5 things to do in the West Midlands this weekend
Not sure what to do this weekend? We’ve compiled a list of activities and events to get involved with across the region over the next few days.
1. Cirque Berserk! 
Date: Until Sunday, February 26
Location: Birmingham REP
Showcasing the finest in traditional circus thrills and skills, Cirque Berserk! brings this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular created especially for the theatre.
Combining contemporary cirque-style artistry with adrenaline-fuelled stunt action, this astoundingly talented international troupe includes more than 30 jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, drummers, daredevil stuntmen and the award-winning clown, Tweedy. The show also features the world’s most hair-raising circus act – the legendary motorcycle Globe of Death.
2. Pancake Party
Date: Saturday February 25
Location: Fargo Village, Coventry
Celebrate pancake day this weekend with Fargo Village’s wide range of pancakes on offer. Totally Vegan will be serving traditional vegan pancakes with sugar and lemon, other toppings such as fresh fruit including bananas, blueberries, apples, blackberries and more seasonal fruit. Agave syrup, dairy free lemon curd and dairy free cream pancakes will also be served for the day. Choc ‘n’ Roll will be cooking up crepe Suzette and cherry jubilee all accompanied with homemade ice cream including chocolate, rum and raisin, coconut and vanilla.
3. Food market 
Date: Sunday February 26
Location: Mac, Birmingham
A host of Birmingham’s street food favourites will be taking over mac with aromas and freshly-made treats this Sunday. With a huge range of cheeses, luxury handmade chocolates, vegan and gluten-free cakes, South East Asian food, handmade fudge, sauces, coffee and much more, the food market is the perfect place to be for foodies in Birmingham.
4. Thriller Live
Date: Friday February 24 – Saturday February 25
Location: Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
Direct from London’s West End where it is now in its eighth year, Thriller Live celebrates 45 years of Michael’s musical career. You will experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco as the cast pay homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion. Expect your favourite songs delivered by an exceptionally talented cast and band, including: I Want You Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off The Wall, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, Bad, Rock With You, They Don’t Care About Us, Dangerous and Thriller plus many more.
5. Caravan, Camping & Motorhome show 2017
Date: Tuesday February 21 – Sunday February 26
Location: NEC, Birmingham
The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is the UK’s largest start of holiday season showcase. Be inspired by awesome destinations and hundreds of campsites and holiday parks throughout the UK and the whole of Europe. If you’re planning a trip, it’s the perfect place to start the process.
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