June in the West Midlands is packed with an exciting mix of food festivals, live music, cool exhibitions and unique outdoor experiences, making it one of the best months to get out and explore! From street food takeovers and summer dining clubs to immersive exhibitions at the NEC and creative festivals across Birmingham and beyond, there’s something happening every weekend for families, friends and food lovers alike. Whether you’re planning big days out or spontaneous local adventures, this month is all about making the most of long days, warmer evenings and a seriously strong events calendar across the Midlands. Have an event this month and want to be featured? Please drop me a email – bababouttown@gmail.com
MARKETS
Thursday 4th June 2026 – Brindley Artisan Market from 11am – 3pm – Find more information here
Sunday 7th June – Lichfield Producers Market – from 10am – 4pm – Find more information here
Sunday 7th June – The Fort Artisan Market – from 11am – 5pm – Find more information here
Sunday 7th June – Longbridge Artisan Market – Find more information here
Saturday 14th June – Kings Heath Artisan Market – Find more information here
Sunday 14th June – Merry Hill Artisan Market – from 11am – 5pm – Find more information here
Saturday 20th June – Jewellery Quarter Artisan Market – Find more information here
Saturday 20th June 2026 – Harborne Market from 10am-3pm – Find more information here
Sunday 21st June – Bournville Artisan Market – Find more information here
Saturday 27th June – Warwick Market (Town Centre) from 9am – 3pm – Find more information here
Sunday 28th June – Record & Makers market in Brindleyplace from 9am – 4pm – Find more information here
FESTIVALS
Saturday 6th June – One Retreat Festival & Birmingham Artisan Market at Highbury Hall – OneRetreat brings together the best of the city’s wellness community for a celebration of movement, mindfulness and wellbeing – Buy your tickets here
Saturday 6th June and Sunday 7th June – Pursuits Festival Warwick – A two-day event that focuses on History & Literature, Music & Dance, Theatre & Art, and Sports & Wellbeing, which offers various activities for families to enjoy for free – More information here
Saturday 6th June – Frequency Festival at Luna Springs in Digbeth from 3:00PM – Frequency Festival returns to Birmingham for its biggest summer celebration yet, bringing a huge day of UK Garage, bass and dance music to Luna Springs in Digbeth. Tickets start from around £15, with the event running until midnight and last entry strictly before 8PM – Buy your tickets here
Wednesday 10th June – Friday 12th June – Birmingham Design Festival – A three day celebration of graphic, digital, and creative design, bringing together designers, artists, and industry leaders for talks, workshops, exhibitions, tours, and networking events across Birmingham city centre. Most daytime talks are free to attend (though you need to book tickets), while some workshops and the evening headline events are paid, with prices typically starting from around £15 – Find more information here
Saturday 13th June – Sunday 14th June – Leamington Peace Festival at the Pump Room Gardens -Two amazing days celebrating peace, hope, community, creativity, activism and connection in the heart of Leamington Spa – Find more information here
Saturday 20th June – Arts, Eats & Treats Festival – Returning to Victoria Park in Leamington Spa, Arts, Eats & Treats Festival celebrates creativity, food and family fun with artisan stalls, street food, live entertainment and local makers. This free event is perfect for all ages and makes for a brilliant summer day out – Find more information here
Saturday 20th June – Country Club Outdoor Country Music Festival at Luna Springs in Digbeth From 4:00PM – Saddle up for a huge country music day party as Country Club brings its outdoor festival back to Birmingham for a full Wild West takeover. Expect non-stop country anthems, line dancing, cowboy hat giveaways, street food, themed décor and festival vibes all day long, with music from artists including Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton and more. Tickets start from around £16, with the event running until 11:00PM and last entry at 8:00PM – Buy your tickets here
Sunday 21st June – Midsummer Festival at The Confetti Flower Fields – Wyke Manor Estate, Wick, Worcestershire – Celebrate the Summer Solstice surrounded by stunning blooms at The Confetti Flower Fields’ magical Midsummer Festival. Taking place at Wyke Manor Estate near Pershore, visitors can enjoy roaming musicians, enchanting fairies, professional storytelling, flower crown making, choir performances and plenty of picture-perfect moments amongst the flowers, making it a wonderful day out for families, friends and anyone looking to embrace the beauty of summer – Book your tickets here
FOODIE EVENTS
Available now – A Taste of Birmingham Food Tours in Birmingham City Centre – Discover Birmingham’s incredible food scene on this guided walking food tour as part of Birmingham Restaurant Festival’s curated series of culinary experiences. “A Taste of Birmingham” takes you through a handpicked selection of independent restaurants and eateries across the city centre and Jewellery Quarter, with multiple tasting stops, drinks and storytelling along the way – Buy your tickets here
Saturday 6th June – Barton Marina Dining Club – Head to Barton Marina for a day of street food, drinks, and live entertainment as Digbeth Dining Club brings some of the region’s best independent food traders to the waterfront – Book your tickets here
Saturday 13th June – Walsall Dining Club – Digbeth Dining Club returns to Walsall Arboretum with a fantastic selection of award-winning street food vendors, craft drinks, and family-friendly entertainment at Walsall Arboretum – Book your tickets here
Thursday 18th June – Sunday 21st June – Good Food Show Summer and BBC Gardeners World Live at NEC Birmingham – The Good Food Show Summer returns to the NEC for four days of foodie inspiration, live cooking demos, tastings and shopping from some of the UK’s best chefs, producers and brands. Expect celebrity appearances, hands-on workshops, seasonal recipe ideas and plenty of opportunities to discover new flavours and kitchen inspiration, all under one roof – Book your tickets here
