What is happening across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market has returned for its 26th year, bringing German food, festive music and Christmas shopping to the city centre. Find out the opening dates, times, Remembrance Sunday arrangements and how to get there from Sheldon and the wider B26 area.
West Midlands Police is urging people to go to an organised display rather than set off fireworks at home, warning that using them in streets or parks can mean an unlimited fine or a criminal record.
Solihull Round Table's bonfire and fireworks night took place at Tudor Grange Park on Saturday 7 November, with a family-friendly display, bonfire and funfair, and all proceeds going to local charities.
The festive season kicks off across East Birmingham as The Fort Shopping Park hosts its annual Christmas Market, Christmas Light Switch-On, real reindeer, Santa Claus, and live family entertainment.
A display of classic British cars has taken over Hippodrome Square as part of Brum Transport Fest — including an Austin A70 Hereford, a classic Mini, a Rover 416 GSi and a Jaguar XJ6. Entry is free and it's on today until 5pm.
A free, two-day celebration of West Midlands transport heritage is taking place across four city centre squares on 18–19 September 2026, with themed talks, classic bus rides, car displays and live entertainment.
