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Activities To Do In Birmingham On Christmas

1. Try Ice Skate Birmingham & The Big Wheel
2. Explore Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Markets
3. Go For Christmas Shopping
4. Visit The Reindeer Park
5. Stroll Around Alpine Christmas Markets

It is magical to visit Birmingham at the time of Christmas as the whole city is covered with snow and has the most beautiful festive vibes. From enjoying a fun paradise at the Big Wheel to shopping at the attractive and lively markets of the city, there are too many things to do in Birmingham on Christmas. The city has some amazing things for tourists to do on Christmas Eve.

The list also involves the exciting activities at the most beautiful & specialized areas for Christmas Eve, such as Ice Skating, riding on The Big Wheel, the shopping experience at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Markets, Alpine Christmas Markets, and visiting the Reindeer Park of Birmingham. In addition, the city has incredible Christmas parades in which tourists can find Santa, with unbelievable displays of Christmas Lights and General Christmas Fun!

Here are some of the best things to do in Birmingham on Christmas:

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Try Ice Skate Birmingham & The Big Wheel

  • The big wheel & Ice Rink tops the list of "Christmas things to do in Birmingham." It is a must-visit place during Birmingham's Christmas Celebration, along with different food stalls, fairground rides & festive decor.
  • Entry charges of this place do not involve any cost, but to enjoy Big Wheel & Ice Skate, there is a variable cost that depends on the duration for which people want to experience the ride.
  • This place is suitable for families, relatives & friends to get the best experience, from enjoying Chinese Bubbles to German Bratwurst along with the tastiest oyster burgers. 

Location
: Centenary Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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02

Explore Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Markets

  • Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Markets is another point in the list of "things to do in Birmingham during Christmas" empowered by all the influencers.
  • The Market gives the feel that Christmas is just around the corner. A place where people can purchase something or the other for their friends, family, or themselves at affordable rates.
  • This German Market is for families and kids and has activities to be done by every age member. The kids have options to enjoy different rides along with snack stalls & candies; on the other hand, parents can enjoy German Cuisine, including Wines & bread.

Location
: Victoria Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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03

Go For Christmas Shopping

  • The enormous Europe Shopping Centre is located at the Great Western Arcade of Birmingham.
  • Every tourist must visit this Largest shopping place whether they have a shopping plan or not, as this is not only Europe's Largest Shopping place but also home to various arcades & independent shopping centers.
  • So whether tourists want to buy fantastic things from Selfridges, unique clothes, or treat themselves, Birmingham's festive vibes are just perfect to be added to "Christmas things to do in Birmingham."
  •  It has beautiful places where people can pick up those unique gifts for their loved ones or themselves.

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04

Visit The Reindeer Park

  • The unique and beautiful Reindeer Park lies in the Birmingham Borders, i.e., Sutton Coldfield.
  • It is a family-oriented caravan park, lodge & campsite, and home to various Reindeers for which the guests & visitors arrive to watch at the time of the Christmas Festival.
  •  The visit to this place is exceptional in the list of "Christmas things to do in Birmingham" as, along with Reindeer, there are other things to do. Also, they give a chance to people who would like to host any private event or party.  

Location
: Great Western Arcade, Birmingham, United Kingdom

05

Stroll Around Alpine Christmas Markets

  • Another add-on to the list of "things to do in Birmingham during Christmas" is undoubtedly the best experience for shoppers with a Christmas theme.
  •  The Market is set up with the music of the Alps at Brindleys Place Central Square that runs until December 23.
  • With the most beautiful melody, it offers festive cold & hot things, live music, chalets, and the treats of Christmas for sale. 

Location
: Brindley Place, Central Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Time: 11 am to 9 pm every day. 

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People Also Ask About Birmingham

  1. What are the best things to do in Birmingham?

    1. Sweet Visit to the Cadbury World: It is the most popular tourist attraction for the chocolate exhibition that teaches everything related to the history of "Cadbury- the most famous chocolate brand in the world." It is located at Linden Road, which is easily accessible and has tasty options for food as well as various fun attractions.

    2 Enjoy a walk in the Reindeer Park: It is a unique "Park" which is located at Sutton Coldfield. The place has special "Reindeers" that are mainly accessible at the time of Christmas. This is why a visit to the Reindeer Park is primarily included in the "things to do in Birmingham on Christmas" itinerary. 

    3. Enjoy the rides at Ice Skate Birmingham & The Big Wheel: This is another beautiful place to visit in Birmingham that has various kinds of rides and food stalls. The location is mainly recommended at the time of Christmas as it is fully covered with snow and gives major festive vibes, probably the best thing to do in Birmingham during Christmas.

    4. Dive into the history at Birmingham Museum: This place has a great historical vibe, and this museum fills the gap of explaining the history with a vast collection of items related to the history of Birmingham.

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  2. What are the best things to do In Birmingham at night?

    1. Spend some time at Arcadian: The place offers everything to provide tourists with the best experience of nightlife in the city, which includes the Glee Club, restaurants having international cuisines, pubs, and cocktail bars. The crowd at this place is high-end people along with professionals who will make an excellent and fun evening to enjoy.

    2. Go shopping at Digbeth: It is a night market where tourists can enjoy urban art, food market, pop-up street, and different kinds of cuisines and craft bars. This Market also offers old bars & boozers with an ancient tint, which are included in those 50 stalls for tourists to socialize with locals. 

    3. Watch a movie at Star City: This is Birmingham's best cinema, consisting of 25 screens along with VIP theatres. In this place, the tourists can enjoy watching a movie, dining in at the restaurants or enjoying games such as mini golf, laser tag, and 10-pin bowling. The place ensures the best night for tourists at the "Star City." 

    4. Stroll through the Mailbox: It is a high-end restaurant with open-view bars, BBC studios, and fashion boutiques, making this place an ultimate nightlife spot for visitors when in Birmingham. Also, the place consists of multiple cuisines from Indica and Indian to Italian.

    5. Go for a walk on Broad Street: This street is located at the center of the city, offering streets packed with various bars & clubs that involve Revolution Birmingham and Piano & Pitcher. 

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  3. What is the best time to visit Birmingham?

    The best time for visiting Birmingham is during the months of March and April as summers are humid & very hot there. More specifically, April could be the best month for visiting Birmingham because people can participate in various events such as music festivals and earth day. Other than that, tourists can enjoy the days of free museum entry during this time, which will save money spent on attractions.
  4. What is unique about Birmingham?

    Birmingham hosts more than 50 festivals every year in the ity. It is known to be the only place where each ingredient to make iron is present. It is also home to heavy metal music accompanied by the likes of Judas Priests, Led Zeppelin's Lead singer, Robert Plant and Lead singer of Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne.

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