With just one month to go until the 2026 JQ Beer Weekend, we’re excited to see anticipation building for what has become one of Birmingham’s most popular pub events. From Thursday 16th – Saturday 18th April, visitors will once again be able to explore 26 pubs, bars and breweries across the Jewellery Quarter for a three-day celebration of great beer, food and entertainment.
Following the announcement that the much-loved mascot Gary the Gull will return for this year’s event, we’re also pleased to reveal a handful of exclusive offers and promotions that visitors can enjoy throughout the weekend. Select venues across the Jewellery Quarter will be offering special beer selections, discounted drinks and limited-time food and drink deals, giving visitors even more reason to explore the Quarter’s diverse pub and bar scene.
The format remains simple: visitors can pick up a JQ Beer Weekend sticker book from one of the 26 venues, collect a sticker when they buy a drink at participating venues, and once they’ve collected six stickers from six different venues, exchange them for an exclusive JQ Beer Weekend T-shirt.
T-shirt collection venues
The six T-shirt collection venues for 2026 also serve as event sponsors, showcasing the breadth and character of the Jewellery Quarter’s hospitality scene.
Indian Brewery Taproom – Home to fresh beer brewed on site, paired with Indian-inspired pizzas, games, live sport and a buzzing social atmosphere.
The Barrel Store – Set beneath the railway arches, Attic Brew Co.’s barrel store is celebrated for its barrel-aged beers, with Deathrow Pizza serving a fully customisable menu alongside.
The Wolf – Craft beer specialists offering an extensive range across cask, keg, cans and bottles, with a strong focus on independent and local breweries.
Temper and Brown – A characterful 19th-century listed pub serving a strong range of craft beers alongside Caribbean-inspired dishes in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
The Rectory – Overlooking the historic St. Paul’s Square, The Rectory combines a lively bar atmosphere with great drinks, food and interactive darts in its popular 180 Club.
The Rolling Mill – A lively sports bar and restaurant offering generous food and drink deals throughout the day, with multiple spaces that nod to the building’s industrial past.
Luke Crane, CEO of JQBID, said:
“The JQ Beer Weekend is all about celebrating the people, places and unique independent spirit that make the Jewellery Quarter such a great destination. Our event gives visitors a chance to explore venues they already love, discover some new favourites and enjoy an area that is cherished by so many. We’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone back this April for another brilliant weekend in The Jewellery Quarter.”
For more information on participating venues or to download the 2026 JQ Beer Weekend sticker book, visit: https://thejewelleryquarter.org/beer-weekend/
