ZimLinkUp 2027

ZimLinkUp 2027 takes over Birmingham Venue on Saturday 1 May, running through to Sunday 2 May. It's a music and culture festival, so it's not just about the stage — there's a cultural side to it as well, and it's spread across two days rather than being a one-off night. If you're planning to head in, the first day kicks off at 18:00 on the Saturday and carries on into Sunday, so you've got the whole weekend to work with.

Because it's a festival, it's more of a destination than a single gig. You'll find it at Birmingham Venue, right here in the city, and since it runs across two days, you can decide whether to do the whole thing or just pick the bits that suit you. It's built around music and culture, so there's a mix of things to see and hear rather than just one act on a stage. If you're into that, it's worth keeping the full date in mind.

Tickets are £30, which covers your entry. With the festival running from Saturday evening through to Sunday, that one price gets you in for the duration. It starts at 18:00 on Saturday 1 May and keeps going into Sunday 2 May, so you've got plenty of time to make your own way around. If you're coming from across the city, it's a good idea to plan your travel for the Saturday evening start, as that's when the main action gets underway.