Best Events In January 2026

NQ64 and nostalgia go hand-in-hand, as this graffiti-clad venue is the home of retro games. From boozy laser quest to Space Invaders, Tekken, Crazy Taxi, dance machines and even old-school consoles like Nintendo 64, it's taking you back in time. Topping it off? Quirky cocktails themed around popular games.

Trying to combat the Birmingham winter weather? Stay indoors and get comfy at Flight Club this month with the best social darts event. You'll also get to feast on bottomless pizzas and a whole bottle of prosecco while crushing your competition. 

Put on the shoes of a detective this January and explore Birmingham like never before. Using a cutting-edge mobile app as your guide, you and your friends will navigate the city's streets, crack codes, interrogate virtual suspects, and piece together clues in a high-stakes murder mystery.

Set in the shadowy world of the city's underbelly, you'll be investigating the high-profile murder of infamous politician Chester Monte. Perfect for groups of two to six players, the quest takes just a couple of hours and keeps all the action within a half-mile radius.

Yeehaw, Birmingham. Saddle up for the Nashville Hoedown Bottomless Brunch at Coyote Ugly - where southern charm meets bottomless vibes. This isn't just brunch; it's a Wild-West-style party packed with line dancing, cowboy hats, and more energy than a rodeo.

With country hits setting the tone, you'll be two-stepping your way to a great time. Expect classic honky-tonk vibes, cheeky Coyote bartenders, and a heap of fun that'll make you feel like you've stepped right into a country music video.

Get your friends together for the Birmingham Bank Heist Scavenger Hunt, a top-rated adventure on both Apple and Google Play that turns the city into your playground. Using a slick mobile app as your guide, you'll navigate streets, scout key locations, crack security systems and plan the ultimate virtual heist - basically starring in your own blockbuster bank robbery.

Designed for two to six players, the quest takes a couple of hours and stays within a half-mile radius, making it a perfect, affordable day out for friends or family. 

This January, YO! in Birmingham is hosting a seriously fun sushi class, complete with fish-cutting techniques and maki-making tips. While creating your own salmon nigiris and crunchy Cali rolls, you'll get to nibble on snacks such as gyozas and an arrival cocktail.

Hosted by The Alchemist in Brindleyplace, Paint A Pic offer regular events where you can unleash your creativity on the canvas. With continually changing themes and an expert on hand to guide you, as well as any equipment provided, they're setting you up for a fun group activity or date night. Plus, you can grab drinks from the hosts as and when needed.

If you're willing to brave the cold this January, take your friends or family on a Birmingham Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt. This quest will take you all over the city, learning some history and seeing all the landmarks along the way, ending up in a pub where you'll receive 20% off your total bill.

Swing the night away at the Old Joint Stock with That's Life, a dazzling celebration of classic swing. Sit back and soak up silky vocals and brass-filled arrangements as timeless hits by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Nat King Cole, Michael Bublé, and more fill the room.

Leading the evening is the multi-talented James Edge, theatre manager, West End stage founder, and seasoned musical theatre performer, ensuring every note hits perfectly.

A top choice of fun activities, Treetop Golf sees your group take to two indoor, 18-hole courses themed around an Amazonian forest. Navigate through the wilderness and discover local landmarks and ancient wonders, as well as the Pizza Cabana, Thirsty Toucan Bar and Jungle Buzz Café.

The Reggae Brunch is back in Birmingham for January, bringing you a scrumptious two-course meal full of Caribbean treats, followed by a banging party of course. There'll be an hour of bottomless rum punch, DJ sets, quizzes, games and much more.

Ready to level up your vino and fromage game? Vagabond's Cheese & Wine Masterclass is the perfect place to start.

After a glass of sparkling from the award-winning Urban Winery, you'll taste your way through four more expertly chosen tipples. Needless to say, every glass is perfectly paired with a selection of dreamy and delicious cheeses.

Craving something different to sink your teeth into? How about a sweet treat? Head down to The Birmingham Bake for an epic baking competition. The kitchen stations come complete with instructions, cooking utensils and all the needed ingredients.

Home to the world's first official Formula 1® simulator racing experience, F1® Arcade made its way to Birmingham after great success in London. 53 full-motion simulators have movement and audio-visual effects for an immersive experience, with a choice of different skill levels ranging from Rookie to Elite.

With just 60 minutes on the clock, Escape Hunt makes for one of the most fun things to do in the city centre. You'll be locked in a themed room and challenged to solve mind-bending puzzles. The perfect thrill for an otherwise dreary month. Plus, there's a Resorts World location if you're not nearby.

Get into the groove of 2026 at the official R&B Brunch®. Don your furs, dust off your cane and get ready to move to the likes of Faith Adams and Destiny's Child.

Food is served all day to fuel your dancing feet while bottomless rum punch is up for grabs for the first hour. Bag your ticket to five hours of your favourite R&B, old school hip hop and club anthems from just £19.80.

It's time to embrace those Veganuary vibes. Looking to sample the city's very best vegan restaurants? These cool and quirky spots are bringing you some of the tastiest plant-based plates in the city, from Indian delicacies to bold brunch options.

The Button Factory in the Jewellery Quarter is flaunting some cracking events this January, such as their tasty bottomless brunch every Saturday, featuring two hours of unlimited prosecco or bellinis. You'll find some fab fare up for devouring too, like eggs benedict with honey roast ham and hollandaise.

At the RnB Club Classics Bottomless Brunch, if you're not singing and dancing, you're not doing it right. Expect 90s throwbacks and 00s club bangers, covering everyone from Usher and Destiny's Child to Ashanti, Rihanna and Drake.

As well as DJs, there's live performers on the dancefloor, top-tier brunch dishes and 90 minutes of bottomless prosecco, cocktails and beer. Bag your ticket to two-stop 'til the sun goes down this January from just £31.90.

Grab tickets to Bottoms Up, Birmingham's cheeky burlesque cabaret, hosted by the irresistible Stage Door Johnny. In the intimate setting of the Old Joint Stock, expect sultry striptease, saucy songs, and razor-sharp wit as top cabaret performers deliver a night of teasing, tantalising, and side-splitting fun.

With sparkling costumes, star-studded acts, and plenty of prosecco on hand, Bottoms Up is a dazzling mix of glamour, glitz, and entertainment from £27.50 per person.

Start 2026 as you mean to go on at the Throwing It Back Brunch. Expect non-stop “remember this?” moments as DJs spin the best old skool anthems from the 90s and 00s.

To help you get into the swing of it, there's free rum punch for the first hour and all kinds of delicious dishes for you to order. Grab your ticket to this ludicrously lit five-hour party from just £17.05.

Get ready for Bongo's Bingo, dubbed 'England's wildest night out. Expect a chaotic, hilarious mash-up of dance-offs, rave breaks, audience antics, and bingo like you've never seen before, complete with outrageous prizes from giant pink unicorns to karaoke machines, Henry Hoovers and even mobility scooters.

Shows vary in time and layout, so check your ticket for details - and get ready to let loose in Birmingham's most unpredictable night out.