Birmingham Weekender will feature colourful installations, music and dance from local, national and international artists
A three-day music and art festival is taking place in Birmingham this summer – and you don’t need a ticket to attend.
The award-winning Birmingham Weekender is back for 2025 and will take over the city centre with ‘colourful outdoor installations, exhilarating performances and engaging experiences for all’.
Produced by Birmingham Hippodrome in partnership with Bullring, this year’s programme promises to celebrate the very best local, national, and international artists.
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Matt Evans, Head of Festivals & Sites at Birmingham Hippodrome, said: “Birmingham Weekender is a celebration of who we are as a city and this year’s festival will once again bring people together to share unforgettable moments in our streets and public spaces.
“Stay tuned – we can’t wait to reveal the full programme – there’s so much to look forward to!”
When is Birmingham Weekender?
Taking place from Saturday August 23 to Monday August 25, the free family-friendly festival kicks off with a vibrant dance and music carnival by ACE Dance and Music, featuring high-energy processions in and around Bullring.
Throughout the weekend, there will be international productions and installations presented in partnership with Global Streets, as well as exciting new national commissions from Without Walls, bringing some of the UK’s leading outdoor artists to the city centre.
There will be British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted and audio described performances, accessible viewing areas and a team of dedicated access hosts working across the festival and at the festival access hub.
Danielle Bozward, Marketing & Placemaking Manager at Bullring, added: “We’re absolutely thrilled to bring Birmingham Weekender back for this August Bank Holiday weekend.
“Whether you’re discovering something new, dancing in the streets, or soaking up the atmosphere, the festival promises an extraordinary weekend for all.”
The full programme will be announced in the coming weeks.
Birmingham Weekender was awarded The Place Making Award by the National Outdoor Events Association (NOEA) in 2024 celebrating its role in creating a quality event in a public space and enhancing the space.
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The festival also given a Bronze Award for Tourism Event Of The Year by West Midlands Tourism Awards.
