West Midlands events round up - July 2025

What’s on in the West Midlands this July

From summer sun to world-class entertainment, July in the West Midlands serves up an irresistible mix of music, food, sport, and feel-good festivals. Here’s your guide to the best events this month.

🎤 Music & Gigs

Black Sabbath, 5th July, Villa Park

The Prince of Darkness returns to his hometown for a legendary night of heavy metal.

Catch our 7 service to get you there.

Billy Ocean & Ada Morghe, 5th July, BP Pulse

Smooth grooves and soul classics from two musical icons.

Catch either our 97A, X1 or X12 service to get you to the NEC and a short walk to the arena.

Stevie Wonder, 7th July, Utilita Arena

A rare chance to see the legendary Stevie Wonder live.

The 126 service will get you there.

Kendrick Lamar & SZA, 10th July, Villa Park

Two hip-hop heavyweights bring major energy to Birmingham.

The 7 service will get you to Villa Park.

Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival, 11th–13th July, Moseley Park

Chill vibes and brilliant beats in one of Birmingham’s prettiest parks.

Catch our 1, 35 or 50 service to get you to the park. 

Drake, 20th, 21st & 23rd July, Utilita Arena

Global superstar Drake returns for three unmissable shows.

Hop on the 126 service to get you there.

Ricky Gervais, 28th July, Utilita Arena

The comedy legend brings his signature wit to the West Midlands.

Jump on the 126 service to get you there.

🎪Festivals & Outdoor Fun

Colmore Food Festival, 4th–5th July, Victoria Square, Birmingham

Tuck into delicious street food and drinks in the heart of the city.

We have several buses that travel to Birmingham city centre

Godiva Festival, 4th–6th July, War Memorial Park, Coventry

A free weekend of music, food and fun for the whole family.

Catch our X1 service to get you there.

Caribbean Rocks - Summer Festival, 6th July, Luna Springs Digbeth

Feel the island vibes with carnival tunes and tropical cocktails.

We have lots of buses that travel to Birmingham city centre

Shirley Social, 6th July, Shirley Park

A relaxing Sunday of community fun, stalls, and live entertainment.

Catch any of the following services to get you there 4, 4A, 5, 6, 49, 76

Solihull Dining Club, 6th July, Brueton and Malvern Park

Street food, craft drinks, and family fun in the park.

Catch any of the following services to get you there, 4, 4A, 5, 6, 49, 72, 73, 76, X12

Birmingham Cocktail Weekend, from 10th July, across the city

Sip signature cocktails across Birmingham’s coolest bars.

There are lots of buses that travel to Birmingham city centre

Solihull Summer at Tudor Grange Park

Greatest Showman: 17th July

Sing along under the stars.

Ibiza Classics: 18th July 

Big beats and balmy summer nights.

Summer Fest: 19th–20th July 

A weekend of live music and family activities.

Catch any of the following services to get you there, 4, 4A, 5, 6, 49, 72, 73, 76, X12

Simmer Down Festival, 19th July, Handsworth Park

Simmer Down is a free family festival in Handsworth Park, celebrating Birmingham’s cultural diversity with reggae, food, dance, and fun for all ages.

Catch any of the following services to get you there, 11C, 16, 16A, 101

What’s Happenin' Digbeth, 19th July, multiple venues

A one-day takeover with DJs, art, food, and pure good vibes.

We have several buses that travel to Birmingham city centre

Sandwell & Birmingham Mela, 19th–20th July, Victoria Park, Smethwick

Celebrate South Asian culture with music, food, and dance.

Catch either our 87 or 89 services to get you there.

Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival, 18th–27th July, various venues

Free live music popping up across the city for ten soulful days.

We have lots of buses that travel to Birmingham city centre.

Outdoor Cinema, various dates in July, Bantock Park, Wolverhampton

Bring a blanket and catch movie favourites under the stars.

Catch the 3 or 4 service to get you there.

🏏Sports

England v India Test Match, Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, 2nd–6th July

Cricket’s biggest rivals go head-to-head in this thrilling summer Test match.

Catch our 501 Shuttle Bus for a hassle-free ride to the stadium on matchdays, find out more here.

🏖️Summer Fun

Solihull Beach Returns

A trip to the beach doesn’t need hours of travel this summer – Touchwood’s Costa del Solihull is back, bringing seaside vibes, soft sand, and sunshine fun right to the heart of Solihull– no passport required!

Catch any of the following buses to Solihull; 4, 4A, 5, 6, 49, 72, 73, 76, X2, X12

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 June has to offer.