Colmore Life

Colmore Life Colmore is the cultural, commercial and civic heart of Birmingham – a vibrant district driving footfall, economic growth and quality of life.

Colmore Business District (CBD) is a business improvement district (BID) established to project manage improvements and services to the business quarter of Birmingham. Around 500 companies are located in the District employing up to 35,000 people and occupy approximately 5.6 million square feet of office space. CBD’s diverse business community provides quality services and expertise to regional, n

ational and international clients. The District also has a first class hospitality sector, comprising of excellent restaurants, bars, shops, coffee houses and hotels that provide for corporate customers and visitors to the area.

Boost your professional presence! 🚀Join us and the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce on 7 July for the next Future ...
19/06/2026

Boost your professional presence! 🚀

Join us and the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce on 7 July for the next Future Faces Professional Development event focused on personal brand. This event is designed to help you stand out, build confidence, and communicate your value effectively.

Whether you're looking to elevate your career or refine how you present yourself in the workplace, this session will equip you with practical insights and tools you can apply straight away.

👉 Book your place: https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/future-faces-professional-development-personal-brand/

18/06/2026

Making their Colmore Food Festivaldebut in 2026, La Bellezza is bringing a taste of Italy to Victoria Square 🇮🇹✨

Festival-goers can look forward to enjoying their much-loved Le Nostre Mafaldine al Tartufoand Tiramisu - two dishes that have helped make La Bellezza a favourite among Birmingham food lovers.

Our stage compère Phil Oldershaw recently met with Myriam, General Manager at La Bellezza, to chat about their first appearance at the festival and what visitors can expect this July.

Join us in Victoria Squareon Friday 3 & Saturday 4 July 2026, from 11am – 7pm each day, for two days of incredible food, drink, and live entertainment. The festival is completely free to attend.

To help you discover even more of what’s on offer, we’ll also have tiered price caps across the festival, making it easier to try dishes and drinks from multiple traders while keeping the event accessible for everyone.

There’s even more to explore in Chamberlain Square (right next to Victoria Square):
🛍️ Friday & Saturday – Colmore Artisan Market (in partnership with Paradise and Birmingham Artisan Market)
👨‍🍳 Saturday – Live Demo Kitchen

From indulgent truffle pasta to a classic tiramisu, we think La Bellezza’s festival debut is going to be a popular one 👀🍝

Find more information and plan your visit here: https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/colmore-food-festival-2026/

🎨✨ Pop Goes Brum! ✨🎨Enjoy our bold and bright celebration of one of Birmingham’s most overlooked creative figures, Peter...
18/06/2026

🎨✨ Pop Goes Brum! ✨🎨

Enjoy our bold and bright celebration of one of Birmingham’s most overlooked creative figures, Peter Phillips, free to view from until 30 June at Snow Hill Square.

Featuring Phillips' vibrant works and artwork from Birmingham City University students, this exhibition not only reflects Phillips’ pioneering artistic achievements but also celebrates his deep‑rooted connection to Birmingham.

Although he lived and worked across the globe, his distinct Brummie humour and fascination with industrial and automotive imagery remained central to his work until his passing in June 2025 at the age of 86.

🖌️ Curated by Ruth Millington.
📸 Slide 1 and 2 with thanks to I Choose Birmingham for the write up, slides 3-5 of our exhibition in situ captured by Trevor Price.

More info: https://colmorelife.co.uk/birmingham-pop-art-pioneer-peter-phillips-celebrated-in-free-exhibition/

We’re bringing community safety into the heart of the city. As part of , join us and Birmingham City Council on Tuesd...
18/06/2026

We’re bringing community safety into the heart of the city. As part of , join us and Birmingham City Council on Tuesday 30 June for our drop in safety pop-up.

Stop by, chat to our team, and pick up practical advice on staying safe and reporting anti-social behaviour.

📍 St Phillip's Cathedral Grounds & Old Square
🕙 10am–2pm

More info 👇
https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/colmore-community-safety-pop-up-asb-awareness-week

A big thank you to everyone who joined us last night for our network and drink event at BCU School of Art, Margaret Stre...
17/06/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us last night for our network and drink event at BCU School of Art, Margaret Street. 🙌

From networking over drinks to exploring the 2026 Degree Show, it was a brilliant evening in a stunning creative space.

Huge thanks to Andrew, Nathan, Jack and Birmingham City University for hosting (and for the incredible samosas, those exclusive limited edition tote bags 👏).

Our next networking event focused on personal brand will take place on 7 July in partnership with the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Future Faces team. Sign up here:
https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/future-faces-professional-development-personal-brand/

🍽️✨ The Colmore Food Festival Magazine is LIVE! ✨🍽️Get ready to plan your perfect 2026 festival experience as our offic...
17/06/2026

🍽️✨ The Colmore Food Festival Magazine is LIVE! ✨🍽️

Get ready to plan your perfect 2026 festival experience as our official Colmore Food Festival magazine is now available!

Packed with everything you need to know, including:
👨‍🍳 Delicious recipes from your favourite Colmore venues to try at home
📍 A full festival map
🍴 Trader listings
🎶 Entertainment schedules
❤️ And a celebration of the incredible people behind the Colmore's vibrant hospitality scene

Whether you're plotting your must-visit food spots or looking for inspiration for your home kitchen, this is your ultimate guide to the festival.

Pick up your copy for free from the Colmore stand at Victoria Square on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 July at .

📷 Magazine design and photography by Stacey Barnfield.

👉 Dive in today: https://issuu.com/colmore-life/docs/colmore_food_festival_magazine_2026_-_digital

16/06/2026

Back for their third year at Colmore Food Festival, F1 Arcade is returning to Victoria Square with a brand-new menu for 2026 🙌

This year, festival-goers can enjoy roasted cauliflower tacos, lamb kofta wraps, and loaded nachos - perfect for grabbing on the go while exploring everything the festival has to offer.

Our stage compère Phil Oldershaw recently met with Liam from F1 Arcade to chat about this year’s festival and what visitors can expect from the team.

Join us in Victoria Square on Friday 3 & Saturday 4 July 2026, from 11am – 7pm each day, for two days of incredible food, drink, and live entertainment. The festival is completely free to attend.

To help you discover even more of what’s on offer, we’ll also have tiered price caps across the festival, making it easier to try dishes and drinks from multiple traders while keeping the event accessible for everyone.

There’s even more to explore in Chamberlain Square (right next to Victoria Square):

🛍️ Friday & Saturday – Colmore Artisan Market (in partnership with Paradise and Birmingham Artisan Market)

👨‍🍳 Saturday – Live Demo Kitchen

More info: https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/colmore-food-festival-2026/

Final call for emerging artists! You have a couple of days left to enter our Birmingham Open 26 competition, running in ...
16/06/2026

Final call for emerging artists! You have a couple of days left to enter our Birmingham Open 26 competition, running in partnership with the International Day of Birmingham and Central BID Birmingham .

If you’re an emerging artist based in Birmingham, aged over 18 and ready to showcase your work to new audiences, this is your chance to step into the spotlight! ✨

Competition entries close this Friday (19 June) at 5pm. Don’t miss the opportunity to have your work exhibited in a city-wide exhibition this September.

👉 Submit your entry:
https://colmorelife.co.uk/emerging-artists-open-call-launched-as-birmingham-open-26-returns-in-partnership-with-international-day-of-birmingham/

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