Q: What is Birmingham's Gay Village?

Birmingham's Gay Village is an LGBTQ+ nightlife area centred on Hurst Street in the Southside neighbourhood. It has around a dozen gay bars, pubs and clubs including The Fox, The Nightingale Club, Missing Bar and Eden Bar. It is a 10-15 minute walk from Birmingham New Street station.

Question 1

What is Birmingham's Gay Village?

Accepted Answer

Birmingham's Gay Village is an LGBTQ+ nightlife area on Hurst Street with around a dozen gay bars, clubs, and venues — a 5-minute walk from New Street station.

Use Brum Outloud to find what's on this week, browse every venue in the village, or get the full Birmingham Pride 2026 guide.

Question 2

What LGBTQ+ events are on in Birmingham this week?

Accepted Answer

Birmingham has LGBTQ+ events most nights of the week. Regular nights include POUNDED at The Nightingale (Thursdays), Big Saturgay (Saturdays), Foxeoke karaoke at The Fox (Fridays), and drag shows at The Village Inn and Eden Bar. Check the Brum Outloud What's On page for daily updated listings.

Question 3

When is Birmingham Pride 2026?

Accepted Answer

Birmingham Pride 2026 takes place on 22-24 May 2026. It features a free street parade through the city centre and a ticketed festival site in and around the Gay Village.

Question 4

What are the best gay bars in Birmingham?

Accepted Answer

The best gay bars in Birmingham include The Fox (cosy community pub), Eden Bar (live cabaret, rated 4.7/5), Missing Bar (party bar open till 4am), Equator Bar (relaxed cocktails), The Village Inn (drag and cabaret), and The Nightingale Club (iconic superclub). All are in the Gay Village on Hurst Street.

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