Events in Solihull From 20th April – 26th April 2026

You can find a varied programme of events across Solihull this week, from 19 to 26 April 2026, reflecting local traditions and new cultural efforts. In Shirley, performances are taking place at Berry Mound, once an Iron Age hill fort, and are part of a season-long civic memory project highlighting Solihull’s roots in the first century BC. Community venues across Balsall Heath host family-friendly gatherings including storytelling and craft workshops for children, linked to seasonal green space initiatives near Hobs Moat Castle ruins, which remain partially inaccessible due to historical degradation.

The town centre sees live music at local bars, with rotating pop and house acts from the West Midlands circuit. A classic film screening at St Alphege Church features a pre-show talk on medieval architecture. Youth dance troupes trained through regional arts partnerships perform in public plazas, with seating under solar canopies during daylight hours.

Outdoor food markets run daily near Touchwood Shopping Centre Car Park and along New Road, areas noted for traffic congestion but currently serving as key social hubs despite nearby crime hotspots. Street vendors sell seasonal fare from local producers; some are part of the Sprint Bus Rapid Transit Network’s Green Market pilot, supporting city efforts to reduce vehicle dependency.

These events span established venues and pop-up spaces, reflecting a push toward inclusive access while acknowledging ongoing logistics challenges like parking shortages. For those using public transport, Solihull Railway Station connects directly via Air-Rail Link to Birmingham International Rail Station for longer journeys. Check listings below for full details on times and locations.