Cool And Quirky Events In Birmingham

The Big Birmingham Bake? Oh, it's game on. Setting up camp on Floodgate Street, this huge marquee will be hosting baking contests with 12 pairs. You'll be challenged to make your very best cake, muffin, biscuit or bread, with a panel of expert judges crowning one winning team at the end of the 90-minute session.

If an evening of music, dance and laughter sounds like your idea of fun, then head to the Mooncat Duelling Piano Bar in Brindleyplace. Their talented performers will play your favourite songs all night long, and you can even give them requests. What's more, they host all kinds of brilliant events here, from Taylor Swift, Mamma Mia or Disney-themed bottomless brunches to musical quizzes and other live performances - with tickets starting from just £2.

Located in Digbeth, Luna Springs is coming in hot with their epic lineup of events. From Mamma Mia bottomless brunches with free-flowing fizz to a karaoke-filled evening and a disco-inspired festival, these folks really know how to throw a banging bash.

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The Old Joint Stock Theatre are known to host their fair share of unusual events in Birmingham. Their plays range from hilarious comedies and stand-up, to avant-garde art pieces and alternative dramas that will leave you thinking. As well as this, you can attend regular open mic nights, cabaret performances and drag bingo here.

Fancy getting outdoors a little more? Then we've got just the thing for you. The Great Game's interactive treasure hunts will take you on a journey all over the city, where you'll solve puzzles and complete challenges to crack the clues. You'll work as a team to earn your place on the leaderboard, using their handy app to guide you. They'll also let you choose a pub to end up at, where you can make use of exclusive discounts through the event organisers.

For fans of reggae, soca, dancehall or just a good time, The Reggae Brunch's Birmingham events are sure to put you in a good mood. Running through the whole afternoon, these cracking parties are complete with an hour of bottomless cocktails, a two-course Caribbean meal, DJ sets and fun games.

One of the oldest music pubs in the city, there's always something fun going on at The Actress and Bishop in the Jewellery Quarter. Think tribute acts to artists like Noel Gallagher, Nirvana and Amy Winehouse, alongside local musicians taking to the stage for fantastic live performances. And the best part? Lots of their events are free, with others starting from just £8 per person.

Learn how to make everything from sashimi to California rolls and salmon nigiri at Yakinori's sushi school. Not only will you get all those new skills, but the class is bookended by an arrival bev to wash down some starters and sake or bubble tea to finish - plus the chance to eat your creations too, or take them home.

Slip on your cowboy boots and giddy on down to Broad Street where Coyote Ugly is hosting a Nashville Hoedown Bottomless brunch every single day. Tickets will only set you back £27.50 - £32.50, plus include 90 minutes of bottomless pizzas (think margherita, Hawaiin, pepperoni and vegan cheese), pints of Fosters or Strongbow, bubbles or mimosas. You can also upgrade to cocktails for £10 extra.

For those of you who'd also like to learn how to line dance? Then make sure to book your tickets for a Saturday, as the bar's famous Coyote dancers will be in full action, inviting you to learn all the moves with them.

The Cocktail Club on Temple Street is setting you up for a fabulous afternoon of entertainment at its House Party. While you delve into tasty food accompanied by retro-themed cocktails, enjoy outrageous drag entertainment, from lip-sync battles to singalongs.

Want to learn from the masters? Then check out the YO! Sushi School at Selfridges, where every Thursday you can find out all about knife skills, rolling techniques and the ingredients used to create your favourite bites, with some fun facts thrown in along the way. You'll be welcomed with a complimentary drink and tasty bites like edamame and gyoza, before getting stuck into the class. They'll teach you how to make everything from salmon nigiri to crunchy California rolls, with a vegetarian option available too.

Popular for their delicious street food offerings and vibrant atmosphere, Taste + Liquor's Birmingham events do not disappoint. You can expect quirky themed brunches, from RnB to throwback anthems, complete with sing-alongs, free-flowing rum punch and live DJs, costing less than £20 per person.

Looking for unique activities in Birmingham? Look no further than UKG Bingo. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy live DJ sets and play multiple rounds of the iconic game. And if you're feeling competitive, get ready for some epic dance battles. 

If it's a quirky night of fun you're after, look no further than The Old Crown. Nestled in Digbeth, this rollicking hangout is hosting a wicked lineup of events, including live music from Blur vs Oasis tribute acts, a Brooklyn Nine-Nine quiz and so much more.

Coming in at just £30 per person, Sliced n Diced host a super affordable Board Game Bottomless Brunch every single weekend. With over 300 games to choose from and a Nintendo Switch, there's no chance of being bored while you devour buffalo loaded fries, mozzarella sticks and two hours of free-flowing beer or prosecco.

When it comes to activity bars in Birmingham, you can't go wrong with a trip to Flight Club. Head to the social darts favourite come the weekend, as they invite you to their Brunch Social complete with bottomless pizza and some prosecco to share. 

The Brunch Club is known for it's whacky fun up and down the country, and their events at Rosies in Birmingham are no different. Think Disney drag brunches, Taylor Swift sing-alongs and partying to emo anthems, alongside an hour of bottomless drinks and tasty breakfast plates, all for £49.99 per person.

For Birmingham things to do tonight, Tonight Josephine is a glittering pink paradise filled with plenty of fun events, as well as its delish drinking and dining options. Check out the bar's roster of unmissable happenings, including a sass-aoke fan club, Mamma Mia or burlesque-fuelled brunch.

Get ready to groove with Bongo's Bingo Birmingham at Forum, a thrilling mix of dance-offs, rave breaks, crowd involvement, and bingo madness. Prepare for a night of throwback fun, with the chance to win awesome prizes like giant pink unicorns and Henry Hoovers at every event.

There's always heaps going on every day of the week at Bavarian bier hall Albert's Schloss. Alpine-themed and named after Queen Victoria's husband, this lively haunt serves up some cool steins paired with the likes of gooey fondue and schnitzel. The Friday Frölich sees interactive artistes take to the stage, while Bertie's Bandstand happens every Tuesday and Wednesday is home to the Baby Grand Slam, followed by Thursday's Kunst Kabaret.