Birmingham is a great place to spend May Bank Holiday, with world-beating bars, live music venues and club nights crammed with high-end, extended weekend action.

Get ideas for the May Bank Holiday in Birmingham below.

May Bank Holiday events in other places nearby

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Latest news from around Birmingham

Whether it's the latest tour hitting the city or a brand new club opening, our comprehensive news section has a plethora of up to date information on everything going down in your local haunt.

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