Autumn is in full swing and the programme at Sutton Coldfield Town Hall offers something for all ages and tastes. This historic local venue continues to bring together professional touring shows, local performers, community events and special productions.
Here are some of the highlights currently confirmed for October 2026:
30 September–3 October – Come From Away – CLOC Musical Theatre Company
October begins with the continuation of Come From Away, the heart-warming musical telling the remarkable true story of thousands of airline passengers diverted to the small Canadian town of Gander following the events of 11 September 2001.
Thursday 8 October – Guilty or Not Guilty? The Jeremy Bamber White House Farm Murder – 7.30pm
Award-winning investigative journalist and criminologist Mark Williams-Thomas leads an immersive theatre experience examining one of Britain's most debated murder cases.
Friday 9 October – Discos for Grown Ups – 8pm
Get those dancing shoes ready! Discos for Grown Ups returns to Sutton Coldfield with a night dedicated to feel-good floor-fillers from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
Saturday 10 October – Romance, Ballet and Fantasy – 7.30pm
Royal Sutton Coldfield Orchestra returns for an evening of live classical music, including Tchaikovsky alongside music from Sylvia, Giselle, Les Biches and The Firebird. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Tuesday 13–Saturday 17 October – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
Tudor Musical Comedy Society brings Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's colourful, family-friendly musical to the Town Hall stage. Expect plenty of familiar songs and a lively retelling of the story of Joseph.
Sunday 18 October – Family Health & Wellbeing Festival – 11am–5pm
A day focused on growth, healing and connection, featuring wellbeing workshops, holistic health specialists, treatments, motivational talks and more.
Friday 23 October – Billy Joel – 7.30pm
Robert Schmuck – Billy The Kid – and his seven-piece band celebrate the music of Billy Joel, with favourites including Uptown Girl, Piano Man, My Life, The Longest Time and many more.
Saturday 24 October – Always Jovi – 7.30pm
Bon Jovi fans can enjoy a high-energy tribute to the band's music, recreating the sound and atmosphere of some of their best-known rock anthems.
There are also some great reasons to visit the Town Hall during the school holidays:
Monday 26 October – LDN Wrestling Half-Term Spectacular – 7.30pm
LDN Wrestling brings an action-packed family show to Sutton Coldfield, culminating in a huge Tables, Ladders & Chairs main event.
Wednesday 28 October – Calipso's Circus – 4pm
A family-friendly circus spectacular featuring international circus performers, stunts, comedy, live vocals and familiar characters. The show runs until approximately 5pm.
Thursday 29 October – Nostalgic Music – 1pm–3.30pm
A relaxed afternoon of companionship and favourite songs from years gone by.
Thursday 29 October – Sutton Coldfield Jazz Nights: 70s Jazz Funk Machine – 7.30pm
October's monthly Jazz Night welcomes Tom Hill and Andy Shillingford with 70s Jazz Funk Machine, with the evening scheduled to run until 10pm.
Saturday 31 October–Wednesday 4 November – Sutton Coldfield Society of Artists Autumn Exhibition
The Bedford Suite hosts a varied exhibition of work by local artists, including paintings, ceramics, sculpture, textiles, miniatures and more. The exhibition opens 9am–5pm daily, closing at 4pm on the final day. The official opening and presentation of awards takes place at 10.30am on Saturday 31 October.
Saturday 31 October – Remembrance Concert – 7.30pm
October draws to a close with the Town Hall's Concert of Remembrance, scheduled from 7.30pm until 9.30pm.
From a night dancing to 70s, 80s and 90s classics to musical theatre, live orchestral performances and family-friendly half-term entertainment, October demonstrates just how varied the programme at Sutton Coldfield Town Hall can be.
Selected shows also offer VIP experiences, giving visitors the opportunity to make their visit even more special.
Whether planning an evening with friends, entertaining the children during half term or searching for things to do in Sutton Coldfield this October, it's well worth checking what's coming up at the Town Hall.
Please note: Event details, performance times, prices and ticket availability can change. Visitors should always check the official Sutton Coldfield Town Hall website before travelling and book popular performances in advance where possible.
Venue: Sutton Coldfield Town Hall, Upper Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6DA
Box Office/Enquiries: 0121 296 9543