Roll up your sleeves and get yourself down to Digbeth this weekend as The Big Birmingham Bake ups the anty. Boasting a huge marquee fully decked out with 12 baking stations and all the necessary ingredients, the experience gives you 90 minutes to prove yourself to the judges.

Prepare for a boozy quest to end all others as Birmingham Cocktail Weekend returns for two weekends in 2024. Their summer and winter festivals will involve £5 cocktails, special food offerings and exclusive tasting sessions at some of your favourite bars – and all you need is a £10 ticket. Explore over 40 venues across the city with just one wristband before voting for the best cocktail at the end of the week. 

Looking for student nights in Birmingham this Sunday? Make your way to Flight Club where you can get stuck into some much-needed social darts while chowing down on pizzas served on paddles. Plus, you'll get half a bottle of prosecco to sip on throughout.

For a more swish Sunday night in Birmingham, head to Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill. While it's known for delicious steaks and a stunning rooftop, it also slings out a cocktail menu to boot - we're talking Patron agave drinks and gin-based tipples.

Located in Brindleyplace, The Alchemist knocks up some pretty stellar and theatrical cocktails. End those pesky Sunday scaries and grab the hipflask colada - a mix of Bacardi rum, Koko rum, Wrap & Nephew, coconut, pineapple and guess what? You can keep the flask.

One of the best late-night bars in Birmingham, Be At One fronts sleek interiors and a diverse set of cocktails to choose from. Opt for the classics such as a Tommy's margarita or a strawberry daiquiri or get something bespoke - the Irish Disco Biscuit has Baileys, peppermint liqueur, Oreos, and vanilla ice cream.

Boasting immersion pods, futuristic decor and a 16-tap self-serve station, Otherworld VR is not your average watering hole. Step inside another dimension as you experience virtual reality experiences in 4 different unique zones. You might even kill a zombie or two.

Add some spice to your Sunday afternoon with Japanese Harmony: Sake & Sushi Tasting by Mooncat Beats & Bites. For an afternoon of culinary exploration and cultural appreciation, head down to Mooncat Birmingham on April 21st for a sushi and sake paired lunch featuring a guided tasting by renowned sake expert Samuel Boulton. For just £35, you'll indulge in four unique 30ml samples and a selection of delicious sushi rolls specially curated to take your tastebuds on an epic journey to Japan.

For a dreamy date night or quick drink with your pal, head to Dirty Martini, where you'll get to tuck into an assortment of martinis, as well as other cracking cocktails. - we're talking gimlets, mojitos and classic daiquiris. Swoon.

For a last-minute date night or a quick catch-up with your friends, check out Vagabond Wines in the city centre. Your evenings come complete with a unique wine-on tap machine so you can sample on a few reds and whites all while splitting a charcuterie board.

Situated in the city centre, Tonight Josephine might be your answer for dancing in Birmingham. Hosted by wild West End drag host, Crystal Lubrikunt, Mamma Mia Reloaded features free-flowing booze, epic performances and non-stop entertainment.

Searching for fun clubbing events? Make your weekend a little longer and head over to Chinawhite in Birmingham. It has gorgeous Asian interiors and epic VIP service. It also happens to showcase regular performances from cracking DJs and artists.