Entertainment and Activities News & Updates
Birmingham leisure destination Broadway Plaza has signed family entertainment operator 360 Play as its latest tenant - bringing more than 40 new jobs to the site.
- 3rd November 2026
A new multi-use games area has been officially opened in Small Heath, thanks to funding from the England and Wales Cricket Board.
- 28th October 2026
The City of Wolverhampton Council will be celebrating the achievements of young care leavers as it marks National Care Leavers Month, which begins on Sunday (1 November, 2026).
- 22nd October 2026
A new independent comic book, manga and games shop with its own retro arcade is opening at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre.
- 20th October 2026
This October half term, families are invited to explore the story of ‘Arbie and the owl tree’, the second instalment in the National Remembrance Gardens' children's book series.
Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) has announced the return of its Big Open Weekend, offering two days of free fitness taster sessions, classes, events and more this weekend (10 and 11 October).
- 1st October 2026
Autumn is well and truly here, bringing vibrant seasonal colours, a touch of festivity, and an exciting lineup of events and activities across Walsall’s visitor attractions.
- 28th September 2026
International Day of Birmingham was hailed “a roaring show of unity and celebration” as organisers celebrated the busiest annual celebration to date.
Walsall Libraries are the latest community venues to join the network, which connects families with local services, advice and opportunities designed to help children get the best possible start in life.
Archived images of Walsall being used at Walsall Makers Fest thanks to Walsall Archives