October has arrived, bringing with it the unmistakable charm of the cosy season. As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, The Jewellery Quarter comes alive with autumnal energy. From comforting foodie favourites and warm pub corners to live music, and spooky seasonal fun, there’s plenty to enjoy as the nights draw in.
Horror Pottery Painting
Get into the Halloween spirit by painting your very own horror-themed pottery pieces. Whether you’re into ghosts, zombies, or witches, The Glaze Room has got something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fang-tastic opportunity to create some creepy masterpieces. Grab your friends and make it a chilling night out! Pots will be fired and ready to collect before Halloween.
Tickets are £10 per person which includes refreshments. An *additional cost* is required depending which pots you choose on the day (starting from £18, most around the £25 mark).
Tickets are selling out fast! Book here to avoid disappointment.
Coffins and Cocktails: A Halloween Treat
Do you dare to venture into the Coffin Works on the 31st October for a special candlelit tour? On this All Hallows Eve, one of their fantastic tour guides will guide you round the atmospheric Coffin Works on a rare after-hours tour.
Your tour ticket includes a drink in their Casting Shop café. Before the tour, warm up with a spine-tingling Halloween cocktail or mocktail! Fancy trying the signature Corpse Reviver cocktail?
Birmingham Cocktail Weekend: Winter Edition
As the winter chill sets in, Birmingham Cocktail Weekend returns in full seasonal splendour. The Winter Edition (23–26 October 2025) offers four days of immersive cocktail adventures throughout the city.
Pick up your wristband at The Monkey Shoulder Hub in The Mailbox, then explore a curated trail of participating bars—each serving a £6 signature cocktail exclusively for festivalgoers.
Not drinking? No problem – there’s a tempting £5 mocktail at each venue, and some bars are offering £9 cocktail + snack pairings for a cosy seasonal twist. The fun doesn’t stop with drinks. Your wristband unlocks access to exclusive events, food promos, and the chance to vote for the festival’s best cocktail – a coveted prize in Birmingham’s bar scene.
Whether you’re in for one evening or the full weekend, this is your winter passport to sipping your way across Birmingham’s cocktail culture.
Laughter at the Yard
Head to The Button Factory on Thursday 9th October for an evening packed with hilarious local comedians, delicious food and drinks, all in support of Birmingham Mind and the incredible work they do for mental health across our city.
Ticket includes: Your choice of main + fries, a soft drink or alcoholic drink and a night full of laughs
£10 from every ticket goes directly to Birmingham Mind, helping them continue to provide vital mental health services here in Brum.
Birmingham Artisan Market
This much-loved market has moved to Golden Square for the rest of the year, but you can still expect the very best of Birmingham’s independent makers. From irresistible cakes and bakes to unique jewellery, prints, and so much more — discover incredible local talent as you browse and shop.
The market will take place on Saturday 17th October from 10am – 3pm
