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What's on in Balsall Heath

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Markets & Fairs

Kenilworth Market

Right then — Kenilworth Market at Queso Fine Artisan Cheese. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Thu 23 JulQueso Fine Artisan Cheese(0.3mi)

via Queso Fine Artisan CheeseLocal gem

Community

Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts

Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts — brought to you by Surprise You're Dead Music and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Thu 23 JulSurprise You're Dead Music(1mi)

via Surprise You're Dead MusicLocal gem

Community

Seated Exercise

Every other Thursday 9th & 23 July 2026 11 am - 12 pm Boost your health and energy while meeting new people at our free seated exercise class. There’s no need to book, just come along. Last month’s class was very popular so do come on time!

Thu 23 JulThe Hub on the Green(2.9mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Job Club

Sandwell Council’s Employment and Skills team Think Sandwell support residents of all ages from 16+ to find employment, including apprenticeships, and short training courses to help you get into work. Local Job Vacancies… Read More »Job Club

Thu 23 JulBrasshouse Community Centre(4.8mi)

via Brasshouse Community Centre

Children & Family

St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Being a Badger Badgers are the youngest St John people, aged under 11. Anyone can join a Badger Sett, which operate across England. Badgers usually meet once a week for… Read More »St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Thu 23 JulBrasshouse Community Centre(4.8mi)

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Thursday Stay and Play - Little Pineapples

Children & Family

Around £1.50

Thursday Stay and Play - Little Pineapples

Weekly stay and play. Toys, games, craft, baby sensory, songs and stories. £1.50 and 50p for each additional child. Free refreshments for you and your little one. Indoor and outdoor area as well as children's library where you can borrow books. Come and have a cuppa and chat to other parents in our friendly environment.

Thu 23 Jul09:30Church of the Ascension(1.9mi)

via Church of the AscensionLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Around £4

50 Plus Group / Thursday Club

Thursday mornings begin at 9.30am for an hour with floor yoga delivered by an experienced and professionally qualified yoga teacher. Yoga with Chris currently costs £4 per session and there is no need to book. Yoga with Chris follows this with Chair yoga at 11am for half an hour aimed at local people with reduced mobility who would benefit from gentle stretching. The cost for this is £2 and is followed by tea and biscuits for those who want to stay and chat. For further info Chris can be contacted on . Afternoon activities begin at 1pm for two hours with Tea and Chat. We welcome everyone over the age of 50 (or thereabouts) to an afternoon of good conversation, tea and biscuits of course! Soup and bread in the winter months. This work is delivered in partnership with Thrive Together Birmingham and their Body Mind Spirit Partnership to offer opportunities for people to come together and make friends, to feel less lonely and isolated and to learn new skills if they want to. Or just join in the chat. We don't charge a fee but a donation of £2 is appreciated. We also host social workers once a month for drop in advice and support. A short act of informal Christian worship happens at 1pm on the 4th Thursday of the month.

Thu 23 Jul09:30St Thomas Church and Community Project(4.2mi)

via St Thomas Church and Community ProjectLocal gem

Markets & Fairs

Kenilworth Market

Kenilworth Market offers a relaxed and enjoyable shopping experience every Thursday throughout the year. From fresh produce like fruit and vegetables from Veg out and Get Fruity, beautiful fresh fish from Tim at Fishy Business, pies, bread and cakes, olives from The Olive Stall wholefoods and obviously Queso Fine Cheese. There are also stalls selling plants, clothing, watch repairs and accessories. Open 9.00am - 3.00pm

Thu 23 Jul10:00Queso Fine Artisan Cheese(0.3mi)

via Queso Fine Artisan CheeseLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Kids Jewellery Workshop

Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity.Design and create either a bracelet or pendant, learn and use real jewellers’ techniques like texturing metal, hammering, stamping and enamelling to make something unique and personal to take home with you.Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.Recommended for ages 8 and up. For safety reasons we cannot accommodate under-5s.Children must be accompanied by one adult. Due to limitations on space, strictly only one adult per booking.Workshop lasts 2 hours.Please be advised the workshop can be noisy. Ear defenders can be provided or bring your own.Child tickets only. Adults not accompanied by a child are not permitted on this workshop. Visitor Reviews:"It was great, 100 stars.""I've done jewellery making at the MAC with Vanessa and really appreciated the opportunity to share jewellery making with my son today.""I liked the fact that we had something to take away and keep."

