9 things to do in Birmingham this weekend (October 22 - 24)

If you’ve not got much on this weekend and are searching for something to do then look no further! we’ve got you covered.

There’s plenty of live music, comedy shows and entertainment to keep you busy across the city’s venues and theatres.

Here’s a selection of all our recommended things to do in Birmingham this weekend.

Have a great time whatever you decide to do.

Tim Minchin live at Birmingham Hippodrome - Saturday and Sunday

The award-winning comedian, actor and composer Tim Minchin is bringing his BACK tour to Birmingham on 23 and 24 October.

His new show will include a set list of material from all corners of Minchin’s eclectic repertoire.

Tickets are £44. You can book here.

The Night Owl - Friday and Saturday

As usual, there’s plenty of fun to be had at The Night Owl this weekend.

The Blow Monkeys ‘40th Anniversary Tour - Saturday

With hits like Digging Your Scene and It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way, The Blow Monkeys epitomised the glamour of mid-80s pop at its most graceful and sophisticated. In the band’s frontman Robert Howard (aka Dr. Robert), they possessed a tall, charismatic singer who was both camera-friendly and clever, who appeared to be just as much at ease on the catwalk that is pop’s conveyor belt as he was penning witty, incisive songs.

The band will be playing at The Night Owl this Saturday.

Buy tickets here.

Amy Winehouse Tribute, Marina Coombes - Friday

A Back to Black 15th anniversary special will be taking place on Friday with the ultimate Amy Winehouse tribute by Marina Coombes.

In a review by Jamie Alexander Marina has been described as the ‘best Amy Winehouse tribute going’.

“The scary uncanny thing is Marina sounds just like the real Amy which gives you goosebumps,” he said.

You can book tickets here.

The Night Owl Takeover at The Old Crown - Saturday

On Saturday, The Night Owl takes over the beer garden at The Old Crown from 3pm until late. The Night Owl DJs will be spinning the best in Northern Soul, plus a bit of Motown, 60s RnB, Mod, ska and much more.

Free entry.

Milton Jones in Milton: Impossible at at The Alexandra - Sunday

Mock the Week star Milton Jones will reveal the truth about being an international spy when he arrives at The Alexandra this Sunday, before being given a disappointing new identity which forced him to appear on Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week.

Jones will be performing his hilarious new show at 7.30pm.

You can buy tickets here.

What’s New Pussycat? at Birmingham Repertory Theatre - Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Get ready for music, mods and rocking romance in this brand-new musical comedy inspired by the classic Henry Fielding novel The History of Tom Jones. Written by Tony Award winner, Joe Di Pietro and featuring the iconic songs of Sir Tom Jones, this hilarious new show invites you to relive London’s swinging sixties in all its delicious excess.

You can book tickets for shows this weekend here.

Your Song... A Tribute to Elton John at Symphony Hall - Friday

Over 50 years after Your Song first topped the UK singles charts, the music of Sir Elton John has become the soundtrack to all our memories. From Tiny Dancer to Candle in the Wind, Circle of Life to Pinball Wizard and many, many more, the CBSO and a team of top West End vocalists present a spectacular symphonic tribute to pop’s original Rocket Man.

Tickets are still available here.

The Courier at the MAC - Friday

Based on the true story of Greville Wynne (Benedict Cumberbatch), a British businessman who helped the CIA and MI6 penetrate the Soviet nuclear program during the Cold War, The Courier is a tale of bravery and heroic self-sacrifice.

Cumberbatch stars as the salesman-turned-spy who races against time to end the Cuban missile crisis.

The film is being screened at the Midlands Arts Centre this Friday.

Tickets costs £8 - you can buy here.

China Bears live at the Sunflower Lounge - Saturday

Somerset four piece China Bears have spent the last few years touring the UK, with notable support slots for bands including Genghar, Geneva, The Howl & The Hum and many more.

The alternative indie rockers were selected as an official artist for SXSW 2020 in Austin, Texas and will be performing a headline show at the Sunflower this Saturday night.

Buy tickets for the show here.

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