Birmingham is set for a busy 2027, with major announcements this week revealing a Peter Rabbit sculpture trail in Worcester, early ticket access for the Invictus Games, a full-orchestra Blue Planet III concert, and more. According to the Brummie Mummies column by Zoe Chamberlain, some events are free, while others require booking tickets this week, with presale hints and tips provided.
Peter Rabbit trail marks 125 years in Worcester
A Peter Rabbit trail is coming to the riverside city of Worcester to celebrate 125 years of the Tale of Peter Rabbit. The trail will feature 35 large sculptures and 40 small ones, organised in aid of St Richard's Hospice. The event is part of a series of family-friendly attractions announced for the region.
Invictus Games Birmingham 2027: early ticket access for locals
The Invictus Games are heading to Birmingham, with the 2027 edition taking place at the NEC and Sandwell Aquatics Centre. Birmingham residents can get their hands on tickets first, but must register quickly to secure access. The event is described as inspirational for children, with reasonably priced tickets available.
From sport to music, another highlight is Blue Planet III Live in Concert. A full orchestra and a huge HD screen the size of a tennis court will be installed at the bp Pulse Arena, allowing audiences to experience the show in full audio and visual glory.
Stevie Wonder and Halloween events in Birmingham
Zoe Chamberlain also reported on seeing Stevie Wonder perform his epic Songs in the Key of Life album in full at Utilita Arena last night, calling it tremendous. Wonder is scheduled to play again in Manchester and London, and Chamberlain recommended catching the show if possible.
Halloween 2026 events in Birmingham include a £5 Spooky Solihull Trail, pumpkin patches, and a Room on the Broom maze. These are separate from the 2027 diary dates but were highlighted in the same column.
Free 2050 exhibition at Millennium Point
A free exhibition is being compiled at Millennium Point, with creatives calling on Brummies to share what they'd like Birmingham to become in 2050. Schoolchildren, poets, artists, businesses, and community organisations took part, and their answers were described as extraordinary. The exhibition is currently in preparation, with details on how to view it available via the Brummie Mummies channels.
Additionally, a new Desi Breakfast Drive-Thru has opened in Sparkbrook, receiving rave reviews, particularly for allowing customers to pull up in their pyjamas on a Sunday morning. The column encourages readers to sign up for the free Brummie Mummies newsletter for more family event ideas around Birmingham.
