Top Things To Do This Winter In Birmingham

Anyone else combating the blues as we enter into the colder months? Get ready to cure your seasonal slump because these winter events are sorting you for everything from boozy brunches to epic baking sessions and all the bustling nightclubs. In this guide, we break down the best winter things to do in Birmingham. 

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Last updated on 1st November 2024




Create Some Sweet Treats

@ The Big Birmingham Bake on Various dates from Thursday 5th December 2024

One of the most popular events in the city, this winter event in Birmingham will have you going head-to-head with 11 other teams to create the perfect sweet treat. Think your kitchen skills are up to the challenge? Get yourself down to their Digbeth HQ and see if you can walk away with the top prize.

Become A Formula One Driver

Calling all the thrill-seekers out there, the F1® Arcade is the perfect place to unleash your inner racing driver. Their cutting-edge simulation experience makes you feel like you're really zipping around the track, with all the bumps and corners felt through their full-motion driver's seats.

There are 53 different chairs to enjoy the experience solo or in groups, plus a stunning cocktail bar and restaurant to unwind in afterwards. Enjoy tasty tacos, burgers, Moroccan flatbreads and more, paired with all kinds of creative cocktails.

Play Interactive Darts

@ Flight Club Birmingham on Various dates from Saturday 28th December 2024

Known up and down the country for their quirky interactive dartboards, Flight Club is the place to be for competitive fun this winter. Their brunch socials take place every weekend, costing as little as £30 per person, and you'll get to spend an hour battling your friends at all sorts of fun minigames at the oche.

Your ticket includes an entire bottle of prosecco per person, plus unlimited sharing paddles of pizza. Once you've finished your games, head to the fairground-inspired bar to toast to the winner.

head To A Nashville Hoedown Bottomless Brunch

@ Coyote Ugly Birmingham on Various dates from Thursday 5th December 2024

It's time to dust off those cowboy boots and head on down to Coyote Ugly on Broad Street for this rootin' tootin' Nashville Hoedown Bottomless Brunch. This bar is famed for its wild, rambunctious events, so you can expect plenty of dancing on the bar from the famous Coyotes, as well as the chance to learn how to line dance if you visit on a Saturday.

Included in your ticket (£27.50 - £32.50)? 90 minutes of unlimited slices paired with bottomless bubbles and pints.

Enjoy A Board Game Bottomless Brunch

@ Sliced n Diced on Various dates from Thursday 5th December 2024

Taking place every single day of the week, this Board Game Bottomless Brunch can be found at Sliced n Diced in Selly Oak. The cute cafe offers more than 300 different board games, alongside pool, air hockey and even Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch.

For just 28 per person, you'll get to enjoy all this fun, plus two hours of unlimited beer, prosecco, spirits and cocktails. Topping it all off? A pizza sub with a side of potato croquettes.

Dine At Vegan Restaurants

Participating in Veganuary or just wanting to eat more plant-based dishes? Check out our list of the best vegan restaurants, whether you're indulging in South American veggie tacos, fragrant Indian curries or finger-licking burgers.

Check Out These Cosy pubs

Escape the winter winds and snuggle up in one of Birmingham's cosiest spots. From old boozers to slick gastropubs, these warm and welcoming watering holes are here to take you through the colder months with ales, mulled wines and a fireplace or two to curl up in front of.

Attend a Christmas Market After Party

@ The Trocadero on Various dates from Thursday 5th December 2024

We all know that the Birmingham Christmas markets are well worth a visit during the festive season, but where to go afterwards? The Trocadero on Temple Street are hosting a cracking after party to keep the good vibes going, available from November onwards.

As a Cask-Marque accredited real ale pub, you can expect plenty of great beer - topped off with tasty eats like bacon cheeseburgers, stone-baked vegetable pizzas and loaded mac 'n' cheese.

Meet Father Christmas

@ The Barn at Berryfields on Various dates from Saturday 7th December 2024

Just outside of Birmingham this winter, Father Christmas will be visiting The Barn at Berryfields. Tickets start from £12.50 each and include a 15-minute professional cast Elf Show, and the chance to decorate your very own festive gingerbread. Pat a real-life reindeer and meet Santa in his grotto where there'll be a magical gift waiting.

Head To A Themed Brunch

If you're on the hunt for fabulous events in Birmingham, don't miss out on a brilliant bottomless brunch. At The Cocktail Club, you can expect free-flowing booze, scrumptious food and hilarious entertainment from your drag host. Plus all your favourite hits from across the decades.

See What's On At Albert's Schloss

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Albert's Schloss is a Bavarian-themed bar and beer hall on Chamberlain Square, and it's home to a weekly lineup of brilliant events. They specialise in live music here, from house bands on Friday nights to request-driven piano sessions on Wednesday. You'll also find cabaret sessions and Sunday roasts accompanied by DJ sets.

It's not just all about the entertainment though, as there's also a top-notch menu to get stuck into. Pair your steins or cocktails with everything from chicken and prosciutto schnitzel to a halloumi burger with Frankfurt sauce.