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  • Engage for Funding: Summer Surgery & Birmingham Community Lottery

    Engage for Funding: Summer Surgery & Birmingham Community Lottery

    Make sure you tune in to Engage for Funding Forum on Monday 6th July 1-2pm where we will have a Summer Surgery for your questions and we will learn about Birmingham Community Lottery as a fundraising tool. Read more

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Welcome to the events page! Here you will find free and paid-for events that are hosted by various organisations.
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BVSC is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided by third parties and accepts no liability relating to any information contained on the site. It is recommended that you contact the organisation directly.

70k for 70k Walking Challenge 2026

70k for 70k Walking Challenge 2026

Age UK Birmingham are raising funds to provide vital support for people living with dementia and the unpaid carers who support them everyday. Join our challenge to inspire 1,000 people to raise £70 each. Walk 10,000 steps everyday for 7 days to raise £70 and support people living with dementia and their carers. Read more

Start: 15th June, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 31st July, 2026 at 12:00am

Published: 12th June, 2026

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Location: Stratford House, Stratford Place, , Highgate, Birmingham, B12 0HT

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Dancing Roots

Dancing Roots

African - Caribbean Diaspora Dance Class and Social meet for people 55+. Every Saturday from 20th June – 8th August 2026. Read more

Start: 20th June, 2026 at 12:45pm

End: 8th August, 2026 at 1:45pm

Published: 3rd June, 2026

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Location: Ladywood Leisure Centre , Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham , B16 8TR

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Social Housing Roundtable

Social Housing Roundtable

Join the Social Housing Roundtable which takes place online every Tuesday 11am-12pm exploring different themes and topics. It includes various participants including housing advocates, industry professionals and more to foster networking and exchange ideas among professionals. Read more

Start: 23rd June, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 23rd June, 2026 at 12:00pm

Published: 23rd June, 2026

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Location: Online Event

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Seated exercise in Erdington with Purposeful Active Living

Seated exercise in Erdington with Purposeful Active Living

If you've felt unsteady, lost confidence, or worried about falling - you're not alone. Join a seated exercise class in Erdington, run by Purposeful Active Living (PAL). Read more

Start: 25th June, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 25th June, 2026 at 12:00pm

Published: 22nd June, 2026

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Location: Witton Lakes Eco Hub, Erdington, Birmingham, B23 7XX

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MECC Trust Digital Café

MECC Trust Digital Café

Need help getting online? These sessions are suitable for older adults, beginners, and anyone who would like support with digital technology. No booking is required – simply drop in for help and advice. Read more

Start: 25th June, 2026 at 12:00pm

End: 25th June, 2026 at 1:00pm

Published: 22nd June, 2026

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Location: MECC Trust, 93 Court Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham, B12 9LQ

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Fitness Fusion

Fitness Fusion

A free, women-only weekly wellbeing session designed to boost confidence, improve fitness, and bring women together in a supportive, no-judgement environment. Read more

Start: 25th June, 2026 at 6:15pm

End: 30th July, 2026 at 6:15pm

Published: 8th June, 2026

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Location: 56 Villa Road, Birmingham, B19 1BL

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Long Covid Support - In-Person Peer Support Group

Long Covid Support - In-Person Peer Support Group

Due to the decommissioning of NHS Long Covid services across Birmingham, the charity is setting up a monthly in-person peer support group (IPPS) to help and support those who are living with Long Covid, age 16+ and carers of a loved one living with Long Covid. Join the free support group on the last Friday of each month. Read more

Start: 26th June, 2026 at 10:45am

End: 18th December, 2026 at 12:15pm

Published: 24th April, 2026

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Location: 750 Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6NA

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Somalinimo Week 2026

Somalinimo Week 2026

Somalinimo Week 2026 will take place from 26 June to 4 July 2026 in Birmingham, celebrating Somali identity, creativity, and community. The event will feature a variety of activities, including cultural performances, business events, and discussions on Somali heritage. It aims to highlight the community's journey and showcase the richness of Somali culture. Read more

Start: 27th June, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 4th July, 2026 at 12:00am

