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Saturday Night Comedy (18+)

Saturday Night Comedy (18+) The perfect way to end the working week! Four superb stand-up comedians and a great range of tasty food offerings... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Sat 17 Aug, Sat 24 Aug, and more dates until Sat 12 Oct

Birmingham Folk's Global Trad Session

Birmingham Folk’s Global Trad Session Organised by Birmingham Folk, the session is free and open to anyone with an instrument at any level. Under 18s are allowed upstairs in the pub... more >
Old Moseley Arms, 53 Tindal St, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9QU
Sun 1 Sep, Sun 6 Oct

Tales and Ales at the Prince of Wales

The days are hot, the evenings are long, and a pleasant room in the refurbished Prince of Wales is waiting for your stories!... more >
Prince of Wales Pub, Alcester Rd, Moseley B13 8EE
Wed 4 Sep, Wed 2 Oct

TinyTalk Toddler Talking Classes

TinyTalk is for toddlers too. Our quality classes continue to develop your child’s communication skills whilst you're having a brilliant time..... more >
Allens Croft Community Centre B31 1RH B38 9RN
Thu 5 Sep to Sun 3 Nov

TinyTalk Baby Signing Classes

Baby Signing classes (aged 3 months - 2 years) offer a chance to learn simple, everyday BSL signs that can be used to help you and your baby... more >
Northfield Baptist Church B31 2NQ
Thu 5 Sep to Sun 3 Nov

TinyTalk Baby Signing Classes

Baby Signing classes (aged 3 months - 2 years) offer a chance to learn simple, everyday BSL signs that can be used to help you and your baby... more >
Allens Croft Community Centre B31 1RH B38 9RN
Thu 5 Sep to Sun 3 Nov

TinyTalk Baby Signing Classes

Baby Signing classes (aged 3 months - 2 years) offer a chance to learn simple, everyday BSL signs that can be used to help you and your baby... more >
Bournville Social Club B30 2DN
Fri 6 Sep to Mon 4 Nov

TinyTalk Toddler Talking Classes

TinyTalk is for toddlers too. Our quality classes continue to develop your child’s communication skills whilst you're having a brilliant time..... more >
Bournville Social Club B30 2DN
Fri 6 Sep to Mon 4 Nov

TinyTalk Baby Signing Classes

Baby Signing classes (aged 3 months - 2 years) offer a chance to learn simple, everyday BSL signs that can be used to help you and your baby... more >
Holloway Hall, Northfield B31 1TT
Mon 9 Sep to Thu 7 Nov

TinyTalk Toddler Talking Classes

TinyTalk is for toddlers too. Our quality classes continue to develop your child’s communication skills whilst you're having a brilliant time..... more >
Holloway Hall B31 1TT
Mon 9 Sep to Thu 7 Nov

TinyTalk Newborns - 6 week course for babies up to 12 weeks old

?? New baby? ?? Feeling a bit isolated from your support network or maybe you don't know anyone else with a small baby?... more >
Holloway Hall B31 1TT
Mon 16 Sep to Mon 21 Oct, Mon 4 Nov to Wed 13 Nov

Join our choir in Solihull/Dorridge for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Dorridge, Solihull Rock Choir is led by West Midlands based musician and teacher..... more >
St George and St Teresa’s Parish Centre, 339 Station Road, Dorridge, Solihull B93 8EZ
Tue 17 Sep, Tue 24 Sep, and more dates until Tue 12 Nov

Thursday Night Comedy Carousel (16+)

Thursday Night Comedy Carousel (16+) Voted Best Comedy Night in the Midlands (What's On) four years running & Best Themed Comedy Night 2020 (Chortle)... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Thu 19 Sep, Thu 26 Sep, and more dates until Thu 14 Nov

Join our choir in Coventry for a FREE taster session

Do you want to find a local choir to join near you? The local Coventry choir is run by choir leader Mark O'Malley... more >
Finham Park 2, Torrington Avenue, Coventry CV4 9WT
Thu 19 Sep, Thu 26 Sep, and more dates until Thu 14 Nov

Play On!

