Christmas Events In Birmingham 2025

• Location: Trocadero, Temple Street, B2 5BG
• When: throughout December 2025
• Price: varies
• Why we recommend: when the Christmas market lights go out, The Trocadero keeps the festivities going, with cosy pub charm, seasonal cheer and the perfect spot for a merry afterparty

After the lights dim at the market, the magic continues inside. The Trocadero is bringing all the warmth, laughter and festive spirit you could want this Christmas, making it the ultimate city centre stop-off once you've had your fill of mulled wine and market stalls.

Whether you're rounding off a Christmas shopping trip or keeping the party alive with friends, this historic Birmingham boozer has you covered.

• Location: Brindley Place, Waters Edge, B1 2HL
• When: 10th November - 31st December 2025
• Price: varies
• Why we recommend: because Christmas should feel a little extra, and Slug & Lettuce nails it - from shimmering cocktails to Instagram-worthy décor, we think it's where festive memories practically make themselves

If you're looking to dial up the glamour this Christmas, Slug & Lettuce is the place to be. Think neon-lit spaces ready for Instagram, cocktails that literally sparkle, and festive feasts made for sharing with your favourite people.

From office parties to girls' nights out, S&L has everything you need to turn December into one long, glittering celebration - all with easy booking and effortless vibes.

If boozy brunching is your thins this Christmas, then head to cool restaurant bar The Botanist in the city centre. This rustic destination is filled with vintage decor and lots of luscious greenery, and they've got a cracking selection of cocktails on offer.

Their festive brunch costs £45 per person for a dish and three drinks, or £10 extra if you want to go bottomless. Tuck into hearty mid-morning meals, washed down with prosecco, Aperol spritz, draught beer and more.

• Location: The Old Joint Stock Theatre, 4 Temple Row West, B2 5NY
• When: various dates from Wednesday 3rd December 2025
• Price: from £20.00 per person
• Why we recommend: where else can you see a tap-dancing crocodile in Crocs, Paul Hogan having an existential crisis, and Christmas spirit delivered Aussie-style, all with live music and plenty of laughs?

This December, The Old Joint Stock Theatre is going down under with It's A Wonderful Knife: Christmas Dundee - the festive musical mash-up you never knew you needed. Blending the heart of It's a Wonderful Life with the antics of Crocodile Dundee, this hilarious show follows Paul Hogan on Christmas Eve, guided by his old croc companion Burt (back from the afterlife to earn his wings).

Expect big songs, iconic cameos from the likes of Arnie and Hugh Jackman, and one unforgettable reptile performance that'll leave you in stitches. It's outrageous, it's festive, and it might just bring a crocodile tear to your eye.

• Location: 310 High Street, B17 9PU
• When: multiple dates
• Price: from £30
• Why we recommend: Christmas is the time for good food and drink, and this bottomless brunch ensures you'll have plenty of both

Get your tastebuds tingling with this festive bottomless brunch, taking place at O'Neill's in Harborne. They're decking the place out in tinsel and twinkling decorations, offering boozy feasts from just £30 per person.

Tuck into juicy burgers, stone-baked pizzas, full breakfasts and more, washed down with 90 minutes of unlimited drinks.

• Location: Various Birmingham venues
• When: 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th of December
• Price: £18.50 (discounted group tickets available)
• Why we recommend: you're in for a Christmas party like no other thanks to Old Skool Bingo. When you're not playing brilliant bingo rounds with amazing prizes up for grabs, you'll be singing and dancing to RnB club hits, playing crazy games and digging into tasty food

Taking place at venues all over Birmingham, Old Skool Bingo's Christmas specials are not to be missed. They're hosting events on the 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th of December, promising a festive twist on their usual high-energy events.

They'll be hosting lively rounds of bingo throughout the night, interspersed with dance battles and other fun competitions - with lots of prizes to be won. Plus, there'll be DJs spinning RnB tunes throughout.

• Location: 4 Temple Row West, B2 5NY
• When: various dates
• Price: £20 per person
• Why we recommend: this is a wholesome family show that's full of wonder and magic

Bringing you a wonderful reimagining of the classic Christmas tale, Pinocchio is being shown at the Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre this December. This is a visually beautiful performance, complete with amazing songs and lots of laughter.

Follow Pinocchio as he navigates his way through wondrous and treacherous landscapes, encountering lots of unique characters.

