Birmingham to host free festival celebrating transport heritage and innovation
13th April 2026
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Brum Transport Fest will take place from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September 2026, activating locations across the city centre as the West Midlands’ extraordinary role in the UK’s transport story takes centre stage.

With the full programme yet to be announced, the festival will spotlight the region’s legacy of motor engineering excellence and innovation, bringing together organisations, partners and enthusiasts to mark Birmingham’s past, present and future in transport.

Speaking about the festival, Melanie Williams, board director and lead of the Colmore Placemaking Working Group, said: “Brum Transport Fest will be a celebration of what makes Birmingham and the West Midlands region the home of makers and innovators.

We’re excited to invite the public to come together this September and share in the pride, creativity and ambition that continue to drive our region forward.”

 

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