West Midlands events round up - August 2025

What’s on in the West Midlands this August

Summer’s here – and so is the fun! Whether you’re looking for family days out, foodie festivals, or live entertainment, the West Midlands has something for everyone this August. Here's your guide to the best events happening across the region.

Bulls in the City Art Trail

16th July – 14th September, Birmingham

Spot 40 giant, artist-designed bull sculptures and 85 colourful calves across Birmingham – all raising funds for Birmingham Hospice. Bonus challenge: find our very own bus-themed bull - Blakey!

Several buses go to Birmingham city centre.

Indoor Funfair Birmingham

5th – 17th August, NEC

All the fun of the fair – indoors! Expect classic rides, family attractions, food, a café. A perfect summer holiday day out.

Catch either our 97A, X1 or X12 service to get you to the NEC

Great British Beer Festival

5th – 9th August, NEC Birmingham

The UK’s biggest beer festival hits the NEC! Sample hundreds of ales, ciders, craft beers, and more, plus live music and food stalls. Over 18s only.

Catch either our 97A, X1 or X12 service to get you to the NEC

PAW Patrol Live

16th August, Utilita Arena Birmingham

Ryder and the pups are live on stage in a heroic adventure for little ones!

Several services stop near the Utilita Arena.

Birmingham Wing Fest

August, Hockley Social Club

Dig into £1.50 chicken wings, take on hot wing challenges, and vote for your favourites. With DJs, BBQ demos, and live music, it’s a full-on foodie fest.

Catch either the 7, 16, 16A or 52 service to get you there and a take a short walk to the venue.

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival

29th – 31st August, Moseley Park

A family-friendly weekend of folk music, comedy, crafts, and food in a scenic woodland spot. Expect big names, rising stars, and a chilled summer vibe.

Services 1 or 50 take you to Moseley.

Birmingham Weekender

23rd – 25th August, Across Birmingham

A free festival of live performances, pop-ups, and eye-catching street entertainment. Something for all ages, right in the heart of the city.

Loads of buses head into Birmingham city centre.

Supersonic Festival

29th – 31st  August, Digbeth

Experimental music, bold art, and boundary-pushing performances across Digbeth. Mostly 15+, but includes a brilliant family-friendly Kids Gig too.

Several services head into Digbeth via Birmingham.

Travel smart by bus

Wherever you’re heading this month, go by bus and make travel one less thing to worry about. Save money, avoid the parking faff, and help the planet with greener travel.

Download our mTicket app to plan your route and buy tickets in advance.

Plan your journey and make the most of what August has to offer.

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