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What’s on in Birmingham in 2026

Your Guide to Theatre, Music, and More

Birmingham has a busy live entertainment calendar, with performances taking place across the city throughout the year. From large-scale touring productions to smaller concerts and one-off shows, there is always a wide choice of events to explore.
Theatre audiences can find major touring productions at venues such as Birmingham Hippodrome, while Symphony Hall hosts a varied programme of live music, ranging from classical concerts to contemporary performances. For arena-scale shows, comedy tours and international music acts, Utilita Arena Birmingham is a regular stop on the UK touring circuit.
Many national theatre and dance tours include Birmingham as part of their schedules, with well-known productions like Strictly, Riverdance and Wicked regularly visiting the city alongside other touring shows.
Whether you are planning a theatre visit, looking for a concert or checking upcoming tour dates, this page brings together events and venue information to help you see what’s on in Birmingham and plan your next night out.