Every place in Birmingham

The Circle Lounge at Birmingham Hippodrome

Birmingham

A pre-show restaurant at the Hippodrome where you can feed the kids before the panto without missing the curtain.

Allergy awareBooking requiredIndoor seatingToilets+2 more

The Dance Workshop

Birmingham

Weekly classes in tap, ballet, contemporary and salsa, with dedicated sessions for younger children and juniors.

The Exchange

Birmingham

A free city centre exhibition space with step-free access, a proper café and long opening hours to build a day around.

Accessible toiletCaféChanging PlacesDog friendly+3 more

The Executive Lounge

Birmingham

Bowling, racing simulators, pool and PS5 gaming under one roof, with karaoke for the ones who fancy showing off.

Food on siteParkingParty rooms

The Falconry Centre

Stourbridge · ages 0-16

Walk round outdoor aviaries to see eagles, hawks and owls up close, then watch a proper flying display.

CaféPicnics allowedToiletsWheelchair accessible

The Glee Club Birmingham

Birmingham · ages 14+

Stand-up comedy nights in Birmingham, but this one's strictly for older teens, not a kids' venue.

Accessible toiletBirthday partiesGroup bookingsIndoor seating+4 more

The Grange Playhouse

Walsall

A small community theatre with a 104-seat auditorium putting on a proper stage production nine nights running, six times a year.

The Halloween Farm (at Cattows Farm)

Heather

Heather - seasonal Halloween farm with pumpkin patch, harvest ride, Trick or Treat Street and circus

Booking requiredFree parkingToiletsBaby change+2 more

The Jam House

Birmingham · adults only (18+)

A live music venue and supper club in St Paul's Square where the evening runs on bands, cocktails and a dress code, strictly 18 and over.

Accessible toiletBlue badge parkingCard onlyGroup bookings+6 more

The Jungle Hut

Solihull · ages 0+

Hands-on time with reptiles and invertebrates on a private, pre-booked visit at a small rescue sanctuary.

Birthday partiesBooking requiredGift shopGroup bookings+1 more

The Kick Start Academy Group

Birmingham

Sports and activity camps mixing free play, structured games and messy play, with birthday parties from a simple package up to a full VIP bash.

The Lakes at Lavender Hall

Coventry · ages 12-16

Open-water swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking and wood-fired saunas by the lake, booked online and strictly for ages 12 and up.

Booking requiredCaféFood on site

The National Motorcycle Museum

Solihull

Over a thousand restored motorcycles under one roof, with a guided tour if you want the highlights pointed out.

Card onlyGift shopGroup bookingsMembership scheme+3 more

The New Art Gallery Walsall

Walsall · ages 0-99

Free art gallery with drop-in workshops, sensory sessions for babies, and a Costa on site for when everyone's had enough culture.

Bike parkingCaféGift shopPublic transport nearby+1 more

The Night Owl

Birmingham

A late-night Digbeth live music and club venue for adults, not a family day out.

The Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre, Birmingham

Birmingham

A pub and theatre near the Bullring doing British classics and sharing platters, with a lift for step-free access.

Baby changeDog friendlyFood on siteRestaurant+3 more

The Pinball Factory - Pinball Arcade

Birmingham · ages 10+

A room full of pinball machines from the 1980s through to modern tables, open just four days a week.

Birthday parties

The Rhodehouse

Sutton Coldfield

A live music venue with booth bookings and a late bar, built around gigs rather than daytime family activities.

Accessible toiletBlue badge parkingIndoor seatingToilets+1 more

The Robin

Bilston

A gig venue in Bilston where seating is first come first served and doors usually open at 7:30pm.

Free parkingIndoor seating

The Roebuck, Birmingham

Birmingham

A Birmingham pub that hosts talks and author events, best treated as a booking for a specific evening rather than a family drop-in.

Wi-Fi

The Rugeley Rose - Community Hall & Theatre

Rugeley

A local theatre and hall in Rugeley doing pantomime and family shows on one accessible level.

Blue badge parkingCaféFree parkingIndoor seating+4 more

The Soul Angels

Birmingham

A holistic therapy space in Birmingham where you can book reiki, crystal healing, breathwork or a chakra assessment from £20.

CaféGift shopFood on site

The Staffordshire Regiment Museum

Lichfield

A regimental history museum in Lichfield with free parking and picnic space, open daily with last entry at 3pm.

Accessible toiletBaby changeDog friendlyFree parking+2 more

The Stonehouse Gang

Birmingham · ages 0+

A community club running everything from baby play sessions to skate club, Minecraft nights and a teen youth club, most nights costing just £1.

Booking required