Meet Vy, a talented songwriter aiming to make it big in the 1940's Harlem scene. They all say that women will never be taken seriously in a..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Mon 23 Sep to Sat 5 Oct

FREE taster session with the Solihull Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Solihull?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >
Solihull Preparatory School, Malvern Hall, Brueton Avenue, Solihull B91 3EN
Mon 23 Sep, Mon 30 Sep, and more dates until Mon 18 Nov

FREE taster session with the Aldridge Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Rock Choir. Your local Aldridge choir is run by vocal tutor..... more >
Aldridge Compass Suites, The Green, Aldridge WS9 8NH
Wed 25 Sep, Wed 2 Oct, Wed 9 Oct, Wed 23 Oct, Wed 6 Nov

FREE taster session with the Stourbridge/Dudley Rock Choir

If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find a happy place with us in the Kingswinford Rock Choir... more >
Kingswinford Methodist Church, Stream Rd, Kingswinford DY6 9NP
Thu 26 Sep, Thu 3 Oct, and more dates until Thu 14 Nov

Rough Works: New Material Night (16+)

Rough Works: New Material Night (16+) New material from the Midlands' finest comics. Please note: may contain strong language and adult themes... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Sun 29 Sep, Sun 27 Oct

Spontaneous Potter: The Unofficial Improvised Parody (18+)

Spontaneous Potter: The Unofficial Improvised Parody (18+) Grab your wands, don your house robes, and apparate yourselves to The Glee Club! A very magical improv show awaits… Spontaneous Potter is an..... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Tue 1 Oct

UK Construction Week Birmingham

UK Construction Week Birmingham (UKCW), the UK's largest built environment trade show, will take place at Birmingham's NEC... more >
Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT
Tue 1 Oct to Thu 3 Oct

Red Richardson: Bugatti Live (16+)

Red Richardson: Bugatti Live (16+) Red Richardson is one of the most exciting new Stand Up comedians in The UK. His online ‘Stay Toxic’ sketches have garnered over 30 million views at..... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Wed 2 Oct

Friends in Love and War - L’Éloge des meilleur·es ennemi·es

Friends in Love and War - L’Éloge des meilleur·es ennemi·es Ikon and macLYON present works by over twenty artists from the British Council Collection and macLYON that explore the meaning and role of friendship... more >
IKON GALLERY 1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HS
Wed 2 Oct

Join our choir in Birmingham City Centre for a FREE taster session

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Birmingham Rock Choir is led by West Midlands based musician..... more >
Queen Alexandra College, Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9TG
Wed 2 Oct, Wed 16 Oct, and more dates until Wed 27 Nov

Count Binface (14+)

Count Binface (14+) Count Binface has landed! The universe's favourite novelty politician is back on our planet, and just in the nick of time... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Wed 2 Oct

Join our choir in Sutton Coldfield for a FREE taster session

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your local Sutton Coldfield choir is run by singing teacher Sonia..... more >
Bishop Walsh Catholic School, Wylde Green Road, Sutton Coldfield B76 1QT
Thu 3 Oct, Thu 7 Nov, Thu 14 Nov, Thu 21 Nov, Thu 28 Nov

Friday Night Comedy (18+)

Friday Night Comedy (18+) The perfect way to end the working week! Four superb stand-up comedians and a great range of tasty food offerings. LINE UP AND TICKETS AT GLEE.CO.UK more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Fri 4 Oct, Fri 11 Oct, and more dates until Fri 22 Nov

Skandar Superfan Event with A.F. Steadman (5+)

Join us for what promises to be a brilliant superfan event with internationally bestselling author A.F... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Sat 5 Oct

History Boys

“History? It’s just one f***ing thing after another.” The 20th anniversary production of Alan Bennett’s brilliant modern classic, winner of 30..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Tue 8 Oct to Sat 12 Oct

Belle Voix Trio - A Night of Northern Soul & Motown

Belle Voix are a stunning female trio who invite you to celebrate the classic sounds of Northern Soul & Motown... more >
The Dovehouse Theatre, 198 Kineton Green Road, Solihull B92 7ES
Fri 11 Oct

The Haven’s Masquerade Ball

Masks at the ready… Join us for an unforgettable evening at the prestigious Mount Hotel, Tettenhall, as we don our glamourous masks and join... more >
The Mount Hotel, Tettenhall Mount Road Wolverhampton WV6 8HL
Sat 12 Oct

ART

The multi award-winning, smash hit comedy returns. ‘You’ll roar with laughter’ New York Post Named best comedy at the Olivier Awards, Tony..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Tue 15 Oct to Sat 19 Oct

Revealed

An incident in police custody has led to protests and riots in the city’s streets. 16 year old Luther, his father Malcolm and grandfather Sidney..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Fri 18 Oct to Sat 2 Nov

Saturday Night Comedy (18+)

Saturday Night Comedy (18+) The perfect way to end the working week! Four superb stand-up comedians and a great range of tasty food offerings... more >
The Glee Club Birmingham, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TD
Sat 19 Oct, Sat 26 Oct, and more dates until Sat 23 Nov

