Neighbourhood Futures Festival

The Neighbourhood Futures Festival is a community-powered celebration of nature, creativity and connection in the heart of Birmingham. This free 3-day festival brought to you by charity Birmingham Settlement takes place 26th-28th June 2026 at the Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre – a tranquil urban oasis beside the Local Nature Reserve of Edgbaston Reservoir.

Power in Place at the Neighbourhood Futures Festival

When: Friday 26th June, doors open at 10:30am, close 6.30pm
Where: Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir, 79 Selwyn Road, B16 0SL

Join Birmingham Settlement for a day of mutual support, connection and learning for green and growing groups & anyone interested in improving their neighbourhood for people and nature. From community gardens to window boxes, hear from speakers, network and be inspired by projects in the city.

From 3pm join us for a community picnic and enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly activities, games on the field, nature activities, a guided Reservoir nature walk, community stalls, a live dance experience, neighbourhood open mic and much more. Free and open to all!

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Play & Discovery Days at the Neighbourhood Futures Festival

When: Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, doors open at 10:30am, close 5pm
Where: Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir, 79 Selwyn Road, B16 0SL

A vibrant, joyful weekend packed with theatre, music, dance, creative workshops and interactive community stalls exploring nature, environment and togetherness. A great FREE day out for all the family – there is something for everyone! Full line-up coming soon.

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Where

Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir, 79 Selwyn Road, Birmingham, B16 0SL

When

Start: 26^th June, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 28^th June, 2026 at 12:00am

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