Published: 23rd June, 2026

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Location: Various locations

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Free Online Masterclass: Navigate Workplace Conflict

Free Online Masterclass: Navigate Workplace Conflict

Join our free 30-min online masterclass for managers and learn to harness workplace conflict for stronger team alignment. First Friday each month. Brought to you by A Brilliant Thing CIC. Read more

Start: 3rd July, 2026 at 10:00am

End: 3rd July, 2026 at 10:30am

Published: 16th June, 2026

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Location: Online

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Birmingham Friendly Games

Birmingham Friendly Games

The Birmingham Friendly Games is a fun, inclusive community sports day bringing adults (18+) together for social connection, movement, and building community beyond the digital world, continuing the spirit and legacy of Birmingham's 2022 Commonwealth Games. Read more

Start: 4th July, 2026 at 10:45am

End: 4th July, 2026 at 3:30pm

Published: 22nd March, 2026

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Location: Location TBD

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Birmingham Disability Festival & Inclusive Walk 2026

Birmingham Disability Festival & Inclusive Walk 2026

Join us for a fun-filled event celebrating inclusivity and diversity! This festival is all about showcasing the talents and abilities of individuals with disabilities. Expect exciting performances, engaging workshops, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Come connect with others, learn something new, and most importantly, have a great time! Let's celebrate ability together at Birmingham Disability Festival & Inclusive Walk 2026. Read more

Start: 4th July, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 4th July, 2026 at 6:00pm

Published: 12th May, 2026

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Location: BMet - Matthew Boulton College, 1 Jennens Road, Birmingham, B4 7PS

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Women’s & Girls Sports Festival

Women’s & Girls Sports Festival

Sport 4 Life UK is inviting women and girls from across Birmingham to take part in a free Women’s & Girls Sports Festival this July, designed to break down barriers to participation and create more opportunities for women and girls to get active. Read more

Start: 4th July, 2026 at 12:00pm

End: 4th July, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 24th June, 2026

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Location: Avery Fields, 79 Sandon Rd, Birmingham, B17 8DT

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Engage for Funding: Summer Surgery & Birmingham Community Lottery

Engage for Funding: Summer Surgery & Birmingham Community Lottery

Make sure you tune in to Engage for Funding Forum on Monday 6th July 1-2pm where we will have a Summer Surgery for your questions and we will learn about Birmingham Community Lottery as a fundraising tool. Read more

Start: 6th July, 2026 at 1:00pm

End: 6th July, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 1st July, 2026

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Location: Online

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Birmingham Ovarian Cancer Community Day

Birmingham Ovarian Cancer Community Day

Ovacome, the ovarian cancer support charity, invites you for an opportunity to connect with the community and hear from people with lived experience of ovarian cancer. Read more

Start: 7th July, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 7th July, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 27th April, 2026

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Location: Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Road, Birmingham, B12 9QH

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Bridging Community Knowledge and Research Evidence: Co-creating Rigour with Lived Experience

Bridging Community Knowledge and Research Evidence: Co-creating Rigour with Lived Experience

We’re excited to welcome Sedulous Collective CIC for an interactive webinar exploring how lived experience and community knowledge can strengthen research, challenge traditional ideas of evidence, and lead to more meaningful and equitable outcomes. Read more

Start: 8th July, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 8th July, 2026 at 1:00pm

Published: 2nd July, 2026

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Location: Online

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Exploring and Coping with Disordered Eating: LGBTQ+ Group

Exploring and Coping with Disordered Eating: LGBTQ+ Group

Birmingham LGBT is hosting a six-week support & psychoeducation group, facilitated by Jessica Sharman MUKCP - Integrative Psychotherapist and Peer Support Worker in Eating Disorders. Read more

Start: 13th July, 2026 at 5:45pm

End: 13th July, 2026 at 7:00pm

Published: 4th June, 2026

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Location: Birmingham LGBT Centre, 151 Hurst Street, Birmingham, B5 6EW

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LGBTQ+ Carer Information and Wellbeing Session

LGBTQ+ Carer Information and Wellbeing Session

Join us for support, resources and talks for LGBTQ+ unpaid carers. Learn about mental health, wellbeing and Birmingham Carers Hub. You are welcome to bring the person that you care for. Read more