Ghost The Musical

OH MY LOVE, MY DARLING… I’VE HUNGERED FOR YOUR TOUCH. Walking back to their apartment late one night, a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Tue 22 Oct to Sat 26 Oct

Bright Places

Carbon Theatre, in association with Birmingham Rep presents Bright Places. Written by Rae Mainwaring Directed by Tessa Walker I was 23 when..... more >
Birmingham Rep, 6 Centenary Square, Birmingham B1 2EP
Thu 24 Oct, Sat 2 Nov

Readyr LIVE

At Readyr, our mission is to ensure your resilience keeps up with our ever-modernising world, so you can successfully navigate those difficult times... more >
The National Exhibition Centre B40 1NT
Sat 26 Oct and Sun 27 Oct

Halloween in the Forest

Come to our spooky woods and play some games. You will make some magic potions and learn which animals are brave enough to be out and about on..... more >
Parkridge Centre, Brueton Park, Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 3HW
Mon 28 Oct

Hibernating Hedgehogs

Find out about hedgehogs and their night time lives, what do they eat? Where are they in Winter? Plus make a mud hedgehog too! more >
Parkridge Centre, Brueton Park, Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 3HW
Mon 28 Oct

Adam Kay: Undoctored

Bestselling show of Edinburgh Fringe 2023. The nation’s twelfth-favourite doctor brings his brand new show to Coventry, fresh from a..... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Mon 28 Oct

Anything For Love

Steve Steinman’s Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story. It’s all About the music! The highly acclaimed show producer and No... more >
Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Corporation Street CV1 1GS
Tue 29 Oct

Gwyneth Goes Skiing

Awkward Productions are taking their viral sensation Gwyneth Goes Skiing on a UK & Ireland tour this autumn... more >
Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TB
Tue 29 Oct, Thu 31 Oct

Campfire fun and hot chocolates (with toffee apples)

We'll be cooking on our campfire and making hot chocolate and have a go at making your own toffee apple slices. more >
Parkridge Centre, Brueton Park, Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 3HW
Wed 30 Oct

Autumn Colours

How many colours can you find in nature? Look closely as the colours start to change, try your hand and bark rubbings and make a leafy lantern to..... more >
Parkridge Centre, Brueton Park, Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 3HW
Wed 30 Oct

Things to do around West Midlands

The West Midlands, a vibrant region in England, offers a plethora of activities for an enriching day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something to suit every taste. Let's explore the best things to do in the West Midlands:

1. Walk in the Footsteps of Royalty at Kenilworth Castle:
- Kenilworth Castle, a medieval fortress turned Elizabethan palace, stands strong after centuries. Explore the Great Hall, arched doorways, and the immaculately designed Elizabethan garden. Imagine life as medieval royalty and enjoy an English tea at the Stables Tearoom. Families can embark on a free fun adventure quest across the castle grounds during the summer.

2. Go Silver with J.W.Evans Silver Factory:
- Birmingham, the heart of the West Midlands, offers an unusual perspective on its industrial past. Visit the J.W.Evans Silver Factory in the Jewellery Quarter. Step back in time with cozy 10-person tours, exploring wooden cabinets, work benches, and exposed brick walls. Original designs and reproduced manuals add to the charm of this unique attraction.

3. Admire the Wildlife at West Midland Safari Park:
- Located in Bewdley, Worcestershire, the West Midland Safari Park is a safari and leisure park. Explore the safari drive-through, encounter exotic animals, and enjoy thrilling rides. It's a fantastic day out for families and wildlife enthusiasts.

4. Adventureland Aldridge for Family Fun:
- Adventureland Aldridge is an exciting children's play center with a 21st-century playframe featuring thrilling slides and entertaining challenges. It also provides day nursery and creche services, making it convenient for local child care.

5. Explore Aston Park in Birmingham:
- Aston Park, located in Birmingham, offers a tranquil escape. Enjoy leisurely walks, admire the historic Trinity Road, and explore the serene surroundings. It's a peaceful day out for nature lovers.

6. Discover the British Motor Museum in Gaydon:
- Car enthusiasts should head to the British Motor Museum. Learn about British motoring history, from vintage classics to modern sports cars. Interactive exhibits and themed displays make this museum a must-visit.

7. Stroll Through the Roman Alcester Museum:
- Explore the Roman Alcester Museum in the historic town of Alcester. Discover artifacts, learn about Roman life, and delve into the county's ancient history. It's an educational and fascinating day out.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in heritage, wildlife, or family fun, the West Midlands promises an unforgettable day out!