Latest West Midlands news

The city centre switch-on will take place in Queen Square on Saturday, 19 November.

West Midland Safari Park is getting ready to host its spectacular Lantern Festival event and this year, there is a brand-new route and theme.

Alton Towers Resort is preparing to deck the halls and trim the trees as it transforms into the ultimate Christmassy escape, with spectacular lights, festive entertainment, and seasonal treats.

‘DearTomorrow: Dear Wolverhampton’ is a community-led exhibition exploring letters to the future, reflection, hope, and imagining the beauty of what could be, in the face of climate change.

Wolverhampton Art Gallery once again welcomes the Wolverhampton Society of Artists’ latest exhibition, which runs from Saturday 29 October to Sunday 18 December.

As the Theme Park season draws to a close, Alton Towers Resort will host the UK’s biggest and most sensational display, using a combination of dramatic fireworks, ground-breaking special effects and a surprise element that has never been seen at the Resort before. 

Animals at West Midland Safari Park have been enjoying some treat-filled pumpkins, to celebrate the spookiest of seasons.

Guests visiting the Centre on Thursday 27th October, from 9am – 10pm will have the opportunity to browse their favourite brands and take advantage of the additional 20% off outlet prices on a wide range of must-have items.

Alton Towers Resort will celebrate 15 years of its award-winning Scarefest and this year, the UK’s favourite spooktacular event has a brand-new scare attraction, The Invitation.

This month, Touchwood Solihull is launching a week-long Halloween event which will run from 22^nd to 30^th October.