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Things to do with kids in Birmingham & Black Country
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Kumon Free Assessment
15th August-31st October 2026
Venue: Various venues
Now is the perfect time for your family to discover the benefits of Kumon as the Kumon Study Centres in the Leicestershire area are offering Free Registration to new and returning students. Take this opportunity...
Surinderella
9th September-3rd October 2026
Venue: The Crescent Theatre
From the company that brought you Britain's Got Bhangra and Frankie Goes to Bollywood - Rifco Theatre Company presents Surinderella. Expect an evening of laughter, romance, and larger-than-life entertainment...
Swan Lake
23rd September-3rd October 2026
Venue: Birmingham Hippodrome
Birmingham Royal Ballet revives Sir Peter Wright and Galina Samsova’s glorious journey into Swan Lake – with the Royal Ballet Sinfonia performing Tchaikovsky’s superb music live alongside BRB’s...
Family Creative Workshop
3rd October 2026
Venue: The New Art Gallery Walsall
Families can create their own artwork inspired by the gallery’s exhibitions during this free workshop. Artists provide materials and ideas while encouraging children to experiment with colour, shape...
One Walk Birmingham
3rd October 2026
Venue: Cannon Hill Park
One Walk brings together families, friends and everyone affected by type 1 diabetes (T1D) to raise vital funds for research. Join them at Cannon Hill Park for a family-friendly 5K walk and help fund life-changing...
Small changes, smoother starts
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Build confidence with Kumon
Free registration for new and returning students at participating centres, 1 September – 15 October.
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