Celebrating it's 10th anniversary, the annual Jewellery Quarter Festival returns this summer with a packed programme of live music, tours, creative workshops, and hands-on experiences - including the return of the much-loved Jewellery Quarter-themed miniature golf course!

Taking place at Golden Square, St. Paul’s Square, and over 20 venues across the Quarter, the one-day event not only celebrates the historic streets and iconic buildings, but also the people who bring the Jewellery Quarter to life - independent makers, performers, artists, and storytellers who shape the area’s unique character.

Organised by the Jewellery Quarter Business Improvement District (JQBID), the festival kicks off at 10am on Saturday 26 July with an artisan market on Golden Square. Throughout the day, the square will be buzzing with creativity including live music and dance performances. A vibrant set from the Voice of the Town Choir and a high-energy Brazilian Capoeira flash mob, both feature.

Alongside this, JQ Festival 2025 presents an abundance of interactive events for festival goers to participate in, including a foraging walk with Sustainable Life, and unique catacomb tours run by the Friends of Key Hill and Warstone Lane Cemeteries. There’s even a chance to see inside the School of Jewellery with a guided building tour. The iconic venue will also be transformed into a heritage hub, featuring stalls and activities from local organisations such as the Pen Museum, Coffin Works, and the Police Museum. Visitors can also enjoy a round of the bespoke Jewellery Quarter-themed mini golf course, with 9 creative holes inspired by local landmarks, promising fun for all ages.

There’s no shortage of opportunities for those wishing to spark their creativity. Visitors can dive into a range of hands-on workshops - from chocolate-making and wine tasting, to pottery and tufting. Down on Vittoria Street, stop by Viela, the Brazilian cultural centre, for Capoeira workshops running all day for both adults and children. Then follow the rhythm of the JQ Music Trail, where talented young musicians from the Academy of Contemporary Music will perform at pubs and venues throughout the Quarter - each performance a unique reflection of the area's creative heartbeat.

Back for its fifth year, the main stage on St. Paul’s Square promises an unforgettable live music experience in one of Birmingham’s most picturesque settings. Curated by The Jam House, this year’s line-up features everything from soul and funk tributes to reggae, jazz, and rock anthems. As the sun goes down, the music spills out into nearby venues for an evening of celebration. With dozens of cafés, bars, and restaurants nearby, serving everything from gourmet meals to street food favourites, festivalgoers will be spoiled for choice.

And of course, no JQ Festival is complete without a chance to shop with some of Birmingham’s most exciting independent creatives. Two lively markets - one curated by Birmingham Design and Friends, the other by Birmingham Artisan Markets - will showcase the works of local makers, artists, illustrators, and designers, each one bringing their own story and individuality to the table.