, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

Celtic culture celebrated with four-day festival

Halfway Fest at Nortons Digbeth features an all-star Irish and Scottish line-up.

18 June, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals, Music.

UK’s biggest South Asian festival returns

Birmingham Mela 2025 unites music, food and community in a spirit of celebration.

18 June, 2025 in Community, Family, Festivals, Food and drink, Music.

Hip-hop on the Southside

Birmingham turns up the tempo for B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival’s tenth anniversary.

5 June, 2025 in Dance, Festivals, Music.

Forward Film & Television Fest coming to Digbeth

Birmingham’s newest Film & TV Festival brings the spotlight to local and global talent.

29 May, 2025 in Comedy, Festivals, Film, Television.

Breakin’ it down on the B-SIDE

B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival shares tenth anniversary programme.

14 May, 2025 in Community, Dance, Festivals, Music.

B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival marks tenth anniversary

Epic return for free festival showcasing the best hip-hop talent.

16 April, 2025 in Dance, Festivals, Music.

2025 Lichfield Festival – full details announced

World premieres, young artists showcased and big names set for summer spectacular.

10 April, 2025 in Books, Comedy, Dance, Festivals, Music.

The Volunteers Collective supports Birmingham Light Festival

City spectacular goes ahead with community support.

11 March, 2025 in Community, Exhibitions, Family, Festivals.

More acts announced for Moseley Folk

The Waterboys, The Lightning Seeds & Peter Doherty added to line-up.

26 February, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

More names announced for Warwick Castle Live 2025

Texas and Pet Shop Boys set to rock the castle.

25 February, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

The show must go on

Birmingham Irish Quarter readies for St Patrick’s Day 2025 celebrations.

17 February, 2025 in Eating out, Family, Festivals, Food and drink, Music.

Enter the snake

Details of Chinese New Year celebrations in Birmingham revealed.

21 January, 2025 in Community, Family, Festivals.

The Chase Patrol

Snow Patrol announced to headline Cannock Chase for Forest Live 2025.

20 January, 2025 in Festivals, Music.

Warwick Ancient Drama Festival returns with Aeschylus’ Agamemnon

Classics to reach out into the community.

16 January, 2025 in Books, Festivals, Most recent, Theatre.

Birmingham Pride looking to repeat community success

UK festival aims to lead the way for inclusivity in 2025.

7 January, 2025 in Community, Festivals.

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