Events in Birmingham in May 2027

Concerts, sports, theatre and shows in Birmingham during May

All Events in May 2027

42 events

Week of Sat, May 1

Week of Mon, May 3

Week of Mon, May 10

About Events in Birmingham in May

There are 42 confirmed events on sale in Birmingham for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Sun, May 30.

Tickets start from $17 — about 72% below the typical theatre ticket on sale right now.

The lineup is mostly concerts (38), plus 3 sports events and 1 theatre event.

Headliners include John Bishop, Alabama Ballet: Swan Lake and Birmingham City FC vs. Burnley FC.

Weekend dates start at $17; weeknights from $47.

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Events in Birmingham in May — FAQs

Dates, venues, prices and checkout details before you pick seats.
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01

What can I see in Birmingham in May?

42 confirmed events are on sale in Birmingham for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Sun, May 30 — headliners include John Bishop, Alabama Ballet: Swan Lake and Birmingham City FC vs. Burnley FC.

02

What do Birmingham tickets cost in May?

Tickets currently start from $17, with live pricing for every date on the secure checkout.

03

Which May event in Birmingham is the cheapest?

Drag Night at The Nick on Sat, May 29 currently has the lowest starting price at $17.

04

What types of events are on in Birmingham in May?

May's lineup in Birmingham is mostly concerts (38), plus 3 sports events and 1 theatre event.

05

What happens if a May event in Birmingham is cancelled?

If an event is cancelled, refunds are handled by the verified seller per its policy — usually returned to the original payment method automatically. Rescheduled events are typically honoured on the new date.

06

Are there comedy shows in Birmingham in May?

Comedy is a regular part of Birmingham's May calendar, from club nights to arena tours. Use the Comedy category filter above to surface every show with tickets on sale.

07

Why is May a good time to visit Birmingham?

Birmingham typically programmes a mix of touring concerts, league sports fixtures and stage productions in May. The listings on this page are pulled live, so the schedule reflects what is actually on sale.

08

How much do tickets cost in Birmingham in May?

Ticket prices for Birmingham events in May currently start from $17, varying by event type and seat tier. Concerts and major sports tend to sit higher; theatre and family events typically run lower.

09

Can I buy May tickets in Birmingham as a gift?

Yes. Tickets arrive as e-tickets by email, so you can forward them to whoever you are gifting them to, and they scan them at the door from their own phone.

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What types of events can I see in Birmingham in May?

Birmingham's May schedule spans concerts, sports, theatre, comedy and family shows. Use the category filters above to narrow the list, or browse everything with dates and live prices.

Buy Birmingham Tickets for May

Booking is straightforward: click any event above to see live seat availability and pricing, then complete checkout securely — tickets are issued instantly by email (show the QR code on your phone at the entrance) and prices update in real time, so the figure you see is what you pay. Looking ahead? Browse next month or jump back to last month for more events in Birmingham.