Celebrating 125 years of achievement
1900-2025: 125 years of University of Birmingham
Welcome to 125 years of the University of Birmingham.
This milestone anniversary marks a legacy of driving change and shaping society ever since Queen Victoria granted our Royal Charter in 1900. Through our ambitious and progressive approach to education and research, we are proud to have fostered a global community of leaders and problem-solvers.
Our unbound approach to research has enabled us to consistently push boundaries to address global challenges, build a thriving planet, advance life-changing technologies, connect cultures, improve global health and foster a fairer world.
As we look ahead, we remain committed to redefining what is possible and to changing how the world works.
125 Anniversary stories
Throughout our anniversary year, we will feature stories that celebrate the people, events and achievements from the last 125 years, and highlight those that are fuelling our success today.
125 Anniversary Concert
Join us on Saturday, 21 June 2025, for an unforgettable celebratory concert set against the iconic open-air backdrop of the Green Heart and Old Joe. Experience the thrill of live music with a special Brummie twist; from the music of ELO to Elgar, pop to rock, classical to folk, and everything in between, we celebrate the music of Birmingham and its people.
Featuring the University Philharmonic Orchestra, Jazz Orchestra, and a host of guest singers, bands and entertainment. We invite you to bring a camping chair and blanket, and get ready to dance, sing the night away to help us celebrate the University’s 125th anniversary in style.
Gates open: 17:30
Event start time: 18:45
Food stalls and a bar will be open throughout the event.
Free entry / Booking essential (Booking opens in the New Year)