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Events in West Bromwich This Weekend

Maet Live And The Never Neverland Express

· Nightlife & Music

Maet Live and The Never Neverland Express perform at The Robin in Wolverhampton.

Flower Days: mg Boulter & Samantha Whates m.g. Boulter

· Culture & Arts

MG Boulter and Samantha Whates present a floral exhibit at Thimblemill Library.

Heritage Walks And Talks With dr Mike Hodder

· Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre · Culture & Arts

Dr Mike Hodder leads guided heritage walks and talks at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre.

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Events in West Bromwich This Week

Flower Days: mg Boulter & Samantha Whates m.g. Boulter

· Culture & Arts

MG Boulter and Samantha Whates present a floral exhibit at Thimblemill Library.

Maet Live And The Never Neverland Express

· Nightlife & Music

Maet Live and The Never Neverland Express perform at The Robin in Wolverhampton.

Heritage Walks And Talks With dr Mike Hodder

· Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre · Culture & Arts

Dr Mike Hodder leads guided heritage walks and talks at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre.

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Upcoming Events by Category

Culture & Arts

An Afternoon With - Work in Progress

· Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre · Culture & Arts

A library-based event featuring a relaxed session with the creative project Work in Progress.

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Fitness & Outdoors

Coach Meet to Ambleside/langdale Valley Saturday 13th June 2026

· Coach & Horses · Fitness & Outdoors

A social coach meet is scheduled for Saturday 13th June 2026 in Ambleside/Langdale Valley.

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Nightlife & Music

World Cup 2026 - England vs Croatia

· Nightlife & Music

England's World Cup 2026 match against Croatia is shown at Hare and Hounds with drink and food included.

Rum & Reggae Festival 2026 | Lab11 Birmingham

· Nightlife & Music

Rum & Reggae Festival 2026 returns to LAB11 Birmingham with live tribute acts and tropical-themed performances.

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West Bromwich Places And Events Guides

Things to do in West Bromwich

Events in West Bromwich cover food and drink, family activities at Dartmouth Park or New Square, live music on Birmingham Road, cultural performances at The Public Arts Centre, fitness sessions near Sandwell Valley Country Park, and markets across West Bromwich Ringway. Seasonal gatherings take place in mixed-use areas like Carters Green and residential neighbourhoods such as Hall Green Road.

Family-friendly events include sensory walks in Sandwell Valley Country Park, interactive play zones at Dartmouth Park, and children’s storytelling sessions by Kingstanding Lane. Cultural highlights include the annual Sandwell Arts Festival and the West Bromwich Albion F.C. match days that bring fans together across generations.

You can find live music and theatre performances on Birmingham Road or in venues such as The Jam House, Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre, and events at The Public Arts Centre. For fitness, check out open-air sessions near Sandwell Park and walking trails around Bartley Green. Shopping & Markets occur in New Square and West Bromwich Ringway.

The site lists what's happening this week and this weekend across categories such as Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, and Fitness & Outdoors. Event details are available by venue type or neighbourhood, including Sandwell Valley Country Park and Dartmouth Park in Bartley Green.

Common West Bromwich Questions

What kinds of events happen in West Bromwich during the week?

Weekly activities include food and drink gatherings at New Square, family workshops in residential areas such as Hall Green Road, cultural exhibitions at The Public Arts Centre or Carters Green, fitness sessions near Sandwell Valley Country Park, and markets across West Bromwich Ringway. Music events occur on Birmingham Road, Bartley Green, and John Woodward Way.

Where do most events take place in West Bromwich?

Events are concentrated around New Square, a commercial hub with retail and dining spaces. Mixed-use locations like West Bromwich Ringway host markets and community gatherings. Cultural programmes use landmark buildings such as the Grade II listed West Bromwich Town Hall or The Public Arts Centre. Recreational activities happen in green spaces including Sandwell Valley Country Park, Dartmouth Park, and Bartley Green.

Are there family-friendly things to do in West Bromwich?

Yes. Parks like Sandwell Valley Country Park offer walking trails, lakeside seating, and animal encounters suitable for children. Dartmouth Park has a sensory garden with tactile features designed for young visitors, along with play areas near its lake and fitness equipment around the perimeter. The Oak House Museum offers interactive displays of 17th-century life through period furnishings in an original timber-framed structure.

What nightlife and music events happen in West Bromwich?

Nightlife is centred on Birmingham Road or New Square, where live performances occur at venues such as The Jam House or Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre. Events include jazz nights during weekends, themed raves hosted by local collectives, and regular musical acts across pubs and theatres.

How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in West Bromwich?

To discover current opportunities, use our weekly guide filtered by category , such as Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Food & Drink , or venue type. Events are listed for neighbourhoods including Hall Green Road and Carters Green through the updated calendar on Sandwell Valley Country Park to Dartmouth Park in Bartley Green.