Superman lands in Birmingham: Nationwide interactive art trail launches today June 25th

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A Birmingham resident gives her cape a whirl

To mark the release of James Gunn’s Superman (landing in cinemas 11th July), a vibrant, nationwide interactive street art trail has just gone live in Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow and Dublin.

Birmingham joins Manchester, Cardiff, Dublin and Glasgow in unveiling a larger-than-life Superman mural as part of an epic nationwide trail. Transforming everyday streets into eye-popping, interactive Superman moments.

The Birmingham artworks, installed across a huge wall at Trinity Street Carpark in The iconic Custard Factory district, has been designed as a public photo-opportunity and street art installation in one, the murals reflect the bold new look of James Gunn’s Superman, blending comic book energy with real-world scale.

Some of the murals even include a guest appearance from Krypto the Superdog, allowing fans of all ages to interact with Superman’s most loyal companion.

BIRMINGHAM School Children from Coppice Academy get involved in the action.placeholder image
BIRMINGHAM School Children from Coppice Academy get involved in the action.

Each of the unique murals is tailored to its city and designed to let the public literally step into Superman’s red boots - cape billowing behind them! It’s a full-on hero moment and a perfect summer family activity. Each location offers a bold, comic-inspired photo-op, blending urban art with interactive storytelling – and a QR code at each site allows visitors to enter a competition to win exclusive prizes, including private screenings of the new film.

Whether it’s for family summer outings, immersive art fans, or superhero obsessives, it’s a vibrant, visual experience ideal for Things To Do guides over the next 4 weeks.

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