TGIF! TGIF! We all know Friday is the day to let down your hair and celebrate the work week being over, and we're giving you the best-of-the-best when it comes to Friday nights in Birmingham. From alternative indie nights to a VIP Champagne service and luxurious clubbing events, the city has you set for partying and seeing the weekend out in style.
Located in Digbeth is NQ64, a heavenly haunt slinging out a truckload of video games to play. Fronting craft beer and creative concoctions, it makes for the perfect games night out in Birmingham featuring all your childhood favourites - think Tekken and Space Invaders.
Jump into your weekend with an epic night of music at The Jam House. The Jam House Live Sessions brings together feel‑good anthems, soul classics, Latin rhythms and unforgettable party energy.
There's all kinds here to keep you entertained, from rock bands and soul singers to dance nights and urban showcases. Whatever takes your fancy, tickets start from just £5.50.
One of the best places for a Friday night out in Birmingham, Flight Club is always great for groups activities. While standing at the oche and playing a raucous round of darts, you and the gang can get stuck into sumptuous pizzas served on paddles, alongside glasses of fizz.
Kick off your Friday night plans with a trip to Tonight Josephine, the pretty pink bar that serves quirky cocktails in an Instagrammable setting. Come along to groove to pop hits, or check out their Sabrina Carpenter bottomless brunch from 6 to 7.30pm.
This promises to be an evening of all your favourite tunes, from Taste to Juno, as well as bold drag performances. On the drinks front, expect 90 minutes of unlimited beer, prosecco and select cocktails, as well as a delicious burger of your choice.
Kick off your weekend in traditional Irish style at D.J. Quinn's. In the heart of Hall Green, it's great for sport, live music or perfectly poured pints with pals.
If you fancy more fun and games, book into its private oches for Double Tops. The high-tech dart board experience brings bags of fun and friendly competition to your Friday night out.
Whatever you're after on a Friday night in Birmingham, Dirty Martini is here to make sure you get it. The new stylish drinks space is bringing tonnes of martinis, along with neon signs, and an eight-hour happy hour.
The Grand Hotel's sultry subterranean space Isaac's is redefining the weekend night out with a rotating lineup of themed musical feasts. At £55 per person on Thursdays, musical theatre lovers can test their trivia and sing along to showstoppers from Les Mis to Hamilton alongside genuine West End performers.
If you prefer a pop-culture party, head down on Friday or Saturday (£65 per person), where the volume gets pumped right up. Fridays are all about "Icons," recreating classic diva moments with powerhouse RnB vocals, while Saturdays take you on a whistle-stop "Decades" tour featuring everything from ABBA and Prince to Oasis and dance classics.
@ The Big Birmingham Bake on Various dates from Tuesday 11th August 2026
The Big Birmingham Bake kicks off with one competition at 6pm and another at 8:30pm on Fridays. While pairing off, you'll get to use utensils, instructions and your own personal kitchen station to whip up the best treats with a chance to be crowned baking champ.
What's The Motive is fabulous for Birmingham nightlife events. Taking place at PAVO, the party spot features Afrobeats and bashment, as well as drink deals and a dancefloor so you can shake it in style. Expect tunes from the likes of WizKid, Davido and Burna Boy.
