Birmingham Weekender takes over the city between Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug 2026, with FREE exhilarating performances, colourful installations and unforgettable experiences from a host of regional, national and international companies. It’s the perfect way to spend the August bank holiday weekend with friends and family. 

The free festival is brought to audiences by Bullring and HSBC UK and produced by Birmingham Hippodrome, spreading across the city at iconic landmarks including Bullring, Victoria Square and New Street Station.

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Watch the 2025 highlights below!

British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted and audio described performances, accessible viewing areas, and a team of dedicated access hosts will be available throughout the festival.