It’s the last weekend of February! Families in Birmingham have plenty of options, from catching the final performance of The Lightning Thief to exploring science experiments at Thinktank. Don't miss the chance to catch Tom Gates live on Sunday or join the regular fun at Cannon Hill Park.
See our top picks
Cannon Hill Junior Parkrun
Cannon Hill Park
A free, timed 2k run for 4-14 year olds to burn off energy Saturday morning.
Kitchen Science
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Hands-on electrical experiments indoors at the Science Museum, running all weekend.
Marvellous Makers
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
A relaxed, creative craft session happening on Sunday afternoon for all ages.
· February 28
4: This is your absolute last chance to catch the musical based on the worldwide phenomenon, Percy Jackson. If your kids love mythology and adventure stories, book tickets now!This is the final day of performances for this major theatrical show, making it a perfect Saturday outing.
: The final performance of this moving play about Ahmet, a new classmate who has fled war. It’s a story about kindness and friendship, perfect for inspiring thoughtful conversations afterwards.The run concludes this Saturday, offering one last opportunity to see this poignant show.
: Head to Thinktank for hands-on STEM fun using everyday ingredients to create extraordinary discoveries. Expect buzzing experiments and energy galore!It runs every Saturday and Sunday, making it a reliable indoor option for both days of the weekend.
: A fun party train experience where you can sing and dance along to music. It departs from Kidderminster station on Saturday night.It's a themed, high-energy evening activity running specifically on Saturday night.
· March 1
3: Bring the popular Tom Gates books to life with this EPIC stage show featuring music and illustrations. A perfect Sunday afternoon treat.This is a confirmed one-off performance happening only on Sunday.
ELECTRIFYING SCIENCE LIVE : A fun, live family adventure exploring electricity through buzzing experiments and even a human circuit! This runs all weekend long.It's a dedicated, high-energy science show running across both Saturday and Sunday.
'HOP INTO THE WILD' FAMILY TRAIL, INSPIRED BY DISNEY AND PIXAR'S "HOPPERS" : A self-guided outdoor adventure with storytelling and play inspired by the new film. This running trail is available all weekend.Confirmed running on Sunday, March 1st, offering themed outdoor fun.
Also On· anytime this weekend
8FREE : Get the kids moving with this free, friendly 2k timed run held every Saturday morning in Cannon Hill Park. A great way to start the weekend actively.It's a fantastic, completely free, structured outdoor activity for active kids on Saturday morning.
: If you are home-educating, this is a chance to play digital games facilitated by design tutors at the Herbert Gallery. A great indoor activity for Saturday.It's an indoor, structured, digital arts activity running specifically this Saturday.
FREE : This artisan market runs on the last Saturday of the month, so catch it this weekend in Moseley for unique crafts and local goods.This is a confirmed recurring market happening precisely on Saturday, February 28th.
: Every Sunday at BMAG, step into a creative space for different hands-on activities. Great for a relaxed afternoon indoors.A recurring Sunday activity confirmed to be running on March 1st, ideal for an indoor artistic session.
FREE : Check out this artisan market on Sunday at The Fort Shopping Park. A good spot to browse stalls and grab lunch.Confirmed to be running on Sunday, March 1st.
: Turn your city sightseeing into an interactive escape room adventure! You can start this self-guided tour whenever you wish on Saturday.It's an excellent option for families who prefer exploring the outdoors at their own pace, available Saturday.
: Take a scenic walk at Croome celebrating the anniversary of a historic guidebook. Since this is a recurring trail, it's a great option for Saturday.This outdoor trail is explicitly confirmed to be running on Saturday, Feb 28th.
: If you are looking for religious education or cultural classes, this session is running on Saturday evening in West Bromwich.It is one of the very few events explicitly confirmed for Saturday, February 28th, with a specific time listed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Birmingham this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) the main free options are the Cannon Hill Junior Parkrun on Saturday morning, and potentially browsing the Moseley Arts Market on Saturday.
Are there any theatre shows on this weekend?
Yes, the final performance of 'The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical' is on Saturday (Feb 28) at the Birmingham Hippodrome, and the Tom Gates stage show is on Sunday (Mar 1) at the Town Hall.
What can we do outdoors on Sunday?
You could tackle the 'Hop into the wild' family trail at Stowe Gardens, or join the continuing Pages from Nature walk at Croome.