Saturday 27th June – Sutton Coldfield Dining Club – Bringing its popular street food festival to Sutton Coldfield Rugby Club, Digbeth Dining Club offers an afternoon packed with delicious eats, refreshing drinks, and a buzzing community atmosphere – Book your tickets here
SUMMER PARTIES/FUN EVENTS
Friday 5th June – Bingo Lingo at Luna Springs in Digbeth From 6:30PM – Get ready for a chaotic night of bingo, dance-offs, outrageous prizes and non-stop party vibes as Bingo Lingo returns to Digbeth for its popular Courtyard Summer Series – Buy your tickets here
Saturday 6th June – The Old Crown in Digbeth Summer Launch Party – Massive garden party with DJS, street food, and cocktails – Free entry – More information here
Friday 19th June – Bingo Lingo at Luna Springs in Digbeth From 6:30PM – Get ready for a chaotic night of bingo, dance-offs, outrageous prizes and non-stop party vibes as Bingo Lingo returns to Digbeth for its popular Courtyard Summer Series – Buy your tickets here
Wednesday 24th June – Bingo Bab: A Charity Bingo Night with Barbara Nice at Herbert’s Yard, Longbridge | From 6:00PM – 10:00PM – Get ready for a brilliantly chaotic night of bingo, laughs and incredible prizes as the iconic Barbara Nice returns to host Bingo Bab at Herbert’s Yard. Expect three rounds of bingo alongside singalongs, spot prizes and plenty of audience antics, with everything from cash prizes to quirky household goodies up for grabs – Buy your tickets here
Friday 26th June – Heated Rivalry Fest at Luna Springs – Digbeth From 6:00PM – Inspired by the viral TV show and bestselling book phenomenon, Heated Rivalry Fest brings a huge outdoor summer celebration to Digbeth with DJs, drag performances, pop and queer anthems, themed décor, quizzes, lookalike competitions and plenty of fan-favourite moments throughout the night – Book your tickets here
THEATRE/SHOWS
Tuesday 2nd June to Saturday 13th June – Derren Brown Only Human Live show at Birmingham Hippodrome – Buy your tickets here
Tuesday 2nd June to Saturday 6th June – ANNIE at The Alexandra theatre – Buy your tickets here
Friday 19th June to Saturday 20th June – Birmingham Royal Ballet 20th Century Masterpieces at Birmingham Hippodrome – Buy your tickets here
Friday 26th June – Lily Allen West End Girl Show at BP Pulse Live from 7.30pm – Buy your tickets here
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Friday 5th June – Reloved Birmingham In Harborne Pre-loved Fashion show from 7-9pm – Ticketed event and you can purchase your ticket at their store for £10 – You will also be able to browse and shop till you drop, with market stalls in store too, on the evening and an auction themed section, to sell off the modelled items – Buy your tickets here
Sunday 7th June – Leamington Half Marathon – Taking runners through the beautiful streets and green spaces of Leamington Spa, the Leamington Half Marathon returns for another year of community spirit and fundraising – 8am from 1pm – More information here
Saturday 20th June – International Yoga day at Pump Room Gardens in Leamington Spa – Relieve some stress, train your mind and learn about how Yoga can help you! – Free event – More information here
Sunday 21st June – Free Father’s Day Yoga with IamYogi at Alfred Works – Celebrate Father’s Day with a calming and uplifting outdoor yoga session hosted by IamYogi, designed as a relaxed community class to help you unwind, stretch and reset in nature. This free session is open to all levels, making it perfect whether you’re a regular yogi or just looking for a gentle way to spend time outdoors with friends or family on Father’s Day – Book your session here
Saturday 27th June – Everything Digbeth Summer market – Zellig presents: Everything Digbeth Summer Market, in collaboration with Alfred Works.Expect a vibrant summer market throughout the Zellig building, packed with independent traders, local fashion, handmade finds, and one-of-a-kind pieces from some of the best small businesses in Digbeth, Birmingham and beyond – Sign up for a ticket here
Sunday 21st June – Knowle 750th Birthday Street Party & Market – Celebrate Knowle’s remarkable 750-year history with a special community street party and market featuring local traders, entertainment and family-friendly activities – More information here
Friday 26th June – Pilates & Pizza Night at RM Pilates Studios in Digbeth – 6:30PM | £30pp – An evening combining movement and indulgence, Pilates & Pizza Night at RM Pilates Studios offers a 50-minute reformer Pilates session followed by freshly served pizzas in the studio. Designed as a social wellness experience, it’s a relaxed way to unwind at the end of the week, whether you’re going with friends or trying something new on your own – Book your session here
COOL EVENTS
Wednesday 10th June to Sunday 19 July 2026 – Titanic Exhibition: Birmingham at NEC Birmingham – Step inside one of history’s most iconic stories at the Titanic Exhibition as it returns to the NEC for a powerful, immersive experience. Visitors can explore detailed recreations, original artefacts and interactive displays that bring the ship’s journey to life, from its construction and luxury interiors through to its final voyage and tragic sinking. The exhibition also includes passenger stories, historical objects recovered from the wreck site, and immersive experiences such as boarding passes linked to real individuals on board, making it a moving and educational day out for all ages – Book your tickets here
Wednesday 17th June – Stirchley Open Cinema x PLONK screening of The Big Lebowski from 7pm – Buy your tickets here
Wednesday 17th June – Cotswolds Lavender farm opens – More information here
Friday 19th June – Sunday 13th September – Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition at NEC Birmingham – Step into Ancient Egypt at the NEC as the award-winning Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition arrives in Birmingham for a limited summer run. This large-scale experience takes visitors on a 90-minute journey through the life, death and legacy of the King, blending authentic artefacts, detailed replicas, 360° projections, VR experiences and a digital metaverse walkthrough of the Valley of the Kings – Book your tickets here
