Things To Do This Autumn In Birmingham

Coming down from the hype of summer and not quite prepared for the ruthless winter chill? Not on our watch. Your calendar will be bursting at the seams, from epic Halloween parties to cosy pub evenings and themed bottomless brunches. So throw on your light jacket and break out those warm jumpers as we give you our guide to all the best things to do in Birmingham this autumn. 

Last edited by Jasmine Lee Kennedy

Last updated on 22nd October 2024




Head To This Quirky Brunch

From free-flowing prosecco and cocktails to retro hits and a fantastic drag host, The Cocktail Club's bottomless brunch is an excellent shout for a fun Birmingham event. Expect lip-syncing performances and tasty brunch food as you dance to all of your favourite songs.

Feast On A Sunday Roast

Gravy season is back and it's time to get yourself down to some of these excellent pubs for hearty plates of meat, nut roasts, wellingtons and all those delicious trimmings. They may not always be just like your mum made them, but they're going to hit the spot either way.

Attend A Sushi-Making Class

Discounts available on certain events

Located in Birmingham, YO! are showcasing a seriously fun sushi school in an epic fashion. While making and munching on salmon nigiris, crunchy Cali rolls and avo makis, you'll get to sip on an arrival cocktail and nibble on snacks.

Check Out Halloween Parties

From darts-throwing brunches to some of the coolest themed cocktails in the city, we're not letting Halloween in Birmingham pass you by. Read our round-up of the best events, parties and places to check out this 31st of October.

Party At A Nashville Hoedown Bottomless Brunch

@ Coyote Ugly Birmingham on Various dates from Tuesday 22nd October 2024

Looking to unleash your inner cowboy? Then snap up tickets to Coyote Ugly Birmingham's Nashville Hoedown Bottomless Brunch. Taking place at the buzzing Broad Street venue, this unique event will see you gobbling down bottomless pizza slices, paired with unlimited bubbles and pints, for 90 whole minutes.

And it wouldn't be a hoedown without some line dancing, so if you head down on a Saturday, the bar's famous Coyotes will be at hand to show you all the moves.

Go Pumpkin Picking And Ice Skating

@ The Barn at Berryfields on Various dates from Thursday 24th October 2024

Mark your calendars for Halloween fun at The Barn at Berryfields 2024, kicking off on the 12th of October near Birmingham. Enjoy pumpkin picking right from their patch, glide on the eco-skating rink illuminated by charming lights, and try axe throwing for extra thrills. Plus, satisfy your cravings with a tasty spread, featuring breakfast baps, mouthwatering stone-baked 'focizza' (that's focaccia pizza!), burgers, and loaded chips. Come hungry and ready for fun.

Party At These RnB Brunches

For fun things to do in Birmingham this autumn, Taste + Liquor are hosting a lineup of bangers, including a killer RnB brunch. Along with pop, hip hop and throwbacks being featured, you'll be getting a scrumptious meal and free-flowing rum punch. The ultimate party? We think so.

Head To The Old Crown

For things to do in Birmingham this autumn for adults, The Old Crown has you covered. From pub quizzes showcasing Peep Show and Harry Potter themes to late-night 90s-focussed parties, these guys are packed with events (plus, they also happen to have a killer Sunday roast).

Get Cosy In A Pub

It's finally cold enough to start getting your cuddle on, and where better to snuggle up than at some of these gorgeous pubs, which boast everything from fresh pints and crackling fires to hearty plates of seasonal food.

Hit Up Birmingham Cocktail Weekend 2024

@ Venues across Birmingham on Thu, 24th Oct 2024 - Sun, 27th Oct 2024

Birmingham Cocktail Weekend is coming to more than 40 venues across the city for their autumn edition. You can nab tickets for just £12, which entitles you to £5 signature cocktails at all the participating locations. Your wristband will also get you access to a number of brilliant events, in luxury hotels, trendy pubs, cosy bars and more.

Experience A Day Choc-Full Of Fun

This autumn, make your way to Cadbury World, an incredible themed wonderland that's dedicated to the famous chocolate invented in Birmingham. Discover the likes of the 4D Cadbury Chocolate Quest ride featuring Freddo, hit up interactive video stations and get lost in the Aztec jungle on the hunt for cocoa beans. There's also the chance to indulge in a scrumptious, chocolate-fuelled afternoon tea too, from £28.95 per person.

Explore This Botanical Beauty

Birmingham Botanical Gardens is the perfect autumn activity - home to some of the most beautifully landscaped greenery in the city and featuring a spectacular Garde II-listed Victorian glasshouse, it's a feast for the eyes whether you're a plant lover or not. You'll find plenty of themed areas sporting eclectic species of flowers and throughout the cooler months there's an array of workshops, live music and more.