5 things to do in the West Midlands this weekend
Miss Saigon
The classic musical Miss Saigon is taking to the stage at Birmingham’s Hippodrome this weekend. The story follows 17-year-old Kim, who is forced to work in a Saigon bar in the last few days of the Vitenam War. She soon falls in love with American GI Chris, but are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. Kim goes on a three-year long journey to find Chris, who has no idea that he is a father. Find out more here.
Big Wild Pyjama Party
Head to RSPB Sandwell on Saturday night for an evening of fun night-time activities for all the family to enjoy. There will be bat walks and moth trapping, as well as storytelling, music, films to enjoy and crafts to get involved with. Families are welcome to wear pyjamas and are encouraged to take picnic and blankets along. Find out more here.
The Jewellery Quarter Festival
The Jewellery Quarter Festival returns this weekend, celebrating the creative and vibrant Jewellery Quarter by bringing businesses, residents and visitors together. There will be live music and entertainment, a whole host of food and drink to enjoy, children’s activities and even free heritage tours. Find out more here.
Positively Birmingham Walking Tour
Get to know the city better on Saturday and take part in a Positively Birmingham Walking Tour. All guides have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the city, giving you the opportunity to learn all about Birmingham and take a look at the history, as well as the new developments changing the city’s landscape. Find out more here.
Moseley Craft Beer Festival
The Dark Horse in Moseley will be hosting the first Moseley Craft Beer Festival this weekend as part of Birmingham Beer Week. The weekend will see local acts take to the stage alongside a wide range of street food and a lot of craft beer. There will be 60 beers on 40 taps from over 20 breweries to enjoy. Find out more here.