• Location: Langley Building, Regency Wharf, B1 2DS
• When: 15th November - 31st December 2025
• Price: varies
• Why we recommend: sometimes Christmas calls for sunshine vibes instead of frosty nights, and Walkabout delivers with Aussie energy, ice-cold beers and beach-bar tunes that keep the party going all season long

Christmas doesn't have to mean cold nights; at Walkabout, it's all about bringing the heat with buckets of beer, fruity cocktails, and proper party energy. Swap your tinsel for palm trees (at least in spirit) as you dive into laid-back bites, lively tunes and an atmosphere that screams festive fun, Aussie-style.

Whether it's your work do, a big night out with mates, or a weekend sesh to remember, Walkabout has the drinks, food and vibes to make this Christmas loud, lively and totally unforgettable.

• Location: 110 -112 Floodgate Street, Digbeth, B5 5SR
• When: Every day
• Price: From £45.90 per person
• Why we recommend: we absolutely love The Big Birmingham Bake. It offers a unique and fun way to get involved in Christmas festivities, working in teams of 2 to whisk, measure and bake a delicious creation that you'll get to take home and share with your loved ones after

Get ready for a fun festive challenge this Christmas over at The Big Birmingham Bake, found in Digbeth. After becoming an absolute hit in London and Manchester, the quirky baking experience brought their iconic marquee to Birmingham. With space for up to 12 teams of two, it's ideal for couples, friends, colleagues and family who fancy trying something a little different for their Christmas get-together.

You'll be set up at a real cooking station, with the ingredients and recipe provided, and then get 90 minutes to create your festive masterpiece. So, whack on your apron and put your whisking, stirring and tasting skills to the test in the hopes of winning the best bake. You'll then get to take your bake home to enjoy.

• Location: 30-34 River Street, Birmingham, B5 5SA
• When: 13th December 2025
• Price: from £21.98 per person
• Why we recommend: this festive experience is cuteness overload and a fabulous time for animal lovers 

Get ready for the most heartwarming Christmas event in Birmingham. Pooch Therapy's Santa Paws Grotto is coming to Secret Space on Saturday the 13th of December 2025, featuring the most adorable Dachshunds and Huskies dressed for the season.

Whether you join the 12.30 pm dachshund session or meet the fluffy huskies later in the afternoon, expect festive vibes, photo-worthy moments, and a whole lot of puppy love.

• Location: multiple locations
• When: multiple dates
• Price: from £33
• Why we recommend: not only is this a fun, arty outing, but you'll leave with a festive painting to take home

On the hunt for a wholesome Christmas event? Then check out Paint a Pic Birmingham, where you can create a festive masterpiece on canvas. No experience is necessary, as there will be artists on hand to guide you step-by-step.

All the materials you need will be provided, and there'll be drinks available to purchase from the bar - so you can get your creative juices flowing.

• Location: Victoria Square, Birmingham City Centre, B3 3AA
• When: 1st November - 24th December
• Price: Free entry
• Why we recommend: Christmas in Birmingham begins the moment the Frankfurt Christmas Market comes back to Victoria Square. It has absolutely everything you need for a Christmas day out, from rides and live entertainment to warming drinks and shopping stalls

One of the best things to do in Birmingham this Christmas 2025 is the Frankfurt Christmas Market, returning to Birmingham's Victoria Square and New Street. This seasonal spectacle promises a holiday vibe like no other, with sparkling lights, an Instagram-worthy carousel, a massive Christmas tree, and even a towering Santa.

Famed as the largest German Christmas market outside Germany and Austria, it's a must-visit for its lively atmosphere. Sip on mulled wine or creamy hot chocolate while enjoying live music from local and international acts. Hungry? Dive into bratwursts, pretzels, schnitzels, and roasted almonds before finishing with a sweet crêpe.

• Location: Bullring, Moor Street, Birmingham, B5 4BU
• When: 10am - 9pm until 1st January 2026
• Price: free entry
• Why we recommend: with food stalls dishing out everything from carvery rolls to churros, it's one of the city's most cheerful, activity-packed Christmas events

For a Christmas experience straight out of a storybook, the Gingerbread Christmas Bar at the Bullring is delivering all the festive feels. Set on the centre's spacious outdoor balcony, this seasonal pop-up transforms into a gingerbread-themed wonderland complete with live music every Friday and Saturday.

After shopping, unwind with a Gingerbread Sour or Festive Christmas Punch, or grab a decadent spiked hot chocolate to keep you cosy. You can even book a karaoke VIP hut, because what's Christmas without a little Mariah moment?