Whats Up Birmingham, as the summer draws to a close (sad smiley face emoji) the fantastic autumn season gets ready to get underway. From scenic leafy walks, great theatre and cozy fireside chats this season has it all. To take the hassle out of your autumn planning and to give you more time to kick leaves around in the park we have selctet our top picks below   

Here is a guide to some of the best events happening in Birmingham in Autumn 2023:

• Autumn Fair (3-6 September): The UK's leading wholesale marketplace for home, gift and fashion, showcasing fantastic new products from the best brands in retail.
   
• Madagascar the Musical (from 22 September): The smash hit movie comes to life on stage in this colourful and energetic musical.
   
• Iain Stirling (29 September): The BAFTA-winning comedian brings his razor-sharp wit to Birmingham for a night of laughs.
   
• Jurassic Live (14-19 October): This unique, immersive dinosaur experience is both thrilling and educational.
   
• Twelve Angry Men (from 21 October): A classic courtroom drama comes to Birmingham in this powerful and thought-provoking production.
   
• 2:22 A Ghost Story (from 25 October): A new play from the Olivier Award-winning writer Danny Boyle, this is a ghost story for the 21st century.
   
• The Floodgate from baseball, curling, crazy golf to car racing, come down to the best venue in digbeth for some well deserved fun. chow down on a loaded hotdog and sip the coldest pint in town (before we whip out the mulled cider in winter). Book HERE

In addition to these major events, there are also a number of smaller, more intimate events happening in Birmingham throughout Autumn 2023. Here are a few suggestions:

• The Birmingham Comedy Festival (10-22 October): This annual festival features a host of top comedians from all over the world.
   
• The Birmingham Book Festival (20-29 October): This celebration of all things literary features author talks, readings, workshops and more.
   
• The Birmingham Food Festival (11-12 November): This two-day festival showcases the best food and drink from the city and beyond.
   
• The Birmingham Christmas Market (25 November - 22 December): This festive market is a must-visit for anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit.
   

I hope this guide helps you plan your autumn trip to Birmingham! If you follow our guide you will surely have the best night out in Birmingham.