Start: 14th July, 2026 at 12:00pm

End: 14th July, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 2nd July, 2026

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Location: Birmingham LGBT Centre, B5 6EW

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Food poverty and the economy in Birmingham - Wednesday 15th July

Food poverty and the economy in Birmingham - Wednesday 15th July

People's Economy is hosting a workshop in collaboration with the Food Justice Network in Birmingham and would love for you to join us to explore how power and the economy shape our communities and discover people-led alternatives for a fairer future. The event will be an interactive workshop format and will focus on the economics of food poverty and injustice. Read more

Start: 15th July, 2026 at 10:30am

End: 15th July, 2026 at 1:00pm

Published: 30th June, 2026

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Location: Dolphin Women’s Centre and Lakeside Café, Ward End Park Rd, Washwood Heath Rd,, Birmingham, B8 2HB

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Visit: Turning Ambition into Reality with Grace Mary to Lion Farm Big Local in Sandwell

Visit: Turning Ambition into Reality with Grace Mary to Lion Farm Big Local in Sandwell

Grace Mary to Lion Farm Big Local in Sandwell is one of the West Midlands' strongest examples of what long-term community investment can build. The GM2LF legacy body is now a charity in its own right, with a hub that serves five neighbourhoods through youth work, social enterprise, and community support, and this visit is a chance to see that work up close. Read more

Start: 16th July, 2026 at 3:00pm

End: 16th July, 2026 at 5:30pm

Published: 23rd June, 2026

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Location: Sandwell

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4 Weeks FREE Summer Holiday Activity Scheme 2026

4 Weeks FREE Summer Holiday Activity Scheme 2026

Join our HAF Summer Holiday Scheme in Lozells and Small Heath in Birmingham for children aged 5-16. Make this summer one to remember with exciting activities, new friendships and plenty of fun along the way. Register by 5th July to secure your place!  Read more

Start: 21st July, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 17th August, 2026 at 12:00am

Published: 2nd July, 2026

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Location: Various times and locations

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Webinar - Building an Evaluation Framework: A Practical Guide

Webinar - Building an Evaluation Framework: A Practical Guide

Evaluation isn't just a funder requirement, it's a measure of what's working, evidence of impact, and a case for growth. This 90-minute webinar is a practical introduction for people working in voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations who want to get evaluation right. Read more

Start: 22nd July, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 22nd July, 2026 at 12:30pm

Published: 2nd July, 2026

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Location: Online

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Birmingham CIC Networking Event

Birmingham CIC Networking Event

We are delighted to invite you to attend the Birmingham CIC Networking Event, bringing together Community Interest Companies from across the city to connect, collaborate, and share ideas. Read more

Start: 8th August, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 8th August, 2026 at 2:00pm

Published: 2nd July, 2026

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Location: New Life Baptist Church, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6JZ

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Green Village at European Athletics Championships

Green Village at European Athletics Championships

The European Athletics Championships Birmingham 2026 is more than a world-class athletics event- it is an opportunity to demonstrate how major sporting championships can create meaningful environmental and social impact. We are aiming to offer a dedicated “Green Village”—a high-footfall space within the event designed to engage and inspire spectators around environmental sustainability. We are looking for organisations who can showcase what they are doing while engaging visitors to the event. Read more

Start: 10th August, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 16th August, 2026 at 12:00am

Published: 3rd July, 2026

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Location: Alexander Stadium, Perry Barr, Birmingham , B42 2LR

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FREE Caribbean-Inspired Cooking Class – Birmingham

FREE Caribbean-Inspired Cooking Class – Birmingham

Join us for a free Caribbean-inspired cooking class where you'll learn practical, budget-friendly recipes and cooking techniques that can be recreated at home. Suitable for beginners, these hands-on sessions will explore Jamaican-inspired dishes, flavour-building techniques and affordable meal ideas designed to help make food budgets go further. Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Read more

Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 10:30am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 4:30pm

Published: 22nd June, 2026

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Location: Dorothy Parkes Centre, Church Rd, Smethwick, Birmingham, B67 6EH

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