Community Festival

Travel around the world with the University of Birmingham and get hands-on with our research discoveries locally, nationally and globally.

With more than 100 FREE events and activities all over campus for the whole family, you won’t want to miss this year’s spectacular event. NEW for 2017 there will be breath-taking performances, workouts and workshops on the main stage.

Don’t miss the chance to explore some of our unique cultural heritage attractions and museums

➤ Inspiring talks and tours in our brand new library

➤ Open rehearsals in the Elgar Concert Hall

➤ Get to grips with Van Gogh in the Barber Institute of Fine Arts

➤ Meet the dinosaurs in the Lapworth Museum of Geology

➤ Explore the beautiful botanical gardens at Winterbourne House and Garden

➤ Be amongst the first to visit our brand new sports and fitness centre

There's something for everyone this year

✓ FREE interactive talks, activities and live music
✓ FREE kid’s activities including soft play area
✓ FREE funfair rides and circus performers
✓ Find out about studying and working at the University
✓ Indulge in treats from the farmers market and street food stalls

Join us!
Sunday 11 June
11:00 – 16:00
Chancellor’s Court, The University of Birmingham (How to get here)
FREE entry - Download the programme!

What to expect from the Community Festival

Community Day 2012