It’s time to celebrate Summer and there’s no better place than Paradise to stop off for a lunch break, family treat or to get involved in the Summer Live, family friendly programme of fun events for everyone to enjoy. From shows and workshops to ice cream giveaways, there’s lots going on!
All events take place in Chamberlain Square.
Friday 1st August
Interactive Summer Fun
A full day of family fun, art, music and summer vibes – not to be missed!
Doodle Jam
11am – 4pm
Watch a doodle artist make amazing cartoon doodles come to life and help colour in a giant Paradise summer-themed masterpiece as part of a city-wide creative effort.
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Nashville Sounds in the Round
Floral entertainers will be popping up throughout the day — perfect for those sunny selfies in our stunning surroundings!
Saturday 2nd August
Family Fest at Paradise!
12pm – 4pm
Enjoy a fun-packed afternoon full of music, colour, and incredible performances!
Hula Hoop Street Show
12pm, 1:45pm & 3pm
Grab a seat on the Paradise steps for a high-energy show full of hoop-spinning tricks you won’t believe!
Birds of Paradise
12:30pm, 2pm & 3pm
Making their first appearance at Paradise, these vibrant walkabout characters will light up your day!
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
B’Opera
Sunday 3rd August
Family Fest Part Two
12pm – 4pm
Street theatre
12pm, 1:30pm & 3pm
Be captivated by a duo of travelling friends who will be storytelling, doing puppetry and theatrics as they stop off at Paradise on their summer tour!
Bubbleology
12:30pm, 1:30pm & 3pm
Be amazed by iridescent bubbles of all shapes and sizes floating over Chamberlain Square.
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Dal Singh
Monday 4th August
Indian Summer at Paradise!
12pm & 1:30pm
Mughal Miniatures: Animal Paradise is a vibrant outdoor performance for all the family, which celebrates and takes inspiration from the exquisite traditional art of Indian and Persian miniature painting.
Watch performers in exquisite costumes bring the rich history of the Mughal Empire to life with a unique contemporary twist.
A captivating journey through culture, colour, and storytelling you won’t want to miss!
Complimentary, refreshing Nimbu sodas will be given out by Dishoom during the Mughal Miniatures: Animal Paradise show. So why not come along, find a seat and sit back and enjoy this free vibrant cultural dance.
Tuesday 5th August
Circus Fest at Chamberlain Square!
11am – 4pm
A day full of skill, laughter, and family fun awaits!
Step right up and join the fun! Learn juggling, diablo, and spinning plates with expert circus masters guiding you every step of the way.
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Black Fridays
Wednesday 6th August
Football Frenzy & Summer Treats at Paradise!
11am – 4pm
A perfect mix of competition, treats, and tunes!
Grab your team and take on family or friends in a game of Paradise table football! Mini tournaments will run throughout the day with medals and prizes to be won!
Keep an eye out for Paradise rock giveaways to celebrate the summer!
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Oomparty Band
Thursday 7th August
Culinary Capers
Times: 12, 1:30 and 3pm
The juggling chef is keeping all the plates spinning as he entertains our Paradise audience, and serves up a winning show for all the family!
Paradise Honey Ice Cream with Lapop!
From 11:30am
Don’t miss this exclusive summer treat — handcrafted by Edgbaston’s Lapop! using honey from our very own Paradise bees. Limited supply – first come, first served!
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Bluebird Belles Duo
Friday 8th August
Blast Off with Thinktank
11am – 4pm
Science, music, and summer fun — all in one cosmic day!
Get ready for an out-of-this-world day as Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum lands at Paradise to celebrate the launch of their new exhibition, The Space Vault!
Explore hands-on, space-themed fun for all ages:
🌕 Smell the Moon
🧑🚀 Try on an astronaut’s helmet
⚡ Test your reaction time
☄️ Hold a real meteorite
🌘 Make your own Moon Phase Spinner to take home!
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Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Ben Dwyer Xperiment
Saturday 9th August
Music at Paradise!
Live Midday Music by B:Music
12:30pm – 1:30pm
The Lost Notes