Events Around Birmingham

A short introductory talk about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening. Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the healing of illnesses and pain, that have been declared as “incurable” by the medical profession.

Since 1892 tens of thousands of people have passed through Birmingham’s central lock-up on their way to court, incarceration or even the noose. What brought them to this desperate point in their lives? And what memories have they left behind?

At only 22 years old, Tom Lucy has already established himself as one of the most exciting new comedians around.

Discover Birmingham using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to Victoria Square on 13th July 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present of this historic city.

The ideal musical treat for the young and young at heart. Welsh National Opera is delighted to return with a brand new Family Concert.

Choral music from Hymns for Hunger (USA) and Vivat! Choir from Birmingham Two choirs from opposite sides of the Atlantic combine for a musical evening, to include music by Vivaldi as well as well known hymns and spirituals.

Spend a special evening at the Coffin Works, with an atmospheric after-hours tour of the museum. Join us for a glass of prosecco and an exclusive screening of documentary films, highlighting new areas of collections’ research before your tour.

Our annual Prize exhibition attracts a wide variety of work in a range of media and subjects. Artists from across the region and beyond compete for inclusion, producing a strong and vibrant show.

The biennial Portrait Prize attracts talented artists from across the UK and beyond. This year’s show is selected by professional portrait painters John Devane, Robert Neil VP PPRBSA, Sara Shamma, and Jonathan Waller.

Our annual display of artwork by the Friends promotes their range of artistic talents and acknowledges their importance to the Society.

Buddhist meditation is widely known for its ability to help people remove their inner causes of suffering. It is also about becoming happier and happier — discovering the deep peace, joy, and bliss we all have inside of us.

Join us and the outstanding Jessica Rhodes Band as they take us on a musical fusion of pop, funk and soul. Expect everything from Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson to Chaka Khan and Annie Lennox.

The Music for Youth National Festival in Birmingham will bring together 10,000 young people from across the UK over 4 days to make music, share performances, listen to expert advice and take part in fun and exciting workshops led by world-class artists.

The Jewellery Quarter Festival is a celebration of both the Quarter’s vibrant energy and unrivalled heritage, bringing together local businesses, residents and communities. This year, we’re back for a 5th year running in what promises to be our most exciting Festival yet.

Music Maze is a series of fun, creative, participatory workshops for children aged 8–11. Most workshops are linked to performances by BCMG. Children do not need to play a musical instrument to take part. Children can also work towards their Arts Award Explore as part of Music Maze.

Jane Wright - Presenter CBSO ’mini-orchestra’ Here at CBSO Centre, we welcome all ages, and we know that when it comes to singing, dancing and generally making themselves heard, toddlers are already star performers!

Enjoy playing or listening to English, Scottish & Irish folk music and song. ENTRANCE FREE

Come along to our friendly story session where you can can sit in a snug room and listn to a tale or two. Or if you are inclined why not tell us a story yourself.

Traditional music sessions take place in pubs all over the city but traditional singing is also alive and well. Here’s a chance to sing and listen to traditional songs in a friendly and informal environment.

Bring your songs, raise your voices, let the songs be heard, whether they were written yesterday or hundreds of years ago, let us learn from them and take heart from them.

The band meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month to make music together and explore the style and repertoire of the English Village music tradition. All musicians welcome.

A group of diverse suburban gardens. Boden Rd: Large restful garden, mature trees, cottage borders, seating areas and small vegetable area. Ferndale Rd: Florist’s large suburban garden, ponds and waterfalls, and fruit garden. Green Rd: Eccentric’s north facing wildlife friendly garden.

10 acres of restored C17/18 walled gardens attached to a Jacobean manor (now a hotel) just minutes from J5 of M6. Formal yew parterres, wilderness walks, summerhouses, holly maze, espaliered fruit and wild areas.

Foodies Festival, the UK’s biggest food festival, heads to Birmingham 21, 22, 23 June. With a mouth-watering summer festival, live music, workshops, masterclasses and of course Top Chefs such as C4’s Sunday Brunch Presenter Simon Rimmer & Michelin starred Yummie Brummie Chef Glynn Purnell.

Join us fora Free Taster Session at our Got 2 Sing® Adult Choir. Its the best time to join! We Sing, We Laugh, We Socialize, We Perform. Relaxed weekly sessions provide quality tuition in vocal technique, harmony and performance with uplifting songs from the world of pop, rock and soul.