Why Birmingham?

Connected to everywhere, but so unlike anywhere else in the world, Birmingham is the beating heart of the West Midlands and the second biggest city in the UK. In Europe’s youngest city, curiosity is everything. Our people are powered by creativity, building on an incredibly rich local heritage while sharing bold new ideas which will shape our city for years to come. And they’re not just ideas – this is a place where things get done. You can see it in our industrial past, we see it in our future, filled with innovation. In Birmingham, everyone is welcome, so however long you stay, it will feel like home. Once you’ve experienced the city at its best, you may never want to leave. That is precisely why Birmingham has become the biggest centre for business events outside London.

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Top 10 reasons to pick Birmingham and the West Midlands
Whilst you're here

Unmissable attractions, restuarants and locations that delegates should not miss whilst in Birmingham.
Event Support

Whatever your requirements, whatever your sector, the Convention Bureau is ready to assist you to put on a successful and memorable event for you and your delegates.
Driving Global Innovation

Once known as the ‘workshop of the world’, Birmingham and the West Midlands has always been proud of its reputation as a place where things are created, and big ideas sparked. Today, the West Midlands’ diverse range of thriving sectors and entrepreneurial spirit continue to drive global innovation and change.
Incentives

Offer your delegates a conference experience like never before, from motivating familiarisation tips to enjoying their own spare time. Birmingham has so much to offer making it an ideal location for events and conferences.
Major Sporting Events

Our ambition is to be known globally as a world-class host of Major Sporting Events. Located in the beating heart of the UK, the West Midlands’ boasts a rich sporting history.

Attend an event

If you’re attending an event in the West Midlands, check below to see if it is listed here. Click on your event to book accommodation at dedicated rates, find out how to get here, take advantage of exclusive discounts and plan things to do whilst you’re in the city.