Thu 23 Jul10:00Sarehole Mill(1.8mi)

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Children & Family

Holiday Club

Join our Holiday Super Club for a week of games, songs, craft activities, Bible Stories and plenty of fun! For kids ages 4-11. Sign up each child below. If you are signing up multiple children please note you can press 'add additional ticket' at the bottom of the sign up form. You only need to sign up once for the whole week!

Thu 23 Jul10:00Grace Church Stirchley(3mi)

via Grace Church Stirchley

History & Heritage

My First Museum Tour - Summer

Join us at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery where we are giving families the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed, child friendly tour of the museum.We'll discuss what makes a museum, discover some of the history of the museum, examine the exhibits and most importantly, show you how to make the most of your visit!Our Museum & Art Gallery has many opportunities for families to enjoy themselves, including reading corners to spaces for drawing.To start the tour, we will meet at the top of the stairs by the main entrance. From there, we will explore most of the museum. The museum is accessible via a lift on Edmund Street or steps on Chamberlain Square.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(1.8mi)

via Birmingham Museum and Art GalleryLocal gem

History & Heritage

My First Museum Tour - Summer

Thu 23 Jul10:30Sarehole Mill(1.8mi)

via Sarehole MillLocal gem

Community

2026-07-23 09:30 - Pantry

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Main siteLocation: Christ Church BirminghamPostcode: South Aston URC

Thu 23 Jul10:30Christ Church Birmingham(3mi)

via Christ Church Birmingham

Community

Pantry

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Main siteLocation: Christ Church BirminghamPostcode: South Aston URC

Thu 23 Jul10:30Christ Church Birmingham(3mi)

via Christ Church Birmingham

Workshops & Classes

Summer Pottery Camp (CSC57)

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Thu 23 Jul11:00KILN by MAC(0.9mi)

via KILN by MAC

History & Heritage

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Step beyond the gallery walls and into the hidden heart of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Our 'Hidden Spaces Tours' offer a rare opportunity to explore areas of the building that are usually closed to the public — including storerooms, tucked-away corridors, and architectural gems often overlooked.Join our expert guides as you:Wander through off-limits spacesSoak in the incredible Victorian architecture from a new perspectiveHear about recent and upcoming renovation projectsEncounter a few collection superstars along the wayEnjoy quirky tales from Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery's colourful past, from mysterious goings-on to hidden passagewaysThe building itself is one of our most fascinating artefacts, come and experience it in a whole new light.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(1.8mi)

via Birmingham Museum and Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Thu 23 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(1.8mi)

via Sarehole MillLocal gem

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Venues with events near Balsall Heath

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Sarehole Mill1.8 miles away Queso Fine Artisan Cheese0.3 miles away Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery1.8 miles away

More about Balsall Heath

West Midlands, England

Balsall Heath is in West Midlands, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Moseley Community Hub and The Old Print Works, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Balsall Heath events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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Kenilworth Market

Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts

Seated Exercise

Job Club

St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Thursday Stay and Play - Little Pineapples

50 Plus Group / Thursday Club

Kenilworth Market

Kids Jewellery Workshop

Holiday Club

My First Museum Tour - Summer

My First Museum Tour - Summer

2026-07-23 09:30 - Pantry

Pantry

Summer Pottery Camp (CSC57)

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Venues with events near Balsall Heath

More about Balsall Heath

Enjoyed the look of Balsall Heath?

What's on near Balsall Heath, in your inbox

Kenilworth Market

Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts

Seated Exercise

Job Club

St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Thursday Stay and Play - Little Pineapples

50 Plus Group / Thursday Club

Kenilworth Market

Kids Jewellery Workshop

Holiday Club

My First Museum Tour - Summer

My First Museum Tour - Summer

2026-07-23 09:30 - Pantry

Pantry

Summer Pottery Camp (CSC57)

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours