Talks & Lectures Events in Birmingham
55 upcoming talks & lectures events
Birmingham’s intellectual curiosity finds its voice across a diverse range of talks and lectures. From the hushed aisles of Waterstones, where authors share their latest works, to the historic halls of the Birmingham & Midland Institute, a hub for scholarly discussion, there's always something to spark the mind. Carrs Lane Methodist-United Reformed Church often hosts thought-provoking explorations of faith and society, while the Royal Spa Centre provides a platform for a variety of speakers. This city’s scene draws a keen audience, eager to delve into new ideas and engage with experts from literature, science, history, and beyond.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 55 upcoming talks & lectures events in Birmingham, West Midlands, including 7 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREEBeyond the Label
📍 The Bridge
SOLD OUTOn Site: The Octagon
📍 The Octagon
Sold out at source
Fireside Chat Networking - October (with Michael Cheetham on: Selling)
📍 Harvest Fields Centre
£19.67
Emma Dogliani - Music in the Ville
📍 Bournville Quaker Meeting House
£7.00 - £10.00
FREEDementia Awareness - In Person Session
📍 Harborne Baptist Church
Twilight Tales: An indroduction to the JQ Cemeteries, Birmingham
📍 The Rose Villa Tavern
£10.46
Greg Koch Q&A
📍 Kings Norton Ex Servicemen's Club
£12.00
Why does urban nihilism exist?
📍 Cherry Reds Cafe Bar
£6.13
SOLD OUTMeet Tom Fletcher! - Birmingham
📍 Waterstones
Sold out at source
BAA Lectures: Muf Architecture/Art
📍 The Parkside Building
Free - £6.07
FREEWebb Yates: Form of Thought
📍 Webb Yates Engineers
Neurology CPD Day 2026
📍 Blaise Referrals Veterinary Hospital
£100.00
FM Connect B'ham with Block - Come see our new home!
📍 Block, 4th Floor, 1 Colmore Square
£38.62
Death
📍 The Exchange
£3.00 - £6.00
New EP & Forthcoming Book - From the Pit of Hell
£20.00
Bournville Lantern Lectures... Disrupted!
📍 Bournville Quaker Meeting House
Free - £3.86
FREEWhat are you reading?
📍 Birmingham & Midland Institute
Talk for Writing
📍 St Matthews C of E Primary School
Rise2040: Preparing Finance Professionals for the Future
📍 National Motorcycle Museum
Free - £25.00
VOCE ITALIAN BOOKS (CLUB): ACQUA SPORCA
📍 Voce Books
£18.99
FREEFour Pillars for Meaningful, Conformant Information Security Management
📍 CyberQ Group
FREEBirmingham’s Muslims - Conversations on grassroots community and change.
📍 Soul City Arts
REDISCOVER SALAH ✨ BIRMINGHAM — SISTERS ONLY EVENT
📍 The Muath Trust
£11.55
ÈVE GUERRA & CLODAGH KINSELLA: REPATRIATION
📍 Voce Books
£4.00 - £13.99
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Talks & Lectures Events in Birmingham — Complete Guide
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How many talks & lectures events are on in Birmingham?
There are currently 55 upcoming talks & lectures events in Birmingham. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming talks & lectures in the city.
Are there free talks & lectures events in Birmingham?
Yes — 7 of the current talks & lectures listings in Birmingham are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
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Talks & Lectures Events in Birmingham — Your Complete Guide
Talks and lectures in Birmingham form one of the richest and most democratic parts of the city's intellectual life. On any given week, the city hosts public lectures, panel debates, academic symposia, author readings, TED-style talks, political discussions, and science communication events — many of them free to attend.
Universities, cultural institutions, think tanks, bookshops and independent venues all contribute to a programme that spans every discipline. Science, philosophy, politics, economics, climate, technology, art history, social justice, psychology — if you're curious about it, there's likely a Birmingham talk series covering it.
The city's literary culture dovetails closely with its talks calendar: author events tied to new book releases, conversations between writers, and festivals of ideas fill the diary throughout the year. Many events include a Q&A session, giving audiences the chance to engage directly with speakers in ways rarely possible elsewhere.
Getting the most from talks in Birmingham: follow your favourite venues and curators on social media as many events are announced with only short notice; some of the best talks are free but require advance registration which fills quickly; arrive early for popular events as standing room is rarely available; and consider joining membership schemes at Birmingham's key cultural venues for priority booking and discounts.